The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the recruitment notification for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) and Indian Forest Service Examination (IFoS) 2025 under Advt. No. 05/2025–CSP and 06/2025–IFoS. Eligible candidates can apply online from 22 January 2025 to 11 February 2025 (till 6:00 PM). This is your chance to join prestigious positions like IAS, IPS, IFS, and more! Read on for detailed information, including eligibility, application steps, exam pattern, and important dates.
UPSC Civil Services Exam Form 2025 🏛️ Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies is To Be Updated. Below is the list of posts for recruitment under UPSC CSE & IFoS 2025:
Post Name | Post Group |
---|---|
Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | Group ‘A’ |
Indian Police Service (IPS) | Group ‘A’ |
Indian Forest Service (IFS) | Group ‘A’ |
Indian Revenue Service (Income Tax) | Group ‘A’ |
Indian Railway Accounts Service | Group ‘A’ |
Indian Defence Accounts Service | Group ‘A’ |
Indian Ordnance Factories Service | Group ‘A’ |
Indian Information Service | Group ‘A’ |
Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service | Group ‘B’ |
Pondicherry Civil Service | Group ‘B’ |
Candidates can check the full list in the official notification.
UPSC Civil Services Exam Form 2025 📅 Important Dates
Event | Date |
---|---|
Notification Released | 22 January 2025 |
Application Start Date | 22 January 2025 |
Application End Date | 18 February 2025 (6:00 PM) |
Correction Window | 12–18 February 2025 |
Preliminary Exam Date | 25 May 2025 |
Mains Exam Date | To Be Announced |
💰 Application Fees
Category | Fees |
---|---|
General / OBC | Rs. 100/- |
SC / ST / Female / PwD | Nil |
Payment Mode: Candidates can pay the application fees via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or Offline Challan.
📚 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as of 01 August 2025):
Category | Age Range |
---|---|
General / EWS | 21–32 Years (Born 02.08.1993–01.08.2004) |
OBC | 21–35 Years (Born 02.08.1990–01.08.2004) |
SC / ST | 21–37 Years (Born 02.08.1988–01.08.2004) |
Educational Qualification:
- For IAS: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institution.
- For IFS: Bachelor’s degree in disciplines such as Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent.
📝 Selection Process
The UPSC CSE & IFoS selection involves the following stages:
1️⃣ Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
2️⃣ Mains Examination (Descriptive Type)
3️⃣ Personal Interview
4️⃣ Document Verification
5️⃣ Medical Examination
Prelims Exam Pattern:
Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
---|---|---|---|
General Studies (GS) | 100 | 200 | 2 Hours |
CSAT (Qualifying Paper) | 80 | 200 | 2 Hours |
Total | 180 | 400 | – |
Mains Exam Pattern:
Paper | Subject | Marks |
---|---|---|
Paper I | General English | 300 |
Paper II | General Knowledge | 300 |
Paper III–VI | Optional Subjects (2 Papers Each) | 800 |
Grand Total | – | 1400 |
Note: Prelims is a qualifying stage. Final selection is based on Mains + Interview scores.
🌟 How to Apply?
Follow these steps to complete your application:
- Read the Notification: Carefully go through the official notification for detailed eligibility criteria and instructions.
- Gather Documents: Keep scanned copies of your academic certificates, ID proof, photograph, and signature.
- Fill the Application Form: Log in to the official UPSC portal, and fill in all details carefully.
- Pay Fees: Complete the fee payment online or offline.
- Submit and Print: Review the application and submit it. Save a PDF copy or take a printout for future reference.
🏆 Why Choose UPSC Services?
Working under UPSC-recruited positions like IAS, IPS, and IFS offers unparalleled career growth, job stability, and the chance to contribute to the nation’s progress. With diverse roles and attractive pay, these services remain the dream of millions.
🔗 Important Links
- Click here for official details for IAS/IPS
- Click here for official details for IFS
- Apply Online
- Official Website