UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Admit Card 2026 OUT Check Now
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official e-Admit Card for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 (IAS / IFS) for 1,013 vacancies on 14 August 2026. Candidates who qualified in the Prelims Examination can download their e-Admit Card online through upsc.gov.in or upsconline.nic.in using their Registration ID or Roll Number and Date of Birth. The IAS Mains Examination will be conducted from 21 August 2026 to 30 August 2026.
Important Dates
| IAS Mains e-Admit Card Release Date | 14 August 2026 |
|---|---|
| UPSC IAS Mains Exam Dates | 21 August to 30 August 2026 |
| Interview / Personality Test Date | To Be Announced |
Exam Summary
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 |
| Total Posts | 1,013 Vacancies |
| Required Login | Registration ID / Roll No & Date of Birth |
Mandatory Items for Exam Hall
- Printed Copy of UPSC IAS Mains e-Admit Card 2026.
- Original Photo ID Proof mentioned in the e-Admit Card (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, PAN Card, Driving License).
- Two recent passport-size photographs (if photo on admit card is unclear).
- Permitted Exam Stationery (Black Ball Point Pen for attendance/OMR sheets).
Important Exam Instructions
- Report at the exam venue strictly 30 minutes before the commencement of each session (Entry closes 10 minutes prior).
- Verify all printed details (Name, Roll No, Exam Centre Address, Optional Subject Code) on the e-admit card.
- Smartwatches, mobile phones, IT gadgets, and bluetooth devices are strictly banned inside the venue premises.
UPSC IAS Mains 2026: Admit Card Details
| Exam Name | Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,013 Posts |
| e-Admit Card Release Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Mains Written Examination Dates | 21 August to 30 August 2026 |
How to Download UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official UPSC portal - upsc.gov.in or upsconline.nic.in.
- Go to the “What’s New” / “e-Admit Cards” section on the homepage.
- Click on the link titled “e-Admit Card: Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026”.
- Read the essential examination instructions carefully and click on “Yes / Proceed”.
- Choose your login option: By Registration ID OR By Roll Number.
- Enter your Registration ID / Roll Number, Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY), and Security Captcha.
- Click on Submit to view your e-Admit Card.
- Download the PDF file and take a clear printout of all pages to carry to the exam centre.
Important Links
Before Downloading Admit Card
Please verify the official website, exam date, reporting time, exam city, and required identity documents before visiting the exam center.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.