UPSC Indian Forest Service (IFS) 2026
Conducted by: Union Public Service Commission
Last Date to Apply: 24 February 2026Application Closed
Official SourceKey Dates & Info
Last Date to Apply
24 February 2026
Closed
Salary
₹56,100 - ₹2,25,000
Age limit
21-32 years
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹200, SC/ST/Female/PwD: Nil
About This Exam
Indian Forest Service examination for forest conservation and wildlife management officers. Prelims 24 May (result out 15 Jun 2026); Mains from 22 Nov 2026.
Conducting Body
Union Public Service Commission
Total Vacancies
80
Available Posts
Important Dates
Notification Released
04 February 2026
Application End Date
27 February 2026
Prelims Date
24 May 2026
Prelims Result Out
15 June 2026
Mains Date
22 November 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor's Degree with at least one Science subject or Engineering Degree
Age limit
21-32 years
21-32 years
OBC: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years
Educational Qualification
Bachelor's Degree with Science subject / B.E./B.Tech
Number of Attempts
General: 6, OBC: 9, SC/ST: Unlimited
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹200, SC/ST/Female/PwD: Nil
Detailed Syllabus
Exam Pattern
Selection Process
Prelims → Mains → Interview → Final Selection
Previous Year Question Papers
We haven't catalogued previous year papers for this exam yet.
Salary & Career Growth
Salary / Pay Scale
₹56,100 - ₹2,25,000
Range: ₹56,100 - ₹2,50,000
Pay Level 10 to 17
Plus DA, HRA, and other government allowances as applicable.
Perks & Allowances
Government bungalow in forest areas, Vehicle, DA, HRA, Medical
Job Role & Responsibilities
Indian Forest Service officer managing national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and forest divisions
Career Growth & Promotions
ACF → DCF → CF → CCF → APCCF → PCCF → Head of Forest Force.
Career Benefits
- ✓ Job security and pension benefits
- ✓ Regular pay commission revisions
- ✓ Government housing and medical benefits
- ✓ Career advancement through promotions
Application Process
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹200, SC/ST/Female/PwD: Nil
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