Admit Card

UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Admit Card 2026 Out | Sarkari Result

State: Central Govt

Eligibility: Graduate

Admit card Total Vacancies: 1013
Organization
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) · Official website →
Advt. No.
05/2026
Age Limit
21 Years – 32 Years years (as on 01 August 2026)

UPSC has released the Civil Services (IAS) Mains Admit Card 2026 on its official website for the Mains exam scheduled from 21 to 30 August 2026.

The e-Admit Card for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 is now available on the UPSC website. Qualified candidates can download it using their Registration ID/Roll Number and Date of Birth.

Important Dates

  • Online Apply Start Date 04 February 2026
  • Online Apply Last Date 27 February 2026 (Extended)
  • Last Date For Fee Payment 27 February 2026
  • Pre Exam Date 24 May 2026
  • Admit Card 15 May 2026
  • Answer Key 27 May 2026
  • Result Date 15 June 2026
  • IAS Mains Form Start Date 19 June 2026
  • IAS Mains Form Last Date 29 June 2026
  • IFS Mains Form Start Date 13 July 2026
  • IFS Mains Form Last Date 22 July 2026
  • IAS Mains Exam Date 21 - 30 August 2026
  • IAS Mains Admit Card 14 August 2026 Available Now

Application Fee

  • General, OBC, EWS ₹ 100/-
  • SC / ST ₹ 0/-
  • PH Candidates ₹ 0/-
  • All Female Category ₹ 0/-

Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

Vacancy Details

Post NameTotal Posts
Indian Administrative Service (IAS)933
Indian Forest Service (IFS)80

Eligibility Criteria

  • Indian Administrative Service (IAS) Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India.
  • Indian Forest Service (IFS) Bachelor’s degree in subjects like Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent qualifications.

Selection Process

  1. Pre Examination
  2. Mains Examination
  3. Interview

How to Check

  1. Visit the official UPSC website.
  2. Go to the What's New / Examinations section.
  3. Click on e-Admit Card: Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026.
  4. You will be redirected to the UPSC e-Admit Card portal.
  5. Enter your Registration ID/Roll Number and Date of Birth as required.
  6. Submit the details to access your admit card.
  7. Check your exam date, timing, venue, roll number, and other instructions carefully.
  8. Download and save the e-Admit Card for future reference.
  9. Take a clear printout and carry it to the examination centre.
UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Admit Card 2026 Out | Sarkari Result

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Admit Card 2026 be released?
The e-Admit Card for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 has been released by UPSC on its official website.
How can I download the UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card 2026?
Candidates can download the e-Admit Card by visiting the official UPSC website and accessing the e-Admit Card: Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026 link.
Who can download the UPSC Civil Services Mains Admit Card?
Candidates who have qualified for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 and completed the required application formalities can download their e-Admit Card.
What details are mentioned on the UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card?
The admit card contains important details such as the candidate's roll number, examination venue, date, timing, and important examination instructions.
What is the official website for UPSC?
The official website for UPSC is https://upsc.gov.in/.

The UPSC Civil Services Examination recruits officers for the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), while the concurrent Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination recruits forest service officers.

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