UPSC Indian Statistical Service (IES/ISS) 2026
Conducted by: Union Public Service Commission
Last Date to Apply: 03 March 2026Application Closed
Official SourceKey Dates & Info
Last Date to Apply
03 March 2026
Closed
Salary
₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500
Age limit
21-30 years
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹200, SC/ST/Female: Nil
About This Exam
Indian Economic Service / Indian Statistical Service combined exam for economists and statisticians in central government. Exam conducted June 19-21, 2026.
Conducting Body
Union Public Service Commission
Total Vacancies
44
Available Posts
Important Dates
Notification Released
01 February 2026
Application End Date
03 March 2026
Exam Date
19 June 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor's Degree with Statistics/Mathematical Statistics/Applied Statistics as one of the subjects
Age limit
21-30 years
21-30 years
OBC: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years
Educational Qualification
Graduation with Statistics
Number of Attempts
No limit (within age)
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹200, SC/ST/Female: Nil
Detailed Syllabus
Exam Pattern
Selection Process
Written Exam → 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 - ₹1,77,500
Range: ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500
Pay Level 10
Plus DA, HRA, and other government allowances as applicable.
Perks & Allowances
DA, HRA, Medical, Pension, LTC
Job Role & Responsibilities
Statistical Officer in Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
Career Growth & Promotions
Junior Statistical Officer → Senior Statistical Officer → Director → Joint Secretary.
Career Benefits
- ✓ Job security and pension benefits
- ✓ Regular pay commission revisions
- ✓ Government housing and medical benefits
- ✓ Career advancement through promotions
Application Process
Visit the official website and locate the online registration link for this exam
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Fill in personal, educational, and category details accurately as per your certificates — mismatches can lead to rejection at document verification
Keep scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates ready in the specified format and file size before you start, to avoid losing progress midway
Review all entered details carefully — most government exam applications cannot be edited after final submission
Pay the application fee online through the accepted payment methods — category-based fee waivers may apply, so check the official notification
Submit the form and download or print the confirmation page, and note your registration number for future reference
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹200, SC/ST/Female: Nil
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