| Exam Name | CSE and IFoS Exam |
| Total Posts | 1129 Posts |
| Organization | UPSC |
| Qualification | Graduate |
| Application Process | Online |
| Application Fee | Rs.100/- |
| Start Date | 22 January 2025 |
| Last Date | 11 February 2025 |
UPSC Recruitment 2025
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released two official notifications for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025 and the Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination 2025. Published on 22nd January 2025, these notifications pertain to the preliminary examination, which will be conducted for candidates submitting their online applications through the official UPSC web portal. These examinations are among the most prestigious competitive exams in India, attracting participation from lakhs of aspirants nationwide. According to the notification, the online application process for the UPSC CSE and IFoS Examination commenced on 22nd January 2025.
UPSC Recruitment Details
Exam Name: CSE and IFoS Examination 2025
Total Posts: 979 Posts + 150 Posts
Organization: Government of India
Recruiting Authority: Union Public Service Commission
Exam Centres in Assam: Jorhat and Dispur
Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university or institute to be eligible for the UPSC CSE. For candidates applying for the Indian Forest Service (IFoS), eligibility requires at least one of the following subjects: Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or Zoology, or a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Forestry, or Engineering.
Age Limit: A candidate must be at least 21 years old and not more than 32 years old as of 1st August 2025. This means the candidate must have been born no earlier than 2nd August 1993 and no later than 1st August 2004.
Age Relaxation: The upper age limit is relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.
Application Fee: Candidates are required to pay an application fee of ₹100 (Rupees One Hundred only), except for Female, SC/ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) candidates who are exempted from the fee. The payment can be made by depositing cash at any State Bank of India (SBI) branch, using Net Banking from any bank, or through Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Cards or UPI Payment.
How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment?
Eligible candidates for the UPSC Recruitment can submit their online applications through the official web portal of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Applications submitted through any other mode will not be considered valid. Follow the steps below to complete the application process:
| Scroll down to the Important Links section and click on the Application Form link. |
| The official UPSC portal will open in a new tab. |
| On the portal, select the option to register yourself. This process, known as One Time Registration (OTR), requires you to provide your details and upload necessary documents. |
| After completing OTR, log in using the Already Registered option. |
| Fill out the application form and verify all details. |
| Pay the application fee using one of the available payment methods. |
| After successful payment, your application will be submitted. |
| You will receive an acknowledgement copy of your submission. Make sure to download and save this copy for future reference. |
Important Dates of UPSC Recruitment
| Apply Start Date | 22 January 2025 |
| Apply End Date | 11 February 2025 |
| Prelims Exam | 25 May 2025 |
Important Links of UPSC Recruitment
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | CSE | IFoS |
| Install Android App | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs of UPSC Recruitment
What are the examinations covered under UPSC Recruitment 2025?
The UPSC Recruitment 2025 includes the Civil Services Examination (CSE) and the Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination.
When did the application process for UPSC Recruitment 2025 start?
The online application process for UPSC Recruitment 2025 began on 22nd January 2025.
How can I apply for UPSC Recruitment 2025?
Candidates can apply through the official UPSC web portal by completing the One Time Registration (OTR) process, logging in, filling out the application form, and paying the required application fee.
What is the application fee for UPSC Recruitment 2025?
The application fee is ₹100, except for Female, SC/ST, and PwBD candidates, who are exempted from paying the fee. Payments can be made via SBI branch, Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI.
What are the eligibility criteria for UPSC CSE and IFoS 2025?
For UPSC CSE, candidates must have a graduation degree in any discipline. For IFoS, candidates must have studied at least one subject from Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or Zoology, or hold a degree in Agriculture, Forestry, or Engineering.