- UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 result expected by June 10 on official UPSC websites
- The exam was conducted on May 24, with results listing qualified candidates’ roll numbers
- Result PDF shows candidates eligible for Mains starting August 21, 2026
UPSC CSE Prelims Result 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is likely to announce the Civil Services Preliminary Examination (CSE) 2026 result shortly. Once released, the result will be available on the official UPSC websites - upsc.gov.in and upsconline.nic.in.
CSE 2026 examination held on May 24 and according to reports result is expected to release by June 10.
The result will be published in PDF format and will contain the roll numbers of candidates who have qualified for the next stage of the Civil Services Examination. Those whose roll numbers appear in the list will be eligible to appear for the UPSC Civil Services Main Examination 2026, scheduled to begin on August 21.
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How UPSC Prelims Result Is Prepared
The UPSC Prelims result is prepared based on candidates' performance in General Studies (GS) Paper I.
The Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT), or Paper II, is qualifying in nature. Candidates must secure at least 33 per cent marks in CSAT to be considered for evaluation. The final cut-off is determined using marks obtained in GS Paper I, the number of vacancies available and the overall performance of candidates.
How to Check UPSC Prelims Result 2026
After the result is declared, candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit upsc.gov.in or upsconline.nic.in.
- Click on the "Examinations" section on the homepage.
- Open the "Written Results" tab.
- Click on the link for "UPSC Prelims Result 2026".
- Download the result PDF.
- Use the search option (Ctrl+F) and enter your roll number.
- If your roll number appears in the list, you have qualified for the Main Examination.
Candidates are advised to visit the official website for more updates.
