UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 Name-Wise Qualified Candidates List Released; DAF-I Window Opens on June 19

Last Updated: June 17, 2026

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the name-wise list of candidates who have qualified in the Civil Services Preliminary Examination (CSE) 2026. The list was published on June 17, 2026, following the declaration of the roll number-wise result on June 15, 2026.

The Civil Services Examination is conducted annually for recruitment to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Foreign Service (IFS), and various Central Civil Services. Candidates shortlisted through the Preliminary Examination are eligible to appear for the Civil Services (Main) Examination after completing the required application formalities.

According to the UPSC Press Note on the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026, a total of 13,343 candidates have qualified for admission to the Main Examination against 1,016 vacancies notified for the current recruitment cycle.

UPSC CSE Prelims 2026: Important Dates

Event

Date

Status

Civil Services Preliminary Examination

May 24, 2026

Historical

Roll Number-Wise Result Declaration

June 15, 2026

Confirmed

Name-Wise Result Release

June 17, 2026

Confirmed

DAF-I Submission Starts

June 19, 2026

Confirmed

DAF-I Submission Ends

June 28, 2026

Confirmed

Civil Services (Main) Examination Begins

August 21, 2026

Scheduled

How to Check the Name-Wise Result

The result has been published in PDF format on the UPSC portal. Candidates can access the document without entering login credentials.

The PDF is arranged alphabetically. Aspirants may use the search function (Ctrl+F or equivalent mobile search feature) to locate their name or seven-digit roll number.

Details Available in the Result PDF

Included Information

Not Included

Candidate Name

Individual Marks

Roll Number

Scorecard

Examination Name

Category-wise Cut-off

Qualification Status

Answer Keys

Result Details

Final Merit Ranking

UPSC generally publishes marks, cut-off marks, and answer keys after the completion of the entire examination cycle and declaration of final results.

Examination Statistics

As per the UPSC Press Note released in June 2026, the following figures relate to the Civil Services Examination 2026 recruitment cycle:

Particulars

Figures

Applications Received

Approximately 8,19,732

Candidates Appeared

Around 5.49 lakh

Candidates Qualified for Mains

13,343

Vacancies Notified

1,016

Source: UPSC Press Note – Result of the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026.
Reporting Period: CSE 2026 Recruitment Cycle.
Retrieved: June 17, 2026.

DAF-I Submission Required for Mains Examination

Candidates who have qualified in the Preliminary Examination must submit the Detailed Application Form-I (DAF-I) through the UPSC online portal.

The DAF-I process enables UPSC to collect and verify information that will be used during subsequent stages of the recruitment process, including service preferences, cadre preferences, educational details, and reservation-related claims.

DAF-I Schedule

Activity

Date

Opening of DAF-I Portal

June 19, 2026

Closing of DAF-I Portal

June 28, 2026

Information Candidates May Need to Verify

  • Personal details
  • Educational qualifications
  • Category and reservation claims
  • Service preferences
  • Cadre preferences
  • Benchmark disability details, where applicable
  • Scribe or assistive device requirements

UPSC has indicated that shortlisted candidates should complete the DAF-I submission process within the prescribed timeline, even if no changes are required in their existing information.

Mains Examination Fee

Category

Fee

General/OBC/EWS Candidates

₹200

Female Candidates

Exempted

SC Candidates

Exempted

ST Candidates

Exempted

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)

Exempted

Candidates should refer to the DAF-I instructions and applicable examination rules for any updates regarding fee payment or exemptions.

What Happens Next?

The Civil Services (Main) Examination 2026 is scheduled to commence on August 21, 2026, as per the UPSC Annual Calendar 2026.

The Main Examination is the second stage of the Civil Services Examination process. Candidates who qualify in the Mains are subsequently called for the Personality Test (Interview), which forms the final stage of selection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the name-wise result different from the roll number-wise result?

No. Both results indicate the same qualification status. The name-wise list is published to help candidates search using their names in addition to roll numbers.

Is DAF-I submission mandatory?

Yes. Qualified candidates are required to submit the DAF-I within the notified period to be considered for the Main Examination.

Are marks and cut-off scores available now?

No. UPSC generally releases marks, answer keys, and cut-off details after the entire examination cycle is completed.

Fraud and Safety Advisory

Candidates should use only official UPSC portals for results, notifications, and application-related activities.

  • Never share OTPs, passwords, or login credentials.
  • Avoid unofficial websites or social media pages claiming guaranteed selection.
  • UPSC does not appoint agents for recruitment or examination admission.
  • Verify payment requests through official notifications before making transactions.
  • Exercise caution when sharing personal documents online.

Any suspicious communication should be cross-checked through official UPSC channels.

Official Sources

  • UPSC Press Note: Result of the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026
  • UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Result PDF 2026
  • UPSC Annual Calendar 2026
  • UPSC Online Application Portal Notifications

Editorial Disclaimer

This article is based on information available as of June 17, 2026. Examination schedules, application procedures, fee provisions, and other requirements may be revised through subsequent UPSC notifications. Readers are advised to verify all updates through official UPSC notices and portal announcements. In the event of any discrepancy, official UPSC notifications and communications shall prevail.

Conclusion

The release of the name-wise qualified candidates list marks the completion of the result publication process for the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026. Candidates whose names appear in the list should review the DAF-I schedule and follow official UPSC notifications for further updates related to the Main Examination and subsequent stages of the recruitment process.

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