Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for Indian Economic Service (IES) / Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination 2026. A total of 44 vacancies are available. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online within the stipulated time.
🔹 UPSC IES/ISS Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam Name | Indian Economic Service / Indian Statistical Service Examination 2026 |
| Total Posts | 44 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | Rs. 200/- |
| Last Date | 03 March 2026 |
📌 Examination-wise Vacancy
| Service | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Indian Economic Service (IES) | 16 |
| Indian Statistical Service (ISS) | 28 |
| Total | 44 |
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01 August 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Candidate must be born between 02 August 1996 and 01 August 2005.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC/NCL) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
🎓 Educational Qualification
Indian Economic Service (IES)
Candidates must have a Post-Graduate Degree in any of the following:
- Economics
- Applied Economics
- Business Economics
- Econometrics
from a recognized university or institute.
Indian Statistical Service (ISS)
Candidates must have either:
- Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Applied Statistics as one of the subjects
OR - Master’s Degree in Statistics / Mathematical Statistics / Applied Statistics
from a recognized university.
🏃 Physical Standards
Candidates must be physically fit as per the standards prescribed in Appendix III of the official examination rules published in the Gazette of India dated 11 February 2026.
💳 Application Fee
- Rs. 200/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates
- No fee for:
- Female candidates
- SC/ST candidates
- Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD)
Payment Modes
- SBI branch cash
- Visa / Master / RuPay Card
- UPI
- Internet Banking
📝 How to Apply for UPSC IES/ISS Recruitment
Follow these steps:
- Scroll to the Important Web-Links section below.
- Click on Online Application Form and complete registration.
- Log in again using your credentials.
- Fill in personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee as applicable.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date to Apply | 11 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 March 2026 |
🔗 Important Web-Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
❓ FAQs – UPSC IES/ISS Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for UPSC IES/ISS 2026?
👉 03 March 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are announced?
👉 Total 44 posts.
Q3. What is the age limit for UPSC IES/ISS exam?
👉 21 to 30 years as on 01 August 2026.
Q4. What is the application fee?
👉 Rs. 200/- (Female/SC/ST/PwBD are exempted).
Q5. What qualification is required for ISS?
👉 Bachelor’s with Statistics as a subject or Master’s in Statistics.
Q6. What qualification is required for IES?
👉 Postgraduate degree in Economics or related subjects.
✅ Conclusion
UPSC IES/ISS Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity for candidates with strong backgrounds in Economics and Statistics to join prestigious central services. Interested applicants should complete the online application well before 03 March 2026 to avoid last-minute issues.Stay updated with the latest job news by visiting NiyogAssam.com regularly.