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UPSC IES/ISS Online Form 2026 – Last Date 18 March 2026
Union Public Service Commission – Indian Economic Service / Indian Statistical Service Examination 2026 | Online Application Active | Last Date: 18 March 2026
Latest Notification – UPSC IES/ISS 2026
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the **Indian Economic Service (IES) / Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination 2026**. The online application process has commenced on the official UPSC portal. The last date for submission of online application is **18 March 2026**.
Important: Last Date to Apply Online – 18 March 2026. Submit your application immediately to avoid last-minute server issues.
Important Dates – UPSC IES/ISS 2026
| Event | Date / Status |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | Started – February 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 18 March 2026 |
| Written Examination (Tentative) | June 2026 |
Vacancy & Pay Scale (Tentative)
| Service | Approximate Vacancies | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Basic Pay Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Economic Service (IES) | 20–30 | Level-10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Indian Statistical Service (ISS) | 30–40 | Level-10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Total Vacancies | 50–70 (Tentative) | — | — |
Eligibility Criteria – UPSC IES/ISS 2026
| Parameter | IES | ISS |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Master’s degree in Economics / Applied Economics / Econometrics / Business Economics | Master’s degree in Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Applied Statistics |
| Age Limit (as on 1st August 2026) | 21–30 Years (relaxations: OBC 3 yrs, SC/ST 5 yrs, PwBD 10 yrs) | Same as IES |
| Application Fee | General/OBC: ₹200 Female/SC/ST/PwBD: Exempted |
Same as IES |
| Selection Process | Written Examination → Interview / Personality Test | Same as IES |
How to Apply – UPSC IES/ISS Online Form 2026
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit: upsconline.nic.in |
| 2 | Click “Online Application” → IES/ISS Examination 2026 |
| 3 | Complete Part-I Registration (generate RID) |
| 4 | Complete Part-II (fill details, upload photo & signature) |
| 5 | Pay fee online (if applicable) |
| 6 | Submit form before 18 March 2026 & take printout |
Important Instructions
| Instruction | Details |
|---|---|
| Photo & Signature | Upload clear scanned copies (JPEG, 20–300 KB) |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) |
| Correction Window | Available after closing date (small fee applicable) |
| Admit Card | Download from upsc.gov.in (3 weeks before exam) |
