As per the UPSC Calendar 2026, the UPSC Civil Services Exam (CSE) Prelims 2026 will be held on 24th May 2026. The UPSC Mains 2026 is scheduled to be held from 21st August 2026 (Friday) for five days.
UPSC Calendar 2026
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) officially released the UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 on May 15, 2025. This comprehensive schedule outlines key dates for various examinations, including the Civil Services Examination (CSE), Indian Forest Service (IFS), NDA, CDS, and more. Aspirants can download the calendar in PDF format from the official UPSC website to plan their preparation effectively.
Key Dates from the UPSC Calendar 2026
Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination: Scheduled for May 24, 2026 (Sunday).
Civil Services (Main) Examination: Commencing on August 21, 2026 (Friday), spanning over five days.
Notification Release for CSE 2026: Expected on January 14, 2026.
Last Date to Apply for CSE 2026: February 3, 2026.
Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination: Begins on November 22, 2026.
NDA & NA (I) Examination: Scheduled for April 12, 2026.
CDS (I) Examination: Scheduled for May 24, 2026.
CAPF (ACs) Examination: Scheduled for July 19, 2026.
NDA & NA (II) and CDS (II) Examinations: Both scheduled for September 13, 2026.
Download the official UPSC Annual Calendar 2026 PDF from the button link below. It will assist aspirants in their preparations by providing them with details of the exam dates, notification releases, applications, etc.
