The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the 2025 notification for Civil Services (IAS) and Forest Services (IFS) Preliminary Examinations. Eligible candidates can apply online from 22 January 2025 to 11 February 2025. Read the notification carefully for eligibility criteria, post details, selection process, age limits, pay scale, and other essential information.
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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
IAS / IFS Prelims Recruitment 2025
Advt No.: UPSC CSE/IFS 2025
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 22/01/2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 11/02/2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 11/02/2025
- Correction/Edit Window: 12–18 February 2025
- Preliminary Exam Date: 25/05/2025
- Admit Card Availability: Before Exam
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100/-
- SC / ST / PH: ₹0/- (Exempted)
- All Female Candidates: ₹0/- (Exempted)
- Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan only.
Age Limit (as of 01/08/2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
- Age Relaxation: As per UPSC recruitment rules.
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 1129
Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
---|---|---|
Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | 979 | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India. |
Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 150 | Bachelor’s Degree with at least one subject in Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or an equivalent qualification. |
Other posts under IAS include Indian Foreign Service, Indian Police Service, Indian Revenue Service, and other Group A and B services.
Steps to Apply
- Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying for the UPSC IAS/IFS Pre Exam 2025.
- Apply online between 22 January 2025 and 11 February 2025.
- Carefully read the full notification before submitting the application.
- Prepare and upload all required documents, including eligibility proof, photo, signature, and ID proof.
- Double-check all entered details and preview the application before submission.
- Submit the application fee, if applicable.
- Save a copy of the final application form for future reference.