UPSC IAS 05/2026 & 06/2026 IFS Exam Notification
📑 Table of Contents
UPSC IAS 05/2026 & 06/2026 IFS Exam 2026: Short Details of Notification
📅 Important Dates
- Application Start Date04/02/2026
- Application End Date27/02/2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment27/02/2026
- Exam Date24/05/2026
💰 Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS : 100/-
SC / ST / PH : 0/- (Exempted)
All Category Female : 0/- (Nil)
Pay the Examination Fee Through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or E Challan Fee Mode Only.
🔍 Age Limit
Minimum Age : 21 Years
Maximum Age : 32 Years
Age Relaxation Extra as per UPSC Civil Services and Forest Exam Exam 2026 Recruitment Rules.
📋 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Post | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Service IAS (Civil Services) | 933 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream in Any Recognized University in India |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 80 | Bachelor Degree as one of Subject Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics and Zoology, Agriculture or Equivalent. |
📝 How to Apply
One Time Registration (OTR)
To apply for Civil Services and Forest Services Recruitment 2026 in UPSC, it will be mandatory for the candidate to do One Time Registration OTR.
Application Period
Candidate Can Apply Between 04/02/2026 to 27/02/2026.
Read the Notification
Candidate Read the Notification Before Apply the Recruitment Application Form in UPSC 2026.
Document Collection
Kindly Check and Collect the All Document – Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
Scan Documents
Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Recruitment Exam Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, Etc.
Final Submission
Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All Column Carefully.
Print Confirmation
Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form.
🔗 Important Links
| Link Type | Action |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | ✅ Apply Now |
| UPSC OTR Registration 2026 | 📄 Click Here |
| UPSC Login 2026 | ✅ Login Here |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the total number of vacancies?
A: Total vacancies are 1013.
Q: What is the application fee for General candidates?
A: The application fee for General candidates is 100/-.
Q: Are there any exemptions in the application fee?
A: Yes, SC/ST and all female candidates are exempted from the application fee.
Q: What is the minimum age limit for the exam?
A: The minimum age limit is 21 years.
Q: What is the maximum age limit for the exam?
A: The maximum age limit is 32 years.
Q: When is the exam scheduled?
A: The exam is scheduled for 24/05/2026.
Q: How can I apply for the UPSC IAS/IFS exam?
A: You can apply through the official UPSC website after completing the One Time Registration (OTR).
Q: What are the eligibility criteria for IAS?
A: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university.
Q: What are the eligibility criteria for IFS?
A: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree with specific subjects like Animal Husbandry, Botany, Chemistry, etc.
Q: Is there any relaxation in age for reserved categories?
A: Yes, there is age relaxation as per UPSC Civil Services and Forest Exam Recruitment Rules.