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UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 PDF Out at upsc.gov.in, Check New Exam Dates

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 on its website upsc.gov.in, outlining the schedule for various prestigious examinations conducted by the commission. Aspiring candidates can now check the exact dates for prestigious exams, including the Civil Services, CDS, NDA, IES, and others. This calendar is crucial for UPSC aspirants as it helps in planning their preparation months in advance. With various exams spread across the year, candidates should align their preparation according to the notification, application and exam dates.

UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 Out

With the release of the UPSC Calendar 2025, it has also been notified that the Civil Services Exam, one of the most prestigious and competitive exams in the country, is scheduled with the Preliminary Exam on 24 May 2026. This exam is a gateway to coveted services such as the IAS, IPS, IFS and IRS. Every year, lakhs of aspirants appear for this exam with the aim of securing a top administrative post in the Government of India. Candidates must align their preparation plans with the given date and keep an eye out for the detailed notification expected early next year. Some Major Exam Schedules are:

⇒ Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination 2026: 08 February 2026 (Sunday)
⇒ Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026: 08 February 2026 (Sunday)
⇒ Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026: 24 May 2026 (Sunday)
⇒ Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026: 21 August 2026 (Friday)
⇒ IES/ISS Examination 2026: 19 June 2026 (Friday)
⇒ NDA & NA Examination (I) 2026: 12 April 2026 (Sunday)
⇒ NDA & NA Examination (II) 2026: 13 September 2026 (Sunday)
⇒ CDS Examination (I) 2026: April 2026
⇒ CDS Examination (II) 2026: September 2026
⇒ Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination 2026: 02 August 2026 (Sunday)
⇒ Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF- AC) Exam 2026: 19 July 2026 (Sunday)

UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 PDF OUT at upsc.gov.in, Check New Exam Dates_3.1

UPSC Calendar 2026 Download PDF

Candidates can download the complete UPSC 2026 calendar in PDF format directly from the link provided below. The calendar also includes reserved dates for departmental and recruitment tests, giving a broader outlook on the entire examination schedule for the year 2026.

UPSC Calendar 2026: Click Here to Download PDF

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UPSC Calendar 2025 Exam Schedule

The UPSC Exam Calendar 2025 outlines a complete schedule including the notification dates, application deadlines, and exam dates for major national-level exams like the Civil Services, CDS, NDA, IES, CMS, and others.

UPSC Exam Calendar 2025
Sl. No. Exam Name Notification Date Last Date to Apply Exam Date
Duration of Exam
1 Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination 10.01.2026 (Saturday) 2 Days
2 Reserved for UPSC Examination 17.01.2026 (Saturday) 2 Days
3 Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Examination 2026 03.09.2025 23.09.2025 08.02.2026 (Sunday) 1 Day
4 Engineering Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026 17.09.2025 07.10.2025 08.02.2026 (Sunday) 1 Day
5 CBI (DSP) LDCE 24.12.2025 13.01.2026 28.02.2026 (Saturday) 2 Days
6 CISF AC(EXE) LDCE-2026 03.12.2025 23.12.2025 08.03.2026 (Sunday) 1 Day
7 N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (I). 2026 10.12.2025 30.12.2025 12.04.2026
(Sunday)
1 Day
8 C.D.S. Examination (1). 2026
9
Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026
14.01.2026 03.02.2026 24.05.2026
(Sunday)
1 Day
10 Indian Forest Service (Preliminary) Examination 2026 through CS(P) Examination 2026
11 Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination 06.06.2026 (Saturday) 2 Days
12 I.E.S./.S.S. Examination 2026 11.02.2026 03.03.2026 19.06.2026 (Friday) 3 Days
13
Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination 2026
20.06.2026 (Saturday) 2 Days
14
Engineering Services (Main) Examination 2026
21.06.2026 (Sunday) 1 Day
15 Reserved for UPSC RT Examination 04.07.2026 (Saturday) 2 Days
16 Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Examination 2026 18.02.2026 10.03.2026 19.07.2026 (Sunday) 1 Day
17 Combined Medical Services Examination 2026 11.03.2026 31.03.2026 02.08.2026 (Sunday) 1 Day
18 Reserved for UPSC Examination 08.08.2026 (Saturday) 2 Days
19 Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 21.08.2026 (Friday) 5 Days
20 N.D.A. & N.A. Examination (II). 2026 20.05.2026 09.06.2026 13.09.2026
(Sunday)
1 Day
21 C.D.S. Examination (II). 2026
22 Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination 26.09.2026 (Saturday) 2 Days
23 Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination 10.10.2026 (Saturday) 2 Days
24 Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination 31.10.2026 (Saturday) 2 Days
25
Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2026
22.11.2026 (Sunday) 7 Days
26 S.O./Steno (GD-B/GD-I) LDCE 16.09.2026 06.10.2026 12.12.2026 (Saturday) 2 Days
27 Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination 19.12.2026 (Saturday) 2 Days
UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 PDF OUT at upsc.gov.in, Check New Exam Dates_5.1

FAQs

Where can I download the UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 PDF?

You can download the official UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 PDF directly from the UPSC website at www.upsc.gov.in or from the link provided in the article.

What is the date of the UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2026?

The UPSC Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026 is scheduled to be held on 24 May 2026 (Sunday).

When will the UPSC NDA 1 and NDA 2 Exams be conducted in 2026?

UPSC NDA 1 Exam 2026 will be held on 12 April 2026, and NDA 2 Exam 2026 is scheduled for 13 September 2026.

What is the selection process for the UPSC exams listed in the calendar?

The selection process varies per exam, typically involving Preliminary, Main exams, and Interviews/Personality Tests.

How should aspirants use the UPSC 2026 calendar effectively?

Aspirants should align their preparation timeline, mock tests, and revision schedules based on their target exam dates as mentioned in the calendar.