UPSC IES ISS Recruitment 2026: notification for 44 vacancies. Check eligibility, age limit, salary, exam date, application process & direct apply link.
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the Indian Economic Service (IES) / Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination 2026 notification. A total of 44 vacancies are announced. Eligible candidates can apply online through the UPSC official website before 03 March 2026.
UPSC IES ISS Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 07/2026–IES/ISS |
| Exam Name | Indian Economic Service / Indian Statistical Service Exam 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 44 |
| Apply Start Date | 11 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 March 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Post Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Indian Economic Service (IES) | 16 |
| Indian Statistical Service (ISS) | 28 |
| Total | 44 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
For Indian Economic Service (IES):
- Post-Graduate Degree in Economics / Applied Economics / Business Economics / Econometrics
For Indian Statistical Service (ISS):
- Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Applied Statistics
- OR Master’s Degree in Statistics
Candidates appearing in final year are also eligible
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
| Category | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: Up to 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed in Junior Time Scale with salary as per 7th Pay Commission, including:
- Basic Pay
- DA, HRA
- Other Central Government Allowances
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹200 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female | No Fee |
Payment Mode: Online (UPI / Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 11 February 2026 |
| Apply Online Start | 11 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 March 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 19 June 2026 |
Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Interview / Personality Test
- Document Verification
How to Apply Online
- Visit official website upsconline.nic.in
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill IES / ISS Examination 2026 application form
- Upload photo & signature
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit and take printout
Exam Centres
Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna, Prayagraj, Shillong, Thiruvananthapuram and other cities across India.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Download Notification |
| Apply Online | upsconline.nic.in |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
UPSC IES ISS Recruitment 2026 is a golden opportunity for candidates with Economics and Statistics background to secure a prestigious Central Government job. Interested candidates should apply well before the last date.