New Delhi: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the result of the Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026, shortlisting 2,526 candidates for the next stage of the recruitment process – the Personality Test (Interview).
The result was announced on November 5, 2026, and is available on the Commission’s official website, upsc.gov.in. Shailesh Udesangbhai Parmar has secured the first position in the list of candidates who have qualified for the interview stage.
The Civil Services (Main) Examination was conducted by the UPSC from August 21 to August 30, 2026. Candidates who have cleared the written examination will now appear for the Personality Test for selection to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and other Central Services under Group A and Group B.
It is important to note that the names and roll numbers in the result indicate qualification for the interview stage. The final merit list and service allocation will be determined after the Personality Tests and completion of the selection process.
UPSC CSE Mains Result 2026: Top 10 Candidates
Shailesh Udesangbhai Parmar has topped the list of candidates shortlisted for the Personality Test. The top 10 candidates, along with their roll numbers as mentioned in the result, are:
- Shailesh Udesangbhai Parmar – 0100823
- Shubham Shandilya – 0101056
- Patel Ayush Manishbhai – 0101653
- Adarsh Abhaynath Pathak – 0101807
- Desai Priyanka Sagarbhai – 0101878
- Charel Suryax Manishkumar – 0101918
- Rathod Milan – 0102187
- Ravish Raj – 0102425
- Nikhil Jain – 0102621
- Tilak Dangi – 0103394
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These candidates are among the 2,526 individuals who have qualified for the Personality Test. Their position in this list should not be treated as their final rank in the Civil Services Examination 2026.
UPSC CSE Mains – 2026 Result PDF Link is Given Below –
Download Roll Number-Wise Result PDF
UPSC Interview 2026: What Happens Next?
With the declaration of the Mains result, the shortlisted candidates will move to the final stage of the Civil Services Examination. The Personality Tests will be conducted at the UPSC office at Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi.
The Commission has stated that the interview dates will be announced in due course. Candidates will be able to download their e-Summon Letters from the UPSC website and the online application portal at upsconline.nic.in.
UPSC has also clarified that no paper or physical Summon Letters will be issued. Candidates who face difficulty downloading their e-Summon Letters have been advised to contact the Commission immediately.
They can reach the Commission through the following channels:
- Telephone: 011-40303444 / 011-24041001
- Email: [email protected]
The Commission has further stated that requests for changes in the date and time of the Personality Test will ordinarily not be entertained.
DAF-II and Online Application Updates: November 11 to 25
Candidates who have qualified for the Personality Test must fill in or update the required details in their online application forms. The facility will be available on the UPSC online portal from November 11 to November 25, 2026, until 6:00 PM.
Candidates must carefully verify the information already submitted and update all applicable fields. These include correspondence and permanent postal addresses, higher educational qualifications, achievements in different fields, employment details and service experience, marital status, parental details, earlier examination and attempt information, and details of services allocated through previous Civil Services Examinations.
Candidates must also update applicable reservation-related information, including OBC/EWS annexures, PwBD recommendation details, service preferences, home cadre preferences, debarment information, socio-economic questionnaire responses and details concerning disclosure on the Pratibha Setu Portal.
The Commission has specifically clarified that candidates who have already uploaded all required information and do not have anything further to update must also log in, verify their details and finally submit the application form.
After successful submission, a unique reference number will be generated and sent to the candidate’s registered email ID and mobile number through email and SMS.
Failure to complete the online submission within the prescribed period may result in the candidate not receiving an e-Summon Letter. UPSC has stated that no correspondence will be entertained in this regard after the deadline.
Special Instructions for Candidates Whose Educational Qualifications Were Pending
Candidates who had indicated their educational qualification status as ‘appearing’ at the time of the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 and have now qualified for the Personality Test must complete an additional mandatory requirement.
They must update the relevant educational qualification fields, including their status as appearing or appeared, provide proof of passing the requisite qualifying examination and upload the supporting document.
The Commission has warned that failure to complete this requirement will lead to cancellation of candidature. No e-Summon Letter will be issued to such candidates, and no correspondence will be entertained in this regard.
Candidates are therefore advised to ensure that all educational qualification details and supporting documents are correctly submitted within the prescribed timeline.
Original Certificates Must Be Produced at the Interview
The UPSC has clarified that the candidature of all shortlisted candidates is provisional and subject to verification of their eligibility in all respects.
Candidates will be required to produce original certificates and supporting documents at the time of the Personality Test. These include documents relating to age, educational qualifications, community and reservation claims, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) status, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and other applicable eligibility requirements.
Candidates claiming benefits or relaxations under SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and other applicable categories must ensure that their certificates meet the prescribed conditions.
The Commission has specifically stated that the relevant original certificates must have been issued on or before the closing date of the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026 application, which was February 27, 2026.
Candidates have also been advised to keep their original documents, including the required TA Form and other supporting records, ready for verification during the interview.
Attestation Form to Be Submitted Online Through DoPT Portal
Apart from updating their UPSC application forms, all candidates who have qualified for the Personality Test must also fill out and submit the Attestation Form online.
The form will be made available on the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) website from the commencement of the Personality Tests until the conclusion of the interview process.
Candidates will be required to access the form through the DoPT CSE Plus portal and complete the submission within the prescribed period.
For queries or clarification regarding the Attestation Form, candidates can contact DoPT through the following email addresses and telephone numbers:
- Email: [email protected] and [email protected]
- Telephone: 011-24010454 / 011-24010413
How to Check UPSC CSE Mains Result 2026?
Candidates can check their results by visiting the official UPSC website. The result has been published in PDF format containing the roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for the Personality Test.
The steps to check the result are as follows:
- Visit the official UPSC website at https://www.upsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Examinations section and select Written Results, or look for the result notification under the ‘What’s New’ section.
- Click on the link titled Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2026.
- Open the result PDF and search for your roll number using the search function.
- Download and save the PDF for future reference.
Candidates are advised to check the Commission’s website regularly for updates regarding the interview schedule, e-Summon Letters and other instructions.
When Will UPSC CSE 2026 Marksheets Be Released?
The UPSC has clarified that the marksheets of all candidates will be uploaded to the Commission’s website within 15 days from the publication of the final result, after the Personality Tests have been conducted.
The marksheets will remain available on the website for a period of 30 days.
This means that candidates will receive their individual marks details only after the final result is declared, rather than immediately after the Mains result. The official category-wise cut-off marks and individual score details should also be checked through the Commission’s subsequent result-related notifications.
2,526 Candidates Move to the Final Stage of UPSC CSE 2026
With 2,526 candidates qualifying in the Mains examination, the Civil Services Examination 2026 has entered its final stage. The upcoming Personality Tests will assess the shortlisted candidates before the Commission prepares the final merit list.
For now, candidates must focus on completing the online application requirements between November 11 and November 25, keeping their original certificates ready and regularly checking the UPSC website for the interview schedule and e-Summon Letters.
