UPSC IFS Exam 2023: Prelims, Mains, Interview Key Dates and Highlights

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UPSC IFS Exam 2023 details, important dates, and stages. Check the UPSC Notification 2023 calendar, eligibility, and application process. Get insights into Prelims, Mains, and Interview structures, optional subjects, and final ranking criteria. Stay updated with key events and FAQs for a successful exam journey.

UPSC IFS Exam 2023: Prelims, Mains, Interview Key Dates and Highlights

UPSC IFS Exam 2023 Notification: Important Dates and Application Details

The Union Public Service Commission has released the calendar for UPSC notification 2023 on the official website of UPSC. UPSC notification 2023 was released on  01 February 2023  and the application forms are available from March. Candidates can apply through online mode only via the official website of UPSC. UPSC has released the dates of the IFS Exam 2023.

UPSC IFS Exam 2023: Stages, Eligibility, and Important Dates

The UPSC IFS Exam 2023 is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to recruit officers for the Indian Forest Service.

  • Exam Stages- The exam process consists of three stages: Preliminary Examination, Mains Examination, and Personality Test (Interview).
  • Eligibility- Candidates need to meet specific eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications and age limits, to apply for the IFS Exam 2023.
  • Preliminary Examination- The Prelims include two papers: General Studies (GS) and Civil Service Aptitude Test (CSAT). The Prelims serve as a screening test, and marks obtained are not considered for the final ranking.
  • Mains Examination- The IFS Exam 2023 is a written exam with six papers, including General English, General Knowledge, and optional subjects chosen by the candidates. Optional subjects often include forestry, botany, zoology, environmental science, and more.
  • Personality Test (Interview)- Successful candidates from the IFS Exam 2023 are called for the Personality Test, commonly known as the Interview. The interview assesses the candidate’s suitability for the Indian Forest Service and covers a range of topics.
  • Syllabus- The syllabus includes topics related to forestry, environmental science, general studies, and current affairs.
  • Optional Subjects- Candidates can choose optional subjects based on their background and interests, allowing for specialization in specific areas.
  • Final Ranking- The final ranking is determined by combining the IFS Exam 2023 marks and the Interview marks.
  • Service Allocation- Candidates who successfully clear the UPSC IFS Exam 2023 are allocated to various positions within the Indian Forest Service.

According to the UPSC Calendar, the UPSC (Preliminary) Exam 2023 took place on May 28, 2023, and the IFS Mains Exam 2023 was conducted on November 26, 2023, 

UPSC IFS Exam 2023 Calendar: Important Dates and Events

Events of IFS Exam 2023 Date of IFS Exam 2023
Official UPSC notification 2023

Application Begin

1st February 2023
Last Date for Apply Online  21st February 2023
Correction Edit Form 22nd to 28th February 2023
Prelims Admit Card Available 8th May 2023
Prelims Exam Date 28th  May 2023
Pre Result Available  12 June 2023
IFS Mains Admit Card Available :  17th November 2023
Paper I and Paper II 26th November 2023 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM- Paper I (English)
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM– Paper II (General Knowledge)
Optional Paper (Paper III, IV, V, VI) 28 November 2023 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM- Mathematics PaperI/ Statistics Paper I/Zoology Paper I

2:00 PM to 5:00 PM- Mathematics Paper II/Statistics Paper II/Zoology Paper II 

29 November 2023 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM- Physics Paper I/Botany Paper I/

2:00 PM to 5:00 PM- Physics Paper II/ Botany Paper II

30 November 2023 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM- Agricultural Engineering Paper I/ Geology Paper I

2:00 PM to 5:00 PM- Agricultural Engineering Paper II/Geology Paper II

1 December 2023 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM- Agriculture Paper I/Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Paper I

2:00 PM to 5:00 PM- Agriculture Paper I/Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science I

2 December 2023 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM- Forestry Paper I

2:00PM to 5:00 PM- Forestry Paper II

3 December 2023 9:00AM to 12:00PM- Civil Engineering Paper I/Chemical Engineering Paper I/Mechanical Engineering Paper I/Chemistry Paper I

2:00 PM to 5:00 PM- Civil Engineering Paper-II/Chemical Engineering Paper-II/Mechanical Engineering Paper II/Chemistry Paper II

Mains Result Available To be notified soon
Interview Schedule To be notified soon

 

Structure & Stages of UPSC IFS Exam 2023: Prelims, Mains, Interview

UPSC IFS Exam 2023 Pattern: Prelims, Mains, and Interview Structure

  • UPSC IFS Prelims 2023: GS and CSAT Exam Details
    • This stage of exam have two objective-type papers: General Studies (GS I) and Civil Service Aptitude Test (CSAT).
    • General Studies paper has 100 questions on various subjects, each carrying 2 marks totalling of 200 marks.
    • Preliminary exam serves as a screening test, and its scores are not considered for the final ranking.
  • UPSC IFS Mains 2023: 6 Papers, Optional Subjects, and Ranking Criteria
    • Consists of 6 descriptive papers.
    • Paper I: General English (Essay, Comprehension, Precis Writing)
    • Paper II: General Knowledge (Covers a broad range of subjects like Indian politics, history, geography)
    • Papers III, IV, V, VI: Optional subjects chosen by candidates (e.g., forestry, botany, or environmental science).
    • Marks obtained in all these papers contribute to the final ranking.
    • Mains Exam assesses in-depth knowledge, understanding, and analytical abilities in various subjects related to forestry, environmental science, and other relevant areas.
  • UPSC IFS Interview 2023: Selection Criteria and Final Ranking
    • Candidates who clear the Mains Exam are eligible for the interview stage.
    • The interview will carry 300 marks (with no minimum qualifying marks).
    • The interview assesses the candidate’s suitability for a career in the Indian Forest Service.
    • Successful candidates in the interview stage are ultimately selected for various posts within the Indian Forest Services.
    • Marks obtained in the interview, combined with Mains Exam scores, determine the final ranking.
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UPSC IFS Exam FAQs

The official notification for UPSC IFS was released on 1 February 2023.

Yes, both papers scheduled on the same day differ by shifts.
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