Exam Calendars
UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 Released, Check Exam Dates for Various Posts
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Examination and Recruitment Test Calendar 2026. The calendar provides the complete schedule of major competitive exams to be held during the year.
It covers key examinations such as Civil Services, Engineering Services, NDA & NA, CDS, CAPF, Indian Forest Service, Combined Medical Services, along with various departmental LDCEs and Recruitment Tests. The exams are planned between January 2026 and December 2026, allowing candidates to plan their preparation in advance.
Candidates are advised to keep checking the official UPSC website regularly, as exam dates may change due to administrative reasons.
UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 – Complete Exam Schedule
| Name of Examination | Notification Date | Last Date to Apply | Exam Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combined Geo-Scientist (Prelims) 2026 | 03.09.2025 | 23.09.2025 | 08.02.2026 (Sunday) | 1 Day |
| Engineering Services (Prelims) 2026 | 17.09.2025 | 07.10.2025 | 08.02.2026 (Sunday) | 1 Day |
| CBI (DSP) LDCE | 24.12.2025 | 13.01.2026 | 28.02.2026 (Saturday) | 2 Days |
| CISF AC(EXE) LDCE 2026 | 03.12.2025 | 23.12.2025 | 08.03.2026 (Sunday) | 1 Day |
| NDA & NA Examination (I) 2026 | 10.12.2025 | 30.12.2025 | 12.04.2026 (Sunday) | 1 Day |
| CDS Examination (I) 2026 | 10.12.2025 | 30.12.2025 | 12.04.2026 (Sunday) | 1 Day |
| Civil Services (Preliminary) 2026 | 14.01.2026 | 03.02.2026 | 24.05.2026 (Sunday) | 1 Day |
| Indian Forest Service (Prelims) 2026 (through CSP) | 14.01.2026 | 03.02.2026 | 24.05.2026 (Sunday) | 1 Day |
| IES / ISS Examination 2026 | 11.02.2026 | 03.03.2026 | 19.06.2026 (Friday) | 3 Days |
| Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) 2026 | — | — | 20.06.2026 (Saturday) | 2 Days |
| Engineering Services (Main) 2026 | — | — | 21.06.2026 (Sunday) | 1 Day |
| CAPF (ACs) Examination 2026 | 18.02.2026 | 10.03.2026 | 19.07.2026 (Sunday) | 1 Day |
| Combined Medical Services (CMS) 2026 | 11.03.2026 | 31.03.2026 | 02.08.2026 (Sunday) | 1 Day |
| Civil Services (Main) 2026 | — | — | 21.08.2026 (Friday) | 5 Days |
| NDA & NA Examination (II) 2026 | 20.05.2026 | 09.06.2026 | 13.09.2026 (Sunday) | 1 Day |
| CDS Examination (II) 2026 | 20.05.2026 | 09.06.2026 | 13.09.2026 (Sunday) | 1 Day |
| Indian Forest Service (Main) 2026 | — | — | 22.11.2026 (Sunday) | 7 Days |
| SO / Steno (GD-B / GD-I) LDCE | 16.09.2026 | 06.10.2026 | 12.12.2026 (Saturday) | 2 Days |
| Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 10.01.2026 | 2 Days | ||
| Reserved for UPSC Examination | 17.01.2026 | 2 Days | ||
| Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 06.06.2026 | 2 Days | ||
| Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 04.07.2026 | 2 Days | ||
| Reserved for UPSC Examination | 08.08.2026 | 2 Days | ||
| Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 26.09.2026 | 2 Days | ||
| Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 10.10.2026 | 2 Days | ||
| Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 31.10.2026 | 2 Days | ||
| Reserved for UPSC RT/ Examination | 19.12.2026 | 2 Days |
Download UPSC Exam Calendar 2026
| Download UPSC Exam Calendar | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
