Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the exam mains admit card for the recruitment of 1013 IAS / IFS PRE posts. Registered candidates can now check their exam city details and download their hall ticket using their registration number and date of birth. Access the direct official link to download the UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Admit Card, check exam instructions, and view daily schedules here.
For more details regarding the eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, and application fee, please read the full article below.
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
UPSC IAS / IFS PRE Examination Admit Card 2026 : Short Details
Important Dates
· Application Start Date: 04 February 2026
· Last Date of Apply Online: 27 February 2026 till 06:00 PM
· Last Date of Fee Payment: 27 February 2026
· Correction Date: 28 Feb to 03 March 2026
· Exam Date: 24 May 2026
· Admit Card: 15 May 2026
· Result Date: Will Be Updated Soon
· Candidates are advised to confirm from the UPSC official website.
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Application Fee
· For General/ OBC/ EWS: 100/-
· For SC/ ST/ PH: 0/-
· For All Female Candidates: 0/-
· Payment Mode (Online):
· Debit Card
· Credit Card
· Internet Banking
· IMPS
· Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
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UPSC IAS / IFS PRE Notification 2025: Age Limits As on 01/08/2026
· Minimum Age : 21 Years
· Maximum Age : 32 Years
· UPSC provides age relaxation for the IAS / IFS PRE as per their regulations.
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Total Post
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1013
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UPSC IAS / IFS PRE Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details
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Post Name
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Category
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No. of Post
(IAS)
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No. of Post
(IFS)
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UPSC IAS / IFS PRE
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UR
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397
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33
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EWS
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88
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8
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OBC
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243
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21
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SC
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133
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12
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ST
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72
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6
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UPSC IAS / IFS PRE Online Form 2025 : Eligibility Details
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Post Name
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Eligibility Criteria
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IAS
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Candidates must have passed Bachelor Degree (Graduate) in Any Stream from any Recognized University in India.
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IFS
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Candidates must have passed Bachelor Degree (Graduate) as one of subject Animal Husbandry * Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physicas, Statistics and Zoology, Agriculture or Equivalent from any Recognized University in India.
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How To Check & Download UPSC IAS / IFS PRE Admit 2026
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Candidates who are shortlisted for the UPSC IAS / IFS PRE Examination can easily check and download their admit cards by following the simple step-by-step process given below:
Step 1: Visit the Official Website First, open your internet browser and go to the official website of the Union Public Service Commission: https://upsc.gov.in/.
Step 2: Locate the Admit Card Link On the homepage, look at the "Live Advertisements" or "Notice Board" section. Click on the link that reads "Click here to download your main exam admit card for Advt. No. IAS / IFS PRE Recruitment 2026".
Step 3: Enter Your Login Credentials A new login portal page will open on your screen. Carefully enter the following required details:
· Candidate Registration Number (Mains/PET Registration No.)
· Date of Birth (DOB) (DD/MM/YYYY format)
· Verification Code (Enter the exact Captcha Code shown on the screen)
Step 4: Download the Hall Ticket After entering all the details correctly, click on the "Download Admit Card" button. Your UPSC IAS / IFS PRE Admit Card 2026 will instantly display on your mobile or computer screen.
Step 5: Print and Save Verify all the printed details like your Exam Venue, Center Code, Date, and Reporting Time. Download the PDF file and take a clear color printout to carry with you to the examination center.
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Mode of Selection : UPSC IAS / IFS PRE Online Form 2026
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· Prelims
· Mains
· Interview
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UPSC IAS / IFS PRE : FAQ's
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Question : When and where can I download the UPSC NTPC UG CBT-I Admit Card 2026?
Answer : The Union Public Service Commissions (UPSCs) release the Prelims admit cards in a staggered manner exactly 4–10 days prior to your scheduled exam date.
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Question : What credentials are required to download the admit card?
Answer : To log into the candidate dashboard and download your hall ticket, you will need to enter the following credentials:
1. Registration Number (received during the application process)
2. Date of Birth (DOB) (in DD/MM/YYYY format)
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Question : What is the official website link to download the UPSC NTPC UG Admit Card 2026?
Answer : Candidates can download their hall ticket from the official centralized portal at upsc.gov.in or by visiting the specific regional UPSC website (e.g., UPSCcdg.gov.in for Chandigarh) where they submitted their application.
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