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  • Updated July 10, 2026 06:13 PM
  • by Isaivani Manimaran
  • Applications closed on 30 August 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
  • The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official time table for the Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026. The exam will be held over two weekends: from 21 August 2026 to 23 August 2026, and again on 29-30 August 2026. Each day has a forenoon session (9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon) and, on most days, an afternoon session (2:30 PM to 5:30 PM).
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UPSC Mains Exam Date 2026 - Overview

ParticularsDetails
Exam NameCivil Services (Main) Examination, 2026
Conducting BodyUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Exam LevelNational
Exam StageMains (after Prelims)
Time Table StatusReleased
Exam Start Date21 August 2026 (Friday)
Exam End Date30 August 2026 (Sunday)
Total Exam Days5 days (across two weekends)
Total Papers9 (Essay, GS I-IV, Indian Language, English, Optional Paper 1 & 2)
Forenoon Session Timing9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Afternoon Session Timing2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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UPSC Mains 2026 Important Dates (Full Schedule)

Date & DayForenoon Session (9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon)Afternoon Session (2:30 PM - 5:30 PM)
21.08.2026 (Friday)Paper-I: EssayNo Paper
22.08.2026 (Saturday)Paper-II: General Studies-IPaper-III: General Studies-II
23.08.2026 (Sunday)Paper-IV: General Studies-IIIPaper-V: General Studies-IV
29.08.2026 (Saturday)Paper-A: Indian LanguagePaper-B: English
30.08.2026 (Sunday)Paper-VI: Optional Subject - Paper 1Paper-VII: Optional Subject - Paper 2

How to Prepare for UPSC Mains 2026

  • While the source notification does not include preparation guidance, candidates commonly plan revision around the confirmed exam sequence: Essay first, followed by General Studies I-IV, then a break before the Language and Optional papers in the final weekend. Candidates should verify any preparation-related claims independently, since this is outside the scope of the official time table.

Important Instructions

  • Beyond the paper-wise schedule and session timings shown above, no additional instructions (such as reporting time, admit card details, or exam centre rules) are available in the source document. Candidates should check the official UPSC website for the detailed notification and admit card once released.

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