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UPSC Prelims Result 2026: Official Declaration
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC Prelims Result 2026 Roll Number Wise on its primary portal. Candidates who appeared for the Civil Services Preliminary Examination held earlier this year can now verify their qualifying status. The commission has published the merit list in a PDF format, containing the roll numbers of all candidates who have successfully cleared the first stage of the selection process and are now eligible to appear for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026.
This year, the examination witnessed a high level of competition, with thousands of aspirants vying for a limited number of vacancies across various central services. The result reflects the performance of candidates in both General Studies Paper I and the CSAT Paper II. Candidates are advised to download the official PDF and cross-verify their roll numbers carefully. The commission has also released the category-wise cut-off marks, providing clarity on the qualifying standards maintained for this recruitment cycle.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization / Board | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam / Post Name | UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2026 |
| Result Status | Declared Officially |
| Official Portal | upsc.gov.in |
| Milestone | Official Date |
|---|---|
| Exam Held Date | 24 May 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Date | 28 May 2026 |
| Official Result Declaration Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Scorecard & Marksheet Download Window | 20 October 2026 to 20 November 2026 |
| Document Verification / Next Round Date | December 2026 |
Category-Wise Cut-Off Marks
The UPSC has set the cut-off marks based on the difficulty level of the question paper and the number of vacancies available. Below is the indicative cut-off structure for the 2026 Prelims examination:
| Category | Expected Cut-Off (Out of 200) |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 92.50 – 95.00 |
| EWS | 85.00 – 87.50 |
| OBC | 89.00 – 91.00 |
| SC | 76.00 – 78.50 |
| ST | 73.00 – 75.50 |
Next Steps for Selected Candidates
Candidates who have successfully qualified in the Prelims are now required to fill out the Detailed Application Form (DAF) for the UPSC Mains 2026. This is a crucial step, as the information provided in the DAF will form the basis of the interview and final document verification. Ensure that all academic certificates, caste certificates (if applicable), and identity proofs are kept ready for the upcoming verification rounds.
How to Check Result & Download Scorecard
- Visit the official UPSC website at https://upsc.gov.in/.
- Navigate to the ‘Examination’ tab and select ‘Active Examinations’.
- Click on the link labeled “Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026 – Result”.
- The result will open as a PDF document. Use ‘Ctrl+F’ to search for your UPSC Prelims Result 2026 Roll Number Wise.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference, and check your individual scorecard using your registration credentials.
| Link Description | Action / Link |
|---|---|
| Check Result / Scorecard (Direct Link) | Click Here |
| Download Merit List PDF | Click Here |
| Download Cut-Off Marks PDF | Click Here |
| Official Portal | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Where can I find the UPSC Prelims Result 2026 Roll Number Wise list?
The list is available on the official UPSC website at https://upsc.gov.in/ under the ‘Results’ section.
2. What should I do if I have qualified for the Mains?
Qualified candidates must fill out the DAF-I form on the official portal within the stipulated time frame to be eligible for the Main examination.
3. When will the individual scorecards be released?
The individual marksheets and cut-off marks for the 2026 Prelims will be available for download starting from 20 October 2026.
4. Is the result available in any other format?
No, the official result is released strictly as a PDF merit list containing the roll numbers of the successful candidates.