The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 ๐. This highly awaited schedule includes key dates for Civil Services, NDA, CDS, Engineering Services, Forest Services, and many other competitive examinations for the year 2026.
If you’re planning to appear for any UPSC exams, this announcement is your ultimate planning resource! Let’s break down the official schedule step by step. ๐๏ธ
๐ Exam Notification Details: UPSC Calendar Overview
The calendar contains details such as:
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๐ Date of Notification
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๐ Last Date to Apply
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๐งช Date of Examination
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โณ Duration of the Exam
๐ Key Highlights: UPSC Exams 2026
| SI. No. | Name of Examination | Date of Notification | Last Date for receipt of Applications | Date of commencement of the Exam | Duration of Exam |
| 1. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | ย | ย | 10.01.2026 (Saturday) | 2 Days |
| 2. | Reserved for UPSC Examination | ย | ย | 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 DAY |
| 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 (I), 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 | ย | ย | 06.06.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS |
| 12. | I.E.S./I.S.S. Examination, 2026 | 11.02.2026 | 03.03.2026 | 19.06.2026 (Friday) | 3 DAYS |
| 13. | Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Examination, 2026 | ย | ย | 20.06.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS |
| 14. | Engineering Services (Main) Examination, 2026 | ย | ย | 21.06.2026 (Sunday) | 1 DAY |
| 15. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | ย | ย | 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 | ย | ย | 08.08.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS |
| 19. | Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026 | ย | ย | 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 | ย | ย | 26.09.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS |
| 23. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | ย | ย | 10.10.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS |
| 24. | Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | ย | ย | 31.10.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS |
| 25. | Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2026 | ย | ย | 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 | ย | ย | 19.12.2026 (Saturday) | 2 DAYS |
๐ง Civil Services Exam: UPSC IAS/IFS 2026
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Preliminary Exam ๐: 24 May 2026 (Sunday)
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Main Exam ๐: 21 August 2026 (Friday, 5 Days)
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Indian Forest Service (Main) ๐: 22 November 2026 (Sunday, 7 Days)
๐ช Defense Exams: NDA, CDS, CAPF 2026
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NDA & NA (I) ๐: 12 April 2026
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CDS (I) ๐: 24 May 2026
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CAPF (ACs) ๐: 19 July 2026
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NDA & NA (II) ๐: 13 September 2026
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CDS (II) ๐: 13 September 2026
๐งช Engineering & Scientific Services: UPSC Technical Exams
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Engineering Services (Prelims) ๐: 8 February 2026
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Engineering Services (Main) ๐: 21 June 2026
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Combined Geo-Scientist (Prelims) ๐: 8 February 2026
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Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) ๐: 20 June 2026
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IES/ISS ๐: 19 June 2026
๐ผ Medical & Other Recruitment Exams
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CMS (Combined Medical Services) ๐: 2 August 2026
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SO/Steno (GD-B/GD-I) LDCE ๐: 12 December 2026
โ ๏ธ Notes for Candidates
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๐ฏ Dates are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.
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โ Applicants must stay updated via official UPSC channels.
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๐ฅ Admit cards and updates will be made available online.
๐ Important Links
| Resource | Link |
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| ๐งพ Calendar | Download Now |
| ๐ Official UPSC Website | www.upsc.gov.in |
| ๐งพ OTR Application Portal | upsconline.nic.in |
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๐ก Final Thoughts: UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 ๐
This calendar is a golden opportunity for all aspirants planning to appear in UPSC exams. Whether you are aiming for IAS, IFS, NDA, CDS, or any other services, mark your calendars and start your preparation today. Stay updated via www.upsc.gov.in and keep visiting Maru Gujarat for authentic updates! ๐
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