PSC

UPSC IES / ISS

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

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Conducting body
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Eligibility
IES requires a postgraduate degree in an eligible economics discipline; ISS requires an eligible statistics degree. See the UPSC notice for full criteria.
Exam pattern
2026: six written papers for each service (1,000 marks total), followed by a 200-mark interview. IES papers are descriptive; ISS includes objective and descriptive statistics papers. No representative mock is available yet.

Approximate pattern — confirm on the official notice.

Official source: UPSC IES/ISS 2026 notice, examination plan · checked 2026-10-30

Fee
See the UPSC notice
Official website

Updated 2026-10-30

UPSC IES / ISS FAQ

For job seekers, fresh graduates and professionals searching government jobs and test prep in India.

How do I prepare for UPSC IES / ISS in India?

UPSC IES / ISS is conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Pattern: 2026: six written papers for each service (1,000 marks total), followed by a 200-mark interview. IES papers are descriptive; ISS includes objective and descriptive statistics papers. No representative mock is available yet. Available practice and mock coverage varies and may be incomplete. Check the official notice for the current year.

Where do I apply for UPSC IES / ISS?

Apply only on the official site of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Open the Apply tab on the UPSC IES / ISS page to reach it. Keep Aadhaar, photographs, certificates and the fee receipt ready.

Is there negative marking in UPSC IES / ISS?

Negative marking and section timing depend on the examination and question type. Consult the current official notice for UPSC IES / ISS.