Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the final results for the Civil Services IAS Examination 2026. A total of 1129 vacancies are available for IAS and IFS positions. Key dates include the application deadline on 21 February 2025, the Pre Exam on 25 May 2025, and the Mains Exam on 22 August 2025. Eligible candidates must hold a bachelor's degree. Check the official UPSC website for detailed eligibility and application procedures.
Important Dates
Start Date
22-01-2025
Last Date
21-02-2025
Exam Date
25-05-2025
Admit Card
13-05-2025
Result Date
11-06-2025
Interview Date
08-12-2025
Notification Date
20-01-2025
Correction / Edit Form
22-02-2025
Mains Exam Date
22-08-2025
Mains Admit Card
14-08-2025
IFS Mains Exam Date
23-11-2025
IFS Mains Admit Card
07-11-2025
IFS Mains Result
24-02-2026
IAS Final Result
06-03-2026
Age Limit Details
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 21 Years, Maximum Age: 32 Years
Age as on
UPSC Rules
Application Fee Details
General, OBC, EWS
₹100
SC / ST
PH Candidates
All Female Category
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancy
1129
Indian Administrative Services (IAS)
979
Indian Forest Services (IFS)
150
Eligibility Criteria
Indian Administrative Service (IAS): Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India
Indian Forest Service (IFS): Bachelor’s degree in subjects like Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent qualifications
Indian Forest Service (IFS): Bachelor’s degree in subjects like Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent qualifications
How to Apply
Visit the official UPSC website, navigate to the 'Examination' tab, select 'Active Examinations' or 'Written Results', and follow the instructions to apply or check results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who releases the UPSC Civil Services / IAS Final Result 2026?
A: The result is released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on its official website.
A: The result is released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on its official website.
Q: When will the UPSC CSE / IFS Mains Result 2026 be declared?
A: The Mains result is usually declared a few weeks after the completion of the written examination.
A: The Mains result is usually declared a few weeks after the completion of the written examination.
Q: In what format is the Mains result released?
A: The result is released in PDF format containing the roll numbers of qualified candidates.
A: The result is released in PDF format containing the roll numbers of qualified candidates.
Q: Where can candidates check the result?
A: Candidates can check the result under the Written Results / Examination section on the official UPSC website.
A: Candidates can check the result under the Written Results / Examination section on the official UPSC website.
Q: What is the official website for UPSC?
A: The official website for UPSC is https://upsc.gov.in/
A: The official website for UPSC is https://upsc.gov.in/
Q: What are the eligibility criteria for IAS?
A: Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India.
A: Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India.
Q: What are the eligibility criteria for IFS?
A: Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in subjects like Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent qualifications.
A: Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in subjects like Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent qualifications.
Q: How can candidates apply for the UPSC Civil Services Examination?
A: Candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website by following the instructions under the 'Examination' section.
A: Candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website by following the instructions under the 'Examination' section.
Q: What is the application fee for General category candidates?
A: The application fee for General, OBC, and EWS candidates is ₹100.
A: The application fee for General, OBC, and EWS candidates is ₹100.
Q: Are there any fee exemptions?
A: Yes, SC/ST, PH candidates, and all female candidates are exempted from the application fee.
A: Yes, SC/ST, PH candidates, and all female candidates are exempted from the application fee.