Archive · 19 Aug 2026
Hyderabad Centres Prepare for 753 UPSC Mains Candidates
The UPSC Civil Services Mains will take place at three centres in Hyderabad.
A total of 753 candidates will write the examination.
The tests will happen on five days between August 21 and August 30.
There will be one test session on the first day and two sessions on each of the other days.
Candidates must arrive at least 30 minutes before their test.
They can bring their admit card, identity proof, pens, pencils and photographs.
Phones, smart watches and other electronic devices are not allowed.
Officials are preparing water, electricity, cleanliness, traffic control and identity-checking arrangements.
Three Hyderabad centres will host 753 candidates for the UPSC Civil Services Mains.
The examination is scheduled for August 21, 22, 23, 29 and 30.
August 21 will have one session; the other four days will have sessions from 9 am to noon and 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
Candidates must arrive at least 30 minutes early and carry permitted documents and stationery, while electronic gadgets are prohibited.
Officials were instructed to provide cleanliness, drinking water, power, traffic management and face authentication at the centres.
- Who
- 753 UPSC Civil Services Mains candidates, Hyderabad district officials, civic bodies, police and other departments.
- What
- Three Hyderabad centres will conduct the UPSC Civil Services Mains examination.
- When
- August 21, 22, 23, 29 and 30; the year is not specified.
- Where
- At three examination centres in Hyderabad.
- Why
- To conduct the examination in accordance with UPSC guidelines and ensure arrangements for candidates and venues.
- Candidates
- 753
- Examination dates
- August 21, 22, 23, 29 and 30
- Examination centres
- Three centres in Hyderabad
- Session timings
- 9 am to noon and 2:30 pm to 5:30 pm on the four two-session days
- Arrival rule
- Candidates must reach at least 30 minutes before the examination; late arrivals will not be admitted
- Permitted items
- E-admit card, identity proof, pen, pencil and self-photographs
- Prohibited items
- Mobile phones, digital or smart watches and other electronic gadgets
