UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card 2026 Out: Download Admit Card Now

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UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card 2026 Out: Download Admit Card Now

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card 2026 for the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026, covering recruitment to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS).

Candidates who cleared the Preliminary Examination and submitted their Detailed Application Form (DAF) can now download their hall ticket from the official website.

UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card 2026: Overview

UPSC Mains Admit Card 2026 is now available for candidates who have qualified for the Preliminary Examination and are appearing for the Mains Examination, which is scheduled to be held from 21 August 2026.

Candidates can check the following table for key details related to the examination.

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026
Advertisement No.	05/2026
Conducting Body	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Admit Card Release Date	14 August 2026
Mains Exam Dates	21 August – 30 August 2026
Mode of Admit Card	Online (e-Admit Card)
Official Website	upsc.gov.in
Combined Vacancies (IAS + IFS)	1,013

UPSC Mains Admit Card 2026 Download PDF

Candidates can download the UPSC Mains Admit Card 2026 PDF from the official UPSC website. A direct download link is also available on this website.

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UPSC Mains Admit Card 2026: Recruitment Timeline So Far

Prelims Admit Card released: 15 May 2026
Prelims Exam conducted: 24 May 2026
Prelims Answer Key released: 27 May 2026
Prelims Result declared: 15 June 2026
Mains DAF window: 19 June – 29 June 2026
Mains Admit Card released: 14 August 2026
Mains Exam: 21–30 August 2026

Steps to Download UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card 2026

Visit the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in
Click on the “e-Admit Card” link on the homepage.
Select “Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026.”
Enter your Registration ID or Roll Number along with your Date of Birth.
Enter the captcha code and click Submit.
Your e-Admit Card will be displayed on the screen.
Verify all details carefully, then download the PDF.
Take 2–3 printouts to keep as backup for the exam days.

UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card 2026: Details Mentioned

Candidate’s name
Roll number
Photograph
Exam centre name
Complete address
Reporting time
Shift timings for each paper
Exam-day instructions
Prohibited items list

Report any discrepancy in your admit card details to UPSC promptly through the contact information listed on the Commission’s website.

Documents to Carry to the Exam Centre

Printed copy of the UPSC Mains e-Admit Card
A valid original photo ID proof (same as used during registration)
Any additional document specifically mentioned on the admit card

UPSC IAS Mains Admit Card 2026: Exam Day Guidelines

Reach the exam centre well ahead of the reporting time given on the admit card.
Mobile phones and other electronic/communication devices are strictly prohibited in the exam hall.
Follow all seating and conduct instructions issued by the invigilators.
The Mains exam consists of multiple descriptive papers spread across the notified dates (21–30 August 2026), so candidates should check their specific paper-wise schedule and shift timing on the admit card.