UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Exam Results Awaited by 5.49 Lakh Candidates

Approximately 5.49 lakh candidates are eagerly waiting for the results of the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination held on May 24. The UPSC is expected to announce the results soon, along with the cut-off list and names of the toppers. This article provides detailed steps on how candidates can download their results once they are released, as well as information on the total vacancies available through this examination. Stay tuned for updates on this important announcement.

By Ambika Singh Jun 13, 2026, 15:36 IST

UPSC Civil Services Examination Results Update

Around 549,000 candidates who participated in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination are currently anticipating the results of the preliminary exam. This examination took place on May 24 in two shifts, with a total score of 400 marks. Following the exam, the UPSC provided a provisional answer key on May 28 to assist candidates in evaluating their answers. Reports suggest that the results may be announced shortly. The results will also include the cut-off scores and the names of the top performers.

**Steps to Access Preliminary Exam Results**

The UPSC is expected to publish the preliminary exam results soon. Candidates can check and download their results by following these steps:

1. Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.

2. Click on the 'What’s New' section on the homepage.

3. Select the link labeled 'UPSC CSE Prelims Result 2026'.

4. The result PDF will appear on your screen.

5. Print the result for your records.

**Total Vacancies Announced**

As per the official notification from UPSC, a total of 933 candidates will be selected through this examination. The exam was conducted on May 24 at various locations across the country, divided into two shifts: the first from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM and the second from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM.