Table of Contents – UPSC IES/ISS Examination 2026
- Quick Summary – UPSC IES/ISS 2026
- Vacancy Details – 44 Posts
- Eligibility Criteria & Qualification
- Age Limit (as on 01-08-2026)
- Selection Process
- How to Apply – Online
- Important Dates – UPSC IES/ISS 2026
- Important Links & Official Notification
- Career Opportunities & Preparation Tips – UPSC IES/ISS
- UPSC IES/ISS FAQ 2026
UPSC Indian Economic Service / Indian Statistical Service Examination 2026 – 44 Posts – Apply Online
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) IES/ISS Examination 2026 Notification No: 07/2026-IES/ISS is released! Apply online for 44 vacancies – Indian Economic Service (16) & Indian Statistical Service (28). Online registration from 12 February 2026 to 03 March 2026 at upsc.gov.in. Qualification: Post Graduate in Economics/Econometrics (IES) OR Bachelor’s/Master’s in Statistics/Mathematical Statistics/Applied Statistics (ISS). Age: 21–30 years (relaxations apply). Selection through Written Exam + Viva Voce. Application fee ₹200 / Nil (reserved). Full eligibility & apply process below.
UPSC IES/ISS Examination 2026 – Quick Summary
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Notification No | 07/2026-IES/ISS |
| Job Category | Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type | Regular Basis |
| Total Vacancies | 44 Posts |
| Posts | Indian Economic Service (16) + Indian Statistical Service (28) |
| Job Location | All Over India |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Online Period | 12 Feb 2026 – 03 Mar 2026 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
UPSC IES/ISS Examination 2026 – Vacancy Details
| Service Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Indian Economic Service (IES) | 16 |
| Indian Statistical Service (ISS) | 28 |
| Total | 44 Posts |
UPSC IES/ISS Examination 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
| Service | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Indian Economic Service (IES) | Post Graduate Degree in Economics / Applied Economics / Business Economics / Econometrics from recognized university |
| Indian Statistical Service (ISS) | Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Applied Statistics as one subject OR Master’s Degree in Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Applied Statistics |
UPSC IES/ISS Examination 2026 – Age Limit (as on 01-08-2026)
| Category | Age Range |
|---|---|
| General | 21 to 30 Years (born between 02-08-1996 and 01-08-2005) |
| SC/ST | +5 Years |
| OBC | +3 Years |
| PwBD (Gen/EWS) | +10 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | +15 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | +13 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Govt. Policy |
UPSC IES/ISS Examination 2026 – Selection Process
- Part I – Written Examination
- Part II – Viva Voce (Personality Test)
How to Apply – UPSC IES/ISS Examination 2026
- Visit official website upsc.gov.in
- Go to Examinations → Active Examinations → Indian Economic Service / Indian Statistical Service Examination 2026
- Click “Apply Online” → Complete Part-I & Part-II registration
- Upload photo, signature & documents
- Pay fee online (₹200 / Nil)
- Submit before 03-03-2026
UPSC IES/ISS Examination 2026 – Important Dates
- Online Application Start: 12 February 2026
- Online Application End: 03 March 2026
UPSC IES/ISS Examination 2026 – Important Links
Career Opportunities & Preparation Tips – UPSC IES/ISS Examination 2026
Why Prepare for UPSC IES/ISS?
- Prestigious career in economic & statistical services under GoI
- Opportunity to work in Ministry of Finance, Statistics & Programme Implementation
- Attractive salary, power & lifelong career growth
- Postings across All Over India – diverse experience
- Clear promotion path to senior advisory & policy-making roles
- Contribute to nation’s economic planning & data-driven governance
How to Prepare & Crack UPSC IES/ISS 2026
- Focus on core economics/statistics – micro/macro, econometrics, statistical inference
- Practice previous year papers – both IES & ISS papers
- Build answer writing – descriptive papers require clarity & structure
- Stay updated with current economic affairs – budget, RBI reports, economic survey
- Prepare viva voce – personality, current issues, subject knowledge
- Join test series – practice time management & accuracy
Pro Tip 2026: IES/ISS has fewer vacancies but specialized syllabus – strong PG level knowledge + consistent answer writing = high success chance. Many Tamil Nadu candidates crack it every year – focus on discipline & subject mastery.
UPSC IES/ISS Examination 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How many vacancies are there in UPSC IES/ISS 2026?
A: Total 44 posts (IES-16, ISS-28)
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 03 March 2026
Q: What is the qualification for IES?
A: Post Graduate in Economics/Applied Economics/Econometrics
Q: Selection process?
A: Written Exam + Viva Voce
Q: Age limit?
A: 21 to 30 Years
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