The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination 2026. A total of 44 posts are available for eligible candidates.
Interested candidates with relevant Economics or Statistics qualifications can submit the online application from 11 February 2026 to 03 March 2026 through the official website upsc.gov.in.
This article provides complete details including eligibility, age limit, vacancy distribution, selection process, exam date and application steps.
UPSC IES ISS Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | UPSC |
| Exam Name | Indian Economic Service / Indian Statistical Service |
| Advertisement No. | 07/2026-IES/ISS |
| Total Vacancies | 44 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Notification Date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | 19 June 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Indian Economic Service (IES) | 16 |
| Indian Statistical Service (ISS) | 28 |
| Total | 44 |
Educational Qualification
For Indian Economic Service (IES)
Candidates must have a Post-Graduate Degree in any of the following:
- Economics
- Applied Economics
- Business Economics
- Econometrics
For Indian Statistical Service (ISS)
Candidates must possess either:
- Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Applied Statistics
OR - Master’s Degree in Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Applied Statistics
Age Limit (as on 1 August 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST – 5 Years
- OBC – 3 Years
- Ex-Servicemen – 5 Years
- PwBD – 10 Years
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹200 |
| Female / SC / ST / PwBD | Exempted |
Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed in Junior Time Scale of respective services under Government of India pay structure along with allowances.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 11 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 11 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 March 2026 |
| Written Examination | 19 June 2026 |
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of two stages:
- Written Examination – 1000 Marks
- Viva Voce / Personality Test – 200 Marks
Candidates must qualify both stages for final selection.
Apply Online for UPSC IES/ISS 2026
Follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official UPSC website. Click here
- Open the IES/ISS 2026 online application link.
- Register with basic details.
- Fill the application form carefully.
- Upload photo, signature and required certificates.
- Pay the fee (if applicable).
- Verify all information before final submit.
- Download and print the application form for future use.
UPSC IES/ISS 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply?
03 March 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are released?
44 posts (16 IES + 28 ISS).
Q3. What is the age limit?
21 to 30 years with category-wise relaxation.
Q4. What is the exam date?
19 June 2026.
Q5. What is the selection method?
Written exam + Interview (Personality Test).
This recruitment is a great opportunity for Economics and Statistics students aiming for a prestigious Group-A Central Government career. Candidates are advised to apply before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.