UPSC Prelims 2026 (CSE) Complete Guide: Syllabus, Exam Date, CSAT & Pattern

Expected in Feb 2026. Apply via OTR (One Time Registration). Common exam for IAS, IPS & IFS.

Released 3 weeks before the exam date (May 2026). Check Exam Center and Shift Timings (GS & CSAT).

Paper-I: History, Polity, Geo, Economy, Env. Paper-II (CSAT): Comprehension, Reasoning & Basic Numeracy.

Check last 5 years' cutoff trends for Gen/OBC/SC/ST. Remember: CSAT is qualifying (33% marks required).

Bharti Information & Rules

Degree from recognized university. Age: 21-32 Years (General), with relaxations for OBC/SC/ST.

Two Papers: GS Paper-I (100 Qs, 200 Marks) & CSAT Paper-II (80 Qs, 200 Marks). Objective Type.

Yes, 1/3rd (0.66 marks in GS and 0.83 marks in CSAT) is deducted for every wrong answer.

Marks in GS Paper-I decide the Merit List, but you MUST score at least 33% (66 Marks) in CSAT to qualify.

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