UPSC CSE Prelims Result 2026: How to Check and Download Rank-Wise List
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially declared the Civil Services Examination (CSE) Prelims Result 2026. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now check their results on the official website upsconline.nic.in. The commission has also released the rank-wise name list in PDF format, which includes the roll numbers and names of qualified candidates.
How to Download UPSC CSE Prelims Result 2026
Follow these simple steps to access your result:
- Visit the official UPSC website at upsconline.nic.in.
- Click on the link titled 'UPSC CSE Prelims Result 2026' on the homepage.
- Enter your registration number and date of birth in the required fields.
- Click on the Submit button to view your result.
- Download the result page and take a printout for future reference.
Additionally, candidates can download the rank-wise name list PDF directly from the website. The PDF contains the roll numbers of all candidates who have cleared the prelims, along with their category-wise cut-off marks.
Details Mentioned in the Result
The UPSC CSE Prelims Result 2026 includes the following details:
- Candidate's name and roll number
- Category (General, OBC, SC, ST, etc.)
- Marks obtained in Paper 1 and Paper 2
- Qualifying status
UPSC CSE Prelims Cut-Off Marks 2026
The cut-off marks for the UPSC CSE Prelims 2026 vary by category. The minimum qualifying marks for the General category are expected to be around 98-102 out of 200. For OBC, the cut-off is likely to be 95-98, while for SC and ST, it may be 88-92 and 82-86, respectively. The exact cut-off marks will be published along with the result.
What Next After Clearing Prelims?
Candidates who have cleared the Prelims are eligible to appear for the UPSC CSE Mains Exam 2026. The Mains exam is scheduled for September 2026. Detailed information regarding the Mains exam schedule, admit card, and syllabus will be available on the UPSC website shortly. Successful candidates should start preparing for the Mains exam, which consists of nine papers, including essay, general studies, and optional subjects.
For any queries related to the result, candidates can contact the UPSC helpline or visit the official website for updates.
