Download UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026 will be released on 11 May at upsc.gov.in. Exam on 24 May. Get direct link, steps & exam details.

Overview :

UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026 will be released by the Union Public Service Commission on 11 May 2026. Candidates who applied for the Civil Services Examination can download their admit card from the official website upsc.gov.in. The written examination (Prelims) is scheduled for 24 May 2026 across various centers in India.

Conducting Body	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Exam Name	Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026
Admit Card Release Date	11 May 2026 (Out today)
Exam Date	24 May 2026
Total Vacancies	933 Posts
Exam Mode	Offline (Pen & Paper Based)
Official Website	upsc.gov.in

Important Dates :

Event	Date	Status
Notification Release	February 2026	Completed
Application Last Date	February 2026	Completed
Admit Card Release Date	11 May 2026	Check Official
Exam Date	24 May 2026	Upcoming
Result Declaration	To be announced	Awaited

Direct Download Link :

How to Download Admit Card ?

Follow these simple steps to download your UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026:

1. Step 1: Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in or click the direct download link provided above.
2. Step 2: Navigate to the “E-Admit Cards” or “Latest Announcements” section on the homepage.
3. Step 3: Click on the “UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026” admit card link.
4. Step 4: Enter your credentials:
   • Registration ID / Roll Number
   • Date of Birth
   • Captcha Code
5. Step 5: Click on “Submit” or “Download Admit Card” button.
6. Step 6: Your UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026 will appear on screen.
7. Step 7: Download and save the PDF file on your device.
8. Step 8: Take 2-3 printouts for exam day (keep backup copies).

Documents Required On Exam Day

Mandatory Documents (Originals):

• UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026 (printed copy with clear photograph)
• Valid Photo ID Proof (any one of the following): Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, Driving License, PAN Card, Passport
• Recent passport-size photographs (if required)
• Simple pen (blue/black ballpoint)

Not Allowed in Examination Hall:

• Mobile phones and smartphones
• Smartwatches and digital watches
• Calculators and electronic devices
• Books, notes, and study materials
• Bags and pouches

Some Useful Important Links :

Document	Status	Action
UPSC Prelims Admit Card 2026	Releasing Today	Check Official Website
Official Website	Active	Visit Portal
Exam Date	24 May 2026	Check Details

Important: Act immediately if facing issues downloading admit card. Don’t wait until exam day.

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