UPSC IAS Prelims Result 2026 Out (soon): Download Merit List PDF

Dec 10, 2025

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will soon release UPSC IAS Prelims Result 2026 on its official website after the completion of the exam which is scheduled on May 24, 2026. Candidates who appear for the exam will be able to download the result PDF, which will contain the roll numbers of qualified candidates. Those who qualify the Prelims exam will be eligible to appear for the next phase of the selection process—UPSC IAS Mains Exam. UPSC IAS 2025 Final Result will be released soon on the website after the completion of the interview round.

Table of Contents

How to Check UPSC IAS Result 2026?
Details Mentioned on UPSC IAS Result 2026
UPSC CSE Final Result 2026: Merit List of UPSC Toppers
What Next After Declaration of UPSC CSE Result
UPSC IAS Result 2026 FAQs

How to Check UPSC CSE Result 2026?

Candidates should follow these steps to access their UPSC Civil Services Result 2026:

Visit the Official Website: Go to the official UPSC website – upsc.gov.in
Click on the Result Link: On the homepage, look for the link titled “UPSC Civil Services Mains Result 2026” under the “What’s New” section or in the “Examinations” tab.
Download the PDF: Click on the result link to open the PDF file. It contains the roll numbers of candidates who have qualified for the Mains exam.
Check Your Roll Number: Use Ctrl+F (or Command+F on Mac) to search your roll number in the PDF.
Save or Print: Download and save the PDF for future reference. You may also print it if needed.

Details Mentioned in UPSC CSE 2026 Result

Below are the important details mentioned on UPSC IAS 2026 Result PDF:

Roll Numbers of candidates shortlisted for Mains Exam.
Official notice regarding the next stage
General instructions for qualified candidates
Contact details for further queries (if provided)

What After the Declaration of UPSC CSE Result 2026?

After the declaration of UPSC CSE Prelims Result 2026, candidates should follow these important steps:

Fill out the Detailed Application Form (DAF ), which includes personal information, educational background, and service preferences.
Prepare for the Mains exam, which is scheduled on October 21, 2026.
Candidates who qualify the mains exam will be called for the personality test/interview round.
Get all relevant documents ready for verification, including educational certificates, age proof, and category certificates if applicable.
Undergo the mandatory medical examination to ensure fitness for civil services.
The final merit list will be prepared by combining marks from the Mains exam and the Personality Test.
Based on the final merit list and candidate preferences, service allocation will be done for various services like IAS, IPS, IFS, etc.

Relevant Links
UPSC Eligibility Criteria	UPSC Notification
UPSC Salary	UPSC Selection Process

UPSC CSE Result 2026 FAQs

Ques. In what format is UPSC Result published?

Ans. The result is released in the form of a PDF containing only the roll numbers of candidates who have qualified for the Mains exam. The marks and ranks are disclosed only after the final result is announced.

Ques. How is rank allotted in UPSC?

Ans. Your rank in UPSC is determined by your marks in Mains and Interview round. Your UPSC Prelims marks are not counted for the ranking as it is the only screening stage. As per the ranking of UPSC previous year toppers, we can say that toppers get more than 900 score in total.

Ques. What happens after the UPSC final result?

Ans. UPSC release marksheet of all successful candidates. Later, they receive call letter to join the foundation course at LBSNAA in Mussoorie.

Ques. Is the preims marks counted for the final selection?

Ans. No, UPSC Prelims score is not counted for the final merit list. It is qualifying in nature for the mains round.

Ques. How many IAS are selected every year?

Ans. Every year, 180 IAS officers are selected through UPSC CSE exam.

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