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UPSC IFS 2025 Notification: Prelims Result (2025) OUT, 150 Vacancies!

Last Updated on Jun 12, 2025

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UPSC IFS Prelims Result 2025 is OUT on 11 June, 2025 along with the Merit List PDF of candidates who have qualified the Prelims Exam conducted on 25th May, 2025. Previously, the final IFS Merit List was released for the candidates recommended for appointment to the Indian Forest Services. A total of 143 candidates have been recommended, out of which Kanika Anbh has secured AIR 1. The UPSC IFS Notification was released on 22nd January 2025. A total of 150 vacancies have been announced for recruitment through the UPSC IFS Exam. The UPSC conducts the Indian Forest Services (IFS) to recruit candidates as Officers for scientific forest management of Indian Forests. Check all details about the UPSC IFS 2025 Exam from this article.

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Mains :- 16 Nov 2025
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UPSC IFS Prelims Result 2025 is OUT on 11 June, 2025 @upsc.gov.in along with the official Merit List PDF of shortlisted candidates who have qualified for the Indian Forest Services Mains. The UPSC IFS 2025 Notification was released on the official UPSC website on 22nd January 2025. A total of 150 vacancies have been announced for the Indian Forest Services Recruitment 2025. Candidates had applied online for the UPSC IFS Recruitment from 22 Jan to 21 February, 2025. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Indian Forest Services (IFS) to recruit candidates as Officers under the Indian Forest Services. The role deals with scientific forest management of Indian Forests. Aspirants can check all details and latest updates about the UPSC IFS 2025 Recruitment in this article.  

  • IFS Prelims 2025 Result has been announced on 11 June, 2025. Candidates can check the official roll number wise merit list PDF from the official website @upsc.gov.in.
  • IFS Final Result (2024) was out on 21st May, 2025. Kanika Anbh has secured All India Rank 1 in the Indian Forest Services Examination 2024.
  • The UPSC IFS Interview 2024-25 was conducted from 21 April to 2 May, 2025. 
  • Candidates had applied online from 22nd January 2025 to 18th February 2025.
  • The selection of the candidates is based on their performance in the Prelims, Mains and Interview.
  • The age of applicants must be between 21 years to 32 years.

UPSC IFS Prelims Result 2025 OUT

The Union Public Service Commission has announced the UPSC IFS Prelims Result 2025 based on the performance of candidates in the Written Examination conducted on 25th May, 2025. Now, the shortlisted candidates will be appearing for the Mains Exam scheduled to be held from 16 November, 2025 onwards. Candidates can download the official Result PDF as well as the Merit List of shortlisted candidates from the official website @upsc.gov.in.

The UPSC IFS final merit list contains the roll numbers and names of candidates who are recommended for appointment to the Indian Forest Services. In IFS Result 2024, Kanika Anbh from Ranchi secured AIR 1 in the Examination. The marks of the candidates are not disclosed yet. Candidates will receive their final IFS Result based on their cumulative performance in the prelims, mains and interview rounds of the IFS exam.

UPSC IFS 2025 Recruitment: Important Details

The UPSC Indian Forest Service is a prestigious national-level exam, conducted annually. Graduates in subjects like Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany,
Chemistry, Geology, or relevant streams are eligible for this exam, which is an excellent Central Government job opportunity. The role provides a great chance to conserve and enhance forest resources in the country. Candidates who wish to apply for the same can check all important dates and highlights of the exam from the table given below.

Exam Particulars Details
Exam Name Indian Forest Services
Exam Conducting Body UPSC
Cycle 2025
Application Start Date 22nd January 2025
Last Date to Apply 11th February 2025  18th February 2025 21st February 2025
Purpose To shortlist eligible candidates for Forest Officers in the Indian Forest Services.
Exam Level National Level
Mode of Exam Prelims
Mains
Interview
Exam Frequency Annual

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UPSC IFS Exam Dates 2025

Along with the official UPSC IFS notification, the Union Public Service Commission notifies the UPSC IFS exam dates. Candidates who have applied for the UPSC IFS Exam must be aware of the exam dates in order to be prepared for the exam in advance. Check the official UPSC IFS exam dates from the table below –

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UPSC IFS 2025 Prelims Exam Date 

 25th May 2025

UPSC IFS 2025 Mains Exam Date

 16th November 2025

Interview/Personality Test 

 21 April - 2 May, 2026
UPSC IFS Vacancy 2025

The UPSC IFS 2025 Notifcation has been released for a total of 150 vacancies. The UPSC IFS vacancies are also reserved for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Economically Weaker Section, and Persons with Benchmark Disability categories.

UPSC IFS Apply Online 2025

Candidates must fill out the UPSC IFS application form online through the official website of the commission. The form must be submitted within the deadline specified by the authorities. The steps to fill out the UPSC IFS application form are explained below.

Latest UPSC IFS Updates

Last updated on Jun 27, 2025

-> Union Public Service Commission has announced the new UPSC Online Application Portal w.e.f. from 28th May, 2025 onwards!

