UPSC CSE 2026<\/td> 933<\/td> Any Graduate<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhile the exact distribution of vacancies across specific services (such as IAS, IPS, IFS, etc.) has not been detailed in the available sources, the overall vacancy trend over recent years is as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\nYear<\/th> Number of Vacancies<\/th><\/tr><\/thead> 2025<\/td> 979<\/td><\/tr> 2024<\/td> 1,105<\/td><\/tr> 2023<\/td> 1,011<\/td><\/tr> 2021<\/td> 712<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nUPSC CSE Exam 2026 Eligibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Eligibility for UPSC is one of the first questions that pops up in the mind of every IAS aspirant. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has strict rules regarding nationality, age, attempts, and education. Don’t worry, it’s not complicated. All candidates must check these criteria before applying for the UPSC CSE Exam 2026 to ensure their application doesn’t get rejected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
UPSC IAS Nationality<\/h3>\n\n\n\n For the prestigious Indian Administrative Service (IAS)<\/strong> and Indian Police Service (IPS)<\/strong>, there is a strict rule: You MUST be a citizen of India.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nFor other services (like IRS, IRTS, etc.), you can apply if you are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nA citizen of India.<\/li>\n\n\n\n A subject of Nepal<\/strong> or Bhutan<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\nA Tibetan refugee<\/strong> who came to India before January 1, 1962<\/strong>, to settle permanently.<\/li>\n\n\n\nA Person of Indian Origin (PIO)<\/strong> who migrated from countries like Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia, or Vietnam to settle in India.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n\nImportant Note:<\/strong> If you are a citizen of Nepal\/Bhutan or a Tibetan refugee, you are NOT<\/strong> eligible for the Indian Foreign Service (IFS)<\/strong>. That service is for Indian citizens only!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nUPSC IAS Age Limit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Age is often the biggest confusion. Let’s clear it up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nMinimum Age:<\/strong> 21 Years<\/li>\n\n\n\nMaximum Age:<\/strong> 32 Years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nThis means for the 2026 exam, you must have been born not earlier than 2nd August 1993<\/strong> and not later than 1st August 2004<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nRelaxation in Upper Age Limit:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you belong to a reserved category, you get extra years to achieve your dream. Check the table below:<\/p>\n\n\n\nCategory<\/strong><\/td>Age Relaxation<\/strong><\/td>Maximum Age Allowed<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>SC \/ ST<\/strong><\/td>5 Years<\/td> 37 Years<\/td><\/tr> OBC<\/strong><\/td>3 Years<\/td> 35 Years<\/td><\/tr> Defence Personnel (Disabled)<\/strong><\/td>3 Years<\/td> 35 Years<\/td><\/tr> Ex-Servicemen<\/strong><\/td>5 Years<\/td> 37 Years<\/td><\/tr> PwD (Disabled Candidates)<\/strong><\/td>10 Years<\/td> 42 Years<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\nNote:<\/strong> There is NO<\/strong> age relaxation for the EWS (Economically Weaker Section)<\/strong> category.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nEducational Qualification<\/h3>\n\n\n\n No! You don’t need to be a topper or have a Master’s degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nThe Rule:<\/strong> You must hold a Graduation Degree<\/strong> (Bachelor’s) from any recognized University (Central, State, or Deemed).<\/li>\n\n\n\nFinal Year Students:<\/strong> Yes! If you are in the final year of college and waiting for results, you CAN apply<\/strong> for the Prelims. However, you must produce proof of passing before the Mains exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nNumber of Attempts: How Many Chances Do You Get?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n UPSC gives you limited chances to crack this exam. Use them wisely!<\/p>\n\n\n\nCategory<\/strong><\/td>Number of Attempts<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>General \/ EWS<\/strong><\/td>6 Attempts<\/td><\/tr> OBC<\/strong><\/td>9 Attempts<\/td><\/tr> SC \/ ST<\/strong><\/td>Unlimited (till age limit)<\/td><\/tr> PwD (General\/OBC\/EWS)<\/strong><\/td>9 Attempts<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\nImportant:<\/strong> An “Attempt” is counted only if you appear<\/strong> in at least one paper of the Prelims exam. Filling the form but remaining absent does NOT count as an attempt.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nAre you eligible? Then don’t wait! Start your preparation today.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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