The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Indian Economic Service (IES) / Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination annually to recruit qualified candidates for economic and statistical services under various governmental departments. The UPSC IES/ISS 2025 Notification is expected to be released on February 12, 2025. Here’s a complete guide covering the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, important dates, and application process.
UPSC IES/ISS Online Form 2025 – Detailed Notification, Eligibility, Exam Date & How to Apply
Important Dates
- Application Begin : 12/02/2025
- Last Date for Apply Online : 04/03/2025 upto 06:00 Pm Only
- Last Date Fee Payment : 04/03/2025
- Correction Date : 05-11 March 2025
- Exam Date : 20/06/2025
- Admit Card Available : Before Exam
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Application Fee
- General / OBC : 200/-
- SC / ST / PH : 0/- (Exempted)
- All Category Female : 0/- (Nil)
- Pay the Examination Fee Through State Bank Net Banking or Any Bank Debit Card, Credit Card, or E Challan Offline Mode
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
A candidate must be:
- A citizen of India, or
- A subject of Nepal or Bhutan, or
- A Tibetan refugee who came to India before January 1, 1962, intending to settle permanently.
- A person of Indian origin who migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanent settlement in India.
Age Limit (As of August 1, 2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
Educational Qualification
- For IES (Indian Economic Service): A Postgraduate degree in Economics, Applied Economics, Business Economics, or Econometrics from a recognized university.
- For ISS (Indian Statistical Service): A Bachelor’s degree with Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, or Applied Statistics as one of the subjects OR a Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, or Applied Statistics from a recognized university.
Application Process
The application process is entirely online. Follow the steps below to apply:
Step 1: Registration
- Visit the official UPSC website (www.upsc.gov.in).
- Click on “Online Application for UPSC IES/ISS 2025”.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic details.
Step 2: Fill the Application Form
- Log in with the provided credentials.
- Enter educational and personal details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and valid ID proof.
- Select your preferred examination center.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
Step 3: Submit and Print
- Verify all details before final submission.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹200
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female Candidates: Exempted
- Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Pay-in-slip at SBI Bank)
Exam Pattern & Selection Process
The UPSC IES/ISS exam consists of:
1. Written Examination (500 Marks)
- Conducted in offline mode (pen-paper based).
- Subjects for IES & ISS are different:For IES:
- General English (100 Marks)
- General Studies (100 Marks)
- General Economics-I (200 Marks)
- General Economics-II (200 Marks)
- Indian Economics (200 Marks)
For ISS:
- General English (100 Marks)
- General Studies (100 Marks)
- Statistics-I (200 Marks)
- Statistics-II (200 Marks)
- Statistics-III (200 Marks)
- Statistics-IV (200 Marks)
2. Interview/Personality Test (200 Marks)
Candidates who qualify the written exam are called for an interview round.
Admit Card
- Released in May 2025 (tentatively).
- Download from the official UPSC website using your registration number.
Results & Selection
- Results will be published on the UPSC website.
- Selection is based on combined performance in Written Examination and Interview.
Key Points to Remember
✅ Read the official notification carefully before applying. ✅ Ensure that all documents are correctly uploaded. ✅ Stay updated with any changes in exam dates or syllabus. ✅ Practice previous years’ question papers for better preparation.
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Official Notification :
Official Notification : www.upsc.gov.in
For More Details : Edunavodaya.com
Conclusion
The UPSC IES/ISS 2025 Examination is a golden opportunity for candidates looking to build a career in Economics or Statistics in the government sector. Ensure that you fulfill the eligibility criteria, complete the application process within the deadline, and prepare effectively to crack the examination.
🚀 Best of luck to all aspirants! 🚀
