UPSC IFS Examination 2026: Apply Online for 80 Indian Forest Service Posts

February 5, 2026

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2026, inviting applications from eligible Indian citizens through the Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2026, which acts as the screening stage. This recruitment aims to fill 80 vacancies across various categories under the All India Services cadre. The online application window is open from 04 February 2026 to 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM).

Name of OrganizationUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Post nameIndian Forest Service (IFS) Officer
EducationBachelor’s Degree with subjects like Botany, Agriculture, Forestry, Engineering, etc.
Total Vacancies80
SalaryAs per 7th CPC All India Services Pay Structure
Age Limit21 – 32 Years (as on 01.08.2026)
Application Fee₹100 (Gen/OBC/EWS), Nil (Women/SC/ST/PwBD)
Selection ProcessPrelims (Screening), Mains, Personality Test
Apply ModeOnline
Job LocationAll India (Allocated via IFS Cadre Rules)
Last Date To Apply24 February 2026 (6:00 PM)

Vacancy Details

CategoryVacancies
UR33
SC12
ST06
OBC21
EWS08
Total80

How to Apply

  1. Visit the UPSC portal upsconline.nic.in.
  2. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
  3. Click on “Indian Forest Service Examination 2026” under Part-I Registration.
  4. Fill in the online application with correct personal, academic, and category details.
  5. Upload scanned photo, signature, and valid photo ID (PDF).
  6. Pay the fee online (if applicable) and submit the form before the deadline.
  7. Save and print the application and fee receipt for future reference.

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Release04 February 2026
Application Start Date04 February 2026
Application End Date24 February 2026 (6:00 PM)
Prelims Exam Date (CS + IFS)24 May 2026
IFS Mains Exam DateTo be announced

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