[Result] UPSC Prelims 2026 Results Released- Download and Check your Results Now

The much awaited UPSC Prelims 2026 Result has been released by the commission. We are attaching the PDFs of the result of CSE Prelims 2026 and IFoS Prelims 2026.

Along with UPSC CSE Result, the result of IFoS has also been released, download the UPSC IFoS Prelims result 2026 PDF, using the link given below:

Civil Services Prelims Exam was conducted on 24th May 2026, in 2 sessions, in the Morning and in the evening.

UPSC CSE Prelims Exam 2026 Pattern

For those, who have not appeared in the UPSC Exam and wondering, what is the pattern of UPSC Prelims Exam. Following is the pattern.

The UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination consists of two papers, both of which are compulsory. The exam serves as a screening test and the marks obtained in the Preliminary Examination are not counted for determining the final merit. Here is a detailed explanation of the pattern:

General Studies Paper-I (GS-I)

• Total Marks: 200
• Number of Questions: 100
• Type of Questions: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
• Duration: 2 hours
• Subjects Covered:
  • Current events of national and international importance.
  • History of India and Indian National Movement.
  • Indian and World Geography – Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and the World.
  • Indian Polity and Governance – Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.
  • Economic and Social Development – Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector Initiatives, etc.
  • General issues on Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity, and Climate Change – that do not require subject specialization.
  • General Science.

General Studies Paper-II (CSAT)

• Total Marks: 200
• Number of Questions: 80
• Type of Questions: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
• Duration: 2 hours
• Subjects Covered:
  • Comprehension.
  • Interpersonal skills including communication skills.
  • Logical reasoning and analytical ability.
  • Decision-making and problem-solving.
  • General mental ability.
  • Basic numeracy (numbers and their relations, orders of magnitude, etc.) (Class X level).
  • Data interpretation (charts, graphs, tables, data sufficiency, etc.) (Class X level).

Key Points to Note

• Negative Marking: There is a penalty for wrong answers in both papers. One-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as a penalty.
• Qualifying Paper: Paper-II (CSAT) is of qualifying nature and candidates need to score a minimum of 33% (66 marks) to qualify.
• Merit Ranking: The merit ranking in the Preliminary Examination is based on the marks obtained in GS Paper-I alone, provided the candidate has qualified in GS Paper-II.

What after UPSC Prelims Results 2026?

After the UPSC Prelims 2026 Results, we will have the majority of the candidates who were not able to clear the examination this year. We would suggest to keep patience, take a break of few days to regain the mental strength and analyze your mistakes i.e. the things that not worked for you. You need to start working on getting stronger in your strong areas and improving where you are lagging.

For the Candidates, who have their roll numbers in the UPSC Prelims Results 2026 PDF, don’t let the success of 1st stage get to your head. Start your preparation for next stage, as soon as possible. Start revising the subjects and the answer writing practice. Very soon, DAF 1 will be released.

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