UPSC Result 2026 OUT: Anuj Agnihotri Secures AIR 1, Download Merit List PDF at upsc.gov.in

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially declared the Civil Services Examination (CSE) Final Result 2026. Candidates who appeared in the personality test round can now check the final merit list PDF on the official website upsc.gov.in.

The result determines the candidates recommended for India’s top civil services, including the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), and Indian Foreign Service (IFS). The merit list contains the names and roll numbers of candidates selected based on their overall performance in the written examination and the personality test.

UPSC Result 2026 Highlights

• Exam: Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025–26

• Conducting Authority: Union Public Service Commission

• Result Status: Released

• Top Rank: Anuj Agnihotri – AIR 1

• Official Website: https://www.upsc.gov.in

• Result Format: PDF Merit List

• Total Marks Considered: 2025

Candidates are advised to download the official merit list directly from the UPSC website to verify their results.

UPSC Result 2026 PDF Download Link

The UPSC final merit list has been released in PDF format and includes the names of candidates recommended for various civil services.

Candidates can download the result by visiting the official website and opening the Civil Services Final Result section. The PDF file will display the ranks of recommended candidates in order of merit.

UPSC 2026 Topper List

According to the final result announcement, Anuj Agnihotri has secured All India Rank 1 in the Civil Services Examination.

Another leading candidate in the merit list is Rajashwari Suve M, who is among the top ranked candidates in the examination.

The complete list of toppers and recommended candidates can be viewed in the official result PDF.

How UPSC Calculates Final Ranking

The final ranking in the Civil Services Examination is based on the combined marks obtained in two stages:

• Written Main Examination – 1750 marks

• Personality Test or Interview – 275 marks

The total marks considered for the final ranking are 2025 marks. The preliminary examination is only used as a screening test and its marks are not included in the final merit list.

What Happens After the UPSC Final Result

After the announcement of the final result, the next administrative steps begin for the selected candidates.

The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) will initiate the service allocation process. Allocation will depend on the candidate’s rank, category, and service preference mentioned in the Detailed Application Form.

Candidates recommended for appointment will also undergo medical examinations at designated hospitals.

Following medical clearance, the selected candidates will begin training as Officer Trainees at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) in Mussoorie. The foundation course typically lasts around fifteen weeks.

Previous Update on UPSC Result Announcement

Before the official announcement, the UPSC Civil Services final result was widely expected to be released soon after the completion of the interview stage.

You can read the earlier update here:
UPSC CSE Final Result 2025 expected soon – Merit list PDF update

Services Offered Through UPSC Civil Services Examination

Candidates recommended in the final merit list may be appointed to several prestigious services including:

• Indian Administrative Service (IAS)

• Indian Police Service (IPS)

• Indian Foreign Service (IFS)

• Indian Revenue Service (IRS)

• Other Group A and Group B central services

These roles involve responsibilities in governance, policy implementation, administration, and international relations.