UPSC Civil Services & Forest Services Exam 2024: Prelims Result & Mains Admit Card Released – Check Eligibility, Exam Details, and More
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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the recruitment process for the Civil Services (IAS) and Forest Services (IFS) Exam 2024. This comprehensive guide provides key dates, eligibility criteria, application fee details, and instructions for applying online.
Important Dates for UPSC IAS/IFS Exam 2024
- Application Start Date: 14 February 2024
- Last Date to Apply Online: 6 March 2024
- Last Date to Pay Exam Fee: 6 March 2024
- Correction Window: 7–13 March 2024
- Prelims Exam Date (Revised): 16 June 2024 (Earlier scheduled for 26 May 2024)
- Prelims Admit Card Release Date: 7 June 2024
- Prelims Result Declaration: 1 July 2024
- IAS Mains Exam Dates: 20–29 September 2024
- IAS Mains Admit Card Release Date: 13 September 2024
- IFS Mains Admit Card Release Date: 14 November 2024
- IAS Mains Result Announcement: 9 December 2024
UPSC IAS/IFS 2024 Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹100/-
- SC/ST/PH: Exempted
- All Female Candidates: Exempted
Candidates can pay the fee online via debit card, credit card, net banking, or through an e-challan.
Eligibility Criteria for UPSC IAS/IFS Exam 2024
- Age Limit (as of 1 August 2024):
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum: 32 years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC rules.
Educational Qualifications
- IAS (Civil Services): Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- IFS (Forest Services): Bachelor’s degree with at least one subject in Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, or Agriculture, or equivalent.
Total Vacancies: 1206 Posts
Breakdown by Exam:
- Civil Services (IAS): 1056 Posts
- Forest Services (IFS): 150 Posts
Available Services Under Civil Services Recruitment 2024
The Civil Services examination recruits for various prestigious positions, including:
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Indian Foreign Service (IFS)
- Indian Police Service (IPS)
- Indian Revenue Service (IRS)
- Indian Audit and Accounts Service (IAAS)
- Pondicherry Civil Service, Group B
- Indian Trade Service, Group A
- And many more roles in Group A and Group B services.
How to Apply for UPSC IAS/IFS Exam 2024
- One-Time Registration (OTR): Candidates must complete the mandatory OTR process before applying.
- Photo Guidelines: Ensure your photo is not older than 10 days, with a white background. Include your name and the date of capture on the photo.
- OBC Certificate: OBC certificates should be issued after 1 April 2023.
- Document Preparation: Keep all necessary documents ready, including eligibility proof, ID proof, and address details.
- Online Application: Fill out the application form between 14 February and 6 March 2024. Double-check all details before submission.
- Submission: Review all columns carefully, preview your application, and take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference.
Why Choose UPSC Civil Services and Forest Services Exams?
These examinations provide an opportunity to serve the nation in administrative, foreign, or forest services. Successful candidates take up leadership roles in shaping India’s governance and environmental management.
Stay Updated: Regularly visit the official UPSC website for updates on results, admit cards, and further recruitment processes.
Important Links
Civil Servies IAS Mains Result: click here
Admit Card (IFS Mains): click here
UPSC Official Website: click here
