Sarkari Exam Calendar 2026 : Upcoming Government Exam Dates & Schedules
Comprehensive month-wise schedule of all Central and State government competitive exams. Check CBT dates, prelims & mains timetables, city slip releases, and official hall ticket links.
| Exam Name & Stage | Conducting Board | Exam Dates 2026 | Admit Card Schedule | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SSC CGL (Combined Graduate Level) Examination Tier-1 Computer Based Examination | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) | September 09 to September 26, 2026 | 4 Days Before Exam | Confirmed | Details |
RRB NTPC (Non-Technical Popular Categories) 1st Stage Computer Based Test (CBT-1) | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) | November 15 to December 22, 2026 | City Slip 10 Days Before / Hall Ticket 4 Days Before | Confirmed | Details |
UPSC Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination Paper-1 (GS) & Paper-2 (CSAT) Offline | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) | May 24, 2026 (Sunday) | 3 Weeks Prior to Examination | Confirmed | Details |
IBPS PO / Management Trainee (CRP-XIV) Preliminary Online Examination | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection | October 19 & October 20, 2026 | October 10, 2026 | Confirmed | Details |
SBI Junior Associates (Customer Support & Sales) Phase-1 Preliminary Online Exam | State Bank of India (SBI) | January 05 to January 12, 2026 | Available Now | Concluded | Details |
National Defence Academy (NDA & NA - I) Mathematics & General Ability Test (GAT) | Union Public Service Commission | April 12, 2026 | March 25, 2026 | Confirmed | Details |
Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET 2026) Paper-I (PRT) & Paper-II (TGT) Offline OMR | Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) | July 05, 2026 (Sunday) | 2 Days Before Examination | Confirmed | Details |
SSC CHSL (10+2 Combined Higher Secondary) Tier-1 Computer Based Test | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) | July 01 to July 12, 2026 | June 25, 2026 | Confirmed | Details |
RRB Group D (Level-1 Track Maintainer, Pointsman) Single-Stage Computer Based Test (CBT) | Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) | October 05 to November 10, 2026 | 10 Days Prior for SC/ST Travel Pass & City Slip | Tentative | Details |
UP Police Constable Recruitment Re-Exam OMR Based Written Examination | UP Police Recruitment Board (UPPRPB) | August 23 to August 31, 2026 | District Intimation 7 Days Prior | Confirmed | Details |
Combined Defence Services (CDS - I) 2026 English, GK & Elementary Mathematics | Union Public Service Commission | April 12, 2026 | March 25, 2026 | Confirmed | Details |
UPPSC Combined State / Upper Subordinate (PCS) General Studies Paper-1 & Paper-2 (CSAT) | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission | October 25, 2026 | 10 Days Before Examination | Confirmed | Details |
SSC MTS & Havaldar (CBIC / CBN) Examination Computer Based Examination (Session 1 & 2) | Staff Selection Commission (SSC) | September 30 to November 14, 2026 | Region-wise Application Status & City Slip First | Confirmed | Details |
BPSC Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Integrated Preliminary OMR Examination | Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) | December 13, 2026 | 1 Week Before Examination | Confirmed | Details |
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View All Vacancies »Q1.When will SSC and Railway release their official 2026 exam calendar?
Both Staff Selection Commission (SSC) and Railway Recruitment Boards (RRB) release their official annual examination schedules at the beginning of each calendar year on ssc.gov.in and rrbapply.gov.in.
Q2.How many days before the exam is the Admit Card released?
Typically, Exam City Intimation Slips are released 7 to 10 days before the exam date, while the final Admit Card containing exact exam centre and roll number details is made available 3 to 4 days prior to the examination.
Q3.Is there negative marking in government competitive exams?
Yes, most major competitive exams carry negative marking for incorrect answers. SSC and Railway deduct 1/3rd (0.33) marks, while Banking exams deduct 1/4th (0.25) marks per wrong response.
Q4.What documents must be carried to the examination centre?
Candidates must carry a clear printed copy of their official Admit Card, two recent passport-size photographs, and a valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Driving License).
Q5.How can I stay updated on sudden exam date changes or postponements?
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