New Delhi, May 24 -- In an effort to decongest examination centres for the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination-2026, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has introduced three new examination centres at Bhubaneswar, Kanpur, and Meerut. Nearly 23,000 candidates have applied to these new centres, easing the rush at the adjoining centres for the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination-2026.

According to a press release issued by the UPSC, total number of centres for the Preliminary Examination has increased from 80 to 83, according to a press release.

Reflecting on the initiative, UPSC Chairman Ajay Kumar said, "Our objective is to make the examination process more candidate-friendly, accessible, and efficient. The addition of t...