UPSC 2026: IAS/IFS Officers Barred from Re-appearing, Students Hail Equal Opportunity

• UPSC introduces major changes for Civil Services Examination 2026, barring existing IAS and IFS officers from re-appearing.
• Candidates already appointed to IAS or IFS must resign to re-take the exam; IPS officers cannot opt for IPS again.
• Selected candidates in 2026 will get only one chance for improvement in 2027.
• Stricter application process includes mandatory URN, live photo, Aadhaar-based ID, and face authentication.
• Students welcome the changes, stating it provides equal opportunities for new aspirants and enhances transparency.