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Are you ready to embark on a prestigious career in public service? The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the UPSC Civil Services and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Recruitment 2025. This recruitment drive opens doors to some of the most sought-after positions in India, including the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS). Candidates interested in these posts can apply online between 22/01/2025 and 11/02/2025. Read on for detailed eligibility criteria, vacancy information, application guidelines, and important dates.
Key Highlights of UPSC IAS & IFS Recruitment 2025
- Conducting Authority: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Post Names: Civil Services (IAS), Forest Services (IFS)
- Application Start Date: 22 January 2025
- Application Deadline: 11 February 2025
- Exam Date: 25 May 2025
- Official Websites:
Eligibility Criteria
Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India.
Indian Forest Service (IFS)
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree with one of the following subjects:
- Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
- Agriculture or equivalent
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹100
- SC/ST/PH: Exempted
- All Category Female Candidates: Exempted
- Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan
UPSC Civil Services Exam: Available Posts
The Civil Services examination recruits for numerous prestigious positions, including:
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
- Indian Police Service (IPS)
- Indian Audit and Accounts Service (Group A)
- Indian Revenue Service (I.T., Group A)
- Indian Postal Service (Group A)
- Pondicherry Civil Service (Group B)
Important Steps to Apply
- One-Time Registration (OTR):
- Visit UPSC Online Portal.
- Click on “New Registration” and complete the OTR process.
- Submit Application Form:
- Login using your OTR credentials.
- Fill out the recruitment application carefully, upload required documents, and pay the application fee.
- Finalize Submission:
- Double-check all the details.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the final form.
Exam Details
- Preliminary Exam Date: 25 May 2025
- Admit Card Availability: Released before the exam
The examination will be conducted in two stages:
- Preliminary Exam
- Main Exam (followed by an Interview)
Key Instructions
- Ensure all required documents (ID proof, educational certificates, etc.) are scanned and ready.
- Use a valid email and phone number for communication.
- Read the official notification thoroughly before applying.
