The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the results for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026. A total of 2,526 candidates have successfully cleared the written examination, conducted from August 21 to August 30, and are now eligible to appear for the crucial Personality Test.
This Personality Test (Interview) represents the final stage of the rigorous selection process for coveted positions such as the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and various other Group A and Group B central services.
How to Check Your UPSC Civil Services Mains 2026 Result
Candidates can follow these straightforward steps to check and download the result PDF:
- Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the ‘What’s New’ section or the ‘Written Results’ section on the homepage.
- Look for the link titled ‘Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026’.
- Click on this link to open the PDF document containing the list of qualified candidates.
- Use the search function (Ctrl + F on a computer or the search icon on a mobile device) to enter your roll number and verify if it appears in the list.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference.
Next Steps for Qualified Candidates
Candidates who have qualified for the Personality Test should note the following important information:
- UPSC will release the detailed interview schedule and dates in due course on its official website.
- All interviews will be conducted at the Commission’s office located at Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi.
- E-Summon Letters for the interviews will be made available exclusively on the UPSC websites: upsc.gov.in and the online application portal, upsconline.nic.in. No physical summon letters will be dispatched.
- Qualified candidates are required to complete or update their online application forms, including educational qualifications and supporting documents, between November 11 and November 25, 2026, up to 6:00 PM. Failure to complete this mandatory submission will result in e-Summon Letters not being issued.
- Candidates must keep their original certificates for age, educational qualifications, and reservation claims ready for verification during the interview process. Those seeking reservation or relaxation benefits must produce the necessary certificates as per UPSC’s eligibility rules.
The marksheets for all candidates who appeared in the examination will be uploaded on the UPSC website approximately 15 days after the declaration of the final results, following the completion of all Personality Tests. These marksheets will remain accessible for 30 days.