UPSC Application Form 2026 last date extended to February 27. Check how to apply online, required documents, eligibility and key details for UPSC CSE 2026.
This extension offers a crucial opportunity for candidates who were unable to complete their applications due to technical issues or last-minute documentation gaps. (Photo: Social Media)
The Union Public Service Commission has given fresh relief to civil services aspirants by extending the deadline for submitting the UPSC Application Form 2026. Candidates who missed the earlier cutoff now have an additional three days to complete the registration process for one of India’s most competitive examinations.
The Union Public Service Commission released the UPSC Notification 2026 earlier this month, officially opening the application window for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026. Along with the notification, the online application process also began on the commission’s official website. Initially, the last date to apply was fixed as February 24, 2026, but the commission has now extended it till February 27, 2026, up to 6:00 PM IST.
This extension offers a crucial opportunity for candidates who were unable to complete their applications due to technical issues or last-minute documentation gaps.
According to the latest update, the UPSC Application Form 2026 can now be submitted online till February 27, 2026 (6:00 PM IST). The notification for the Civil Services Examination was issued on February 4, 2026, marking the start of the registration cycle.
Eligible candidates must complete the application process only through online mode. The commission will not accept any offline or late submissions once the extended deadline passes.
Candidates must follow a structured online process to submit their application successfully. The UPSC Apply Online 2026 procedure includes:
Applicants should carefully review all details before submission, as incorrect information may lead to rejection at later stages.
Before starting the application, candidates must ensure they have the following documents ready in the prescribed format:
Uploading clear and correctly formatted documents is essential to avoid technical errors during submission.
Candidates applying for UPSC CSE 2026 must meet the eligibility criteria related to nationality, age limit, and educational qualification as specified in the official notification. Applicants are advised to carefully read the eligibility conditions before filling out the form to avoid disqualification at later stages.
The extension gives aspirants additional time to complete registrations without rushing. With lakhs of candidates applying each year, minor technical or procedural delays are common. The revised deadline helps ensure that genuine candidates do not miss the opportunity due to avoidable issues.
Once the application window closes on February 27, 2026, no further extensions are expected.
