Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Universal Registration Number (URN) 2026
Short Details of Notification
Important Dates| URN Registration Mandatory From | 2025 onwards | | Applicable For | CSE 2026 & All UPSC Exams | | Recommended Completion Before | 24 February 2026 |
| Application Fee| URN Registration Fee | No Fee Mentioned | | Exam Fee | As per respective exam notification |
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Age Limit
| As Per | Respective UPSC Examination Notification |
| Minimum Age | As per Exam Rules |
| Maximum Age | As per Exam Rules |
Age Relaxation
| SC / ST | As per UPSC Rules |
| OBC | As per UPSC Rules |
| PwBD | As per UPSC Rules |
| Other Categories | As per UPSC Rules |
Vacancy Details
| Not Applicable (Registration System) |
| Applies To | All UPSC Examinations Including CSE 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Qualification | Class 10 Details Mandatory for Identity Verification |
| Identity Proof | Aadhaar / Passport / PAN / Voter ID |
| Additional Condition | Details once locked cannot be edited |
Exam Pattern
| Not Applicable | URN is Registration Process Only |
Selection Process
| Not Applicable | URN is Mandatory Pre-Registration Step for UPSC Exams |
How to Apply for UPSC URN 2026
| 1 | Visit upsconline.nic.in |
| 2 | Create account using valid Email ID & Mobile Number |
| 3 | Verify using OTP |
| 4 | Click on Universal Registration link |
| 5 | Enter Personal & Matriculation Details correctly |
| 6 | Upload Photograph & Signature |
| 7 | Review details carefully |
| 8 | Lock & Generate Universal Registration Number (URN) |
| 9 | Use URN for all future UPSC applications |
Documents Required
| Aadhaar Card / Valid Photo ID | Identity Verification |
| Class 10 Certificate | Matriculation Details |
| Passport Size Photograph | As per UPSC Specification |
| Scanned Signature | Clear & Legible |
| Email ID & Mobile Number | OTP & Communication |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is UPSC Universal Registration Number?
UPSC URN is a permanent registration number mandatory for all UPSC exams. |
2. Is OTR valid for UPSC CSE 2026?
No, OTR is discontinued. |
3. Can I edit URN profile later?
No, profile cannot be edited after locking. |
4. Is URN required for all UPSC exams?
Yes, mandatory for every UPSC recruitment. |
5. What website is used for URN registration?
upsconline.nic.in |
6. Is there any registration fee?
No fee mentioned for URN registration. |
