UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Result 2026
Union Public Service Commission has declared the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 result. Candidates listed in the official roll number PDF have qualified for admission to the Civil Services Main Examination, 2026.
About This Result
UPSC has released the result of the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026 on the basis of the examination held on 24 May 2026. The official result is published as a roll number list of candidates who have qualified for admission to the Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026.
The candidature of the qualified candidates is provisional. As per the official press note, candidates must login during the notified window and update or reconfirm their required details so that the Commission can generate the e-Admit Card for the Civil Services Main Examination, 2026.
The official notice is important because it contains the mandatory Mains form window, fee submission instruction, cadre preference update and the status of marks, cutoff marks and answer keys. Candidates should rely on the official UPSC websites for final confirmation before taking any next step.
Result Snapshot
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Examination Rules / Notification Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Civil Services Preliminary Examination | 24 May 2026 |
| Answer Key Date | After completion of the full CSE 2026 and IFoS 2026 process |
| Prelims Result Date | 15 June 2026 |
| Mains Details / Form Submission Window | 19 June 2026 to 28 June 2026 |
| Civil Services Main Examination Schedule | Check official UPSC notice |
How to Check UPSC Prelims Result
- Visit the official Union Public Service Commission website at upsc.gov.in.
- Open the result section or the latest result notice for Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026.
- Download the official result PDF / roll number list from the UPSC website.
- Open the PDF and search your roll number carefully using the search option.
- If your roll number appears in the list, read the Mains form window and next-stage instructions carefully.
- Save or print the result PDF and keep your application details ready for the Civil Services Main Examination process.
Result Details Mentioned
- Roll numbers of candidates qualified for admission to the Civil Services Main Examination, 2026.
- Provisional candidature note for shortlisted candidates.
- Mains form window for updating/reconfirming details and submitting the required application form.
- Fee submission instruction for candidates who are not exempted from fee payment.
- Scribe details, assistive device and large-font question paper update instructions where applicable.
- Cadre preference filling instruction for Civil Services Main Examination, 2026.
- Status of marks, cutoff marks and answer keys.
- UPSC call centre contact numbers for examination-related clarification.
Cut Off / Merit List
The official result PDF contains the roll number list of candidates who have qualified for admission to the Civil Services Main Examination, 2026. UPSC has not released category-wise Prelims cutoff marks with this result notice.
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Merit List / Roll List | Released |
| Total Shortlisted for Mains | 13,343 candidates |
| Prelims Cutoff | Official cutoff will be updated after release |
| Marks / Scorecard | To be uploaded after the complete Civil Services Examination 2026 and Indian Forest Service Examination 2026 process is over |
| Answer Key | To be uploaded after the full process is over |
What After Result
After qualifying the Civil Services Preliminary Examination, candidates have to complete the next online formalities for the Civil Services Main Examination, 2026. UPSC has stated that the window for filling, updating and submitting required details will remain available from 19 June 2026 to 28 June 2026.
- Qualified candidates must login to the portal at upsconline.nic.in during the official window.
- Candidates must submit the fee of Rs. 200 for admission to the Civil Services Main Examination, except fee-exempted candidates such as Female, PwBD, SC and ST candidates.
- Eligible candidates must submit or update scribe details, assistive device details and large-font question paper requirement, if applicable.
- Candidates must fill the cadre preference for the Civil Services Main Examination, 2026.
- Even candidates who have already uploaded information and do not need any update must login, verify details and finally submit the form.
- Failure to submit the required form/details may lead to non-generation of e-Admit Card and candidates may not be allowed to participate in further stages.
Documents Required for Next Stage
Candidates should keep the following documents ready for the Civil Services Main Examination process and later verification stages. The final list must be checked from the official UPSC instructions.
- Civil Services Preliminary Examination admit card and application details.
- Printed copy or saved copy of the result PDF / roll number list for reference.
- Valid photo ID proof such as Aadhaar, voter ID, passport, driving licence or other accepted ID.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
- Category certificate for SC, ST, OBC, EWS or PwBD candidates, if applicable.
- Domicile or other supporting certificates, if required by the official instructions.
- Recent passport-size photographs as per UPSC requirements.
- Scribe, assistive device, disability or large-font question paper related documents, if applicable.
- Any other document mentioned in the official Civil Services Main Examination instructions.
Some Useful Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Check Result | Open UPSC official website |
| Download Result PDF | Download from UPSC results section |
| Download Cut Off | Check UPSC cutoff updates |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
| Related Recruitment | Check latest recruitment updates |
| Admit Card | Check admit card updates |
| Answer Key | Check answer key updates |
| Latest Results | Check latest result updates |
| Rank Predictor | Use rank predictor tools |
| Student Hub | Read exam guidance articles |
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Related Updates
| Update | Link |
|---|---|
| Related Recruitment | Check latest UPSC and government job updates |
| Admit Card Updates | Check UPSC admit card updates |
| Answer Key Updates | Check UPSC answer key updates |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is UPSC Civil Services Prelims Result 2026 declared?
Yes. UPSC declared the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 result on 15 June 2026.
When was UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 held?
The Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 was held on 24 May 2026.
How many candidates were shortlisted for UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2026?
According to the official press note, 13,343 candidates have been shortlisted for the Civil Services Main Examination 2026.
How can I check my UPSC Prelims result roll number?
Download the official roll number list from the UPSC website and search your roll number carefully in the PDF.
What is the next stage after UPSC CSE Prelims Result 2026?
Shortlisted candidates have qualified for admission to the Civil Services Main Examination 2026.
What is the UPSC Mains form window for qualified candidates?
The official notice states that the window for updating details and submitting the form will be available from 19 June to 28 June 2026.
Will UPSC release Prelims marks and cutoff now?
No. UPSC has stated that marks, cutoff marks and answer keys will be uploaded only after the entire Civil Services Examination 2026 and Indian Forest Service Examination 2026 process is over.
What is the official website for UPSC result updates?
Candidates should verify all result and next-stage details from upsc.gov.in and use upsconline.nic.in for the required online window.
Disclaimer
GovJobUpdates is an independent information portal and is not a government website. This page summarizes the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 result notice for candidate convenience. Candidates must verify the result PDF, roll number list, cutoff status, marks, answer key, Main Examination form window and all next-stage instructions from the official UPSC websites before taking any action.