UPSC announces results of the main civil services examination for 2026; interviews to be scheduled soon for qualified candidates

The locations for the National High School Exam (Enem) of 2026 have been released, and participants can now access them. The information is available both on the registration confirmation card and on the candidate's specific page.

The confirmation card serves as a document where the student can verify the exam location. Furthermore, this document includes the selected language for the foreign language test (either English or Spanish), the exam dates, and any requests for specialized assistance, such as those for people with disabilities or nursing mothers, or for social name treatment.

More about the confirmation card

After checking the confirmation card, candidates are advised to perform some important checks. It is advisable to research the exact address of the test location, assess the distance and time required for travel, and, if feasible, simulate the route on a Sunday, since traffic and public transport flow on those days differs.

The assessment dates are scheduled for two different days. On November 8th, 45 questions from languages (40 from Portuguese and 5 from English or Spanish), 45 questions from human sciences, and the essay will be administered. On November 15th, students will take 45 questions from mathematics and 45 questions from natural sciences.

What to bring on exam day

For the exam day, the candidate must carry an official photo ID, such as an RG, although digital documents are also accepted. It is mandatory to bring a transparent black ink ballpoint pen, and at least two units should be brought in case one fails. The registration confirmation card must also be presented.

Regarding food, it is permitted to bring energy snacks, such as cereal bars, nuts, or chocolates, as well as water in a transparent bottle whose packaging must not contain labels. Room supervisors have the right to inspect the snack. Considering that the exam lasts five and a half hours, it is suggested that the candidate wear comfortable clothes and shoes that do not restrict movement.

Other accepted items include the e-Title, the Digital Driver's License (CNH Digital), and the Digital RG. The candidate must show the official application to the supervisor, as screenshots will not be considered valid. After entering the classroom, the use of mobile phones remains prohibited.

Exam times (Brasília time zone)

The established times for administering the tests are as follows: the gates will open at 12:00 PM and close at 1:00 PM, with the exam starting at 1:30 PM. The administration of the tests on the first day will end at 7:00 PM, while on the second day it will conclude at 6:30 PM. The candidate can only leave the testing location with the Question Booklet in the last 30 minutes before the end of the exam.

A special TET examination session is scheduled for November 3, 2026, in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has published relevant information for participants.

Candidates can now log into the commission's portal to find out their examination city. Furthermore, admit cards for entering the exam will be available for download from the official commission website starting October 31.

To view the form indicating the TET examination city, candidates should visit the official commission website. There they can obtain information about the city where their exam will be held. First, one must go to the official commission website at upessc.up.gov.in. Then, they should click on the section related to the district information for the TET 2026 exam. If the website requires login credentials, this must be done. After that, the examination city form will appear on the screen.

It should be noted that the written special TET exam will take place on November 3. The cities of Prayagraj, Lucknow, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Meerut, and Agra have been designated as examination centers. The exam will be organized in two shifts. The first shift will run from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM, and the second shift will take place from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM.

Candidates should remember that the examination city form is not the admit card for entering the exam. This form only indicates the city where the test will be conducted. The full address of the examination venue will be specified in the admit card. Admit cards can be downloaded from the commission's website starting October 31, 2026. On the day of the exam, applicants must carry a valid identity document along with the admit card. Before attending the exam, be sure to check the center address, date, and time listed on the admit card to avoid last-minute issues.

The Uttar Pradesh state administration has intensified preparations for the Preliminary Examination (UP PET) 2026. The Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, issued strict directives regarding the conduct of this examination due to the expected large number of candidates. Special attention was paid to issues of security, transportation, and crowd management.

Officials were instructed to ensure the unimpeded arrival of every applicant at the examination venue and guarantee its smooth completion. The UP PET 2026 is scheduled for October 25, October 30, and November 1. Currently, 3,541,297 candidates have registered.

The examination will be conducted in two shifts: the first shift from 10:00 to 12:00, and the second from 15:00 to 17:00. The exam will take place in 1372 centers across 60 districts of the state.

To prevent students from facing any difficulties during the exams, instructions were given to strengthen security measures not only within the examination centers but also at railway stations, bus terminals, and major roads. Leaders are mandated to maintain uninterrupted movement in crowded areas and deploy the necessary police personnel.

The importance of constant monitoring of examination centers and storage facilities using video surveillance cameras is also emphasized. Furthermore, special attention is being paid to organizing assistance for candidates arriving from other districts.

Measures have been provided for participants from other districts, including arrangements for buses and accommodation. Instructions include the necessity of organizing appropriate conditions at stations, bus terminals, and other key points. It is planned to establish aid points for female candidates. The administration is mandated to continuously monitor the situation regarding safety, crowd control, and traffic during the examination period.