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UPSC Combined Defence Services (CDS-II) 2026 e-Admit Card Out
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Exam Date: 15 November 2026
Released: 05 October 2026
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UPSC Civil Services Examination 2026 – IAS, IPS, IFS 1,056 Posts Notification
Recruiting Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Location: All India
Mode: Onsite
Total Vacancies
1,056
Application Last Date
20 Nov 2026
Prescribed Age Limit
21 - 32 Yrs
Qualification
Graduate in Any Stream from Recognized University
Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution:
| Post / Cadre Name | Department / Category | Vacancies | Educational Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | Ministry of Personnel | 180 | Graduate Degree |
| Indian Police Service (IPS) | Ministry of Home Affairs | 200 | Graduate Degree + Physical Standards |
| Indian Foreign Service (IFS) | Ministry of External Affairs | 38 | Graduate Degree |
| Central Services (IRS, IRTS, IAAS) | Various Central Ministries | 638 | Graduate Degree |
Application Fee Structure:
- General / OBC / EWS Male: ₹100
- Female / SC / ST / Persons with Benchmark Disability: ₹0 (Nil)
Selection Procedure:
- Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination: Objective Type testing General Studies Paper-I and CSAT Paper-II (qualifying at 33%).
- Civil Services (Main) Examination: Written descriptive examination consisting of 9 papers including essay, general studies, and optional subjects.
- Personality Test / Interview: In-depth board evaluation assessing intellectual calibre, integrity, and public leadership suitability.