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UPSC 2026 exam guide

UPSC Civil Services Examination: everything you need to plan your preparation.

UPSC 2026 – Complete Preparation Guide

Welcome to the UPSC 2026 Information Hub by Indian Civils. Find everything you need – syllabus, exam pattern, eligibility, recommended books, strategy, test series, and video courses.

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About UPSC Civil Services Examination

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Civil Services Examination annually to recruit candidates for India’s most prestigious services such as IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, and others. The examination comprises three stages – Prelims, Mains, and Interview.

UPSC 2026 Test Series

Enhance your preparation with expert-designed Test Series for every stage and paper.

General Studies (GS)

Comprehensive coverage of GS 1–4 with sectional and full-length tests.

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Essay Test Series

Practice structured essay writing with expert evaluation and model essays.

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Optionals

Choose from 25 Optional Subjects including Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, and Telugu Literature.

Mathematics

Electrical

Telugu Literature

Video Courses for Popular Optionals

Prepare at your convenience with our high-quality, bilingual (English/Hindi) video lectures by top mentors.

  • Mathematics Optional – Complete coverage for Paper I & II.
  • Electrical Engineering Optional – Conceptual clarity and problem-solving focus.
  • Telugu Literature Optional – Exclusive course for aspirants from Telugu states.
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