The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the UPSC IES ISS Recruitment 2026 for the Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination. This competitive examination aims to recruit candidates for Junior Time Scale posts in the respective services. Candidates interested in the UPSC IES ISS Recruitment 2026 must apply online before the last date and ensure they meet the eligibility criteria set by the Commission. The examination will assess candidates through written tests and a personality interview process.
Also Read: UPSC CSE 2026: Complete Guide to Exam Dates, Eligibility, and Application Process
Vacancy Details
| Service | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Indian Economic Service (IES) | 16 |
| Indian Statistical Service (ISS) | 28 |
Note: Vacancies are tentative and may be altered. Reservation is provided for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Economically Weaker Sections, and Persons with Benchmark Disability as per government rules.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
- Citizen of India or
- Subject of Nepal or Bhutan or
- Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanent settlement or
- Person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with the intention of permanent settlement in India, subject to certificate of eligibility issued by Government of India.
Age Limit
Candidate applying under UPSC IES ISS Recruitment 2026 must be between 21 and 30 years of age as on 1st August 2026. Relaxations in upper age limit for reserved categories and others as per government rules:
- 5 years for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes
- 3 years for Other Backward Classes
- 3 years for Defence Services Personnel disabled in operations
- 5 years for Ex-servicemen, ECOs/SSCOs
- 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities
Educational Qualification
- Indian Economic Service: Post-Graduate Degree in Economics/ Applied Economics/ Business Economics/ Econometrics from a recognized university.
- Indian Statistical Service: Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Applied Statistics or a Master’s Degree in these subjects from a recognized university.
- Candidates who have appeared for the qualifying examination and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply but must produce the qualifying certificate at the time of interview.
Physical Standards
Candidates must be physically fit as per the prescribed standards for IES/ISS Examination, 2026.
Also Read: UPSC IFS Notification 2026: Complete Guide to Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Dates
Selection Process
The UPSC IES ISS Recruitment 2026 selection comprises two stages:
- Part I: Written Examination – objective and descriptive papers
- Part II: Personality Test (Interview) of qualifying candidates
Exam Pattern / Admission Test Details
The written examination of UPSC IES ISS Recruitment 2026 has separate subjects for IES and ISS with a total of 1000 marks, followed by a personality test carrying 200 marks.
Indian Economic Service (IES) Written Examination
| Subject | Marks | Time Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 100 | 3 hours |
| General Studies | 100 | 3 hours |
| General Economics – I | 200 | 3 hours |
| General Economics – II | 200 | 3 hours |
| General Economics – III | 200 | 3 hours |
| Indian Economics | 200 | 3 hours |
Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Written Examination
| Subject | Marks | Time Allowed |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 100 | 3 hours |
| General Studies | 100 | 3 hours |
| Statistics – I (Objective) | 200 | 2 hours |
| Statistics – II (Objective) | 200 | 2 hours |
| Statistics – III (Descriptive) | 200 | 3 hours |
| Statistics – IV (Descriptive) | 200 | 3 hours |
Note: Negative marking applies for wrong answers in objective papers. Candidates must use black ball pen for OMR sheets.
Documents Required
- Photograph (recent, clear, as per specifications)
- Signature scanned image (three signatures on white paper)
- Photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card/Voter Card/PAN Card/Passport/Driving License)
- Educational qualification certificates
- Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen) if applicable
- Aadhaar Card recommended for seamless verification
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC Online Application Portal to apply under UPSC IES ISS Recruitment 2026
- Create Universal Registration Number (URN) by completing account creation and universal registration modules
- Fill the Common Application Form (CAF) applicable for all UPSC examinations
- Complete the Examination Specific Module for IES/ISS, including selection of exam centre and payment
- Upload required documents including photograph, signature, and supporting certificates
- Submit the application before the last date
- Download the e-Admit Card from the UPSC website when released
Fee Structure
Applicants applying under UPSC IES ISS Recruitment 2026 except female, SC/ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disability candidates must pay an application fee of Rs. 200. Payment should be made online via Net Banking, credit/debit cards or UPI. No fee is charged for female candidates and reserved categories (SC/ ST/ PwBD). Fee once paid is non-refundable.
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 11th February 2026 |
| Start of Online Application | 11th February 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 3rd March 2026 (18:00 hours) |
| Exam Date | Commencing from 19th June 2026 |
| Question Paper Representation Period | From exam date to 7th day post-exam, 6:00 PM |
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