📢 UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card 2026 Released
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 Admit Card on its official website. Candidates who qualified in the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 and completed the required Main Examination application process can now download their IAS Mains Admit Card 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 February 2026 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 February 2026 |
| UPSC Prelims Exam | 24 May 2026 |
| Prelims Admit Card | 15 May 2026 |
| Answer Key | 27 May 2026 |
| Prelims Result | 15 June 2026 |
| IAS Mains Form Start | 19 June 2026 |
| IAS Mains Form Last Date | 29 June 2026 |
| IFS Mains Form Start | 13 July 2026 |
| IFS Mains Form Last Date | 22 July 2026 |
| IAS Mains Examination | 21–30 August 2026 |
| IAS Mains Admit Card | 14 August 2026 – Available Now |
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST | ₹0/- |
| PwBD | ₹0/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0/- |
Debit Card • Credit Card • Internet Banking • IMPS • Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
The age limit is calculated as on 01 August 2026.
Minimum Age
21 Years
Maximum Age
32 Years
Candidates must have been born:
- Not earlier than 02 August 1994
- Not later than 01 August 2005
Age relaxation is applicable to eligible candidates according to UPSC rules.
A total of 1,013 vacancies are mentioned for the Civil Services and Indian Forest Service Examination 2026.
| Post / Service | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | 933 |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 80 |
| Total | 1,013 |
📌 Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India.
📌 Indian Forest Service (IFS)
Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree with at least one of the specified subjects, including:
- Animal Husbandry
- Veterinary Science
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
- Agriculture
Candidates should check the official notification for the complete educational qualification and other eligibility requirements.
The UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 is scheduled from:
Candidates should check their individual e-Admit Card for the exact examination dates, papers, timings and examination centre details.
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Open the What's New / Examinations section.
- Find e-Admit Card: Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026.
- Click on the relevant admit card link.
- You will be redirected to the UPSC e-Admit Card portal.
- Select the required login method.
- Enter your Registration ID/Roll Number and Date of Birth.
- Submit the details.
- Your UPSC IAS Mains e-Admit Card will appear on the screen.
- Check your exam date, timing, venue, roll number and instructions.
- Download and save the admit card. Take a clear printout for the examination.
After downloading the e-Admit Card, candidates should carefully verify:
- Candidate Name
- Roll Number
- Registration Number
- Photograph
- Examination Date
- Examination Paper
- Examination Time
- Examination Centre
- Centre Address
- Reporting Instructions
- Important Examination Guidelines
Candidates should carry the documents/items mentioned in their e-Admit Card, including:
- Printed copy of UPSC IAS Mains e-Admit Card
- Valid Photo ID Proof
- Other documents specifically mentioned by UPSC
Candidates should read the examination instructions carefully before appearing for the examination.
The selection process consists of three major stages:
- Preliminary Examination – Used for screening candidates for the Main Examination.
- Main Examination – Qualified candidates appear for the Civil Services Main Examination.
- Interview / Personality Test – Candidates who qualify the Main Examination are called for the Interview.
Final selection is made according to the applicable UPSC rules and merit.
| Q1. Has the UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card 2026 been released? | Yes. According to the information provided, the admit card has been available from 14 August 2026. |
| Q2. When will the UPSC IAS Mains Exam 2026 be conducted? | The Civil Services Main Examination is scheduled from 21 August to 30 August 2026. |
| Q3. How can I download the UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card? | Candidates can visit the UPSC website and access the e-Admit Card: Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026 link. They can then log in using their required credentials. |
| Q4. What is the total number of vacancies? | The recruitment mentions 1,013 vacancies, including 933 IAS and 80 IFS posts. |
| Q5. What is the age limit for UPSC Civil Services 2026? | The age limit is 21 to 32 years, calculated as on 01 August 2026, subject to applicable age relaxation. |
| Q6. What is the UPSC Civil Services selection process? | The selection process consists of Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Interview/Personality Test. |
| Q7. What should I carry to the IAS Mains examination centre? | Candidates should carry a printed e-Admit Card and valid photo ID, along with any other documents specifically required by UPSC. |