Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for recruitment of 80 vacancies through the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2026, which will be conducted via the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026. Interested and eligible candidates may apply online.
UPSC Indian Forest Service Exam 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Examination | UPSC Indian Forest Service Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Notice No. | 06/2026-IFoSE |
| Total Vacancies | 80 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Examination Mode | Offline |
| Exam Centres in Assam | Jorhat, Dispur |
| Helpline No. | 11-24041001 |
| Email ID | upscsoap@nic.in |
Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Category | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| SC | 12 |
| ST | 6 |
| OBC | 21 |
| EWS | 8 |
| UR | 33 |
| Total | 80 |
Eligibility Criteria for UPSC Indian Forest Service Exam 2026
Age Limit
Candidates must have attained 21 years and must not have attained 32 years as on 1st August 2026.
- Date of Birth must be between:
02 August 1994 to 01 August 2005
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
Educational Qualification
A candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree with at least one of the following subjects:
- Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
OR
A Bachelor’s degree in:
- Agriculture
- Forestry
- Engineering
The degree must be from a recognized University established by an Act of the Central or State Legislature or deemed University under UGC Act, 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / Women / PwBD | Nil |
| Other Candidates | ₹100/- |
UPSC Indian Forest Service Examination Scheme
The Indian Forest Service Examination consists of two successive stages:
- Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination
- Objective type
- Acts as a screening test for IFS Main Examination
- Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination
- Written Examination
- Interview / Personality Test
How to Apply for UPSC Indian Forest Service Exam 2026?
Candidates must apply online through the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination application link, which serves as the screening mechanism for the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination.
Steps to apply:
- Visit the official UPSC recruitment portal
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Login using OTR credentials
- Fill in the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026 application form
- Indicate intent to appear for Indian Forest Service Examination
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the application and keep a printout for reference
Candidates who wish to apply for both Civil Services Examination and Indian Forest Service Examination must submit only one application and indicate their preference accordingly.
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FAQs – UPSC Indian Forest Service Exam 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in UPSC IFS Exam 2026?
👉 There are 80 vacancies available.
Q2. What is the age limit for UPSC Indian Forest Service Exam 2026?
👉 The age limit is 21 to 32 years as on 01 August 2026.
Q3. Is the UPSC IFS Preliminary Exam conducted separately?
👉 No, it is conducted through the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026.
Q4. What is the application fee for General category candidates?
👉 General and OBC candidates need to pay ₹100/-.
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