| Minimum Age | 21 year old21 year old |
| Maximum Age | 32 year old32 year old |
| Age Relaxation | Additional age relaxation is provided according to UPSC rules for the 2026 examination cycle.Additional age relaxation is provided according to UPSC rules for the 2026 examination cycle. |
| Post Name | Total Post |
|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Services (IAS)Indian Administrative Services (IAS) | 933933 |
| Question | Answer |
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| When will the UPSC IAS/IFS Pre Answer Key 2026 be released?When will the UPSC IAS/IFS Pre Answer Key 2026 be released? | The answer key is released after the examinationThe answer key is released after the examination |
| Where can I download the answer key?Where can I download the answer key? | You can download it from the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)You can download it from the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| General | 100 Rs/-100 Rs/- |
| Obc | 100 Rs/-100 Rs/- |
| Ews | 100 Rs/-100 Rs/- |
| Applications open | 4th February 20264th February 2026 |
| Application closes | 27th February 202627th February 2026 |
| Exam Fee Payment End Date | 27th February 202627th February 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date |
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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the answer key for the Civil Services (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Preliminary Examination 2026. This exam is conducted to recruit candidates for prestigious administrative and forest service roles across India, with a total of 933 vacancies announced for this cycle. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline for IAS, while IFS candidates require a bachelor’s in specific science subjects such as Agriculture, Botany, Chemistry, or related fields. The application process closed on 27 February 2026. The selection process includes preliminary and main examinations, followed by interviews. Candidates can now access the answer key to evaluate their performance and estimate their scores before the official results are declared.
| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| General Studies Paper-IGeneral Studies Paper-I | Current events of national & international importance; History of India and Indian National Movement; Indian and World Geography — physical, social, economic; Indian Polity & Governance — Constitution, political system, Panchayati Raj, public policy, rights issues; Economic & Social Development — sustainable development, poverty, demographics, social-sector initiatives; Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity & Climate Change; General Science.Current events of national & international importance; History of India and Indian National Movement; Indian and World Geography — physical, social, economic; Indian Polity & Governance — Constitution, political system, Panchayati Raj, public policy, rights issues; Economic & Social Development — sustainable development, poverty, demographics, social-sector initiatives; Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity & Climate Change; General Science. |
| General Studies Paper-II (CSAT — qualifying)General Studies Paper-II (CSAT — qualifying) | Comprehension; Interpersonal skills including communication; Logical reasoning & analytical ability; Decision making & problem solving; General mental ability; Basic numeracy — Class X level numbers, ratios, averages, percentage, time-speed-distance; Data interpretation.Comprehension; Interpersonal skills including communication; Logical reasoning & analytical ability; Decision making & problem solving; General mental ability; Basic numeracy — Class X level numbers, ratios, averages, percentage, time-speed-distance; Data interpretation. |
| Is it mandatory to carry the admit card?Is it mandatory to carry the admit card? |
| Yes, the admit card is compulsory for entry into the examination hallYes, the admit card is compulsory for entry into the examination hall |
| What if there is an error in the admit card?What if there is an error in the admit card? | Immediately contact UPSC authority/helpdesk for correction before the exam dateImmediately contact UPSC authority/helpdesk for correction before the exam date |
| What is the official website for UPSC?What is the official website for UPSC? | The official website for UPSC is [Link Provided Below]The official website for UPSC is [Link Provided Below] |
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| Pre ExaminationPre Examination |
| Mains ExaminationMains Examination |
| InterviewInterview |
| Sc | 0 Rs/-0 Rs/- |
| St | 0 Rs/-0 Rs/- |
| Ph Dviyang | 0 Rs/-0 Rs/- |
| Exam Date | 24th May 202624th May 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 27th May 202627th May 2026 |