UPSC Civil Services Forest IFS Recruitment 2025 Apply Online

The Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination 2025 is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for recruitment into the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.

The selection process includes the Civil Services Preliminary Examination, followed by the IFoS Main Examination (Written and Interview).

The examination aims to recruit officers dedicated to forest conservation and environmental protection.

UPSC Civil Services Forest IFS Recruitment 2025

Qualification

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree with at least one of the following subjects:

• Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
• Botany
• Chemistry
• Geology
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Statistics
• Zoology
• Agriculture, Forestry, or Engineering from a recognized university.

Candidates appearing for their final year examinations are also eligible to apply but must submit proof of qualification before the Main Examination.

Age Criteria

• Minimum Age: 21 years (as of 1st August 2025)
• Maximum Age: 32 years (Born between 2nd August 1993 and 1st August 2004)
• Age Relaxation:
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC: 3 years
  • PwBD: 10 years
  • Ex-servicemen: As per government rules

Key Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of environmental policies and forestry laws
• Leadership and decision-making abilities
• Good communication and writing skills
• Physical and mental fitness for fieldwork

Selection Process

The selection process involves three stages:

1. Civil Services Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
2. Indian Forest Service Main Examination (Written Test)
3. Interview/Personality Test

Candidates must qualify in the Preliminary Exam to be eligible for the Main Exam. The final selection is based on the Main Exam and Interview scores.

Salary

Selected candidates will be appointed as Indian Forest Service Officers under the Level 10 Pay Matrix with a salary range of Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500 per month along with allowances such as:

• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Travel Allowance (TA)
• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• Medical and Retirement Benefits

Required Documents

Candidates must have the following documents while applying:

• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, etc.)
• Educational Certificates (Degree, Mark Sheets, etc.)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Disability Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-sized photographs

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Application Fees

• General/OBC Candidates: Rs. 100/-
• SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates: Exempted
• Payment can be made through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or SBI Bank Challan.

How to Apply

1. Visit the UPSC Official Website – https://upsconline.gov.in
2. Click on the Indian Forest Service Examination 2025 link.
3. Register using the One Time Registration (OTR) platform.
4. Fill in the online application form with personal and educational details.
5. Upload required documents and scanned photograph/signature.
6. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
7. Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.

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