{"id":3113,"date":"2025-05-16T13:05:10","date_gmt":"2025-05-16T07:35:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=3113"},"modified":"2025-10-18T13:31:56","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T08:01:56","slug":"upsc-calendar-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-calendar-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Calendar 2026: Civil Services IAS, IFS, NDA, CDS, CMS, CAPF (AC), IES\/ISS"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-calendar-2026\/#UPSC_Civil_Services_Examination_in_UPSC_Calendar_2026\">UPSC Civil Services Examination in UPSC Calendar 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-calendar-2026\/#Indian_Forest_Service_IFS_through_UPSC_Calendar_2026\">Indian Forest Service (IFS) through UPSC Calendar 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-calendar-2026\/#Application_Process_as_Per_UPSC_Calendar_2026\">Application Process as Per UPSC Calendar 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-calendar-2026\/#Other_Major_Exams_Listed_in_UPSC_Calendar_2026\">Other Major Exams Listed in UPSC Calendar 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-calendar-2026\/#Reserved_Slots_in_UPSC_Calendar_2026\">Reserved Slots in UPSC Calendar 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-calendar-2026\/#Planning_Strategy_Based_on_UPSC_Calendar_2026\">Planning Strategy Based on UPSC Calendar 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-calendar-2026\/#Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-calendar-2026\/#UPSC_Calendar_2026_FAQs\">UPSC Calendar 2026 FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h1><b>UPSC Calendar 2026: Civil Services IAS, IFS, NDA, CDS, CMS, CAPF (AC), IES\/ISS<\/b><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re aspiring for the prestigious UPSC Civil Services Examination, having a thorough understanding of the <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is essential. The <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> outlines key dates for all major examinations, including the Civil Services (Prelims and Mains), Indian Forest Service, CDS, NDA, Engineering Services, and more. This article provides a detailed overview of the <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with a focus on the Civil Services Examination and relevant deadlines for aspirants.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_Civil_Services_Examination_in_UPSC_Calendar_2026\"><\/span><b>UPSC Civil Services Examination in UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>UPSC Civil Services Examination in UPSC Calendar 2026 Key Dates;<\/b><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Event<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Date<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Notification Release<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14 January 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Last Date to Apply<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 February 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Civil Services Preliminary Exam<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24 May 2026 (Sunday)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Civil Services Main Exam<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21 August 2026 (Friday)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Duration of Mains Exam<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 Days<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As per the <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the Civil Services Preliminary Examination will be held on 24 May 2026. This exam is the gateway for top-level government services such as IAS, IPS, IFS, and IRS. The Mains exam follows three months later, giving aspirants ample time to prepare for the next stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/upsc.gov.in\/content\/annual-calendar-2026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><b>Candidates can download the complete schedule here!<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_Forest_Service_IFS_through_UPSC_Calendar_2026\"><\/span><b>Indian Forest Service (IFS) through UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>Indian Forest Service (Preliminary) Examination 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will be conducted jointly with the Civil Services (Prelims) on the same day, <\/span><b>24 May 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, as indicated in the <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Candidates applying for IFS must register through the common preliminary examination.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Application_Process_as_Per_UPSC_Calendar_2026\"><\/span><b>Application Process as Per UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> mentions that the Civil Services notification will be released on <\/span><b>14 January 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and the application deadline is <\/span><b>3 February 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Aspirants must ensure timely submission of applications to avoid last-minute technical issues.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Major_Exams_Listed_in_UPSC_Calendar_2026\"><\/span><b>Other Major Exams Listed in UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Exam Name<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Notification Date<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Last Date to Apply<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Exam Date<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Duration<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engineering Services (Prelims) Exam<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17 Sept 2025<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 Oct 2025<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 Feb 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Day<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combined Geo-Scientist (Prelims)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 Sept 2025<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23 Sept 2025<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 Feb 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Day<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NDA &amp; NA Exam (I)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 Dec 2025<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30 Dec 2025<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12 Apr 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Day<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CDS Exam (I)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 Dec 2025<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30 Dec 2025<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12 Apr 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Day<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IES\/ISS Examination<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11 Feb 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 Mar 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19 June 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 Days<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engineering Services (Main)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21 June 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Day<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CAPF (AC) Examination<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18 Feb 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 Mar 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19 July 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Day<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combined Medical Services Exam<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11 Mar 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">31 Mar 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 Aug 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Day<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NDA &amp; NA Exam (II)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20 May 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9 June 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13 Sep 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Day<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CDS Exam (II)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20 May 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9 June 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13 Sep 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 Day<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22 Nov 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 Days<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">S.O.\/Steno (GD-B\/GD-I) LDCE<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16 Sept 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 Oct 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12 Dec 2026<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 Days<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These dates from the <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are essential for candidates targeting multiple exams.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reserved_Slots_in_UPSC_Calendar_2026\"><\/span><b>Reserved Slots in UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> also earmarks several weekends as &#8220;Reserved for UPSC RT\/Examinations,&#8221; which may be used for departmental tests or other recruitments:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 January 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17 January 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 June 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 July 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 August 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">26 September 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 October 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">31 October 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19 December 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These dates, listed in the <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, could be significant for aspirants of specialized recruitment tests.