UPSC Civil Services & Forest Service Mains Admit Card Released
Post Date: August 14, 2025, 4:05 PM
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the release of the Mains admit card for the Civil Services and Forest Service recruitment.
This examination is for a total of 1129 posts. The application window for the UPSC IAS / IFS Pre Recruitment 2025 was open from January 22, 2025, to February 21, 2025. The Mains examination is scheduled for August 2025. Candidates who successfully qualified in the preliminary examination can now download their UPSC Civil Services IAS Mains Admit Card 2025 using the link provided below.UPSC Civil Services IAS / IFS – Key Details
- Advertisement Numbers: 05, 06/2025
Important Dates:
- Notification Date: January 22, 2025
- Application Start Date: January 22, 2025
- Application Last Date: February 21, 2025
- Fee Payment Last Date: February 21, 2025
- Correction / Edit Window: February 22 – February 28, 2025
- Preliminary Exam Date: May 25, 2025
- Preliminary Admit Card Release: May 13, 2025
- Preliminary Result Declaration: June 11, 2025
- Mains Exam Date: August 2025
- Mains Admit Card Release: August 14, 2025
Application Fee:
- General, EWS, OBC: Rs. 100/-
- SC, ST, Female, PH: Rs. 0/-
Candidates are required to pay the examination fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other available payment modes.
Age Criteria for UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Preliminary 2025
- As of: August 1, 2025
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 32 Years
- Age relaxation will be applicable as per the UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Preliminary Recruitment rules.
To calculate your age accurately for this application, please use the Age Calculator.
Vacancy Details: UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Preliminary 2025
- Total Posts: 1129
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Services (IAS) | 979 |
| Indian Forest Services (IFS) | 150 |
Educational Qualifications: UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Preliminary Bharti 2025
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS) (Civil Services): Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university in India.
- Indian Forest Service (IFS): 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, or an equivalent qualification.
All candidates are strongly advised to thoroughly read the official notification before applying.
Mode of Selection for UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Preliminary Online Form 2025
The selection process involves the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Mains Examination
- Interview
How to Download UPSC IAS / IFS Mains Admit Card 2025
To download your UPSC IAS / IFS Mains Admit Card, follow these steps:
- Navigate to the “Important Links” section provided below.
- Click on the link designated for downloading the Mains Admit Card.
- You will be prompted to enter the following details:
- Registration Number / Roll Number
- Date of Birth (DOB) / Password
- Captcha Code (if displayed)
- After submitting the required information correctly, you will be able to view and download your UPSC IAS / IFS Mains Admit Card.
- Alternatively, candidates can also access their admit card from the official UPSC website.
Important Links:
- Download Mains Admit Card
- Download Pre Result (Name Wise) – IAS | IFS
- Download Pre Result – IAS | IFS
- Download Pre Admit Card
- Apply Online (OTR)
- Download Date Extend Notice
- Download Notification – IAS | IFS
- Sarkari Exam Mobile App
- Join WhatsApp Channel
- Join Telegram Channel
- Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q. When did the Apply Online link start for UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Preliminary Recruitment 2025?
A. Online applications for this recruitment commenced on January 22, 2025.
Q. What is the last date to apply for the UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Preliminary Notification 2025?
A. The final date to submit your online application for this recruitment is February 21, 2025.
Q. What is the age limit for the UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Preliminary Vacancy 2025?
A. The age limit for candidates applying for this recruitment is as per UPSC rules. Please refer to the official notification for specific post-wise age details. You can also use the Age Calculator to check your eligibility.
Q. What are the educational qualifications required for the UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Preliminary Online Form 2025?
A. To apply for this recruitment, candidates must have passed Graduation. Please ensure you read the official notification completely for detailed qualification requirements.
Q. How to apply for the UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Preliminary Bharti 2025?
A. To apply for this recruitment, visit the official website of UPSC and follow the application instructions.
Q. How can I download the result for UPSC Civil Services IAS/IFS Preliminary Result 2025?
A. Candidates who appeared for the preliminary examination can download their results. The official download link will be available in the “Important Links” section above. You will typically need to enter your registration number/roll number and Date of Birth to access your result.
Q. What is the official website of UPSC?
A. The official website of the Union Public Service Commission is https://upsc.gov.in/.