The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the admit cards for the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Mains Examination 2025 . Candidates who successfully applied for this important government job exam can download their hall tickets from the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in , starting November 7, 2025 . The IFS Mains exam is scheduled to take place on November 23, 2025 . This examination is a key step towards joining the Indian Forest Service, part of the 1129 government posts under the Civil Services and Forest Service recruitment.
Important Dates to Remember
It is important for candidates to keep track of these key dates for the UPSC Civil Services and IFS recruitment:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | January 20, 2025 |
| Application Start Date | January 22, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | February 21, 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | May 25, 2025 |
| Prelims Result Date | June 11, 2025 |
| IAS Mains Admit Card Release | August 14, 2025 |
| IAS Mains Exam Date | August 22, 2025 |
| IFS Mains Admit Card Release | November 7, 2025 |
| IFS Mains Exam Date | November 23, 2025 |
| Mains Result Date | Notify Soon |
Application Fee Details
The application fee details for the UPSC Civil Services and IFS exams were as follows:
- For General, OBC, EWS candidates: ₹100
- For SC, ST, PH, Female candidates: ₹0 (No Fee)
Candidates paid the exam fee through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or by E-Challan (offline).
Age Limit and Total Posts
Candidates must be at least 21 years old to apply. The maximum age limit for general category candidates is 32 years . Please refer to the official UPSC notification for any age relaxation rules for reserved categories.
A total of 1129 posts will be filled through this recruitment drive for both Indian Administrative Services (IAS) and Indian Forest Services (IFS).
Post Details and Eligibility
Here is a breakdown of the posts and the education required:
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Education Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Services (IAS) | 979 | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university. |
| Indian Forest Services (IFS) | 150 | Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or equivalent subjects from a recognized university. |
| Total | 1129 |
UPSC Selection Process
The selection for UPSC Civil Services and Forest Service posts involves three main stages:
- Prelims Examination: This is the first stage. It is an objective type (multiple-choice) test with 2 papers, totaling 400 marks.
- Mains Examination: Candidates who clear Prelims appear for Mains. This is a descriptive type (written answer) test with 9 papers, totaling 1750 marks.
- Interview: The final stage is a personality test or interview for those who pass the Mains exam. This stage carries 275 marks.
For detailed syllabus and paper structure, candidates should check the official UPSC notification.
How to Download Your IFS Mains Admit Card 2025
Follow these simple steps to download your admit card for the UPSC Indian Forest Service (IFS) Mains Exam 2025:
- Go to the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in
- Look for the link that says “UPSC Civil Services IFS Mains Admit Card 2025” or “Hall Ticket Download”. Click on it.
- You will need to enter your details. Type in your Application Number and your Date of Birth .
- Click the “Submit” button.
- Your admit card will appear on the screen.
- Download and print a copy of your admit card. You must carry this printed copy to the exam hall.
- Also, remember to carry a valid photo ID proof (like Aadhaar card, PAN card, Driving License) along with your admit card to the examination center.