UPSC Prelims 2026 under way across India amid tight security
The UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination is taking place across India with over 8 lakh candidates enrolled. The exam is being conducted in two sessions, and strict security measures are in place to ensure fairness. Candidates expressed their hopes for success as they arrived at various examination centers.
- ▪The UPSC CSE Prelims is being held on May 24, 2026, across the country.
- ▪A total of 8,19,372 candidates are competing for approximately 933 positions.
- ▪Tight security measures, including CCTV surveillance and biometric checks, have been implemented at examination centers.
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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is conducting the Civil Services Preliminary Examination (CSE Prelims) across the country on Sunday (May 24, 2026).This year, a total of 8,19,372 candidates have enrolled for UPSC CSE 2026 for approximately 933 positions. 7,763 candidates to appear for UPSC prelims at 17 centres in VisakhapatnamThe preliminary examination for UPSC CSE is being held in two sessions using an offline OMR format. The General Studies Paper I commenced at 9:30 a.m., while the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) Paper II will be conducted in the afternoon.Along with a current photo ID, candidates are required to present a printed version of their e-admit card at their designated examination centre.Tight security arrangements, including CCTV surveillance, jammers and…
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