The UPSC Calendar 2027 is an official document released annually by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). It provides a complete schedule of all examinations conducted by UPSC, including important dates such as notification release, application deadlines, and examination timelines.
The calendar covers major examinations like Civil Services Examination (CSE), Indian Forest Service (IFS), Engineering Services (ESE), Combined Defence Services (CDS), National Defence Academy (NDA), Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF), and others. Each of these exams is briefly outlined along with its schedule in the calendar.
As per the official release, the UPSC Calendar 2027 was published on 20th May 2026. Candidates can download the official UPSC Annual Calendar 2027 PDF from the UPSC website or through the direct link provided in this article.
According to the UPSC Calendar 2027, the Civil Services Preliminary Examination is scheduled to be held on 23rd May 2027 (Sunday). Candidates who qualify in the prelims will appear for the Civil Services Main Examination, which is scheduled to commence from 20th August 2027 (Friday) and will be conducted over a span of five days.
The calendar also includes schedules for other examinations such as Combined Geo-Scientist, NDA, CDS, IES/ISS, and more. Candidates are advised to refer to the official UPSC Annual Calendar 2027 PDF for detailed information and updates.
| Exam Name | Event | Date / Details |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Services (Prelims) 2027 | Exam Date | 23rd May 2027 (Sunday) |
| Notification Release | 13th January 2027 | |
| Last Date to Apply | 02 February 2027 | |
| Civil Services (Main) 2027 | Exam Start Date | 20th August 2027 (Friday) |
| Duration | 5 Days | |
| Indian Forest Service (Prelims) | Details | Through Civil Services (Prelims) |
| Indian Forest Service (Main) 2027 | Exam Start Date | 21st November 2027 |
| NDA & CDS (I & II) | Exam Months | April & September 2027 |
| CAPF (Assistant Commandants) | Exam Date | 04th July 2027 |
Candidates can refer to the UPSC Calendar 2027 for key dates, including notifications, application deadlines, and exam schedules. This helps aspirants plan their preparation effectively as per the official timeline.
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