For aspirants targeting government jobs in 2026, the UPSC and GATE schedules are already confirmed, while SSC and Banking calendars are expected to be released in early 2026 (January–February).
Full Detailed chart for exams 2026
1. UPSC Exam Calendar 2026 (Official)
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released its annual calendar. These dates are fixed.
| Exam Name | Notification Date | Exam Date |
| Engineering Services (Prelims) | Sep 17, 2025 | Feb 08, 2026 |
| Combined Geo-Scientist (Prelims) | Sep 03, 2025 | Feb 08, 2026 |
| NDA & NA (I) 2026 | Dec 10, 2025 | Apr 12, 2026 |
| CDS Examination (I) 2026 | Dec 10, 2025 | Apr 12, 2026 |
| Civil Services (IAS) Prelims | Jan 14, 2026 | May 24, 2026 |
| Indian Forest Service (Prelims) | Jan 14, 2026 | May 24, 2026 |
| Combined Medical Services | Mar 11, 2026 | Aug 02, 2026 |
| CAPF (Assistant Commandants) | Feb 18, 2026 | Jul 19, 2026 |
| Civil Services (Mains) | — | Aug 21, 2026 |
| NDA & NA (II) 2026 | May 20, 2026 | Sep 13, 2026 |
| CDS Examination (II) 2026 | May 20, 2026 | Sep 13, 2026 |
2. GATE 2026 (Confirmed)
Important for PSU recruitments (IOCL, ONGC, NTPC, etc.) and higher education.
Organizing Institute: IIT Guwahati
Exam Dates: February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026
Result Date: March 19, 2026
3. Banking Exams (Tentative / Expected)
The IBPS Calendar for 2026-27 is expected to be released in January 2026. Based on annual trends, the schedule is likely to be:
IBPS RRB (PO & Clerk): Prelims usually in August 2026.
IBPS Clerk: Prelims expected in August/September 2026.
IBPS PO: Prelims expected in October 2026.
SBI Clerk/PO: SBI notification dates vary, but exams generally occur between September and December.
4. SSC Exams 2026 (Expected)
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) calendar is typically released a few months prior to the cycle. You can expect the SSC 2026-27 Calendar around early-to-mid 2026.
SSC CGL 2026: Notification likely in April 2026; Tier-1 Exam approx. June/July 2026.
SSC CHSL 2026: Usually follows the CGL cycle.
SSC GD Constable: Watch for notifications as this is a high-vacancy exam.
5. Other Major Opportunities
RBI Grade B 2026: Notification expected mid-year (typically May-July).
Railways (RRB): While specific 2026 dates aren't out, keep an eye on RRB NTPC and Group D announcements, as new vacancies are often announced in the annual budget (February).
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