The schedule for the 2026 IAS, IFS, CPF, NDA, CDS, CMS, IES, ISS, Geologist, and other exams has been made public by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Candidates are able to view the dates of the exam’s release, the deadline, and the exam itself. Candidates can use this calendar to find out which UPSC exam will be held when they are waiting for the exam date.
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
All exams listed in the 2026 calendar will be conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), New Delhi.
All candidates are advised to check the official UPSC website regularly for updates and official notifications related to each examination.
UPSC Upcoming Examination Calendar 2026
Important Dates
Important Dates| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Annual Calendar Release | 15/05/2025 |
| Form Start Date | As per schedule |
| Form Last Date | As per schedule |
Exam Conducted By
All exams listed in the 2026 calendar will be conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), New Delhi.
Exam Conducted By UPSC Annual Examination Schedule 2026
UPSC Annual Examination Schedule 2026| Recruitment Name | Notification Date | Last Date to Apply | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Exam 2026 | 03/09/2025 | 23/09/2025 | 08/02/2026 |
| Engineering Services (Preliminary) Exam 2026 | 17/09/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 08/02/2026 |
| CDS I Exam 2026 | 10/12/2025 | 30/12/2025 | 12/04/2026 |
| NDA & NA I Exam 2026 | 10/12/2025 | 30/12/2025 | 12/04/2026 |
| Civil Services IAS Pre 2026 | 14/01/2026 | 03/02/2026 | 24/05/2026 |
| Forest Service IFS Pre 2026 | 14/01/2026 | 03/02/2026 | 24/05/2026 |
| IES / ISS Exam 2026 | 11/02/2026 | 03/03/2026 | 19/06/2026 |
| CPF (ACs) Examination 2026 | 18/02/2026 | 10/03/2026 | 19/07/2026 |
| Combined Medical Services (CMS) 2026 | 11/03/2026 | 31/03/2026 | 02/08/2026 |
| CDS II Exam 2026 | 20/05/2026 | 09/06/2026 | 13/09/2026 |
| NDA / NA II Exam 2026 | 20/05/2026 | 09/06/2026 | 13/09/2026 |
How to Apply for UPSC Exams 2026
How to Apply for UPSC Exams 2026- Check the notification date and eligibility criteria of your preferred exam from the UPSC calendar.
- Complete **One Time Registration (OTR)** on the UPSC website: upsconline.nic.in.
- After OTR, candidates can apply for any UPSC recruitment exam once the form is active.
- Ensure you fill all required details carefully and upload necessary documents like photograph and signature.
- Pay the required examination fee and submit the form before the last date.
- Take a printout of the final submitted application for future reference.
Important Note