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; 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Knowing the exact gap between Prelims and Mains (approximately three months) helps plan post-prelims strategies effectively.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Be Alert to Changes<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The official notification in the <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cautions:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;The dates of notification, commencement and duration of Examinations\/ RTs are liable to alteration, if the circumstances so warrant.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Therefore, candidates should regularly visit the<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/upsc.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"> <b>UPSC official website<\/b><\/a><b> for updates.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Are you preparing for UPSC 2025?<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/prelims\/prelims-samadhaan-mentorship-2025?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=home_page&amp;utm_campaign=course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <b>Join IAShub&#8217;s UPSC coaching batches<\/b><\/a><b> to boost your preparation. Enroll now!<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is more than a list of dates\u2014it is your strategic planner for one of the most competitive exams in India. Whether you&#8217;re preparing for the Civil Services, IFS, NDA, CDS, or other examinations, the <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ensures you stay informed, prepared, and ahead of the competition. Mark the key dates, start your preparation on time, and use the <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as your foundation for exam success.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UPSC_Calendar_2026_FAQs\"><\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026 FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<style>#sp-ea-3114 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-3114{ position: relative; }#sp-ea-3114 .ea-card{ opacity: 0;}#eap-preloader-3114{ position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 100%;width: 100%; text-align: center;display: flex; align-items: center;justify-content: center;}#sp-ea-3114.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-3114.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-3114.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-3114.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-3114.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  padding: 7px;\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  margin-right: 0px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single{\r\n background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.ea-expand a{\r\n  background: #cfe2ff !important;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion{\r\n  margin-bottom: 1rem;\r\n  margin-top: 1rem;\r\n}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1747300852\"><div id=\"sp-ea-3114\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"1\" data-scroll-active-item=\"1\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div id=\"eap-preloader-3114\" class=\"accordion-preloader\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/plugins\/easy-accordion-free\/public\/assets\/ea_loader.svg\" alt=\"Loader image\"\/><\/div><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-31140\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse31140\" aria-controls=\"collapse31140\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> When will the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Exam be conducted as per UPSC Calendar 2026?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse31140\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3114\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-31140\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As per the <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, the <\/span><b>Civil Services Preliminary Examination<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is scheduled for <\/span><b>24 May 2026 (Sunday)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. This exam serves as the first stage for IAS, IPS, IFS, and other Group A services.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-31141\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse31141\" aria-controls=\"collapse31141\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the last date to apply for the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2026?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse31141\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3114\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-31141\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">According to the <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, the last date to submit the application form for the <\/span><b>Civil Services Examination<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is <\/span><b>3 February 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. The official notification will be released on <\/span><b>14 January 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-31142\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse31142\" aria-controls=\"collapse31142\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Are the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Prelims and Civil Services Prelims conducted on the same day?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse31142\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3114\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-31142\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, the <\/span><b>IFS Preliminary Examination<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is held in conjunction with the <\/span><b>Civil Services Preliminary Exam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. As per the <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, both exams will be conducted on <\/span><b>24 May 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-31143\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse31143\" aria-controls=\"collapse31143\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What are the key exams listed in the UPSC Calendar 2026 apart from Civil Services?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse31143\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3114\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-31143\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> includes dates for other major exams such as:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>CDS 2026 (I &amp; II)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: 12 April &amp; 13 September 2026<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><p><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>NDA 2026 (I &amp; II)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: 12 April &amp; 13 September 2026<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><p><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>Engineering Services 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: Prelims on 8 February, Mains on 21 June<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><p><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>CAPF (AC) 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: 19 July 2026<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><p><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><b>CMS 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: 2 August 2026<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><p><\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><b>IES\/ISS 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">: 19 June 2026<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/><\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-31144\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse31144\" aria-controls=\"collapse31144\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How should aspirants use the UPSC Calendar 2026 for preparation?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse31144\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-3114\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-31144\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The <\/span><b>UPSC Calendar 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is a vital planning tool. It helps aspirants:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Track <\/span><b>notification and exam dates<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> for all major UPSC exams<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><p><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Allocate preparation time between Prelims and Mains (around 3 months)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><p><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Avoid missing deadlines for application submission<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><p><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Prepare for multiple exams by cross-referencing overlapping dates<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>UPSC Calendar 2026 released with key dates for Civil Services Exam, IFS, NDA, CDS, CMS, CAPF (AC), IES\/ISS and more. 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