UPSC IAS & IFS Recruitment 2024
Last Updated: 26 April 2025 | 06:27 PM
Key Highlights:
- Total Vacancies: 1206 Posts (IAS: 1056 | IFS: 150)
- Exam Conducted By: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Application Mode: Online
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree (Varies for IAS/IFS)
- Age Limit: 21–32 Years (Relaxation for reserved categories)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 14 February 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | 06 March 2024 |
| Prelims Exam (IAS/IFS) | 16 June 2024 |
| Mains Exam (IAS) | 20–29 September 2024 |
| Final Result (IAS) | 22 April 2025 |
| IFS Interview Schedule | 26 March 2025 |
Check Official UPSC Website for Updates
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹100
- SC/ST/PH/Female Candidates: Exempted
- Payment Mode: Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, E-Challan
Eligibility Criteria
1. IAS (Civil Services)
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Any Stream
- Age Limit: 21–32 Years
2. IFS (Forest Services)
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Science/Agriculture (Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, etc.)
- Age Limit: 21–32 Years
(Age relaxation as per government norms)
How to Apply for UPSC IAS/IFS 2024?
- One-Time Registration (OTR) on UPSC Official Website.
- Fill the IAS/IFS Application Form (14 Feb–06 Mar 2024).
- Upload recent photo (10 days old, white background).
- Pay the fee (if applicable).
- Print the submitted form for future reference.
UPSC IAS/IFS Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam (Objective Type)
- Mains Exam (Descriptive)
- Personality Test (Interview)
UPSC IAS/IFS 2024 Vacancy Breakdown
| Service | Posts |
|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) | 1056 |
| Indian Foreign Service (IFS) | 150 |
| Indian Police Service (IPS) | Included |
| Other Group A/B Services | Varies |
Important Links
Tips for UPSC IAS/IFS Aspirants
✔ Start Early: Focus on NCERT books for basics.
✔ Mock Tests: Practice previous years’ papers.
✔ Current Affairs: Follow newspapers like The Hindu.
✔ Coaching: Consider IFS exam coaching for specialized guidance.
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