UPSC CSE 2026 Prelims are set for May 24, with Mains from August 21. State PCS exams vary by commission, with several schedules released or tentative for 2026; check official sites for updates, especially Assam PSC and Meghalaya PSC given your location.
UPSC CSE Key Dates
- Notification: January 14, 2026
- Prelims: May 24, 2026 (1 day)
- Mains: August 21-25, 2026 (5 days)
Major State PCS Schedules
| State PCS | Prelims/Main Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| UPPSC PCS | December 6, 2026 (Prelims) | Notification Feb-Mar 2026 |
| MPSC Rajyaseva | March 29-April 26, 2026 (Mains 2025 cycle) | Group B/C throughout 2026 |
| Assam PSC (Functional Manager etc.) | February 1, 2026 | Admit cards from Jan 28 |
| BPSC/others | Tentative Q1-Q4 2026 | Varies; e.g., OCS Feb 20 |
Schedules are tentative; Assam and Meghalaya PSCs have ongoing recruitments but no full 2026 calendars detailed yet.