FPSC releases CSS 2026 date sheet, exams to begin from February 4

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The Central Superior Services (CSS) Examination 2026 is officially set to start from February 4, 2026, bringing clarity and urgency for thousands of aspirants across Pakistan. The Federal Public Service Commission (FPSC) has released the CSS 2026 date sheet, confirming the schedule for compulsory and optional papers.

As per FPSC local chapter sources, all written examinations will be conducted as per the announced timetable, and candidates are advised to show strong alignment with their final preparation strategy accordingly.

CSS 2026 Written Examination Date Sheet

As per the official notification, the CSS exam 2026 is going to start from February 4 with the compulsory English papers. The detailed breakdown is as follows:

1. February 4, 2026 is the date for the English Essay
2. February 5, 2026, is the date for English (Precis & Composition)

These two papers are among the most crucial and scoring determinants in the CSS examination.

The General Knowledge papers will follow immediately:

• February 6, 2026: General Science & Ability (GSA)
• February 7, 2026: Current Affairs
• February 8, 2026: Pakistan Affairs

Read more: FPSC announces CSS 2025 written exam results with 2.77% success rate

Islamiat and Optional Subjects

As per the FPSC, the Islamiat paper (or Comparative Study of Religions for non-Muslim candidates) will be held on:

• February 9, 2026

After Islamiat, the optional subject examinations will begin from February 10 and continue till February 15, 2026.

• Optional papers are set for both morning and evening sessions
• Candidates may have two papers in a single day, depending on their subject combination

Here you can check the date sheet through FPSC Official link: Federal Public Service Commission

Important Instructions from FPSC

FPSC officials have advised candidates appearing in the CSS exam 2026 to:

Complete their revision strictly according to the official date sheet and regularly check the FPSC website for updates regarding:

1. Roll number slips
2. Examination centers
3. Exam-day instructions

FPSC will issue CSS Roll number slips and center details in a few weeks before the commencement of the CSS exam 2026.

Final Word for CSS Aspirants

With the CSS exam 2026 beginning on February 4, aspirants now have a clear roadmap for their final preparation phase. Furthermore, time management, focused plus targeted revision, and practice of past papers, especially English and General Knowledge, will lead you towards the pinnacle of success.

Moreover, the CSS examination remains Pakistan’s most prestigious competitive exam, and timely preparation in line with the FPSC schedule can make all the difference.