UPSC CSE Mains Result 2026: The UPSC announced the results for the 2026 Main Examination on November 5. Candidates who appeared for the examination, held on August 21, 22, 23, 29, and 30, 2026, can now check whether they have qualified for the personality test (interview) stage. Against a total of 1,016 vacancies, 2,526 candidates have been shortlisted for the interview.
UPSC CSE 2026 Mains Exam Result: Expected Timeline and Key Details
Detail | Information |
Mains exam dates | August 21 to August 30, 2026 |
Prelims result | Declared in June 2026 |
Candidates qualified for Mains | 13,343 |
Mains result window | November 5 , 2026 |
Mains Official Result status | OUT |
Result website | upsc.gov.in |
Next stage | Personality Test (275 marks) |
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UPSC CSE Mains Result 2026: How to Check Qualifying Status?
1. Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
2. Navigate to the 'What's New' section or the 'Written Results' section on the homepage.
3. Look for the link titled 'Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 Written Result'.
4. Click on the result notification to open the PDF.
5. Use the Ctrl + F keyboard shortcut to open the search function.
6. Enter your UPSC roll number in the search box.
7. Check whether your roll number appears in the list of qualified candidates.
8. Download the result PDF and save a copy for future reference.
UPSC Mains 2026 Result Qualifying Candidates PDF Direct Link
UPSC Mains 2026 Result: Name-Wise Qualifying List PDF Direct Link
What Happens After the CSE Mains 2026 Result?
The candidates who have their roll number mentioned in the PDF will be called for the Personality Test, which is the last step of the exam.
It tests intellectual qualities, rational thinking, judgment, awareness, leadership, and general suitability for public service. In addition to that, the candidates who clear the exam also need to take care of the DAF formalities.