-> UPSC IFS Prelims Result 2025 is OUT on 11th June, 2025 along with the roll number wise Merit List PDF. A total of 143 candidates were recommended for appointment to the Indian Forest Services in the 2024 cycle.

-> The UPSC IFS Notification 2025 has been released for 150 vacancies.

-> The IFS Prelims 2025 was held on 25th May 2025 and the Mains will be held on 16th November 2025.

-> Selection of the candidates is based on their performance in the Prelims, Mains, and Interview.

-> Prepare for the exam with UPSC IFS Previous Year Papers.

-> Stay updated with daily current affairs for UPSC.

Step 1 – Online Registration

Visit the official website of UPSC. Go to the 'One Time Registration' portal. Click on 'New Registration'. Enter the required details and register yourself.

Step 2 – Fill Out the UPSC IFS Application Form

After registration, go to the 'Notifications' page. Click on the application link for the UPSC IFS 2025 Exam. Login with the credentials provided during registration. Carefully fill out all details in the UPSC IFS Application Form carefully. Check the details entered. Save and proceed further.

Step 3 – Upload the Documents

Submit all required documents, including educational certificates, identification proof, age relaxation is applicable, photograph, signature, etc. These documents must be in the format as prescribed by the authorities. You can use theTestbook Resize Tool to optimize these documents.

Step 4 – Pay the Application Fee

Pay the application fee for the UPSC IFS Exam, as per your category.

Step 5: Submit the Application Form

Candidates can ultimately click on the “I Agree” option and submit the application form after filling in all the details. Candidates will be given a Registration Number; make sure to keep it safe and make copies of the application form for future reference.

UPSC IFS Application Fee

Candidates can deposit the money in any Branch of SBI by cash, by using the net banking facility of the State Bank of India, or by using Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit card. The following is the category-wise application fee prescribed to apply online for the UPSC IFS Recruitment –

Category

UPSC IES ISS Application Fee 

Unreserved / OBC / EWS 

Rs. 100 

SC/ST/PH

Nil/No Fee

Female (All categories)

Nil/No Fee

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UPSC IFS Selection Process 2025

The selection process for recruitment to the Indian Forest Services includes a Prelims (combined exam for UPSC Civil Services and UPSC IFS), Mains Exam, and Interview. The details of these stages are explained belo

Stage 1 – Preliminary Examination

The preliminary examination consists of two objective-type MCQ papers of 200 marks each. Paper-I tests the candidates' general aptitude and mental ability while Paper II evaluates their knowledge of the CSAT. Both papers needs to be cleared separately to qualify for the IFS mains examination.

Stage 2 – Mains Examination

The IFS mains consist of 6 papers of conventional essay type questions. Paper I & II are general papers that evaluate the candidates' knowledge of English, and  General Studies, Papers III - VI are on optional subjects. The optional papers require candidates to choose any two subjects from the list of 14 options. Candidates who clear the mains proceed for the final stage.

Stage 3 – Interview

Candidates who clear the mains exam are called for an interview/personality test where they will be assessed on their character, intellect, and suitability for civil service by a board of competent and unbiased observers specially designated by UPSC. The interview is meant to assess the mental caliber, critical powers of discrimination, integrity of character, intelligence, qualities of leadership, and the variety and depth of a candidate's interests. The interview carries 300 marks. The UPSC IFS Interview 2024 will be conducted from 21 April to 2 May, 2025 in the Forenoon & Afternoon Sessions per day.

UPSC IFS Eligibility 2025

Before applying for the UPSC IFS Recruitment, candidates must make sure that they fulfil each of the eligibility requirements specified in the official notification, including age and education criteria as well as the criteria for the number of attempts. The details of the UPSC IFS Eligibility are explained below.

  • Candidates must be within the age limit of 21 to 32 years.
  • Candidates must have completed Bachelor's degree in at least one of the subjects namely Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, and Zoology, or a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Forestry or in Engineering from a recognized University.

Indian Forest Service Syllabus 2025

Along with the official notification, the Union Public Service Commission has also announced the UPSC IFS Syllabus. The syllabus for the Prelims Paper I includes topics from General Knowledge such as  Current Affairs, Indian History, Indian and World Geography, Economic & Social  Development, and General Science. For Prelims Paper II, the syllabus includes Comprehension,  Interpersonal skills, Communication skills; Reasoning, Decision making and problem-solving,   General mental ability, Basic Numeracy, etc. The syllabus for the Mains Exam includes topics from General English, General Knowledge, and optional subjects chosen by the candidates.

UPSC IFS Exam Pattern 2025

The UPSC IFS Exam Pattern helps candidates understand details like the marking scheme, subject-wise weightage, type of questions, etc. The details of the paper pattern for the Prelims and Mains have been explained below.

