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UPSC Indian Forest Service Officer Recruitment 2026 – 80 Posts | Apply Online

UPSC Indian Forest Service Officer Application 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released a notification for the Indian Forest Service Officer. The Online application starts from 4 February 2026. Interested candidates can fill out the UPSC Indian Forest Service Officer online form till 24 February 2026. Interested candidates should check the eligibility criteria, age limit, and selection process before applying.

Quick Overview

Organization Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Post Name Indian Forest Service Officer (IFS)
Advertisement No. 06/2026
Total Posts 80
Job Location PAN
Salary
Application Mode Online
Last Date 24 February 2026

Important Dates

Application Start Date 4 February 2026
Application Last Date 24 February 2026
Fee Payment Last Date 24 February 2026
Exam Date 24 May 2026
Admit Card Date Before Exam

UPSC Indian Forest Service Officer Application Fee

    • Gen, EWS, OBC: Rs. 100/-
    • SC, ST, PH: Nil
    • Female: Nil
    • The candidates are required to deposit the requisite examination fees online via internet banking or a debit or credit card.

UPSC Indian Forest Service Officer Age Limit

Age Limits As of 1 August 2026

    • Minimum Age: 21 Years
    • Maximum: 32 Years
    • Calculate Your Age
    • Age Relaxation is Applicable as per the UPSC Indian Forest Service Officer Recruitment 2026.

Indian Forest Service Officer Vacancy Details

Total Posts- 80

Category Total Posts
UR 33
OBC 21
SC 12
ST 6
EWS 8

Who Should Apply for UPSC Indian Forest Service Officer?

  • A candidate should possess a Graduate degree with at least one of the subjects, namely Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, and Zoology, or a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Forestry, or in Engineering from any recognised institute/University.
  • For full details, read the official notification before applying.

UPSC Indian Forest Service Officer Salary Details

    • As per the govt. rules.

UPSC Indian Forest Service Officer Selection Process

    • Pre Exam
    • Main Exam
    • Interview
    • Document Verification
    • Merit List

UPSC Indian Forest Service Officer Syllabus / Exam Pattern

    • The pre-exam has 2 papers of multiple-choice questions of 200 Marks each. The exam duration is 120 minutes.
    • The main exam has 2 qualifying papers, 300 marks each, and 4 papers for making merit, 200 marks each.
    • An interview of 300 marks will be conducted.
    • For the full exam pattern, Click Here

How to Apply for UPSC Indian Forest Service Officer 2026

    • Go to the official website of the UPSC or the link given in the link section.
    • To get registered, the candidate will enter details such as name, e-mail, category, and mobile number.
    • Registered Candidate Log in using their Registration Number and Date of Birth, and fill in all required personal details.
    • The candidate has filled in their Educational qualifications, Address, and other details that were asked for.
    • Upload photo, signature, and other details in JPG OR PDF Format.
    • Make an online payment.
    • Ensure the fee submission is completed and finalise the submission.

IMPORTANT LINKS

Apply Online Click Here
 Download Notification Click Here
Exam Pattern & Syllabus Click Here
Official Website Click Here
Join Arattai Channel Click Here
Join WhatsApp Channel Click Here
Home Click Here

Source: Information is taken from the official notification released by the Union Public Service Commission.

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FAQ

What is UPSC Indian Forest Service (IFS) Recruitment 2026?

UPSC conducts the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination to recruit officers responsible for managing forests, wildlife, and environmental resources across India. It is one of the prestigious All India Services.

How many vacancies are available for UPSC IFS 2026?

A total of 80 vacancies have been announced for the Indian Forest Service Officer posts. The number of vacancies may change based on government requirements.

What is the age limit for this recruitment?

Applicants should be between 21 and 32 years of age as of 1 August 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories according to government norms.

What is the selection process for UPSC IFS 2026?

The selection process includes three stages:
Preliminary Examination (shared with Civil Services Exam)
IFS Main Examination (Descriptive)
Personality Test / Interview
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