UPSC Prelims result 2026 : Why fewer candidates made it to the Mains this year
- Posted on June 16, 2026
- By The Times of India
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UPSC Prelims result 2026 : Why fewer candidates made it to the Mains this year
NEW DELHI: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the results of the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026, but beyond the list of successful candidates, the numbers tell a bigger story. Compared to last year, significantly fewer aspirants have been shortlisted for both the Civil Services and Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Main examinations, signalling a tighter selection process this year.