The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Mains Admit Card for the Civil Services (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2026 on its official website. The Civil Services Mains Examination is scheduled to be held from 21 to 30 August 2026. Candidates who have qualified the Preliminary Examination and submitted the Mains application form can now download their e-Admit Card.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 27 February 2026 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 February 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
| Preliminary Admit Card | 15 May 2026 |
| Answer Key | 27 May 2026 |
| Preliminary 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
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST | ₹0/- |
| PH Candidates | ₹0/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0/- |
Payment can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Cash Card / Mobile Wallet.
Age Limit (As on 01 August 2026)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 32 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per UPSC rules |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | 933 |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 80 |
| Total | 1013 |
Eligibility Criteria
Indian Administrative Service (IAS): Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Indian Forest Service (IFS): Bachelor’s degree in Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent subjects.
Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Mains Examination
- Interview
How to Download UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Go to the What’s New / Examinations section.
- Click on e-Admit Card: Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026.
- Enter your Registration ID/Roll Number and Date of Birth.
- Submit the details to access your admit card.
- Verify exam date, timing, venue, and instructions.
- Download and print the admit card for the examination.
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Download IAS Mains Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check IAS Mains Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Apply Online IFS Mains Form Link | Click Here |
| Check IFS Mains Form Notice | Click Here |
| Apply Online IAS Mains Form Link | Click Here |
| Check IAS Mains Form Notice | Click Here |
| Download Pre Result (IAS) | Click Here |
| Download Pre Result (IFS) | Click Here |
| Download Pre Answer Key (Paper-I) | Click Here |
| Download Pre Answer Key (Paper-II) | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: When will the UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Admit Card 2026 be released?
Answer: The e-Admit Card for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 has been released by UPSC on its official website.
Question: How can I download the UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card 2026?
Answer: 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.
Question: Who can download the UPSC Civil Services Mains Admit Card?
Answer: Candidates who have qualified for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 and completed the required application formalities can download their e-Admit Card.
Question: What details are mentioned on the UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card?
Answer: The admit card contains important details such as the candidate’s roll number, examination venue, date, timing, and important examination instructions.
Question: What is the official website for UPSC?
Answer: The official website for UPSC is https://upsc.gov.in/