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UPSC Exam Calendar 2027: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC Exam Calendar 2027, bringing major relief to lakhs of aspirants preparing for Civil Services and other competitive examinations. With the release of the annual examination schedule, candidates now have a clear roadmap for important examinations, including Civil Services, NDA, CDS, CAPF, Engineering Services, and Indian Forest Services.
The newly released calendar provides complete details regarding notification dates, application deadlines, and examination schedules for multiple UPSC examinations. According to the official notification, the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2027 is scheduled to be held on 23 May 2027, while the Civil Services Main Examination 2027 will begin on 20 August 2027.
UPSC Civil Services Examination 2027 Important Dates
The Civil Services Examination, commonly referred to as the IAS examination, remains one of the most competitive exams in India.
Important dates for UPSC CSE 2027:
- Notification Release Date: 13 January 2027
- Last Date for Applications: 2 February 2027
- Preliminary Examination Date: 23 May 2027
- Main Examination Start Date: 20 August 2027
- Duration of Main Examination: 5 Days
Complete Timeline for UPSC Civil Services 2027
Candidates planning for UPSC 2027 now have a clear preparation window after the release of the official calendar.
The preliminary examination will be conducted in a single-day format, while the Mains examination will continue for five days according to the official schedule.
The released dates indicate that aspirants now have sufficient time to create a proper study strategy and revision plan for each stage of the examination.
Other Major UPSC Examinations in 2027
Apart from the Civil Services, UPSC has also announced schedules for several important examinations.
NDA & NA Examination (I) 2027
- Notification: 2 December 2026
- Exam Date: 11 April 2027
CAPF (Assistant Commandant) Examination 2027
- Notification: 17 February 2027
- Last Date: 9 March 2027
- Exam Date: 4 July 2027
Combined Medical Services Examination 2027
- Exam Date: 18 July 2027
Indian Forest Service Main Examination 2027
- Exam Date: 21 November 2027
Why the UPSC Calendar Matters
The annual UPSC calendar helps aspirants organize their preparation strategy in advance. Candidates can plan:
- Subject completion schedule
- Revision timeline
- Mock tests
- Previous year question practice
- Application and documentation work
With fixed dates already announced, candidates can now create a structured roadmap rather than preparing without a timeline.
Complete UPSC Exam Calendar 2027 List (As Per Official Notice)
The official UPSC calendar for 2027 includes notification dates, application deadlines, and exam dates for all major examinations.
| Sl. No. | Examination Name | Notification Date | Last Date to Apply | Exam Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination | — | — | 09 Jan 2027 | 2 Days |
| 2 | Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) Exam 2027 | 02 Sep 2026 | 22 Sep 2026 | 10 Jan 2027 | 1 Day |
| 3 | Engineering Services (Preliminary) Exam 2027 | 16 Sep 2026 | 06 Oct 2026 | 31 Jan 2027 | 1 Day |
| 4 | CBI (DSP) LDCE | 16 Dec 2026 | 05 Jan 2027 | 27 Feb 2027 | 2 Days |
| 5 | Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination | — | — | 13 Mar 2027 | 2 Days |
| 6 | CISF AC (EXE) LDCE 2027 | 25 Nov 2026 | 15 Dec 2026 | 14 Mar 2027 | 1 Day |
| 7 | NDA & NA Examination (I), 2027 | 02 Dec 2026 | 22 Dec 2026 | 11 Apr 2027 | 1 Day |
| 8 | CDS Examination (I), 2027 | 02 Dec 2026 | 22 Dec 2026 | 11 Apr 2027 | 1 Day |
| 9 | Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2027 | 13 Jan 2027 | 02 Feb 2027 | 23 May 2027 | 1 Day |
| 10 | Indian Forest Service (Preliminary) through CS(P) 2027 | 13 Jan 2027 | 02 Feb 2027 | 23 May 2027 | 1 Day |
| 11 | Reserved for UPSC Examination | — | — | 05 Jun 2027 | 2 Days |
| 12 | Engineering Services (Main) Exam 2027 | — | — | 18 Jun 2027 | 1 Day |
| 13 | IES/ISS Examination 2027 | 10 Feb 2027 | 02 Mar 2027 | 18 Jun 2027 | 3 Days |
| 14 | Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) Exam 2027 | — | — | 19 Jun 2027 | 2 Days |
| 15 | Central Armed Police Forces (ACs) Exam 2027 | 17 Feb 2027 | 09 Mar 2027 | 04 Jul 2027 | 1 Day |
| 16 | Combined Medical Services Exam 2027 | 03 Mar 2027 | 23 Mar 2027 | 18 Jul 2027 | 1 Day |
| 17 | Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination | — | — | 31 Jul 2027 | 2 Days |
| 18 | Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination | — | — | 07 Aug 2027 | 2 Days |
| 19 | Civil Services (Main) Examination 2027 | — | — | 20 Aug 2027 | 5 Days |
| 20 | NDA & NA Examination (II), 2027 | 12 May 2027 | 01 Jun 2027 | 19 Sep 2027 | 1 Day |
| 21 | CDS Examination (II), 2027 | 12 May 2027 | 01 Jun 2027 | 19 Sep 2027 | 1 Day |
| 22 | Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination | — | — | 25 Sep 2027 | 2 Days |
| 23 | Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination | — | — | 16 Oct 2027 | 2 Days |
| 24 | Reserved for UPSC Examination | — | — | 23 Oct 2027 | 2 Days |
| 25 | Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2027 | — | — | 21 Nov 2027 | 7 Days |
| 26 | Reserved for UPSC RT/Examination | — | — | 04 Dec 2027 | 2 Days |
| 27 | S.O./Steno (GD-B/GD-I) LDCE | 15 Sep 2027 | 05 Oct 2027 | 18 Dec 2027 | 2 Days |
Official note: Examination dates may change if circumstances require modifications.
Important Note for Candidates
UPSC has also mentioned that examination dates may be altered if circumstances require changes. However, major UPSC examination dates generally remain unchanged unless exceptional situations arise.
The release of the UPSC Exam Calendar 2027 has provided clarity for aspirants preparing for one of India’s toughest examinations. Candidates targeting UPSC Civil Services 2027 should now begin serious preparation and build a consistent study schedule according to the official timeline.
With the prelims scheduled for 23 May 2027, the countdown for UPSC 2027 preparation has officially begun.
