UPSC Mains Result: DAF Must Be Filled Before the UPSC Interview – Here’s How to Complete the Form

UPSC Mains Result: A total of 2,526 candidates have qualified for the Civil Services Main Examination 2026. Successful candidates are required to submit their Detailed Application Form (DAF) by 6:00 PM on November 25 for the Personality Test.

UPSC Mains Result: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the results for the Civil Services Main Examination 2026, with 2,526 candidates qualifying. These successful candidates must now fill out a Detailed Application Form (DAF) to appear for the interview, also known as the Personality Test. According to the Commission, the online portal for filling out the DAF will open on November 11. Candidates will be able to submit their forms until 6:00 PM on November 25, 2026.

UPSC Mains Result: DAF Must Be Submitted by November 25

Candidates who have qualified in the Mains examination are now required to provide detailed information via the DAF. The UPSC online portal will remain open for this purpose from November 11 until 6:00 PM on November 25, 2026. It is mandatory for candidates to submit the form within the stipulated timeframe.

What Information Is Required in the DAF?

In the DAF, candidates must provide details regarding their educational qualifications, current and permanent addresses, higher education, employment history, and work experience. Additionally, they must indicate their service preferences. All information provided in the form must be accurate. Candidates will also be required to furnish relevant certificates and necessary documents in accordance with the Commission's instructions.

UPSC Mains Result: Where and How to Fill Out the UPSC DAF 2026?

To complete the DAF, candidates must visit the UPSC online portal at upsconline.nic.in. They will need to log in using their credentials and then provide all the information requested in the DAF.

Please ensure that all information is carefully reviewed before submitting the form. After submitting the form, ensure you keep a copy or a PDF of it for your records.

Failure to submit the DAF will result in not receiving an e-Summon Letter for the interview.

Candidates who fail to submit their DAF by the stipulated deadline will not be issued an e-Summon Letter for the interview. Consequently, they will be unable to participate in the Personality Test process. Therefore, candidates must submit the form before 6:00 PM on November 25.

The final result will be declared after the interview.

Once the DAF process is complete, successful candidates will be called for the UPSC Personality Test (interview). The interview carries 275 marks, while the Main examination carries 1,750 marks. The final merit list will be prepared based on a total of 2,025 marks, combining the scores from both stages.