The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the final result of the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025‑26, along with the official topper list of candidates recommended for appointment to premier services such as the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS) and Indian Police Service (IPS). The UPSC CSE is one of India’s most competitive recruitment examinations, conducted through three stages — Prelims, Mains and Personality Test (Interview) — with the final result announced on 6 March 2026. A total of 958 candidates have been recommended for various posts in the final merit list.
UPSC CSE 2025‑26 Top Rank Holders
Below are the top 25 UPSC CSE rank holders as per the official final result notification:
Highlights of the UPSC CSE 2025‑26 Result
- Topper: Anuj Agnihotri secured All India Rank 1 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination, showcasing exceptional performance through all stages of the selection process.
- Notable Achievers: Rajeshwari Suve M emerged as the female topper with AIR 2, while Akansh Dhull took AIR 3.
- Merit Diversity: The top 25 list includes candidates from diverse academic and regional backgrounds, reflecting the national competitiveness of the exam.
- Services: Candidates recommended now move to service allocation based on rank, preferences and medical fitness.
What This Means?
Top rank holders in UPSC CSE often receive opportunities to join coveted civil services roles with significant administrative responsibilities across the country. Their success stories are widely followed by future aspirants.