The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination 2025. This is a golden opportunity for candidates aspiring to secure a government job in the Economic and Statistical Services of India. Interested candidates can apply online between February 12, 2025, and March 4, 2025. Below, we provide comprehensive details about eligibility, vacancy breakdown, the application process, important dates, and more.
Important Dates
Application Begin: February 12, 2025
Last Date to Apply Online: March 4, 2025 (Till 06:00 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment: March 4, 2025
Application Correction Window: March 5 – March 11, 2025
Exam Date: June 20, 2025
Admit Card Release: Before the Exam
Application Fee
General / OBC: Rs. 200/-
SC / ST / PH: Exempted (No Fee)
Female Candidates: Exempted (No Fee)
The examination fee can be paid via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or through Offline E-Challan.
Age Limit (As of August 1, 2025)
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age Relaxation: Applicable as per UPSC rules for reserved categories.
Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria
The total number of vacancies for UPSC IES / ISS 2025 is 47. The category-wise distribution is as follows:
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Economic Service (IES) | 12 | Candidates must have Postgraduate/Master’s Degree in Economics/Applied Economics/Business Economics/Econometrics from a recognized university. |
| Indian Statistical Service (ISS) | 35 | Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics/Mathematical Statistics/Applied Statistics or a Master’s Degree in Statistics/Mathematical Statistics/Applied Statistics from a recognized university. |
How to Apply for UPSC IES / ISS 2025?
Interested candidates must follow the below steps to successfully apply for the UPSC IES / ISS 2025 Examination:
One-Time Registration (OTR): Candidates must complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) before applying. Applications without OTR will not be accepted.
Online Application Submission: The application form is available from February 12, 2025, and can be filled out on the official UPSC website.
Upload Documents: Ensure that you upload a recent passport-sized photograph (not older than 10 days) with your name and the date printed on it.
Select Exam Centers Carefully: The number of examination centers is limited. If your desired exam center is marked in red, it means the slots are full. Apply early to secure your preferred location.
Fee Payment: Pay the application fee using the available online or offline modes.
Final Submission: Double-check all details and submit the application before the deadline.
Print Confirmation Page: Keep a hard copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Selection Process
The UPSC IES / ISS 2025 selection process consists of the following stages:
Written Examination: Candidates will have to appear for a written exam covering topics related to Economics or Statistics based on the post applied for.
Interview / Personality Test: Candidates who qualify in the written exam will be shortlisted for an interview.
Final Selection: The final selection is based on performance in both the written exam and interview.
Exam Pattern for UPSC IES / ISS 2025
The UPSC IES / ISS Exam Pattern consists of six papers:
Indian Economic Service (IES) Exam Pattern:
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
| Paper-I | General English | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-II | General Studies | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-III | General Economics-I | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-IV | General Economics-II | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-V | General Economics-III | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-VI | Indian Economics | 200 | 3 Hours |
Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Exam Pattern:
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
| Paper-I | General English | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-II | General Studies | 100 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-III | Statistics-I (Objective) | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-IV | Statistics-II (Objective) | 200 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-V | Statistics-III (Descriptive) | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-VI | Statistics-IV (Descriptive) | 200 | 3 Hours |
Why Choose UPSC IES / ISS?
Prestigious Government Job with excellent career growth.
Attractive Salary Package and benefits.
Job Security and Additional Perks provided by the Government of India.
Opportunity to Work in High-Level Statistical & Economic Analysis Departments.
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For more information regarding the UPSC IES / ISS 2025 Exam, visit the official UPSC website.