The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is expected to release the Civil Services Examination (CSE) Notification 2026 anytime this week on its official website upsc.gov.in, according to the latest updates. Once the notification is published, the online application process for UPSC CSE 2026 will commence immediately. Candidates preparing for India’s premier competitive examination are advised to keep a close watch on the official portal for real-time updates.
UPSC CSE 2026 Notification: Expected Timeline
As per the UPSC annual calendar, the CSE notification was initially scheduled for January 14, 2026, but the release was delayed due to administrative reasons. The Commission has not announced a revised official date yet; however, registration is now expected to begin before the end of January.
UPSC Civil Services Exam 2026: Important Dates
What Will UPSC CSE Notification 2026 Include?
The detailed notification will provide clarity on:
- Total number of vacancies
- Category-wise number of attempts
- Age limit and relaxations
- Eligibility criteria
- Exam pattern and syllabus
- Application fee details
- Instructions for online registration
Candidates from General, OBC, SC, ST, and PwBD categories must carefully check the updated eligibility and attempt limits once the notification is released.
UPSC CSE 2025 Interview Schedule Change: Reason Explained
In a related update, UPSC recently rescheduled the Civil Services Mains 2025 Personality Test that was earlier scheduled for January 22, 2026 (afternoon session). The Commission clarified that the change was necessary due to the early closure of government offices for the full dress rehearsal of the Republic Day Parade 2026. The affected interviews have now been shifted to February 27, 2026 (forenoon session).
How to Apply for UPSC CSE 2026?
Once the notification is released, candidates can apply by:
- Visiting upsc.gov.in
- Clicking on the Civil Services Examination 2026 link
- Completing Part I and Part II registration
- Uploading documents and photograph
- Paying the application fee
- Submitting and downloading the confirmation page
Important Advice for UPSC Aspirants
- Keep documents ready (photo, signature, ID)
- Do not wait for the last day to apply
- Verify eligibility before submitting the form
- Rely only on official UPSC notifications