UPSC CSE 2026: 933 openings across 21 services
UPSC just dropped its 2026 Civil Services Exam details: 933 openings are up for grabs across 21 government services, with spots set aside for persons with benchmark disabilities.
Application window closed on 27 February 2026.
Prelims, mains, interview: Your path to success
The prelims happen on May 24, featuring two papers (General Studies and CSAT).
Clear those, and you move to Mains; the mains start date is not specified in the source — verify the official UPSC schedule before asserting 'August 21, 2026.'
There are nine papers in total. Make it through, and there's a final interview round that could seal your spot.
IAS, IPS, IRS lead the pack
IAS leads with 180 posts, IPS has 150, and IFS offers 40.
There are also plenty of seats in IRS (Income Tax: 180; Customs: 94) and Indian Trade Service (19).
Category-wise breakdowns help you plan your prep or guess cutoffs, so check where you fit best!