Campus Times |Lucknow According to the notification, the online application process started on February 4, 2026, and interested candidates can apply until February 24, 2026. Aspirants are advised to complete the application process well before the closing date.

As per the eligibility criteria, the minimum age required is 21 years, while the maximum age limit is 32 years, calculated as on August 1, 2026.

Candidates are advised to carefully check the complete details regarding eligibility, exam pattern, selection process, and application procedure available on the official UPSC website before applying.

Important Dates

Online Apply Start Date: 04 February 2026

Online Apply Last Date: 24 February 2026

Last Date for Fee Payment: 24 February 2026

Pre Exam Date: 24 May 2026

Admit Card: Before Exam

Result Date: Will Be Updated Here Soon

Candidates are advised to confirm from the UPSC official website-https://upsc.gov.in/.

Application Fee

General, OBC, EWS: ₹ 100

SC / ST: ₹ 0

PH Candidates: ₹ 0

All Female Category: ₹ 0

Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods: Debit Card/Credit Card/Internet Banking/IMPS/Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Notification 2026: Age Limit as on 01 August 2026

Minimum Age: 21 Years.

Maximum Age: 32 Years.

Must have been born not earlier than 2nd august, 1994 and not later than 1st august, 2005

Age Relaxation Extra as per notification of UPSC Examination 2026 

Student are suggested that read official notification....click here