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UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2026
UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2026: Application process begins today at upsc.gov.in, details here
UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2026: Application process begins today at upsc.gov.in, details here
Qualified candidates must complete the DAF process by June 28 for the Mains exam. The registration begins today at upsc.gov.in.
Published on: Jun 19, 2026 4:30 PM IST By HT Education Desk Prefer HTon Google Share via Copy link The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has opened the application window for candidates who have qualified for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026. Eligible candidates are required to complete the Detailed Application Form (DAF) process through the official UPSC portal between June 19 and June 28, 2026. UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2026: Application process begins today at upsc.gov.in, details here (HT) A special window has been provided from June 19 to June 28, 2026, for submission of the application form, payment of the examination fee, updating scribe details, and submitting requirements for assistive devices and large-font question paper, wherever applicable, and for submission of cadre preferences. Candidates belonging to the Female, SC, ST and PwBD categories have been exempted from payment of the ₹200 examination fee. ‘What next?’: IITian who quit job for UPSC asks Reddit for help after failing prelims UPSC has made it mandatory for every shortlisted candidate to log in to the portal and submit or reconfirm the required details during the prescribed period. It has been clarified that e-Admit Cards for the Main Examination will be generated only after the application form is successfully submitted. Candidates who fail to complete this process within the stipulated timeline will not be permitted to appear in the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026. As per the Civil Services Examination Rules 2026, the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination is scheduled to commence on August 21, 2026. Candidate who attempted UPSC 5 times asks 'young intelligent minds' to choose other careersHow to Fill UPSC Mains Application Form (DAF):
1. Visit the official UPSC portal. 2. Log in using registration credentials. 3. Verify your personal and educational details. 4. Update category and reservation information, if applicable. 5. Fill cadre preferences carefully. 6. Enter your scribe/assistive device details, if required. 7. Pay the examination fee of ₹200 (except exempted categories). 8. Review all information and submit the form. 9. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference. 10. Check for e-Admit Card release before the examination. The UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 will be conducted in a written format and will consist of nine papers. Out of these, two papers—an Indian Language paper and an English paper carrying 300 marks each—are qualifying in nature, and the candidates are required to secure the minimum qualifying marks prescribed by the Commission. The merit ranking will be based on seven papers carrying a total of 1,750 marks. UPSC releases civil services prelims 2026 results; 13,343 shortlisted for Mains These include one Essay paper (250 marks), four General Studies papers (GS I, GS II, GS III and GS IV) carrying 250 marks each, and two papers of the candidate’s chosen Optional Subject carrying 250 marks each. Candidates who qualify the written examination will be called for the Personality Test (Interview), which carries 275 marks. ABOUT THE AUTHOR HT Education Desk For over a decade, the Hindustan Times Digital Streams – Education Desk has been a trusted source for accurate, in-depth, and timely news on education and careers. We bring the latest updates on board exams, competitive exams, results, employment news, study abroad, scholarships, and school and college admissions, helping students, job seekers, and educators make informed decisions. Our Coverage Areas 1. Board Exams & Results: Comprehensive reporting on CBSE, CISCE, and state board exams (UP, Bihar, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and others), including schedules, admit cards, answer keys, results, and career opportunities. 2. Competitive Exams: Insights into major exams like UPSC, JEE, NEET, GATE, CAT, SAT, and state and central government services. Exam Results: Timely updates on UPSC, SSC, SBI, IBPS, NTA, IIMs, and other competitive exam results. 3. Employment News: Notifications on government and private sector jobs, vacancies, eligibility, application processes, and results. 4. Study Abroad: Information on top universities, courses, tuition fees, scholarships, visa regulations, and career prospects for international students. Features & Analysis: Opinion pieces, expert explainers, deep-dive reports, and interviews with key figures in education. 5. Breaking Education News: Real-time updates on major policy changes, institutional reforms, and trends shaping the education sector. 6. With a commitment to factual, unbiased journalism, HT Digital’s Education Desk has seen continuous growth in readership, offering credible and engaging content tailored for students, parents, and professionals. Meet the Team 1. Nilesh Mathur – News Editor A journalist with 24 years of experience, including 18+ years at Hindustan Times, Nilesh leads editorial planning, ensures factual accuracy, and enhances audience engagement through strategic content. 2. Papri Chanda – Deputy Chief Content Producer With over a decade of experience in education journalism, Papri specializes in exam-related content, study abroad insights, and education trends. She also explores new opportunities in education that benefit students. 3. Bishal – Senior Content Producer Active in the education and jobs sector since 2019, Bishal focuses on tracking developments, analyzing trends, and crafting informative content for students and job aspirants. 4. Gaurav Sarma – Deputy Chief Content Producer A multimedia journalist with 9+ years of experience, Gaurav is skilled in research-based storytelling, feature writing, and reporting on competitive exams, online courses, and education trends. At Hindustan Times Digital Streams – Education Desk, we strive to be the go-to platform for students and professionals navigating the dynamic world of education and careers.Read More Upsc Cse Exam Mains Portal Get latest news on RRB NTPC Admit Card along with Board Exam, Competitive Exam and Exam Result at Hindustan Times. Also get latest Job updates on Employment News, NEET UG Answer Key Home/Education/Competitive Exams/UPSC Civil Services Main Exam 2026: Application Process Begins Today At Upsc.gov.in, Details Here See LessThe Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has opened the application window for candidates who have qualified for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026. Eligible candidates are required to complete the Detailed Application Form (DAF) process through the official UPSC portal between June 19 and June 28, 2026.
A special window has been provided from June 19 to June 28, 2026, for submission of the application form, payment of the examination fee, updating scribe details, and submitting requirements for assistive devices and large-font question paper, wherever applicable, and for submission of cadre preferences. Candidates belonging to the Female, SC, ST and PwBD categories have been exempted from payment of the ₹200 examination fee.
‘What next?’: IITian who quit job for UPSC asks Reddit for help after failing prelims
UPSC has made it mandatory for every shortlisted candidate to log in to the portal and submit or reconfirm the required details during the prescribed period. It has been clarified that e-Admit Cards for the Main Examination will be generated only after the application form is successfully submitted. Candidates who fail to complete this process within the stipulated timeline will not be permitted to appear in the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026.
As per the Civil Services Examination Rules 2026, the UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination is scheduled to commence on August 21, 2026.
Candidate who attempted UPSC 5 times asks 'young intelligent minds' to choose other careers
2. Log in using registration credentials.
3. Verify your personal and educational details.
4. Update category and reservation information, if applicable.
5. Fill cadre preferences carefully.
6. Enter your scribe/assistive device details, if required.
7. Pay the examination fee of ₹200 (except exempted categories).
8. Review all information and submit the form.
9. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
10. Check for e-Admit Card release before the examination.
The UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 will be conducted in a written format and will consist of nine papers. Out of these, two papers—an Indian Language paper and an English paper carrying 300 marks each—are qualifying in nature, and the candidates are required to secure the minimum qualifying marks prescribed by the Commission. The merit ranking will be based on seven papers carrying a total of 1,750 marks.
UPSC releases civil services prelims 2026 results; 13,343 shortlisted for Mains
These include one Essay paper (250 marks), four General Studies papers (GS I, GS II, GS III and GS IV) carrying 250 marks each, and two papers of the candidate’s chosen Optional Subject carrying 250 marks each. Candidates who qualify the written examination will be called for the Personality Test (Interview), which carries 275 marks.
Source: HindustanTimes
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