Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the Indian Forest Service Examination 2026 for recruitment to 80 posts. The selection process will be conducted through the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination, 2026.
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online within the prescribed dates. Complete details regarding eligibility, vacancy, application process, and important dates are provided below.
UPSC Indian Forest Service Exam 2026 – Overview
| Name of Examination | Indian Forest Service Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission |
| Total Vacancies | 80 Posts |
| Exam Notice No | 06/2026-IFoSE |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 24 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24 February 2026 (6:00 PM) |
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| SC | 12 |
| ST | 6 |
| OBC | 21 |
| EWS | 8 |
| UR | 33 |
| Total | 80 |
Exam Centres in Assam
- Jorhat
- Dispur
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
- Date of Birth between 02 August 1994 and 01 August 2005
Age Relaxation
- SC / ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree with at least one of the following subjects:
- Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
OR
- Agriculture
- Forestry
- Engineering
from a recognized university or equivalent institution under the UGC Act, 1956.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / Women / PwBD | Nil |
| All Other Categories | ₹100/- |
How to Apply for UPSC Indian Forest Service Exam 2026 ?
- Scroll down and go to the Important Web-Links section.
- Click on Online Application Form and complete registration.
- Login using registered credentials.
- Fill in personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee as applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout for future reference.
Note: Candidates applying for the Civil Services Examination may also opt for the Indian Forest Service Examination through the same application form.
Important Dates
- Starting Date of Online Application: 04 February 2026
- Last Date of Online Application: 24 February 2026 (6 PM)
- Date of Preliminary Examination: 24 May 2026
Important Links
- Online Application Form – Click Here
- Advertisement Notification – Click Here
- Official Website – Click Here
Helpline Details
Phone: 11-24041001
Email: upscsoap@nic.in
Last Updated On: 14 February 2026