What’s new in UPSC CSE 2026? No second chance for serving IAS, IFS officers; stricter rules for IPS, Group A candidate

The Union Public Service Commission has tightened rules for the Civil Services Examination 2026. Serving IAS and IFS officers cannot reappear. IPS officers can only compete for other services. A one-time improvement chance is available for those allocated in 2026 or earlier. Resignation is mandatory for further attempts after this window.

What’s new in UPSC CSE 2026? No second chance for serving IAS, IFS officers; stricter rules for IPS, Group A candidate
The Union Public Service Commission has tightened rules for the Civil Services Examination 2026. Serving IAS and IFS officers cannot reappear. IPS officers can only compete for other services. A one-time improvement chance is available for those allocated in 2026 or earlier. Resignation is mandatory for further attempts after this window.