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UPSC Indian Economic Service (IES) / Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination - 2026 (44 Vacancies)

Starts 12 Feb, 2026
Last date 03 Mar, 2026

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Short Information

UPSC has announced notification for Indian Economic Service (IES) / Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination - 2026 (44 Vacancies). Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 12 February, 2026 From to 03 March, 2026 Till 6:00 PM. Read the official notification for details regarding eligibility criteria, post information, selection process, age limit, salary, and other relevant information.

Important Dates

6
Application Start Date
12 February, 2026
Last Date For Applying Online
03 March, 2026 Till 6:00 PM
Last Date For Paying Exam Fees
03 March, 2026
Written Exam Date
19-21 June, 2026
Admit Card for Exam
12 June, 2026
Exam Result Available
04 August, 2026

Application Fee

3
General / OBC / EWS Category Candidates
200 Rs./-
SC / ST / PwBD Category Candidates
0 Rs./-
Payment Mode
Online Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.

Age Limit & Eligibility

3
Minimum Age
21 Years (As on 01 August, 2026)
Maximum Age
30 Years (As on 01 August, 2026)
Age Relaxation
As Per Rules.

Vacancy Details

44 posts

UPSC Indian Economic Service (IES) / Indian Statistical Service Examination (ISS) - 2026 (44 Vacancies) - Total : 44 Post

Post Name

Total

Post Name

Total

Indian Economic Service

16

Indian Statistical Service

Statistics


28

IES Exam Pattern

SubjectMarksDuration
General English10003 Hours
General Studies10003 Hours
General Economics-I20003 Hours
General Economics-II20003 Hours
General Economics-III20003 Hours
Indian Economics20003 Hours

ISS Exam Pattern

SubjectMarksDuration
General English10003 Hours
General Studies10003 Hours
Statistics-I (Objective)20002 Hours
Statistics-II (Objective)20002 Hours
Statistics-III (Descriptive)20003 Hours
Statistics-IV (Descriptive)20003 Hours

How to Apply

  • One-Time Registration (OTR) : Visit the official website upsconline.nic.in and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) profile if you haven't already.
  • Login & Apply : Log in using your registered credentials (Email/Mobile/OTR ID + OTP).
  • Fill Application Form : Select the "IES/ISS Examination 2026" link and fill in personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
  • Upload Documents : Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and photo identity card in the specified formats.
  • Pay Fee : Pay the application fee of ₹200 (General / OBC / EWS) via online modes (net banking, card, or UPI). Female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from the fee.
  • Submit & Print : Review all details and submit the form. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Selection Process

  • 1. Written Examination (Marks)
  • The written exam consists of six papers, held offline in pen-and-paper mode: 
    • Common Papers (200 marks) : General English (100) and General Studies (100).
    • Subject-Specific Papers (800 marks) :
      • IES : General Economics-I, II, III, and Indian Economics.
      • ISS : Statistics-I & II (Objective), and Statistics-III & IV (Descriptive).
  • 2. Personality Test / Viva Voce (Marks) 
    • Candidates qualifying in the written examination are summoned for a viva voce, which evaluates their subject knowledge, critical thinking, and suitability for the service.
  • 3. Selection Process & Final Merit
    • Documentation : Candidates must pass document verification to verify eligibility (Age: 21–30 years, Postgraduate for IES/Degree with Statistics for ISS).
    • Medical Evaluation : A medical examination ensures fitness.
    • Merit List : Final selection is based on the aggregate marks from the written exam and the interview. 

Age Limit & Eligibility

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