UPSC Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination 2026 - ResulTimes
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Updated: 09 Feb 2026
Quick Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | upsc-indian-forest-service-ifos-examination-2026 |
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree with specific subjects |
| Apply Start | 04 Feb 2026 |
| Last Date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Location | All India |
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π² UPSC Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination 2026 β Complete Details
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination 2026. Candidates must appear in the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination as a screening test to qualify for the IFoS Main Examination.
Last Date to Apply: 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM)
π Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 04 February 2026 |
| Application Start | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 February 2026 |
| Prelims Exam (Screening) | 24 May 2026 |
| Main Exam | Later in 2026 |
π Vacancies
Approx Total Vacancies: 80 Posts
- UR β 33
- OBC β 21
- SC β 12
- ST β 06
- EWS β 08
- PwBD β 05 (reserved)
π Educational Qualification
Candidate must hold a Bachelorβs Degree with at least one of the following subjects:
- Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
- Agriculture / Forestry / Engineering
π― Age Limit (as on 1 August 2026)
- Minimum Age β 21 years
- Maximum Age β 32 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST β 5 years
- OBC β 3 years
- PwBD β 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen β as per rules
π° Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | βΉ100 |
| Female / SC / ST / PwBD | Free |
π§ Selection Process
- Civil Services Preliminary Examination (Objective)
- IFoS Main Written Examination
- Interview / Personality Test
- Medical Examination
π Exam Pattern
Preliminary Exam
| Paper | Marks | Type |
|---|---|---|
| GS Paper I | 200 | Objective |
| GS Paper II (CSAT β Qualifying) | 200 | Objective |
Negative Marking: 1/3rd marks deducted for wrong answers.
Main Examination
- General English β 300
- General Knowledge β 300
- Two Optional Subjects β 4 papers (200 each)
- Interview β 300 marks
π How to Apply
- Visit https://upsconline.nic.in
- Complete URN Registration
- Fill Common Application Form
- Upload photo, signature, ID proof
- Pay fee and submit form
β Important Instructions
- Mobile phones & electronic devices banned in exam hall
- Black ball pen only for OMR
- No late entry allowed
- Face authentication at exam center
- No application withdrawal after submission
π Official Website
Visit UPSC official portal for updates:
https://upsc.gov.in
Source: UPSC Indian Forest Service Examination 2026 Official Notification