Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the Civil Services IAS/IFS Recruitment Notification 2026, inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens. This recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for graduate candidates to build a prestigious career in government service.
Through this notification, UPSC aims to fill 1013 vacancies for Civil Services posts, including Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS). Interested applicants must apply online within the prescribed schedule. Before submitting the application form, candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, selection process, and other important instructions.
UPSC Civil Services IAS/ IFS Recruitment 2026 Job Details
Department:Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Official Examination Notice: – 05/2026-CSE & 06/2026-IFoSE
Total Vacancies Available: 1013 Posts
UPSC Civil Services IAS/ IFS Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category |
Fee Amount |
| General / OBC / EWS |
Rs. 100/- |
| SC / ST / PH Candidates |
Rs. 00/- |
| All Category Female Candidates |
Rs. 00/- |
💳 Payment Mode
| Payment Methods |
| Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking. |
| Event |
Date |
| Online Application Start |
04 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Register |
24 February 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline |
24 February 2026 |
| Prelims Admit Card |
To Be Notified |
| Prelims Examination Date |
24 May 2026 |
🎯Age Limit (As on 01-08-2026)
| Criteria |
Details |
| Minimum Age |
21 Years |
| Maximum Age |
32 Years |
| Date of Birth Range |
Not earlier than 02 August 1994 and not later than 01 August 2005 |
| Age Relaxation |
As per official notification |
Vacancy Details + Education Qualification – UPSC Civil Services IAS/ IFS Recruitment
| Post |
Educational Qualification |
| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) |
Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university in India |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) |
Bachelor’s Degree with at least one of the following subjects: Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, or an equivalent subject |
Vacancy Details : –Â
| Indian Administrative Service |
Indian Foreign Service |
Indian Police Service |
| Indian P&T Accounts and Finance Service, Group A |
Indian Audit and Accounts Service, Group A |
Indian Defence Accounts Service, Group A |
| Indian Revenue Service IT, Group A |
Indian Postal Service, Group A |
Indian Civil Accounts Service, Group A |
| Indian Railway Traffic Service, Group A |
Pondicherry Civil Service, Group B |
Pondicherry Police Service, Group B |
| Indian Trade Service, Group A (Gr. III) |
Indian Corporate Law Service, Group A |
Indian Information Service (Junior Grade), Group A |
| Indian Defence Accounts Service, Group A |
Indian Revenue Service (I.T.), Group A |
Indian Railway Accounts Service, Group A |
| Indian Railway Personnel Service, Group A |
Indian Defence Estates Service, Group A |
Railway Protection Force – Assistant Security Commissioner, Group A |
| Indian Ordnance Factories Service, Group A |
Indian Revenue Service Customs and Indirect Taxes |
Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service, Group B |
Pay Scale & Mode of Selection
| Criteria |
Details |
| Pay Scale |
As per rules |
| Mode of Selection |
Prelims Exam, Mains Exam & Interview |
How to Apply Online for UPSC Civil Services IAS/ IFS Form 2026
Candidates who wish to apply for the UPSC Civil Services IAS/ IFS Recruitment 2026 can complete the online application process by following the simple steps given below:
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Visit the official recruitment portal of upsc.gov.in using a secure browser.
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Register yourself online by entering a valid email ID and active mobile number to generate login credentials.
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Log in and fill out the application form, entering personal details, educational qualifications, and trade preferences carefully.
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Upload scanned copies of required documents, including a recent photograph, signature, Aadhaar card, Class 10th marksheet and 12th marksheet and graduation Certificate as per the prescribed format.
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Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (debit card, credit card, or net banking).
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Review all details carefully, then submit the application form.
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Download or save the confirmation page and application receipt for future reference.
Some Important Links of UPSC Civil Services IAS/ IFS Recruitment
| Description |
Link |
| Official Notification |
IAS || IFS |
| Apply Online |
Click Here |
| Official Website |
upsc.gov.in |
| Your Job Portal |
bhartresult24.com |