UPSC Prelims Result 2026 Declared: 13,343 Candidates Qualify for UPSC Mains

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the UPSC Prelims Result 2026 on 15 June 2026. The candidates who have appeared in Civil Services Preliminary Examination can now check their qualifying status through official UPSC Result PDF available on the commission’s website.

Lakhs of aspirants take the UPSC Civil Services Examination every year with a dream to become IAS, IPS, IFS and other civil servants. The UPSC Prelims Result 2026 is an important step in this journey as only those who qualify will be eligible to appear for the UPSC Mains Examination 2026. 

UPSC Prelims Result 2026 Released – Latest Updates

The Union Public Service Commission declared the UPSC Prelims Result 2026 on 15 June 2026. Candidates can download the result PDF from the official UPSC website and check their roll numbers.

The result has been declared roll number wise. The PDF carries roll numbers of candidates who have been selected for the next phase of Civil Services Examination i.e. UPSC Mains 2026. 

UPSC Prelims Result 2026 PDF Download Link

Candidates can download the UPSC Prelims Result 2026 PDF through the official UPSC website. The PDF contains the roll numbers of all shortlisted candidates.

Click Here to Download UPSC Prelims Result 2026 PDF

How to Download UPSC Result PDF 2026

Follow these simple steps:

1. Visit the official UPSC website - www.upsc.gov.in
2. Open the "What's New" section.
3. Click on "UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination Result 2026."
4. Open the PDF file.
5. Download and save the result for future reference.

Steps to Check Roll Number in UPSC Result PDF

Once you download the PDF:

1. Open the result file.
2. Press Ctrl + F on your keyboard.
3. Enter your roll number.
4. Click search.
5. If your roll number appears in the list, you have qualified for UPSC Mains 2026.

This method helps candidates find their result quickly without scrolling through the entire PDF.

Official Websites to Check UPSC Result

Candidates should always use official sources to check UPSC results:

• upsc.gov.in
• upsconline.gov.in

Avoid checking important updates through unofficial websites because incorrect information can create confusion.

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UPSC Prelims 2026 Result Statistics

Number of Candidates Appeared in UPSC Prelims 2026

A huge turnout of aspirants from across India was witnessed in the UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026. More than 8.19 lakh candidates registered for the exam and around 5.49 lakh candidates appeared in the Prelims examination.

This shows the increasing popularity and competition for the UPSC Civil Services Examination among the graduates aspiring to get into the prestigious services like IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS. 

Number of Candidates Selected for UPSC Mains 2026

According to the UPSC Prelims Result 2026 released on 15 June 2026, a total of 13,343 candidates have qualified for the UPSC Mains Examination 2026.

Only a small percentage of candidates successfully clear the Preliminary stage each year, making it one of the toughest competitive exams in India.

Candidates who have qualified should now focus on DAF submission, answer writing practice, General Studies revision, and optional subject preparation for UPSC Mains 2026.

What After UPSC Prelims Result 2026?

Qualifying UPSC Prelims is only the first stage of the selection process.

Candidates who have cleared the examination should immediately start preparing for UPSC Mains 2026.

Important steps after the result include:

1. Complete the Detailed Application Form (DAF).
2. Keep educational and category documents ready.
3. Start daily answer writing practice.
4. Revise General Studies subjects.
5. Prepare for the Essay paper.
6. Strengthen your optional subject.
7. Follow current affairs consistently.