SPIPA UPSC Civil Services Entrance Exam 2026-27 Notification

Sardar Patel Institute of Public Administration (SPIPA), Ahmedabad has published an official notification (Advt. No. SPIPA/202627/1) inviting online applications for the Entrance Examination 2026. This entrance exam is conducted to select candidates for free coaching classes for the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2027 (IAS, IFS, IPS, etc.) and other Group “A” Central Services. Interested candidates can apply online through the official OJAS website from 07/08/2026 to 05/09/2026.

Section / Item	Details
Organization Name	Sardar Patel Institute of Public Administration (SPIPA)
Post Name / Program	UPSC Civil Services Coaching Class 2026-27 Entrance Exam
Basis of Job	Free Training Program (Not a Direct Recruitment / Job)
Job / Training Location	Ahmedabad & assigned regional SPIPA training centers across Gujarat
Qualification Summary	Graduate Degree in any discipline (Final semester students eligible)
Stipend / Salary	Free Training & Library Access (Hostel as per rules)
Experience	Fresher / Not Required
Last Date to Apply	05/09/2026 (Till 23:59 Hours)
Total Seats / Vacancies	Will be declared along with final entrance exam results as per reservation policy

📋 Vacancy / Seat Details

• Training Seats: Seat capacity for SPIPA Ahmedabad and regional training centers across Gujarat will be published at the time of declaring the entrance exam result.

📌 UPSC CSAT Free Coaching Trainee

Details	Information
🎓 Qualification	Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized Central/State/Deemed University. Candidates in their final semester/year of graduation are eligible to apply.
🧑‍💼 Experience	Nil / Freshers eligible
👥 Eligibility Criteria	Must be an Indian Citizen. Candidate must be a native Gujarati speaker, OR passed 10th/12th in Gujarat, OR completed graduation in Gujarat, OR resided in Gujarat for at least 5 years and currently settled in Gujarat.

💰 Benefits & Facilities

• Free Coaching: Comprehensive training for UPSC Civil Services Examination 2027 completely free of charge.
• Hostel Facility: Hostel accommodation at SPIPA Ahmedabad is provided as per institute rules and room availability.
• Library Access: Complete access to study materials and library facilities.

Event / Activity	Date / Timeline
Online Application Start Date	07/08/2026 (From 14:00 Hrs)
Online Application & Fee Payment Last Date	05/09/2026 (Till 23:59 Hrs)
Hall Ticket Download Window	21/09/2026 (14:00 Hrs) to 27/09/2026 (10:30 Hrs)
Entrance Examination Date	27/09/2026 (Sunday)

🎯 Selection Process & Examination Pattern

Selection will be made strictly through a Single-Stage Objective MCQ-based Written Entrance Test (400 Marks Total):

• Paper 1 (General Studies-1): 100 Questions | 200 Marks | 2 Hours (11:00 AM to 01:00 PM) | 2 Marks per question.
• Paper 2 (General Studies-2 / CSAT): 80 Questions | 200 Marks | 2 Hours (02:00 PM to 04:00 PM) | 2.5 Marks per question.
• Negative Marking: 33% deduction for every wrong answer or multiple responses.
• Medium of Exam: English and Gujarati.
• Exam Centers: Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Vadodara, Surat, Rajkot, and Mehsana.

📝 How to Apply

1. Visit the official portal https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in/.
2. Navigate to the online application section and select Advertisement No: SPIPA/202627/1.
3. Fill out all personal, qualification, and communication details accurately. Final semester students must enter 0 in percentage/trials/seat number and select NA for Class.
4. Go to the FEES menu on OJAS, enter your confirmation number and date of birth, and pay the non-refundable exam fee online.
5. Print and save your Online Payment Receipt and Application Confirmation Page for future reference.

⚠️ Application Fee & Important Instructions

• General Category Fee: Rs. 500/- (Non-refundable).
• Reserved Categories Fee: Rs. 200/- (SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, PwD, Ex-Servicemen).
• Age Limit (as of 01/08/2027): Minimum 21 Years and Maximum 32 Years. Age relaxation: SEBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), Ex-Servicemen (5 years), PwD (10 years).
• Helpline Number: For online application queries, candidates can call toll-free 1800-233-5500.

🏢 About Sardar Patel Institute of Public Administration (SPIPA)

Sardar Patel Institute of Public Administration (SPIPA) is an autonomous apex training institution established by the Government of Gujarat located opposite ISRO, Satellite Road, Ahmedabad. SPIPA prepares aspirants from Gujarat for competitive exams conducted by UPSC, including Civil Services, Engineering Services, and central Group ‘A’ posts, offering state-of-the-art library facilities, expert guidance, and training environments.

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