What will be the last date to apply for UPSC ESE (IES) 2026 Exam?

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    Malavika | Contributor-Level 10

    5 months ago

    The UPSC ESE (IES) 2026 application deadline for the prelims exam is October 7, 2025. Before the preliminary exam candidates are required to finish their applications in order to take part in the examination procedure. After the notification will be made public on September 17, 2025, candidates will have a few weeks to get ready and submit their forms because the application window will be open for a short period of time. Because the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is strict about its application timelines, applicants need to meet this deadline in order to risk losing the opportunity. Candidates are urged to keep an eye out for

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    Rachit Kumar Saxena | Contributor-Level 9

    3 months ago

    The Union Public Service Commission will release the UPSC ESE (IES) 2026 notification online on September 17, 2025. The Commission provides around 20 days to fill out the IES applications online. The last date to apply for the UPSC ESE (IES) 2026 exam is October 7, 2025.

    The Commission will conduct the UPSC ESE (IES) 2026 prelims exam on February 8, 2026.

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