UPSC IAS/IFS 2025 Vacancy : The UPSC Civil Services IAS Pre / Forest Service IFS Recruitment 2025 invites applications for 1129 vacancies across various positions. This is a golden opportunity for candidates aspiring to serve in prestigious government roles. Eligible candidates can apply online for the IAS and IFS exams, which include a two-phase selection process: the Preliminary Exam and the Main Exam, followed by an interview. The recruitment is open for candidates from various educational backgrounds, offering positions in different services like Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS). Application Begin: 22/01/2025 and Last Date for Apply Online: 11/02/2025. Interested applicants should check the official UPSC website for detailed notification and application process.
Important Dates for UPSC IAS/IFS 2025 Exam
- Application Start Date: 22nd January 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 11th February 2025
- Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: 11th February 2025
- Correction/Edit Form: 12th — 18th February 2025
- UPSC IAS/IFS Preliminary Exam Date: 25th May 2025
- Admit Card Availability: Prior to the Exam
Application Fee Details
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹100
- SC / ST / PH: ₹0 (Exempted)
- All Female Candidates: ₹0 (Exempted)
Note: The examination fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E‑Challan only.
UPSC IAS/IFS 2025 Exam Age Limit (as of 1st August 2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 32 years
Age Relaxation is applicable as per UPSC Civil Services and Forest Exam Recruitment Rules.
UPSC Civil Services / Forest Service Recruitment 2025: Total Vacancies – 1129 Posts | ||||
Post Name | Total Post | UPSC Civil Services Exam Eligibility | ||
Indian Administrative Service IAS (Civil Services) | 979 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream in Any Recognized University in India | ||
Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 150 | Bachelor Degree as one of Subject Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics and Zoology, Agriculture or Equivalent. | ||
Indian Administrative Service. | Indian Foreign Service | Indian Police Service. | ||
Indian P & T Accounts & Finance Service, Gr A | Indian Audit and Accounts Service, Group A | Indian Defence Accounts Service, Group A | ||
Indian Revenue Service (I.T.), Group A | Indian Postal Service, Group A | Indian Civil Accounts Service, Group A | ||
Indian Railway Traffic Service, Group A | Pondicherry Civil Service, Group B | Pondicherry Police Service, Group B | ||
Indian Trade Service, Group A (Gr. III). | Indian Corporate Law Service, Group A | Indian Information Service (Junior Grade), Gr A | ||
Indian Defence Accounts Service, Group A | Indian Revenue Service (I.T.), Group A | Indian Railway Accounts Service, Group A | ||
Indian Railway Personnel Service, Group A | Indian Defence Estates Service, Group A | Assistant Security Commissioner in Railway Protection Force, Gr A | ||
Indian Ordnance Factories Service, Group A | Indian Revenue Service (Customs and Central Excise) | Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service, Group B |
Step by Step Process
- Visit the Official UPSC Website: Go to the official UPSC website (www.upsc.gov.in).
- Find the Recruitment Notification: On the homepage, find the link for UPSC Civil Services / Forest Service Recruitment 2025 and click on it.
- Read the Notification: Carefully read the full recruitment notification for eligibility, exam details, and instructions.
- Register on the Portal: If you are a new user, click on the “New Registration” link to create an account. Fill in the required details (name, email, contact information) and complete the registration process.
- Log in to Your Account: Once registered, log in using your credentials (registration number and password).
- Fill the Application Form: Complete the application form with accurate details such as personal information, educational qualifications, and preferred exam centers.
- Upload Documents: Upload the necessary documents, including a passport-sized photograph, signature, and any required certificates in the specified format.
- Pay the Application Fee: Choose the payment mode (online payment via credit/debit card, net banking, or offline challan) and pay the application fee.
- Review and Submit: Double-check all the entered details before submitting the form. Once everything is correct, submit your application.
- Download Confirmation: After submission, download the filled application form and payment receipt for your reference.
Remember to apply before the last date (11/02/2025).