UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Online Form 2026 has officially released the Civil Services (IAS) Mains Online Form 2026, also known as the Detailed Application Form (DAF). Candidates who have successfully qualified in the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 can now submit their online application for the UPSC Mains Examination 2026.
UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Online Form 2026 Overview
The UPSC Civil Services Examination is one of the most prestigious competitive examinations in India. Every year, lakhs of candidates appear for the examination to secure positions in IAS, IPS, IFS, and other central services. Candidates who cleared the Prelims Exam are now eligible to fill out the Mains Online Form (DAF).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Prelims Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
| Prelims Result Declared | June 2026 |
| Mains DAF Form Release | June 2026 |
| UPSC Mains Exam Start | 21 August 2026 |
Application Fee
Candidates are advised to check the official UPSC notification for category-wise application fee details before submitting the form.
Eligibility for UPSC IAS Mains 2026
- Candidate must have qualified the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026.
- Must fulfill all eligibility conditions prescribed by UPSC.
- Candidates should provide accurate personal, educational, and service preference details in the DAF form.
Documents Required
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Identity Proof
- Educational Certificates
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Other supporting documents as required by UPSC
How to Fill UPSC IAS Mains Online Form 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Login using your registration details.
- Open the Detailed Application Form (DAF) link.
- Fill in personal, educational, and service preference details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Preview the application form carefully.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Selection Process
The UPSC Civil Services Selection Process consists of:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Personality Test / Interview
- Final Merit List
Important Links
| For Civil Services Mains Form | Click Here | |||||
| Download Civil Services Mains Exam Notice | Click Here | |||||
| Download Result IAS Name Wise | Click Here | |||||
| Download Civil Services IAS Pre Result | Click Here | |||||
| Download Forest Services IFS Pre Result | Roll Wise | Name Wise | |||||
| Download Forest Services IFS Pre Result | Click Here | |||||
| Download Admit Card | Click Here | |||||
| For Correction / Edit Form | Click Here | |||||
| Apply Online Through OTR | Registration | Login | |||||
| How to Fill Form (Video Hindi) | Click Here | |||||
| Download Civil Services IAS Notification | English | Hindi | |||||
| Download Forest Services IFS Notification | English | Hindi | |||||
| Official Website | UPSC Official Website | |||||
Conclusion
Candidates who have qualified the UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2026 should complete the Mains Online Form submission within the prescribed dates. The Detailed Application Form is a crucial step toward appearing in the UPSC Mains Examination 2026 and moving closer to achieving a career in the Indian Civil Services.
Other Links:
DSSSB Various Post Recruitment 2026
Allahabad High Court RO / ARO / CA Recruitment 2026
