UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card 2026 Out - Download e-Admit Card at upsc.gov.in

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the e-Admit Card for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026, which covers recruitment to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS), under Advt. No. 05/2026. The Mains examination will be held from 21 to 30 August 2026. Candidates who qualified the Preliminary Examination and submitted the Detailed Application Form (DAF) can download their admit card from the official UPSC website.

UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Admit Card 2026 - Overview

UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Important Dates 2026

UPSC Civil Services Application Fee (Preliminary Stage)

Documents Required to Download and Carry the Mains Admit Card

• Registration ID or Roll Number (as generated during application)
• Date of Birth used at the time of registration
• A valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, Voter ID, driving licence, or passport) to carry to the exam centre alongside the printed admit card

Specific instructions on additional documents (such as passport-size photographs) are not confirmed in the source referenced for this article candidates should check the instructions printed on their own admit card.

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How to Download UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Admit Card 2026

1. Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
2. Go to the "What's New" or "Examinations" section on the homepage.
3. Click on the link titled "e-Admit Card: Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026."
4. You will be redirected to the UPSC e-Admit Card portal (upsconline.nic.in).
5. Enter your Registration ID or Roll Number and Date of Birth as required.
6. Complete the security check/CAPTCHA and submit the details.
7. Your e-Admit Card will appear on the screen check your exam date, timing, venue, roll number, and instructions carefully.
8. Download and save the e-Admit Card, then take a clear printout to carry to the examination centre.

Important Instructions for UPSC Mains Candidates

• Carry a printed copy of the e-Admit Card along with an original valid photo ID to the exam centre; digital copies alone are generally not accepted.
• Verify your name, roll number, photograph, exam centre, and exam timing immediately after downloading the admit card.
• Report any discrepancy on the admit card to UPSC without delay through the contact details listed on the official website.
• Once issued, the allotted examination centre typically cannot be changed under normal circumstances.
• Keep checking the official UPSC website for any last-minute notices related to exam-day guidelines.

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