UPSC Civil Services IAS / Forest Service IFS Recruitment 2025

 

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the examination calendar for 2025, detailing the schedule for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) and the Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination.

Key Dates:

• Notification Release: January 22, 2025
• Application Deadline: February 11, 2025
• Preliminary Examination: May 25, 2025
• Main Examinations:
  • Civil Services (Main) Examination: August 22, 2025
  • Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination: December 16, 2025

The Preliminary Examination serves as a common screening test for both the Civil Services and the Indian Forest Service. Candidates who qualify in the Prelims are eligible to appear for the respective Main Examinations.

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS : 100/-
• SC / ST / PH : 0/- (Exempted)
• All Category Female : 0/- (Nil)

Age Limit as on 01/08/2025

• Minimum Age : 21 Years
• Maximum Age : 32 Years
• Age Relaxation Extra as per UPSC Civil Services and Forest Exam Exam 2025 Recruitment Rules

Qualification:

Indian Administrative Service IAS (Civil Services) - Any degree 

Indian Forest Service (IFS) - Degree in Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics and Zoology, Agriculture or Equivalent

Application Process:

Interested candidates can access the detailed notification and submit their applications through the official UPSC website:

UPSC

. The notification provides comprehensive information on eligibility criteria, examination patterns, syllabi, and other essential details.

Preparation Tips:

• Understand the Syllabus: Thoroughly review the syllabus for both Prelims and Mains to identify key areas of focus.
• Current Affairs: Stay updated with national and international events, as current affairs play a significant role in the examination.
• Practice Previous Papers: Solving past years' question papers can provide insights into the exam pattern and help in time management.
• Time Management: Create a realistic study schedule allocating sufficient time for each subject and revision.

For the most accurate and updated information, candidates are advised to regularly visit the official UPSC website.