UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Admit Card 2026 Download for Civil Services Exam
UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Admit Card 2026 has been officially released by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for Civil Services Examination and Indian Forest Service Examination 2026. Candidates who applied for UPSC IAS and IFS Pre Examination can now download the admit card through the official UPSC website.
The UPSC Civil Services and Forest Service Recruitment 2026 notification was released for 1013 posts including IAS, IFS, IPS, IRS and other Group A & Group B services. Candidates should carefully check examination details, eligibility, age limit, exam date and admit card instructions before appearing in the preliminary examination.
UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Admit Card 2026 Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Civil Services / Forest Service Examination 2026 |
| Advertisement Number | 05/2026 & 06/2026 |
| Total Posts | 1013 |
| Article Name | UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Admit Card 2026 |
| Category | Admit Card |
| Official Website | Visit Here |
UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Exam 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 27 February 2026 |
| Last Date Pay Exam Fee | 27 February 2026 |
| Correction Window | 28 February 2026 to 03 March 2026 |
| UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 15 May 2026 |
UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Exam 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0/- |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0/- |
Candidates could pay the examination fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or E Challan mode.
UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Exam 2026 Age Limit
- Minimum Age : 21 Years
- Maximum Age : 32 Years
- Age Relaxation Extra as per UPSC Rules
The age limit will be calculated as on 01 August 2026.
UPSC IAS / IFS Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Post |
|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Service IAS (Civil Services) | 933 |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 80 |
| Total | 1013 |
UPSC IAS / IFS Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
For Indian Forest Service (IFS)
For Civil Services (IAS)
For Indian Forest Service (IFS)
- Bachelor Degree with Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture or Equivalent Subject
UPSC Civil Services 2026 Included Services
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
- Indian Police Service (IPS)
- Indian Revenue Service (IRS)
- Indian Postal Service
- Indian Railway Traffic Service
- Indian Corporate Law Service
- Indian Information Service
- Indian Railway Accounts Service
- Indian Defence Estates Service
- Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service
- Pondicherry Civil Service
- Pondicherry Police Service
UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Exam 2026 Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination
- Mains Examination
- Interview / Personality Test
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
How to Fill UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Online Form 2026
- One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory before applying online.
- Candidates could apply online between 04 February 2026 to 27 February 2026.
- Read the official notification carefully before filling the application form.
- Keep scanned documents, photograph and signature ready.
- Check all details carefully before final submission.
- Take a printout of submitted application form.
Useful Categories
UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Admit Card 2026 Important Instructions
- Download admit card before examination date
- Carry valid photo ID proof with admit card
- Reach examination center before reporting time
- Read all instructions printed on admit card carefully
- Electronic devices are not allowed inside examination hall
UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Admit Card 2026 Important Links
| Some Useful Important Links | Action |
|---|---|
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Correction / Edit Form | Click Here |
| Apply Online Through OTR | Click Here |
| Login Portal | Click Here |
| Download Civil Services IAS Notification | Click Here |
| Download Civil Services IAS Hindi Notification | Click Here |
| Download Forest Services IFS Notification | Click Here |
| Download Forest Services IFS Hindi Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | UPSC Official Website |
FAQ – UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Admit Card 2026
When was UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Admit Card 2026 released?
UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Admit Card 2026 was released on 15 May 2026.
What is the UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Exam Date 2026?
UPSC IAS / IFS Preliminary Examination will be conducted on 24 May 2026.
How many vacancies are available in UPSC Civil Services and Forest Service Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1013 vacancies have been announced.
What is the minimum qualification for UPSC IAS 2026?
Candidates must have Bachelor Degree in any stream from recognized university.
UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Admit Card 2026 is now available for download through the official UPSC portal. Candidates should download the admit card before examination date and carefully follow all examination instructions.
