Key dates: Jamia Millia’s residential coaching academy for UPSC 2026

Srinagar, May 21: Jamia Millia Islamia's Residential Coaching Academy (RCA) has commenced its applications for free UPSC Civil Services Examination coaching Programme for the year 2026.

The coaching is exclusively for candidates from minority communities, Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and women. The last date to apply is May 28, 2025. The institute’s Residential Coaching Academy (RCA) offers free training to students from SC and ST communities, as well as women and other groups to prepare them for the Union Public Service Commission Civil Service Examination (UPSC CSE). It prepares for all three rounds — Prelims, Mains, and the personality test.

This programme offers free residential coaching, which includes hostel facility as well, to help aspirants prepare for both the Preliminary and Main stages of the UPSC Civil Services Examination.

Application Process Overview (Online Submission)
Applicants can apply online via the official portal: https://admission.jmi.ac.in

• Deadline to Submit Applications: May 28, 2025
• Entrance Examination Date (General Studies Essay): June 15, 2025
• Tentative Date for Written Exam Results: July 14, 2025
• Interview Schedule: July 21 to August 2, 2025
• Publication of Final Selection List: August 8, 2025
• Deadline to Complete Admission Formalities: August 18, 2025

• Entrance Examination Details:

• General Studies (Multiple Choice Questions)
• Essay Writing, aligned with the format used in UPSC examination

The exam will be conducted in English, Hindi, and Urdu, evaluating candidates on their general knowledge, logical reasoning, critical thinking, and writing proficiency. The total duration of the exam is three hours.

Highlights of the Coaching Program:

• Extensive classroom - 500 hours
• Mock interview sessions
• Engaging discussions with retired bureaucrats and subject matter experts
• One-on-one mentorship provided by past successful candidates
• 24/7 library access, free Wi-Fi, and secure hostel facilities

Seat Availability:
A total of 100 seats are offered for this year’s program.

Applicants must pay an application fee of Rs 1,200, plus applicable bank charges.