{"id":12170,"date":"2026-03-14T15:10:48","date_gmt":"2026-03-14T09:40:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/?p=12170"},"modified":"2026-03-14T15:48:59","modified_gmt":"2026-03-14T10:18:59","slug":"upsc-exam-centres-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/upsc-exam\/upsc-exam-centres-list\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Prelims Exam Centres List 2026, City Wise Center List"},"content":{"rendered":"

UPSC Prelims Exam Center List 2026 are spread across many cities all over India to conduct the UPSC Examination 2026. The UPSC IAS Exam Centres are strategically located across various cities in India to ensure smooth and efficient conduct of the examination. This wide distribution promotes accessibility for candidates from diverse regions, encouraging greater participation. The UPSC Prelims Exam<\/strong><\/a> 2026, being the first stage of the selection process, sees high participation. To manage this, exam centres are set up in both urban and semi-urban areas, reducing travel difficulties for aspirants. This guide provides a detailed list of UPSC Exam Centres for 2026, covering key states, cities, and regions to help candidates plan effectively.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

For thorough and effective preparation, candidates can enroll in Vajiram and Ravi<\/span><\/span>\u2019s UPSC Prelims Test Series 2026<\/strong><\/a>, which is designed to enhance conceptual understanding and exam readiness.<\/p>\r\n

UPSC Prelims Exam Centers 2026 Overview<\/span><\/h2>\r\n

Students are required to select their preferred exam center during the application process. UPSC Prelims Exam Centers are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, which means students have a chance of securing their preferred location. The UPSC Prelims Exam 2026 is being conducted on 24th May 2026 and Mains exam will take place from August 21, 2026 and will go on for five days. Each year, the number and locations of UPSC Prelims Exam Centres 2026 are confirmed through UPSC Notification, so that it can be accessible all over India overcoming geographical barriers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
UPSC Prelims Exam Centers 2026 Overview<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
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Exam Name<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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Conducting Body<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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Total Exam Centers<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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83 Cities Across India<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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Choice of Centers<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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First-Apply-First Allot Basis (Based on availability at the time of registration)<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n

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Official Website<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n

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www.upsc.gov.in<\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

Also Read: UPSC Admit Card<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\r\n

