The UPSC IFS Notification 2026 has been officially released by the Union Public Service Commission on 5th February 2026. This recruitment has announced a total of 80 vacancies for IFS posts across India. Candidates applying for the IFS exam must appear in the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026 and qualify it to move ahead. The online application window is open, and the last date to apply is 24th February 2026 (till 6:00 PM). UPSC will conduct the Civil Services Prelims on 24th May 2026.
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UPSC Indian Forest Service (IFS) Notification Recruitment 2026 Apply Online For 80 Vacancies
UPSC IFS Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Indian Forest Service Examination (IFoSE) 2026 |
| Post Name | Indian Forest Service Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 80 (Approx.) |
| Exam Stages | Prelims (CSE), IFoS Mains, Interview |
| Qualification | Specified Bachelor’s Degree |
| Age Limit | 21–32 Years (as on 01-08-2026) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Official Website | https://www.upsc.gov.in |
UPSC IFS Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
- Notification Date 04 February 2026
- Application Start 04 February 2026
- Last Date 24 February 2026
- Preliminary Exam Date 24 May 2026
UPSC IFS Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 33 |
| OBC | 21 |
| SC | 12 |
| ST | 06 |
| EWS | 08 |
| Total | 80 |
Eligibility Criteria for UPSC IFS Recruitment 2026
UPSC IFS Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualification
Indian Forest Service Officer Bachelor’s degree with at least one subject:- Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Geology, Agriculture, Forestry, Engineering, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
UPSC IFS Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit (as on 01-08-2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
- SC/ST: 5 Years Relaxation
- OBC: 3 Years Relaxation
- PwBD: Up to 10 Years Relaxation
UPSC IFS Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS : Rs. 100/-
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women : Nil
UPSC IFS Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
- Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026
- Indian Forest Service Main Examination (Written)
- Interview / Personality Test
- Medical & Physical Standards Test
UPSC IFS Recruitment 2026 – Preliminary Examination Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
| Paper I | General Studies | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | CSAT (Qualifying) | 200 | 2 Hours |
UPSC IFS Recruitment 2026 – Main Examination Pattern
| Paper | Marks |
| General English | 300 |
| General Knowledge | 300 |
| Optional Subject – Paper I | 200 |
| Optional Subject – Paper II | 200 |
| Optional Subject – Paper III | 200 |
| Optional Subject – Paper IV | 200 |
Steps to Apply Online for UPSC IFS Recruitment 2026
Step 1 – Online RegistrationVisit the official website of UPSC. Go to the 'One Time Registration' portal. Click on 'New Registration'. Enter the required details and register yourself.
Step 2 – Fill Out the UPSC IFS Application Form
After registration, go to the 'Notifications' page. Click on the application link for the UPSC IFS 2025 Exam. Login with the credentials provided during registration. Carefully fill out all details in the UPSC IFS Application Form carefully. Check the details entered. Save and proceed further.
Step 3 – Upload the Documents
Submit all required documents, including educational certificates, identification proof, age relaxation is applicable, photograph, signature, etc. These documents must be in the format as prescribed by the authorities.
Step 4 – Pay the Application Fee
Pay the application fee for the UPSC IFS Exam, as per your category.
Step 5: Submit the Application Form
Candidates can ultimately click on the “I Agree” option and submit the application form after filling in all the details. Candidates will be given a Registration Number; make sure to keep it safe and make copies of the application form for future reference.
