The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 result on 5 November 2026. A total of 2,526 candidates have qualified for the Personality Test (interview), the final stage of the Civil Services Examination. Candidates can check their roll number in the official PDF list on upsc.gov.in.
Key Facts
- Exam: Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026
- Result declared: 5 November 2026
- Candidates shortlisted for interview: 2,526
- Next stage: Personality Test (Interview) — 275 marks
- Official website: upsc.gov.in
How to Check UPSC Mains Result 2026
The result is published as a PDF list of roll numbers and names. No login or application number is needed to view it. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in.
- Go to Examination → Written Results.
- Click on “Written Result: Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026”.
- Download the result PDF (roll number-wise and name-wise lists are published).
- Press Ctrl + F and type your roll number to find it in the list.
If your roll number appears in the list, you have qualified for the Personality Test. Note that the serial numbers in the PDF are not All India Ranks.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Mains examination held | 21–30 August 2026 |
| Mains result declared | 5 November 2026 |
| Update application details online | 11–25 November 2026 (up to 6:00 PM) |
| Personality Test schedule | To be announced |
| e-Summon letter for interview | To be announced |
What Happens Next After the Result
Shortlisted candidates must update and finally submit their application details online between 11 and 25 November 2026, up to 6:00 PM, on the UPSC online portal. This step is mandatory — candidates who do not complete it in time will not receive an e-Summon letter for the interview.
The Personality Test carries 275 marks. Added to the Mains written total of 1,750 marks, the final merit is based on 2,025 marks. Interviews are held at Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi – 110069. UPSC will announce the interview schedule and e-Summon letters separately on its website.
Please note: UPSC has not released individual Mains marks or cut-off marks with this result. Marks and cut-offs are released only after the final result. UPSC also does not send result alerts by SMS or email — check only upsc.gov.in and do not trust forwarded links.
FAQs
How many candidates qualified in UPSC Mains 2026?
2,526 candidates have been shortlisted for the Personality Test. A total of 13,343 candidates had qualified from the Prelims to appear in the Mains examination.
Where can I check the UPSC Mains Result 2026?
On the official website upsc.gov.in, under Examination → Written Results. Download the PDF and search your roll number.
Is there an individual scorecard for UPSC Mains 2026?
No. The result is a roll number-wise and name-wise PDF list. Individual marks and cut-off marks have not been released with this result.
What is the next step for qualified candidates?
Update and submit application details online from 11 to 25 November 2026, then appear for the Personality Test at Dholpur House, New Delhi, on the date UPSC announces.