About the Org
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India’s premier central recruiting agency. It conducts examinations for appointments to various civil services and posts under the Government of India.
Vacancy Details
UPSC has announced 44 vacancies for the Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS) 2026. The IES has 16 posts and the ISS has 28 posts. These are prestigious Group A gazetted posts under the central government.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Important Details | |
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Junior Time Scale of Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS) |
| Total Vacancies | IES: 16 |
| ISS: 28 | |
| Pay Scale | Not mentioned |
| Job Location | All India |
| Educational Qualification | IES: Postgraduate degree in Economics, Applied Economics, Business Economics, or Econometrics |
| ISS: Bachelor’s degree with Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, or Applied Statistics in all years | |
| ISS: Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, or Applied Statistics | |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 years as on 01.08.2026 |
| Age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, Ex-servicemen, and PwBD as per rules | |
| Selection Process | Written examination of 1000 marks |
| Interview or Personality Test of 200 marks | |
| Application Fee | ₹200 for non-exempt candidates |
| Nil for Female candidates | |
| Nil for SC candidates | |
| Nil for ST candidates | |
| Nil for PwBD candidates | |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
| https://upsconline.nic.in | |
| Apply Online Link | https://upsconline.nic.in |
| Advertisement Number | Examination Notice No. 07/2026-IES/ISS |
| No. 12/03/2025/E.IB | |
| Reservation Details | Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD as per Government of India rules |
| Specific PwBD categories and reserved seats notified for IES and ISS | |
| Exam Centres | Ahmedabad |
| Bengaluru | |
| Bhopal | |
| Chandigarh | |
| Chennai | |
| Cuttack | |
| Delhi | |
| Dispur | |
| Faridabad | |
| Ghaziabad | |
| Hyderabad | |
| Jaipur | |
| Jammu | |
| Kolkata | |
| Lucknow | |
| Mumbai | |
| Patna | |
| Prayagraj (Allahabad) | |
| Shillong | |
| Shimla | |
| Thiruvananthapuram | |
| Exam Type | Offline written examination with descriptive and objective papers |
| Followed by interview | |
| Negative Marking | Applicable in objective Statistics Papers I and II for ISS |
| Experience Required | Not required |
| Documents Required | Scanned photograph |
| Live photograph capture | |
| Scanned signature | |
| Proof of date of birth | |
| Educational qualification certificates | |
| Category certificates for SC, ST, OBC, or EWS | |
| PwBD certificate | |
| Ex-servicemen certificate | |
| Valid Photo ID such as Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, Passport, Driving Licence, or other Government ID | |
| Who Can Apply | Candidates meeting nationality conditions specified by UPSC |
| Candidates meeting age and educational qualification requirements for IES or ISS | |
| Candidates physically fit as per prescribed standards | |
| PwBD and Scribe Provisions | Eligible disability categories allowed as per rules |
| Scribe facility permitted with required medical certificates | |
| Extra time allowed as per rules | |
| Mandatory online intimation required | |
| Application Correction or Withdrawal | Not allowed after submission |
| Helpline | 011-24041001 |
| upscsoap@nic.in | |
| Important Dates | |
| Application Start Date | 11.02.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 03.03.2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 03.03.2026 |
| Exam Date | 19.06.2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Last working day of the week preceding the exam |
| Result Date | Not mentioned |
| Helpline Support Last Date | 03.03.2026 |
| Online Question Paper Representation Window | From 3rd day to 7th day after exam date up to 18:00 hours |
| Candidate Instructions | |
| Who Should Apply | IES candidates must hold a postgraduate degree in Economics or related disciplines |
| ISS candidates must hold a qualifying bachelor’s or master’s degree in Statistics disciplines | |
| Documents and Details Before Applying | Valid email ID and mobile number |
| One valid Photo ID and its details | |
| Scanned photograph in JPG format of 20 to 200 KB | |
| Scanned signature in JPG format of 20 to 100 KB | |
| Device and facility for live photo capture | |
| Certificates for age, education, category, PwBD, or Ex-servicemen status | |
| How to Apply | Visit https://upsconline.nic.in |
| Create an account and obtain a Universal Registration Number | |
| Fill and lock the Universal Registration profile | |
| Complete the Common Application Form | |
| Upload photograph, live photo, and signature | |
| Fill the examination specific module and select post and exam centre | |
| Pay examination fee online if applicable | |
| Submit application and keep print or soft copy | |
| Exam Mode and Pattern | Offline pen and paper examination |
| IES includes six descriptive papers in English | |
| ISS includes descriptive and objective Statistics papers | |
| Qualified candidates attend offline interview at UPSC | |
| Eligibility Conditions | Indian nationality or other eligible categories with Government certificate |
| Age 21 to 30 years with applicable relaxations | |
| Recognized degree for IES or ISS | |
| Physical fitness as per standards |
Age Limit & Educational Qualification
Age Limit (as on 1 August 2026): 21 to 30 years. Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), Ex-servicemen (5 years), and PwBD (10 years).
Educational Qualification:
- IES: Post-Graduate Degree in Economics/Applied Economics/Business Economics/Econometrics.
- ISS: Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics/Mathematical Statistics/Applied Statistics OR a Master’s Degree in Statistics/Mathematical Statistics/Applied Statistics.
Salary Details
Selected candidates will be appointed in the Junior Time Scale of the respective service. The pay scale and allowances are as per the 7th Central Pay Commission recommendations for Group A services.
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Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 200
Female/SC/ST/PwBD: Nil
Fee is non-refundable and must be paid online via net banking, credit/debit card, RuPay, or UPI.
How to Apply for UPSC IES ISS 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website: https://upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete the one-time Universal Registration (URN) process if you are a new candidate.
- Log in and access the Common Application Form (CAF) for the ‘Indian Economic Service/Indian Statistical Service Examination, 2026’.
- Fill in all personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required certificates as per prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Review the application thoroughly before final submission. No corrections are allowed after submission.
- Submit the form and save/print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Dates & Links
- Application Start Date: 11 February 2026
- Application End Date: 03 March 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 03 March 2026
- Exam Date: 19 June 2026
- Admit Card: Available on UPSC website before exam
- Result Date: To be announced after exam
- Apply Online: Apply Here
- Official Notification: PDF
- Official Website: Apply Here
FAQ
What is the last date to apply for UPSC IES ISS 2026?
The last date to apply online is 03 March 2026 (18:00 Hrs).
Is there any age relaxation for OBC candidates?
Yes, OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates get an age relaxation of 3 years.
Can final year students apply?
Yes, but they must produce proof of passing the required qualification within the timeframe specified by UPSC after the written exam results.
What is the selection process?
Selection is based on a Written Examination (Part-I, 1000 marks) followed by a Viva Voce/Personality Test (Part-II, 200 marks).
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