UPSC Civil Services Eligibility Criteria 2026
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) ke Civil Services Examination me apply karne ke liye
candidate ko nationality, age limit, educational qualification aur
number of attempts jaise criteria fulfil karne hote hain.
Important: Eligibility UPSC notification ke according hoti hai.
Form fill karne se pehle eligibility carefully check karna zaroori hai.
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🇮🇳 Nationality (Citizenship)
- IAS & IPS: Candidate ka Indian citizen hona mandatory hai
- Other Services: Indian citizen OR Nepal/Bhutan citizen OR specified refugee
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🎓 Educational Qualification
- Candidate ke paas kisi recognized university se graduation degree honi chahiye
- Final year students bhi apply kar sakte hain (proof later)
- Professional degree (MBBS, Engineering, CA etc.) valid hai
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🎂 Age Limit (as on 1st August 2026)
| Category |
Minimum Age |
Maximum Age |
| General |
21 Years |
32 Years |
| OBC |
21 Years |
35 Years |
| SC / ST |
21 Years |
37 Years |
| PwBD |
21 Years |
42 Years |
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🔁 Number of Attempts
| Category |
Attempts Allowed |
| General |
6 Attempts |
| OBC |
9 Attempts |
| SC / ST |
Unlimited (Age limit tak) |
| PwBD |
As per category |
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🧍 Physical Eligibility (Only for IPS)
Height
- Male: 165 cm (Relaxation for certain categories)
- Female: 150 cm
Chest (Male only)
Eyesight
- Normal vision as per UPSC medical standards
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❓ Frequently Asked Eligibility Questions
- ❓ Graduation ke bina UPSC de sakte hain? → Nahi
- ❓ Gap year allowed hai? → Haan
- ❓ Age relaxation milta hai? → Yes, category-wise
- ❓ Private degree valid hai? → Haan, agar university recognized ho
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Exam Tip:
Age aur attempts limited hote hain, isliye early preparation start karna best hota hai.
Last Updated: 26 Feb 2026