UPSC Civil Services (IAS) and Indian Forest Services (IFS) Exam 2024: Download Prelims Result and Mains Admit Card

Sep 16, 2024

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Are you preparing for the UPSC Civil Services (IAS) and Indian Forest Services (IFS) Exams in 2024? The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Prelims results, and candidates who have qualified can now download their Mains Admit Card. If you’re interested in applying for this prestigious examination, read on for detailed information regarding eligibility criteria, age limit, selection process, pay scale, and other important details.

Important Dates for UPSC IAS/IFS 2024 Exam:

Application Start Date: 14th February 2024
Last Date for Online Application: 6th March 2024
Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: 6th March 2024
Correction Window: 7th March to 13th March 2024
Prelims Exam Date (Postponed): 26th May 2024
New Prelims Exam Date: 16th June 2024
Admit Card for Prelims Available: 7th June 2024
Prelims Result Announcement: 1st July 2024
Mains Exam Dates: 20th to 29th September 2024
Mains Admit Card Release Date: 13th September 2024

UPSC IAS/IFS 2024 Application Fee:

General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹100
SC / ST / PwD Candidates: Fee Exempted (₹0)
All Female Candidates (Any Category): Fee Exempted (₹0)
Payment Methods: Candidates can pay the examination fee through the following modes:

Debit Card
Credit Card
Net Banking
E-Challan (Offline)
Ensure you choose the correct payment method and complete the transaction before the deadline to successfully submit your application.

UPSC IAS/IFS 2024 Age Limit (As of 1st August 2024):

Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 32 Years
Age Relaxation:
Age relaxation will be provided as per UPSC Civil Services and Indian Forest Services Exam 2024 recruitment rules. This includes relaxations for categories such as SC/ST, OBC, and PwD candidates.

UPSC Civil Services & Forest Services Vacancy 2024:

1. Indian Administrative Service (IAS) – Civil Services
Total Vacancies: 1056
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India.
2. Indian Forest Service (IFS)
Total Vacancies: 150
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree with at least one of the following subjects: Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent.
List of Other Posts Under UPSC Civil Services 2024:
Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
Indian Police Service (IPS)
Indian P & T Accounts & Finance Service, Group A
Indian Audit and Accounts Service, Group A
Indian Defence Accounts Service, Group A
Indian Revenue Service (Income Tax), Group A
Indian Postal Service, Group A
Indian Civil Accounts Service, Group A
Indian Railway Traffic Service, Group A
Pondicherry Civil Service, Group B
Pondicherry Police Service, Group B
Indian Trade Service, Group A (Grade III)
Indian Corporate Law Service, Group A
Indian Information Service (Junior Grade), Group A
Indian Defence Estates Service, Group A
Assistant Security Commissioner in Railway Protection Force, Group A
Indian Ordnance Factories Service, Group A
Indian Revenue Service (Customs and Central Excise), Group A
Indian Railway Accounts Service, Group A
Indian Railway Personnel Service, Group A
Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service, Group B

Step-by-Step Process to Fill IAS/IFS 2024 Application Form One-Time Registration (OTR) Requirement:

Before applying, candidates must complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) process on the UPSC website. This step is crucial for generating your login credentials.
Photo Upload Guidelines:

The photograph should be recent, not older than 10 days.
It must include the candidate’s name and the date the photo was taken.
Ensure the background is white for clarity.
OBC Certificate Requirement:

For candidates applying under the OBC category, the certificate must be issued after 1st April 2023.
Application Timeline:

Candidates can apply for the UPSC IAS/IFS 2024 Prelims Exam between 14th February 2024 and 6th March 2024.
Read the Official Notification:

Before starting the application, thoroughly read the official notification to understand eligibility criteria, document requirements, and the selection process.
Document Checklist:

Gather all required documents such as:
Eligibility proof (degree certificate, etc.)
ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
Address details
Basic personal details
Prepare Scanned Documents:

Ensure you have scanned copies of:
Photograph (as per the guidelines mentioned above)
Signature
ID proof
Make sure these files meet the size and format requirements stated by UPSC.
Review Your Application:

Before submitting the form, carefully preview all the entered details. Double-check each column to avoid errors.
Final Submission and Printout:

After submitting the application, take a printout of the final submitted form for your records.