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UPSC IES/ISS Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Exam Date, Syllabus & Apply Online

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UPSC IES/ISS Recruitment 2026: Overview

  • The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 44 posts under the Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS). This is a prestigious opportunity for postgraduate candidates in Economics and Statistics to join the central government services.
  • Applications are invited online through the official UPSC website. The recruitment process involves a rigorous written examination followed by a personality test.
  • Recruitment Type: This is a Competitive Examination (Written Exam + Viva Voce).

Vacancy Details 2026

Post NameNumber of VacanciesPay Scale / SalaryAge Limit
Indian Economic Service (IES)16Junior Time Scale (Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500)21 - 30 Years
Indian Statistical Service (ISS)28Junior Time Scale (Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500)21 - 30 Years
  • Check the post-wise vacancy distribution for the UPSC IES/ISS exam below:

1. Educational Qualification

  • Candidates must possess the following degrees from a recognized university:

2. Age Limit & Relaxation

  • Age as on: 1st August 2026
  • Minimum Age: 21 years
  • Maximum Age: 30 years
  • Age Relaxation:
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC: 3 years
  • Ex-servicemen: 5 years
  • PwBD: 10 years

Selection Process

  • The selection for UPSC IES/ISS 2026 comprises two stages:
  • Written Examination (Part-I): Objective and Conventional papers totaling 1000 marks.
  • Viva Voce / Personality Test (Part-II): 200 marks.

Exam Pattern & Structure

PaperSubjectMarksDuration
Paper IGeneral English1003 Hours
Paper IIGeneral Studies1003 Hours
Paper IIIStatistics I (Objective)2002 Hours
Paper IVStatistics II (Objective)2002 Hours
Paper VStatistics III (Descriptive)2003 Hours
Paper VIStatistics IV (Descriptive)2003 Hours
Total1000
  • The written examination consists of 6 papers. All papers are compulsory.
  • *Note: For IES candidates, Statistics papers are replaced by Economics papers.

Application Fee

CategoryFee Amount
General / OBCRs. 200/-
Female / SC / ST / PwBDNil (Exempted)
  • Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking) or Offline (SBI Cash).

How to Apply Online

  • Visit the official UPSC website: www.upsc.gov.in.
  • Click on the "Online Application for Various UPSC Exams" link.
  • Select Indian Economic Service/Indian Statistical Service Examination 2026.
  • Register yourself by clicking New Registration and fill in basic details.
  • Log in with your credentials and fill out the detailed application form.
  • Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates.
  • Pay the application fee (if applicable) before the deadline.
  • Review your application carefully and Submit on or before 03-03-2026.
  • Download and take a printout of the final application form for future reference.

Important Dates

  • Notification Release Date: 11 February 2026
  • Online Application Start Date: 11 February 2026
  • Last Date to Apply Online: 03 March 2026 (Midnight)
  • Exam Date: 19 June 2026

Important Links

  • Official Notification PDF 2026
  • Apply Online Link (Active from 11 Feb)
  • UPSC Official Website
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