Exam Pattern Prelims Mains
No. of Papers 2 6
Subjects

Paper 1: General Knowledge 

Paper 2: Aptitude

Paper I—General English

Paper II—General Knowledge

Paper III - VI: Optional Subjects
Type of Questions Objective Descriptive
Marks

Paper I: 200

Paper II: 200

Paper I: 300

Paper II: 300

Paper III: 300

Paper IV: 300

Paper V: 300

Paper VI: 300

UPSC IFS Books

Candidates who will be appearing for the UPSC IFS Prelims and Mains Exams are advised to refer to expert recommended UPSC IFS Books for effective preparation. Some recommended books for preparations are - Indian Polity by M Laxmikanth, Anthropic India by Shankar IAS, Forest Management and Working Plan Code by Various Authors, Environment and Ecology by Sustainability S.B. Mathur, Biology by C.B. Powell and P.C. Vidyarthi, Agricultural Science by J.S. George, Chemistry by O.P. Tandon, Botany by P.K. Gupta. NCERT books and previous year question papers are a must. Books that cover complete syllabus with concept clarity and analytical mindset are ideal. Testbook's study materials in English and Hindi touch upon all important topics concisely.

UPSC IFS Preparation Tips

The IFS or Indian Forest Service exam is one of the most competitive exams in the country. It requires extensive preparation covering a variety of subjects related to environment, biodiversity, forestry and more. To crack this exam, it is important to have a systematic and well-planned preparation strategy, such as described below –

  • Make a schedule and divide your preparation time into subjects. Stick to the schedule to cover the whole syllabus within the given timeframe.
  • Focus on building strong fundamentals in subjects like Forestry, Environment Sciences and General Studies. These subjects carry more weightage.
  • Thoroughly read and analyze UPSC IFS Previous Year Question Papers and official syllabus. Understanding exam pattern and trend of questions is crucial.
  • Go through previous years’ IFS Exam Analysis to check for high-weightage topics, repeated questions, difficulty level of the exam, etc.
  • Regular revision is a must. Revise one subject at a time and revise important/tricky topics again before the exam.
  • Practice answering questions in MOCK exams under time constraints to score well in main exams.
  • Maintain notes and summaries of each topic in separate books. Prepare a study material for quick revisions.

UPSC IFS Salary 

The salary structure for an IFS officer is at par with other Central Civil Services like IAS. A starting basic pay of ₹56,100 (Level-10) in the pay matrix is given which increases to ₹1,51,100 (Level-15) for Senior Time Scale upon completion of 8 years. There is also a non-practising allowance of 20% of basic pay for IFS officers who are doctors. Upon promotion as Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, one gets a salary in Level-16 of ₹1,82,200-₹2,24,100. Perks like accommodation facilities, children's education allowance, CGHS/CS(MA) benefits are also provided. The UPSC IFS Officer Salary along with perks amounts to more than ₹2 lakhs per month at highest levels.

UPSC IFS Admit Card 2025

The UPSC IFS Admit Card is an important document issued by the UPSC to candidates appearing for the IFS exam. The IFS call letter contains details of the candidate like their name, roll number, exam date and timing, exam day guidelines etc. The UPSC usually releases the IFS admit card 2-3 weeks before the commencement of the preliminary exam. Candidates can download their IFS admit card online from the official UPSC website using their registration ID and date of birth. Carrying the printed copy of the admit card to the exam hall is mandatory as without it candidates will not be permitted to sit for the IFS exam. The IFS admit card will be issued to candidates separately for the Prelims, Mains and Interview rounds. It is advised that candidates must regularly check the UPSC website for latest updates about the IFS admit card release. Any discrepancy in the IFS admit card must be immediately reported to the UPSC.

UPSC IFS Answer Key 2025

Official answer keys for the UPSC IFS Exam are usually released within a month of completion of the Prelims exam by UPSC. Candidates can check the official answer keys on the UPSC website. The answer keys provide correct answers to questions asked in the IFS prelims exam along with a question paper. Candidates can calculate their probable score using the correct answers given in the official UPSC IFS Answer Key. In case of any objections, candidates can challenge the answer keys within a stipulated period provided by UPSC. This helps UPSC to make necessary corrections before declaration of final results.

UPSC IFS Cut Off 2025

Cut-off marks are the minimum marks prescribed by UPSC for various categories – UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST. Only candidates scoring marks equal to or more than the UPSC IFS Cut Off will be considered for evaluation in next stages. The IFS cut-off varies each year based on the overall difficulty level of the exam and number of candidates appeared. It can be expected that the cut-off will be higher compared to the previous years. Candidates must aim to score well above the anticipated cut-off marks to improve their chances of selection. Previous year cut-offs can provide an idea about minimum qualifying marks.

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FAQs

No, to be an IFS officer, a candidate must have earned a bachelor's degree in one of the following subjects: Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or Zoology.

The candidate must be 21 years old to apply for the UPSC IFS exam.

The application fee for OBC is Rs 100.

Yes, you can give UPSC IFS Exam.

5 years of age relaxation is given to SC/ST in UPSC IFS.
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