UPSC IES ISS Recruitment 2026 – The Union Public Service Commission has released the official notification for Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination 2026, inviting eligible candidates to apply online for a total of 44 prestigious Group ‘A’ posts.
Important Dates
- Application Begin: 11/02/2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 03/03/2026 (till 06:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 03/03/2026
- Correction Window: As per schedule
- Exam Date: 19/06/2026
- Admit Card: Available before exam
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹200/-
- SC / ST / PH: ₹0/- (Exempted)
- All Category Female: ₹0/-
Payment Mode:
Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / E-Challan (Offline)
Age Limit (As on 01/08/2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- Age Relaxation: As per UPSC IES / ISS Recruitment Rules 2026
Vacancy Details (Total: 44 Posts)
| Post Name | Total Posts | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Economic Service (IES) | 16 | Post Graduate / Master’s Degree in Economics, Applied Economics, Business Economics, or Econometrics from a recognized university |
| Indian Statistical Service (ISS) | 28 | Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Applied Statistics as a subject OR Master’s Degree in Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Applied Statisticsc |
How to Fill UPSC IES / ISS Online Form 2026
- Live photo upload is mandatory during application
- One Time Registration (OTR) is compulsory before applying
- Applications without OTR will not be accepted
- Apply online between 11 February 2026 to 03 March 2026
- Exam centers are limited; early application is advised
- Take a printout of the final submitted application form
- Read the official notification carefully before applying
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (OTR Required) | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| OTR Registration Help | YouTube Version 1 | Version 2 |
| Official Website | Visit Here |