UPSC IFoS Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 80 Indian Forest Service Officer Posts
UPSC has released the Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Recruitment 2026 for 80 posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from 04 February to 24 February 2026 through the official UPSC website. Check qualification, age limit, selection process, and exam pattern details below.
Total vacancies: 80
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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.
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A) UPSC IFoS Notification 2026
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination 2026 Notification for recruitment to Indian Forest Service Officer posts. A total of 80 vacancies have been announced. The online application process starts from 04 February 2026 and will close on 24 February 2026 (06:00 PM). Candidates will be selected through Prelims, Mains, and Interview stages.
B) UPSC IFoS Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
The UPSC IFoS Exam 2026 is a prestigious national-level examination conducted to recruit officers for forest management services across India.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Recruitment Name | UPSC IFoS Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Indian Forest Service Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 80 (Approx.) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Age Limit | 21–32 Years |
| Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Interview |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Job Location | All India |
C) UPSC IFoS Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
Candidates must be aware of the important timelines for UPSC IFoS 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 04 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 22 November 2026 onwards |
| Admit Card Release | Will be updated soon |
D) UPSC IFoS Vacancy Details
UPSC has announced a total of 80 vacancies for the Indian Forest Service Examination 2026.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 33 |
| OBC | 21 |
| SC | 12 |
| ST | 06 |
| EWS | 08 |
| Total | 80 |
E) Eligibility Criteria for UPSC IFoS Recruitment 2026
E1) Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Indian Forest Service Officer | Bachelor’s degree with at least one subject among: Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics, Geology, Agriculture, Forestry, Engineering, Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science |
E2) Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 32 Years |
| Cut-off Date | 01 August 2026 |
Age Relaxation (as per rules):
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: Up to 10 Years
F) UPSC IFoS Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹100/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil |
| Payment Mode | Online |
G) Salary Details
Selected candidates will be appointed as Group A Officers in the Indian Forest Service.
- Starting Pay Scale: ₹56,100/- (Junior Time Scale)
- Allowances and benefits: As per Government rules
- Probation Period: As per UPSC norms
(Exact detailed pay structure: Not Available in Provided Content)
H) Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be done through the following stages:
- Civil Services Preliminary Examination (Common with CSE)
- Indian Forest Service Mains Examination
- Interview / Personality Test (300 Marks)
- Medical & Physical Standards Test
Preliminary Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | CSAT (Qualifying) | 200 | 2 Hours |
- CSAT is qualifying in nature (33%)
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd
- Prelims marks are not counted for final merit
IFoS Mains Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General English | 300 |
| Paper II | General Knowledge | 300 |
| Paper III | Optional Subject I | 200 |
| Paper IV | Optional Subject I | 200 |
| Paper V | Optional Subject II | 200 |
| Paper VI | Optional Subject II | 200 |
| Interview | Personality Test | 300 |
| Total | 1700 |
I) Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Notification link |
| Apply Online | Apply link |
| Official Website | https://www.upsc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
1) What is the eligibility for UPSC IFoS Recruitment 2026?
2) What is the educational qualification for UPSC IFoS Recruitment 2026?
3) What is the age limit for UPSC IFoS Recruitment 2026?
4) Is there age relaxation in UPSC IFoS Notification 2026?
5) What is the salary in UPSC IFoS Recruitment 2026?
6) What is the application fee for UPSC IFoS Recruitment 2026?
7) What is the selection process for UPSC IFoS Recruitment 2026?
8) What is the last date to apply online for UPSC IFoS Recruitment 2026?
9) How many vacancies are there in UPSC IFoS Notification 2026?
10) How to apply online for UPSC IFoS Recruitment 2026?
11) Where can I download the UPSC IFoS Notification 2026 PDF?
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