UPSC Calendar 2027: UPSC Examination Calendar Released—Find Out When Exams, Including CSE, NDA, and CDS, Will Be Held...

UPSC Calendar 2027: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released its examination calendar for the year 2027. With this release, the dates for the Civil Services Examination (CSE), NDA, CDS, Engineering Services, CAPF, and several other major recruitment examinations have also been announced. The Civil Services Preliminary Examination is scheduled to be held on May 23, 2027, while the Main Examination will commence on August 20, 2027. Consequently, this calendar is considered to be of immense importance to the lakhs of aspirants currently preparing for UPSC examinations.

UPSC Releases Full Examination Calendar
UPSC has released the complete schedule for all recruitment examinations slated for the year 2027. The calendar issued by the Commission provides comprehensive details regarding the notification release dates, application deadlines, and examination dates. This will enable candidates to formulate their preparation strategies more effectively and well in advance.

When Will the UPSC CSE 2027 Notification Be Released?
The notification for the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2027 will be released on January 13, 2027. Candidates will be able to submit their applications until February 2, 2027. The Civil Services Preliminary Examination (Prelims) is scheduled to be conducted on May 23, 2027. Subsequently, the Main Examination (Mains) will begin on August 20, 2027, and will continue for five consecutive days. The Indian Forest Service (IFS) Preliminary Examination will also be conducted on the same day.

NDA and CDS Examination Dates Also Announced
According to the UPSC calendar, the NDA/NA-I and CDS-I examinations are scheduled to be held on April 11, 2027. The notification for these examinations will be released on December 2, 2026. The deadline for applications will be specified later in the detailed notification. Meanwhile, the NDA/NA-II and CDS-II examinations are scheduled for September 19, 2027.

When Will the Engineering Services Examination Take Place?
The Engineering Services Examination (ESE) Preliminary Examination is scheduled to be held on January 31, 2027, while its Main Examination will take place on June 18, 2027. This examination is considered to be of significant importance for candidates in the engineering field.

**Key Dates for CAPF, CMS, and IES/ISS Examinations**
**Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF AC) Examination**
Notification Issued: February 17, 2027
Last Date to Apply: March 9, 2027
Examination Date: July 4, 2027
**Combined Medical Services (CMS) Examination**
Notification Issued: March 3, 2027
Last Date to Apply: March 23, 2027
Examination Date: July 18, 2027
**IES/ISS Examination**
Notification Issued: February 10, 2027
Last Date to Apply: March 2, 2027
Examination: June 18 to 20, 2027

**Dates for the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination**
The notification for the Combined Geo-Scientist (Geologist) Examination 2027 will be issued on September 2, 2026. The last date to apply has been set for September 22, 2026. The Preliminary Examination will be held on January 10, 2027, while the Main Examination will be conducted on June 19, 2027.

**Schedule for CISF AC and CBI DSP Examinations**
**CISF AC (Executive) LDCE 2027**
Notification: November 25, 2026
Last Date to Apply: December 15, 2026
Examination: March 13 and 14, 2027

**CBI DSP LDCE**
Notification: December 16, 2026
Last Date to Apply: January 5, 2027
Examination: February 27, 2027

**How ​​to Download the UPSC Calendar 2027?**
Candidates can download the examination calendar by visiting the official UPSC website.
First, visit the UPSC website. Next, click on the 'Examination' section available on the homepage. From there, navigate to the 'Calendar' option and open the 'Annual Calendar 2027' link. The PDF can then be downloaded. 

Why is this calendar important for candidates?
With the release of the UPSC examination calendar, aspirants gain access to a complete roadmap for their preparation. This enables candidates to manage their time more effectively while preparing for the Prelims, Mains, and Interview stages. This calendar is considered particularly significant for students who are simultaneously preparing for multiple examinations, such as the NDA, CDS, CSE, and CAPF.

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