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Sanjana Surbhi
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New Delhi, Updated on Oct 13, 2025 14:59 IST

UPSC ESE (IES) application process will be closing on October 16, 2025. Candidates must fill out UPSC IES application form 2025 online at official website upsc.gov.in.

UPSE IES Application Form 2025

UPSE IES Application Form 2025

Union Public Service Commission is accepting UPSC IES 2026 application form till October 16. Candidates can fill out ESE (IES) application form online up to 6 PM. They can fill out IES application form on official website only. Female or SC or ST or PwBD candidates do not have to pay any fee where all others have to pay INR 200.

It is likely that, when application window closes, IES 2026 correction facility link will be activated for the candidates. As of now, dates to make changes in IES application form has not been announced. They must keep in mind that UPSC One-Time Registration details cannot be changed.

UPSC IES 2026 Last Date to Apply: Steps to fill Application Form?

Go through these steps below to know how to complete ESE application online:

  • Go to official website upsconline.nic.in
  • Create account and generate Universal Registration Number (URN) Also, provide details of one valid Photo ID (Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN/Passport/Driving Licence/any other government-issued ID) while generating URN
  • Fill Common Application Form (CAF). If completed first three parts earlier, proceed to Part 4 (Exam-specific form)
  • Enter detailed information and upload scanned documents
  • Review and submit online form

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Q:   What is the last date to apply for the UPSC ESE (IES) 2026 exam?
A:

The last date to apply for the IES 2026 exam is October 16, 2025. The Union Public Service Commission released the UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 notification on September 26, 2025. With the release of official notification, the Commission also activated the IES 2026 applications. 

The UPSC will conduct the IES 2026 prelims exam on February 8, 2026 at the designated exam centres.

Q:   Is the UPSC IES 2026 application process started?
A:

The authority activated the UPSC IES 2026 application apply link on the official website at upsconline.nic.in. Candidates can apply via direct link provided on this page as well.

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