The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has officially released the CSS-2026 Competitive Examination Date Sheet. This announcement provides candidates with a clear timeline to structure their preparation effectively. The exam will span twelve days, starting from Wednesday, February 4, 2026, and concluding on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
Compulsory Subjects (February 4–9)
| Date | Paper | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 4, Wed | English Essay (Paper I) | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Feb 5, Thu | English (Précis & Composition) (Paper II) | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Feb 6, Fri | General Science & Ability (GK Paper I) | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Feb 7, Sat | Current Affairs (GK Paper II) | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Feb 8, Sun | Pakistan Affairs (GK Paper III) | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Feb 9, Mon | Islamic Studies / Comparative Religion | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
Optional Subjects (February 10–15)
February 10, Tuesday
- Morning (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM): Accountancy, Computer Science, Economics, International Relations, Political Science
- Afternoon (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM): Same subjects (Paper II)
February 11, Wednesday
- Morning: Anthropology, Arabic, Balochi, Geography, Journalism, Persian, Psychology, Punjabi, Pushto, Sindhi, Sociology
- Afternoon: Agriculture, Botany, English Literature, Environmental Science, Gender Studies, Urdu Literature, Zoology
February 12, Thursday
- Morning: Constitutional Law, Criminology, International Law, Law, Mercantile Law, Muslim Law, Philosophy
- Afternoon: British History, European History, History of Pakistan & India, History of USA, Islamic History & Culture
February 13, Friday
- Morning: Business Administration, Governance, Public Administration, Town Planning
- Afternoon: Statistics
February 14, Saturday
- Morning: Applied Mathematics, Chemistry (Paper I), Physics (Paper I)
- Afternoon: Chemistry (Paper II), Physics (Paper II), Pure Mathematics
February 15, Sunday
- Morning Only: Geology
Preparation Tips
- Create a revision calendar based on the date sheet.
- Balance your focus between compulsory and optional subjects.
- Practice past papers, especially for English and General Knowledge.
- Stay updated through FPSC’s official announcements.
Conclusion
The CSS-2026 exam is a significant opportunity for those aspiring to join Pakistan’s civil services. With the date sheet now available, candidates should begin structured preparation and stay consistent. Sharing this schedule with fellow aspirants can help everyone stay informed and motivated.
