UPSC Attempt Limit, Age Limit and Previous Vacancy
General, EWS – 6 attempts, OBC – 9, SC and ST – Unlimited (up to age limit) can apply. Talking about the age limit of UPSC CSE 2026, General/EWS – 21–32 years, OBC 21–35 years, SC/ST 21–37 years and PWBD category candidates can apply 21–42 years. Talking about last year’s vacancy, there were 979 vacancies in 2025, 1,056 in 2024 and 1,105 in 2023. Information about new vacancies, qualifications and application dates will be available in the notification.