UPSC Indian Forest Service (IFS) Exam 2026

Post Name

Union Public Service Commission Indian Forest Service Examination 2026

Total Post

80 Post

Short Notification

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Examination Notice for the Indian Forest Service Examination, 2026. The examination will be conducted in two stages: Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026 as a screening test, followed by the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination consisting of written papers and an interview. Online applications can be submitted through the UPSC portal up to 24 February 2026. The Preliminary Examination will be held on 24 May 2026. Candidates must meet nationality, age, educational qualification, and physical standards as prescribed. Approximately 80 vacancies are expected to be filled through this examination.Candidates should carefully review the official notification before applying.


 

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

Indian Forest Service Examination 2026

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Important Date

 

  • Application Starting Date : 04 February 2026

  • Last Date To Apply : 24 February 2026 

Post Name

 

  • Indian Forest Service (IFS) Officer

Application Fee

 

  • For Female/ST/SC/PwBD Candidate -Nil/-

  • For OBC/General/Other  - 100/-

Job Location

 

  • All India Service (Posting anywhere in India)

Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor’s degree with at least one of the following subjects:
    Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology
    OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Forestry, or Engineering
  • Degree must be from a recognized university/institution

Age Limit (as on 01.08.2026)

  • Minimum Age: 21 Years
  • Maximum Age: 32 Years
  • Date of Birth Range: 02.08.1994 to 01.08.2005

Age Relaxation (Category-wise)

  • SC / ST: 5 Years
  • OBC: 3 Years
  • Defence Services Personnel (disabled): 3 Years
  • Ex-Servicemen / ECOs / SSCOs: 5 Years
  • PwBD: Up to 10 Years
    (Cumulative relaxation applicable where allowed)

Selection Process / Recruitment Process

1.      Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026 – Screening Test

2.      Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination – Written

3.      Personality Test / Interview

 

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1.      Visit https://upsconline.nic.in

2.      Complete Universal Registration Number (URN) profile

3.      Fill Common Application Form (CAF)

4.      Complete Examination Specific Module

5.      Upload photograph, live photo, signature, and documents

6.      Pay application fee (if applicable)

7.      Submit the online application
No other mode of application is allowed.


Documents Required

  • Matriculation / Secondary Certificate (Date of Birth proof)
  • Bachelor’s Degree Certificate / Marksheet
  • Photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN / Passport / Driving Licence)
  • Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD), if applicable
  • Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates)
  • Photograph & Signature (as per UPSC instructions)

Important Instructions / Terms & Conditions

  • Preliminary Exam is only a screening test
  • Negative marking applicable in objective papers
  • Mobile phones and electronic devices are strictly prohibited
  • Applications once submitted cannot be withdrawn
  • Admission at all stages is purely provisional
  • Final eligibility verification is done at Interview stage

Total Number of Vacancies Category-wise

Category

Posts

SC

12

ST

06

OBC

21

EWS

08

UR

33



 

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FAQ's

Q1. Which organization conducts this examination?
Ans: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

Q2. What is the name of the examination?
Ans: Indian Forest Service Examination, 2026.

Q3. Which subjects are accepted?
Ans: Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, Forestry, Engineering.

Q4. What is the nature of the Preliminary Examination?
Ans: Objective type (Multiple Choice Questions).

Q5. What is the selection process?
Ans:

  1. Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination – Screening Test
  2. Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination – Written
  3. Personality Test / Interview

Q6. Which service is the recruitment for?
Ans: Indian Forest Service (IFS).

Q7. What is the total number of vacancies expected?
Ans: Approximately 80.

Q8. Can candidates appearing in final year apply?
Ans: Yes, but proof must be produced before Interview/Personality Test.EWS: 08

Q9. Are vacancies reserved for PwBD candidates?
Ans: Yes, total 05 vacancies (including backlog).

Q10. What is the minimum educational qualification?
Ans: Bachelor’s degree with at least one prescribed subject or degree in Agriculture, Forestry, or Engineering.


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