The Union Public Service Commission has officially declared the UPSC Prelims Result 2026, shortlisting 13,343 candidates for the Mains examination.
You can access and check the official roll-number merit list PDF online at upsc.gov.in.
Find direct merit list download steps, category details, and DAF 1 submission rules below.
UPSC CSE 2026 Prelims Result Summary
The Union Public Service Commission issued notification 05/2026-CSE on 4 February 2026 to fill 933 vacancies across 15 civil services. These posts include the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Revenue Service (IRS), and administrative cadres like DANICS and DANIPS. Following the preliminary exam held on 24 May 2026, the Commission evaluated answer scripts across General Studies Paper I and Paper II (CSAT).
Candidates who cleared the preliminary screening stage earned eligibility to appear for the Civil Services (Main) Examination, which commenced on 21 August 2026. Keep your admit card details ready for verification stages.
How to Check UPSC Prelims 2026 Result Online
- Go to the official Union Public Service Commission website at upsc.gov.in.
- Scroll down to the What's New section on the homepage.
- Click on the link titled Written Result: Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026.
- Open the downloaded PDF containing the list of qualified roll numbers.
- Use the search function (Ctrl + F) and type your 7-digit roll number to verify your status.
- Save a copy of the PDF document for your records.
Next Steps for Qualified Candidates: Mains DAF 1 Form Filling
Shortlisted candidates must complete the Detailed Application Form 1 (DAF 1) on upsconline.nic.in. DAF 1 submission is mandatory for entry to the written Main Examination. You must upload scanned original documents verifying your date of birth, educational qualification, category status (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, or PwBD), and age relaxation eligibility.
Ensure your category and educational certificates match the crucial eligibility cut-off date of 1 August 2026. Any discrepancies during document verification at the interview stage will lead to disqualification.
The selection moves from the preliminary filter to the written Main stage evaluated out of 1,750 marks, followed by the 275-mark Personality Test. Final merit ranking comes from a tally of 2,025 marks.
Year-over-Year Comparison: 2025 vs 2026
A review of examination notifications shows recruitment volume and operational schedules between the 2025 and 2026 cycles.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 2026-02-04 |
| Application Start Date | 2026-02-04 |
| Application Last Date | 2026-02-24 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 2026-05-24 |
| Prelims Result Date | 2026-06-15 |
| Mains Exam Date | 2026-08-21 |
The total vacancy count decreased by 4.7% in 2026 compared to 979 vacancies in 2025. Age limits (21-32 years for General category), educational eligibility, and attempt rules remained unchanged across both recruitment years.
Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme Overview
The Civil Services Examination framework follows a three-stage filter:
- Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Objective)
- General Studies Paper I (200 marks, 2 hours): Covers Polity, Economy, History, Geography, Environment, Science, and Current Affairs. Deducts 1/3rd mark for every incorrect response.
- General Studies Paper II / CSAT (200 marks, 2 hours): Qualifying paper requiring a minimum score of 33%.
- Stage 2: Main Examination (Descriptive)
- Qualifying Papers: Paper A (Indian Language, 300 marks) and Paper B (English, 300 marks).
- Merit Papers: Essay (250 marks), General Studies I to IV (250 marks each), and Optional Subject Papers I and II (250 marks each). Total descriptive score: 1,750 marks.
- Stage 3: Personality Test (Interview)
- Face to face evaluation at Dholpur House, New Delhi, carrying 275 marks.
Official Links and Contact Desk
Access official web portals directly for result verification, online applications, and helpline inquiries:
- Official UPSC Portal: upsc.gov.in
- UPSC Online Application Portal: upsconline.nic.in