UPSC Prelims Exam Centers in India 2026<\/span><\/h2>\r\n

The UPSC ensures the availability of exam centres across various regions of India to provide equal opportunities to all applicants. For the 2026 cycle, UPSC will continue to conduct both the Prelims and Mains examinations in a wide network of cities, including major urban centres and key regional hubs.<\/span> The list below outlines the cities where the UPSC Prelims 2026 will be held. It largely aligns with previous years, covering major cities to ensure accessibility for candidates nationwide.<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
UPSC Prelims Exam Centers in India 2026<\/strong><\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Sl. No.<\/th>\r\nCENTRE<\/th>\r\nSl. No.<\/th>\r\nCENTRE<\/th>\r\nSl. No.<\/th>\r\nCENTRE<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
1<\/td>\r\nAGARTALA<\/td>\r\n30<\/td>\r\nGURUGRAM<\/td>\r\n59<\/td>\r\nPATNA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
2<\/td>\r\nAGRA<\/td>\r\n31<\/td>\r\nGWALIOR<\/td>\r\n60<\/td>\r\nSRI VIJAYA PURAM (PORTBLAIR)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
3<\/td>\r\nAHMEDABAD<\/td>\r\n32<\/td>\r\nHYDERABAD<\/td>\r\n61<\/td>\r\nPRAYAGRAJ (ALLAHABAD)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
4<\/td>\r\nAIZAWL<\/td>\r\n33<\/td>\r\nIMPHAL<\/td>\r\n62<\/td>\r\nPUDUCHERRY<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
5<\/td>\r\nAJMER<\/td>\r\n34<\/td>\r\nINDORE<\/td>\r\n63<\/td>\r\nPUNE<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
6<\/td>\r\nALIGARH<\/td>\r\n35<\/td>\r\nITANAGAR<\/td>\r\n64<\/td>\r\nRAIPUR<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
7<\/td>\r\nALMORA (UTTARAKHAND)<\/td>\r\n36<\/td>\r\nJABALPUR<\/td>\r\n65<\/td>\r\nRAJKOT<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
8<\/td>\r\nANANTHAPURU<\/td>\r\n37<\/td>\r\nJAIPUR<\/td>\r\n66<\/td>\r\nRANCHI<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
9<\/td>\r\nCHHATRAPATI SAMBHAJINAGAR (AURANGABAD, MAHARASHTRA)<\/td>\r\n38<\/td>\r\nJAMMU<\/td>\r\n67<\/td>\r\nSAMBALPUR<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
10<\/td>\r\nBAREILLY<\/td>\r\n39<\/td>\r\nJODHPUR<\/td>\r\n68<\/td>\r\nSHILLONG<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
11<\/td>\r\nBENGALURU<\/td>\r\n40<\/td>\r\nJORHAT<\/td>\r\n69<\/td>\r\nSHIMLA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
12<\/td>\r\nBHOPAL<\/td>\r\n41<\/td>\r\nKANPUR<\/td>\r\n70<\/td>\r\nSILIGURI<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
13<\/td>\r\nBHUBANESWAR<\/td>\r\n42<\/td>\r\nKARGIL<\/td>\r\n71<\/td>\r\nSRINAGAR<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
14<\/td>\r\nBILASPUR (CHHATISGARH)<\/td>\r\n43<\/td>\r\nKOCHI<\/td>\r\n72<\/td>\r\nSRINAGAR (UTTARAKHAND)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
15<\/td>\r\nCHANDIGARH<\/td>\r\n44<\/td>\r\nKOHIMA<\/td>\r\n73<\/td>\r\nSURAT<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
16<\/td>\r\nCHENNAI<\/td>\r\n45<\/td>\r\nKOLKATTA<\/td>\r\n74<\/td>\r\nTHANE<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
17<\/td>\r\nCOIMBATORE<\/td>\r\n46<\/td>\r\nKOZHIKODE (CALICUT)<\/td>\r\n75<\/td>\r\nTHIRUVANANTHAPURAM<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
18<\/td>\r\nCUTTACK<\/td>\r\n47<\/td>\r\nLEH<\/td>\r\n76<\/td>\r\nTIRUCHIRAPALLI<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
19<\/td>\r\nDEHRADUN<\/td>\r\n48<\/td>\r\nLUCKNOW<\/td>\r\n77<\/td>\r\nTIRUPATI<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
20<\/td>\r\nDELHI<\/td>\r\n49<\/td>\r\nLUDHIANA<\/td>\r\n78<\/td>\r\nUDAIPUR<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
21<\/td>\r\nDHARAMSHALA (HIMACHAL PRADESH)<\/td>\r\n50<\/td>\r\nMADURAI<\/td>\r\n79<\/td>\r\nVARANASI<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
22<\/td>\r\nDHARWAR<\/td>\r\n51<\/td>\r\nMANDI (HIMACHAL PRADESH)<\/td>\r\n80<\/td>\r\nVELLORE<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
23<\/td>\r\nDISPUR<\/td>\r\n52<\/td>\r\nMEERUT<\/td>\r\n81<\/td>\r\nVIJAYAWADA<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
24<\/td>\r\nFARIDABAD<\/td>\r\n53<\/td>\r\nMUMBAI<\/td>\r\n82<\/td>\r\nVISHAKHAPATNAM<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
25<\/td>\r\nGANGTOK<\/td>\r\n54<\/td>\r\nMYSURU<\/td>\r\n83<\/td>\r\nHANUMAKONDA (WARANGAL URBAN)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
26<\/td>\r\nGAUTAM BUDDH NAGAR<\/td>\r\n55<\/td>\r\nNAGPUR<\/td>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
27<\/td>\r\nGAYA<\/td>\r\n56<\/td>\r\nNASIK<\/td>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
28<\/td>\r\nGHAZIABAD<\/td>\r\n57<\/td>\r\nNAVI MUMBAI<\/td>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
29<\/td>\r\nGORAKHPUR<\/td>\r\n58<\/td>\r\nPANAJI (GOA)<\/td>\r\n <\/td>\r\n <\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

Also Check: UPSC Prelims Test Series 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

How to Check UPSC Prelims Exam Centre 2026<\/span><\/h2>\r\n

To ensure a stress-free exam experience, students must know how to check their exact UPSC exam centre location. This can be easily done through the official UPSC portal.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Steps to check your exam centre:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n