Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 44 Indian Economic Service/Indian Statistical Service posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website of UPSC. The last date for submission of application form is 03-03-2026. In this article, you will get the recruitment details of UPSC Indian Economic Service/Indian Statistical Service posts, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps and direct links to the official notification and online application form.
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UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Company Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Indian Economic Service/Indian Statistical Service |
| No of Posts | 44 |
| Advt No | 07/2026-IES/ISS |
| Qualification | Post-Graduate Degree in Economics/Applied Economics/Business Economics/Econometrics for IES; Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics or Master’s in Statistics for ISS |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 years as on 1st August 2026, with relaxations for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), Ex-servicemen (5 years), and PwBD (10 years) |
| Notification Date | 11-02-2026 |
| Last Date | 03-03-2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Full Time |
upsc vacancy 2026 notification pdf
Candidates should download and read UPSC Jobs 2026 Notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the important links section below.
Download UPSC IES/ISS Notification PDF 2026
vacancy details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Indian Economic Service | 16 |
| Indian Statistical Service | 28 |
| Total | 44 |
eligibility criteria
Indian Economic Service
- Master’s Degree in Economics
- Post Graduate Degree in Applied Economics
- Master’s Degree in Business Economics
- Master’s Degree in Econometrics
Indian Statistical Service
- Bachelor’s degree with Statistics as a subject
- Bachelor’s degree with Mathematical Statistics as a subject
- Bachelor’s degree with Applied Statistics as a subject
- Master’s Degree in Statistics
- Master’s Degree in Mathematical Statistics
- Master’s Degree in Applied Statistics
application fee
| Category | Fee |
| General/OBC | Rs. 200 |
| Female/SC/ST/PwBD | Nil |
age limit
- Minimum age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years (as on 1 August 2026)
- Age relaxation for SC/ST: 5 years
- Age relaxation for OBC: 3 years
- Age relaxation for ex-servicemen: 5 years
- Age relaxation for PwBD: 10 years
Salary/Stipend
Junior Time Scale of Related Services
important dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 11 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 11 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Application | 3 March 2026 |
| Examination Start Date | 19 June 2026 |
selection process
- Written Examination (Part-I): 1000 Marks
- Oral Test/Personality Test (Part-II): 200 Marks
how to apply
Candidates who satisfy the eligibility criteria can apply online for UPSC Various Posts Recruitment 2026.
- Applications should be submitted online on or before 03-03-2026.
- To apply directly, use the online application link given in the Important Links section.
- Alternatively, candidates can visit the official website of UPSC to complete the application.
- Fill the application form carefully with correct personal, educational and contact details.
- Upload the required documents like photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
- Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
UPSC Indian Economic Service/Indian Statistical Service Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
UPSC IES/ISS Online Form 2026 (FAQs)
Q: When did the application process for UPSC IES/ISS 2026 begin?
Ans: The online application process started on 11 February 2026.
Q: What is the last date to apply online?
Ans: The last date to submit the application form is 03 March 2026.
Q: What is the exam date for UPSC IES/ISS 2026?
Ans: The examination is scheduled to commence on 19 June 2026.
Q: How many vacancies are available?
Ans: There are a total of 44 vacancies (16 for Indian Economic Service and 28 for Indian Statistical Service).
Q: What is the age limit for this examination?
Ans: Candidates must be between 21 and 30 years of age as on 1st August 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories.
Q: What is the application fee?
Ans: The fee is Rs. 200/- for General/OBC candidates. Female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from payment.