Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 07/2026-IES/ISS for recruitment to the Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS) for the year 2026. A total of 44 vacancies have been announced.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website from 11 February 2026 to 03 March 2026. The selection will be done through a written examination followed by an interview. Check full details below before applying.
Overview of UPSC IES/ISS Recruitment 2026
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Examination Name | IES/ISS Examination 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 07/2026-IES/ISS |
| Total Vacancies | 44 |
| Services | Indian Economic Service / Indian Statistical Service |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Age Limit | 21–30 Years (as on 01 August 2026) |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Interview |
| Exam Date | 19 June 2026 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 March 2026 |
All important information regarding vacancies, eligibility, exam date and application process is provided below.
Important Dates
| Notification Release | 11 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 11 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 March 2026 |
| Written Examination | 19 June 2026 |
Vacancy Details of UPSC IES/ISS Recruitment 2026
| Service | Total Posts |
| Indian Economic Service (IES) | 16 |
| Indian Statistical Service (ISS) | 28 |
| Total | 44 |
Eligibility Criteria of UPSC IES/ISS 2026
| Service | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
| Indian Economic Service (IES) | Post-Graduate Degree in Economics / Applied Economics / Business Economics / Econometrics from a recognized university | 21–30 Years as on 01 August 2026 |
| Indian Statistical Service (ISS) | Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Applied Statistics as one subject OR Master’s Degree in Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Applied Statistics | 21–30 Years as on 01 August 2026 |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | 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 | Nil |
Fee must be paid online through the UPSC portal.
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
Written Examination (Part I)
- Total Marks: 1000
- Subject-specific papers for IES and ISS
Viva Voce / Personality Test (Part II)
- Total Marks: 200
- Conducted for candidates shortlisted from written examination
Final selection is based on total marks obtained in both stages.
Salary Structure
Selected candidates will be appointed in the Junior Time Scale of the respective services as per Government of India rules. The pay includes basic pay, dearness allowance, house rent allowance and other central government benefits.
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online through the official website upsc.gov.in. Complete the One-Time Registration, fill in the required details, upload documents, pay the fee if applicable and submit the application before 03 March 2026.
Important Links
Official Website: upsc.gov.in
Notification: Advertisement No. 07/2026-IES/ISS
Apply Online: Through UPSC Online Portal