Complete UPSC 2026 Exam Calendar and Form Dates

Based on previous years, UPSC 2026 expected dates: Notification release – February 4, 2026. Form start – February 4, 2026. Last date – March 4, 2026 (6 PM). Prelims exam – May 31, 2026 (Sunday). Mains exam – September 18, 2026 onwards (5 days). Interview – January/February 2027. These dates are tentative; official calendar will be on https://upsc.gov.in/exam-calendar. Mark these dates. Also, note that the form opens at 11 AM on the first day and closes at 6 PM on the last day. Servers are busy in the last week. So fill early. This article includes a month-by-month action plan for form filling, document gathering, and exam preparation. Do not rely on rumors – always check official website.