UPSC Notification 2026 Postponed, Check Official Update for CSE & IFS Exams

The UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Notification 2026, originally set for release on 14th January 2026, has been postponed due to administrative reasons, as announced officially on 13th January 2026. Candidates awaiting details on vacancies, eligibility, and application timelines must stay updated at www.upsc.gov.in for the latest updates on the new date.

UPSC Notification 2026 Postponed

UPSC cited “administrative issues”, and no confirmation on the cancellation or structural changes to the exam process has been indicated, reassuring aspirants that UPSC Notification and application forms will be released shortly. The notice was published on the official website, urging patience for revised timelines. The notice released is also attached below.

Reasons Behind UPSC Notification 2026 Postponement

UPSC attributed the delay in the release of UPSC Notification 2026 for Civil Services Examination (CSE) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2026 to “administrative reasons,” without offering further details.

Common causes for such delays include

1. Government finalisation of vacancies
2. Internal approvals
3. Application portal enhancements
4. Exam calendar adjustments or
5. Inter-ministry coordination.

This remains a standard procedure, signalling no cancellation or overhaul of the exam framework.

UPSC Notification 2026 New Release Date

As per UPSC Calendar 2026, the notification and applications were to be released on 14th January 2026, with a last date to apply as 3rd February 2026, followed by Prelims in May/June. After the delay, the notifications may shift to late January or early February, with applications 20-25 days thereafter.

UPSC CSE & IFS 2026 Selection Process

The UPSC aspirants have to qualify in three phases to get shortlisted for UPSC CSE & IFS vacancies which will be released through UPSC Notification 2026. The final merit list of the UPSC IAS Result will be prepared based on marks scored by candidates in Phase 2 & Phase 3.