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Selection Process
As per UPSC 2025 Notification, View Copy
UPSC Selection Process 2026.
The UPSC Selection Process 2026 involves three-stages which are discussed below:
- UPSC Prelims Exam 2026 - marks are not counted in final merit.
- UPSC Mains Exam 2026 - evaluated across descriptive papers.
- UPSC Interview 2026 - final stage.
- Marking-combined (Mains + Interview).
- Merit List-based on aggregate marks and category reservation.
- Candidates must clear each stage to be considered for final selection. Prelims eligibility cutoff – Mains – Interview – Final Merit.
