UPSC Civil Services & Indian Forest Service Examinations 2025: Apply by 11 February

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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the Civil Services Examination (CSE) and Indian Forest Service Examination (IFoS) for 2025. Aspiring candidates can now apply for prestigious posts such as IAS, IPS, IFS, and other Group A & B services.

About the Organizer

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India’s premier recruiting agency for civil services and defense services. It is known for conducting prestigious and competitive exams, including the Civil Services and Forest Services examinations.

About the Examination

Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025

• Total Vacancies: 979 (including reserved posts for PwBD candidates)
• Posts: IAS, IPS, IFS, and other Group A & B services.

Eligibility:

• Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
• Final-year students may apply but must present final results before the Main Examination.

Age Limit: 21–32 years as of 1 August 2025 (Relaxations for reserved categories).

Exam Pattern:

• Preliminary: Objective type (General Studies I & II – CSAT)
• Main: Nine descriptive papers, including essay, general studies, and optional subjects
• Interview: Personality Test

Physical Standards: As per service-specific requirements

Indian Forest Service Examination (IFoS) 2025

• Total Vacancies: Approximately 150 (including reserved posts for PwBD candidates)
• Posts: Positions in the Indian Forest Service

Eligibility:

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Zoology, or Engineering
• Final-year students may apply, subject to proof of qualifications during the Main Examination

Age Limit: 21–32 years as of 1 August 2025 (Relaxations for reserved categories)

Exam Pattern:

• Preliminary: Common with CSE (General Studies I & II)
• Main: Six descriptive papers (General English, General Knowledge, and optional subjects)
• Interview: Personality Test

Physical Standards: As prescribed in Appendix-III of the IFoS rules

How to Apply

• Apply online at UPSC Portal
• One-Time Registration: Mandatory before application
• Application Deadline: 11 February 2025 (6:00 PM)
• Correction Window: 12–18 February 2025
• Upload scanned photograph, signature, and ID proof

Contact Information

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Official Website: www.upsc.gov.in

Related Links

• Official Notification
• Apply Here

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