UPSC परीक्षा कैलेंडर 2027 जारी: सिविल सेवा, NDA, CDS, इंजीनियरिंग सेवा और अन्य परीक्षाओं का पूरा शेड्यूल
UPSC Examination Calendar 2027 Released: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially published the Programme of Examinations and Recruitment Tests (RTs) for the year 2027. The examination calendar provides the complete schedule of major national-level recruitment examinations including Civil Services (IAS), Indian Forest Service (IFS), NDA, CDS, Engineering Services, CAPF, Combined Medical Services, Geo-Scientist, IES/ISS and several Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations (LDCEs).
The calendar is an important planning document for lakhs of aspirants preparing for prestigious Central Government services. Candidates can now prepare their study plans well in advance according to the notification and examination schedule announced by UPSC.
UPSC Examination Calendar 2027 Highlights
- Recruitment Agency: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Calendar: Programme of Examinations / Recruitment Tests 2027
- Status: Official Tentative Calendar Released
- Calendar Updated On: 20 May 2026
- Includes: Civil Services, NDA, CDS, Engineering Services, CAPF, CMS, Indian Forest Service, Geo-Scientist, IES/ISS and other examinations.
Major UPSC Examination Schedule 2027
| Examination | Notification | Last Date | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined Geo-Scientist (Preliminary) | 02 September 2026 | 22 September 2026 | 10 January 2027 |
| Engineering Services (Preliminary) | 16 September 2026 | 06 October 2026 | 31 January 2027 |
| CBI (DSP) LDCE | 16 December 2026 | 05 January 2027 | 27 February 2027 |
| CISF Assistant Commandant (Executive) LDCE | 25 November 2026 | 15 December 2026 | 14 March 2027 |
| NDA & NA Examination (I) | 02 December 2026 | 22 December 2026 | 11 April 2027 |
| CDS Examination (I) | 02 December 2026 | 22 December 2026 | 11 April 2027 |
| Civil Services Preliminary Examination (IAS Prelims) | 13 January 2027 | 02 February 2027 | 23 May 2027 |
| Indian Forest Service (Preliminary) | Through Civil Services Preliminary Examination | 02 February 2027 | 23 May 2027 |
| Engineering Services (Main) | – | – | 18 June 2027 |
| IES / ISS Examination | 10 February 2027 | 02 March 2027 | 18 June 2027 |
| Combined Geo-Scientist (Main) | – | – | 19 June 2027 |
| CAPF (Assistant Commandants) | 17 February 2027 | 09 March 2027 | 04 July 2027 |
| Combined Medical Services (CMS) | 03 March 2027 | 23 March 2027 | 18 July 2027 |
| Civil Services Main Examination | – | – | 20 August 2027 (5 Days) |
| NDA & NA Examination (II) | 12 May 2027 | 01 June 2027 | 19 September 2027 |
| CDS Examination (II) | 12 May 2027 | 01 June 2027 | 19 September 2027 |
| Indian Forest Service (Main) | – | – | 21 November 2027 |
| S.O./Steno (GD-B/GD-I) LDCE | 15 September 2027 | 05 October 2027 | 18 December 2027 |
Most Popular UPSC Examinations Explained
Civil Services Examination (CSE)
The Civil Services Examination is India’s most prestigious competitive examination. It is conducted in three stages:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective)
- Main Examination (Descriptive)
- Personality Test (Interview)
Successful candidates are recruited to services such as:
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Indian Police Service (IPS)
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
- Indian Revenue Service (IRS)
- Indian Audit & Accounts Service
- Indian Railway Management Service
- Several other Group ‘A’ & Group ‘B’ Central Services
National Defence Academy (NDA)
The NDA examination is conducted twice every year for admission to the Army, Navy and Air Force wings of the National Defence Academy. Candidates who have completed Class 12 can apply for this examination.
Combined Defence Services (CDS)
Graduates aspiring to join the Indian Military Academy, Indian Naval Academy, Air Force Academy and Officers Training Academy can appear for the CDS Examination.
Engineering Services Examination (ESE)
Engineering graduates from Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics disciplines can join prestigious technical services under the Government of India through the Engineering Services Examination.
Combined Medical Services (CMS)
The CMS Examination recruits qualified medical graduates for various Central Government medical services including Railways, Municipal Corporations and Central Health Services.
CAPF Assistant Commandant Examination
Candidates selected through this examination become Assistant Commandants in:
- BSF
- CRPF
- CISF
- ITBP
- SSB
Preparation Strategy for UPSC 2027
1. Follow the Official Calendar
Plan your preparation according to the official notification and examination schedule released by UPSC.
2. Build Strong Fundamentals
Read NCERT books first before moving to advanced reference books.
3. Read Newspapers Daily
Current Affairs play a major role in almost every UPSC examination.
4. Solve Previous Year Papers
Understanding previous year question papers helps candidates identify important topics and the examination pattern.
5. Practice Answer Writing
For Civil Services Main Examination, descriptive answer writing practice is essential.
Important Points for Candidates
- Notification dates and examination dates are tentative.
- Candidates should verify all details through the official UPSC notification.
- Application should be submitted before the last date.
- Keep all educational certificates and documents ready before registration.
- Regularly visit the UPSC website for updates regarding syllabus, admit cards and examination notices.
Examinations Reserved by UPSC
The calendar also includes several dates marked as “Reserved for UPSC Examination/Recruitment Test”. These slots are kept for future examinations or recruitment tests that may be announced later depending on administrative requirements. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Final Words
The UPSC Examination Calendar 2027 provides a comprehensive roadmap for aspirants aiming for India’s top government services. Whether you are preparing for IAS, IPS, IFS, NDA, CDS, Engineering Services, CAPF or Medical Services, early preparation based on the official calendar can significantly improve your chances of success. Candidates are advised to bookmark the examination schedule, monitor official notifications and maintain a disciplined study plan throughout the year.
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