The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2025, inviting applications for a total of 1,129 vacancies. Aspiring candidates can apply online from 22 January 2025 to 11 February 2025.
Important Dates for UPSC IAS & IFS Recruitment 2025
- Application Start Date: 22 January 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 11 February 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 11 February 2025
- Application Correction Window: 12 February 2025 to 18 February 2025
- Preliminary Examination Date: 25 May 2025
- Admit Card Availability: To be announced
Application Fee Details
- General/OBC/EWS Candidates: ₹100
- SC/ST/PH Candidates: Exempted
- All Female Candidates: Exempted
Fees can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan.
Age Limit as on 1 August 2025
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 32 years Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC rules.
Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS) – 979 Posts
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Indian Forest Service (IFS) – 150 Posts
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with at least one of the following subjects: Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent.
How to Apply for UPSC IAS & IFS Recruitment 2025
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) on the UPSC official website.
- Fill out the online application form between 22 January 2025 and 11 February 2025.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, including photograph, signature, and ID proof.
- Review the application form carefully before submission.
- Pay the applicable examination fee.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Important Links
- Apply Online: UPSC Online Application
- Civil Services Notification: Download Here
- Forest Service Notification: Download Here
- Official Website: UPSC Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the last date to apply for UPSC IAS & IFS Recruitment 2025?
- The last date to submit the online application is 11 February 2025.
- When will the UPSC Preliminary Examination 2025 be conducted?
- The preliminary examination is scheduled for 25 May 2025.
- What is the application fee for female candidates?
- All female candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.
- What is the age criteria for UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025?
- Candidates must be between 21 and 32 years of age as of 1 August 2025, with applicable age relaxation as per UPSC rules.
- Where can I find the official notifications for IAS and IFS examinations?
- The official notifications can be downloaded from the UPSC website:
- Civil Services Notification: Download Here
- Forest Service Notification: Download Here
- The official notifications can be downloaded from the UPSC website:
