UPSC Forest Services (IFS) Mains Exam Schedule 2025 Released
Post Update Date: 17-09-2025
UPSC Civil Services (IAS) & Indian Forest Services (IFS) Recruitment 2025
Short Description: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the Civil Services (IAS) and Indian Forest Services (IFS) Examination 2025. The application process began on 22nd January 2025 on the official website upsc.gov.in. This is a great opportunity for candidates aspiring for a prestigious government job. Find all details regarding the age limit, qualifications, vacancy details, and syllabus below.
Important Dates
| Application Form Start | 22 January 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 February 2025 |
| Application Correction Window | 19-25 February 2025 |
| Forest Services (IFS) Mains Exam Date | 16-23 November 2025 |
| Mains Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| Result Declaration | To be Notified Soon |
Quick Information
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Civil Services (IAS) & Forest Services (IFS) |
| Total Vacancies | Total 1129 Posts |
| Job Location | All India |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in/ |
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 100/-
- SC / ST / PH: Rs. 0/-
- All Category Female: Rs. 0/-
- Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card.
Age Limit (as on 01/08/2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules. Kindly read the official notification for details.
Vacancy Details
- Civil Services (IAS): 979 Posts
- Forest Services (IFS): 150 Posts
- Total Posts: 1129
Educational Qualification
- Civil Services (IAS): A Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university.
- Forest Services (IFS): A Bachelor's Degree with at least one of the following subjects: Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, and Zoology, or a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Forestry or in Engineering.
For complete eligibility details, please read the official notification carefully.
How to Fill UPSC Civil Services IAS / IFS 2025 Online Form
- Read the official notification for the UPSC Civil Services & Forest Services Recruitment 2025 carefully before applying.
- Visit the official UPSC website to start the application process.
- Fill in all the required details accurately, such as name, father's name, date of birth, address, and qualification details.
- Upload all necessary documents in the specified format and size (PDF or JPEG).
- Before final submission, review all columns and documents to ensure everything is correct.
- After submitting the form, save a printout or PDF copy for your future reference.