UPSC Exam Calendar 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC Examination and Recruitment Test Calendar 2026, outlining the schedule for major competitive examinations to be conducted throughout the year. This calendar includes important exams such as Civil Services, Engineering Services, NDA & NA, CDS, CAPF, Indian Forest Service, Combined Medical Services, and several departmental LDCE and Recruitment Tests (RTs). The exams are scheduled from January 2026 to December 2026, helping aspirants plan their preparation well in advance. Candidates are advised to regularly check official UPSC notifications, as dates may be subject to change due to administrative reasons.
UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 – Important Dates
Sl. No.
Name of Examination
Date of Notification
Last Date to Apply
Exam Date
Duration
1
Combined Geo-Scientist (Prelims) 2026
03.09.2025
23.09.2025
08.02.2026 (Sunday)
1 Day
2
Engineering Services (Prelims) 2026
17.09.2025
07.10.2025
08.02.2026 (Sunday)
1 Day
3
CBI (DSP) LDCE
24.12.2025
13.01.2026
28.02.2026 (Saturday)
2 Days
4
CISF AC(EXE) LDCE 2026
03.12.2025
23.12.2025
08.03.2026 (Sunday)
1 Day
5
NDA & NA Examination (I) 2026
10.12.2025
30.12.2025
12.04.2026 (Sunday)
1 Day
6
CDS Examination (I) 2026
10.12.2025
30.12.2025
12.04.2026 (Sunday)
1 Day
7
Civil Services (Preliminary) 2026
14.01.2026
03.02.2026
24.05.2026 (Sunday)
1 Day
8
Indian Forest Service (Prelims) 2026 (through CSP)
