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UPSC Exam Calendar 2025-26 Released: Civil Services Prelims on May 24, Mains from August 21

New Delhi, May 15, 2025 — The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released its Annual Exam Calendar for the year 2025-26, detailing the schedule for all major examinations including Civil Services, NDA & NA, CDS, Engineering Services, and more.

According to the official calendar, the Civil Services Preliminary Exam 2026 will be conducted on May 24, 2026, while the Main Examination will begin on August 21, 2026.

Additionally, the NDA & NA (I) and CDS (I) exams are set for April 12, 2026, while the NDA & NA (II) and CDS (II) will take place on September 13, 2026.

The calendar also includes dates for other exams like the Indian Forest Service (IFS), Engineering Services (ESE), Combined Medical Services (CMS), and CAPF.

✅ UPSC Exam Highlights:

CSE Prelims 2026: May 24, 2026

CSE Mains 2026: August 21, 2026

NDA & NA (I) and CDS (I): April 12, 2026

NDA & NA (II) and CDS (II): September 13, 2026

Candidates are advised to visit the official UPSC website to download the full calendar and begin their preparations accordingly.