UPSC IFS Result 2025 (Final) Out: Topper List, Merit List PDF & AIR 1 Details

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially declared the final result of the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2024 on 19th May 2025. The written examination was held from 24th November to 1st December 2024, followed by the Personality Test interviews conducted between 21st April and 2nd May 2025. Based on the combined performance, a total of 143 candidates have been recommended for appointment. This includes candidates from various categories, along with those selected under PwBD quotas. The final merit list is now available on the official UPSC website.

UPSC Indian Forest Service (IFS) Final Result 2024 Declared

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has declared the final result of the Indian Forest Service Examination 2025 on 8th May 2026. The selection process included the written examination 16th November to 23rd November, followed by the and the interviews for Personality Test held from 6th April to 15th April, 2026 . Based on the performance in both stages, a total of 148 candidates have been recommended for appointment to various posts in the Indian Forest Service.

The result list, arranged in order of merit, includes candidates selected under different categories. The category-wise breakup of the 143 recommended candidates is as follows:

IFS Topper List 2025 – IFS Results Out

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Final Result 2025 on 8 May 2026. In the final merit list, Basavaraj Kempawad secured Rank 1, followed by Anshuman Kumar Singh at Rank 2 and Siddharath at Rank 3. Karan Kumar Singh secured Rank 4, while Aanchal Sharma achieved Rank 5 in the UPSC IFoS 2025 examination. These candidates emerged as the top performers after qualifying the written examination and Personality Test rounds conducted by UPSC.

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This final selection reflects the culmination of one of India’s most prestigious civil services examinations and opens the door for these candidates to serve in India’s esteemed Indian Forest Service, playing a crucial role in the conservation and management of the country’s forest resources.

Candidates can check the full merit list and official notice on the UPSC website.

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IFS AIR 1 Rank 2025 “Basavaraj Kempawad”

Basavaraj Kempawad secured All India Rank 1 in the UPSC Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2025. He belongs to Savadi village in Karnataka’s Belagavi district and comes from a humble farming family. Despite financial struggles and failing to clear the prelims in his first attempt, Basavaraj rebuilt his preparation strategy through self-study, discipline, and consistent hard work. He completed his B.Sc. in Forestry from the College of Forestry, Sirsi, and prepared for the examination without coaching support. His inspiring journey from a farmer’s son to UPSC IFS AIR 1 has motivated thousands of aspirants across the country.

Steps to Download the IFS Final Result 2025

Once released, candidates can follow these steps to download the IFS final result PDF:

1. Visit the official UPSC website.
2. Go to the “What’s New” section on the homepage.
3. Click on the link titled “Indian Forest Service (Final) Examination 2024 Result.”
4. Download the PDF file that opens.
5. Use ‘Ctrl + F’ to search for your roll number.
6. Save or print the file for future reference.

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What to Do After the IFS Final Result

Candidates who find their roll numbers in the final result list should prepare for the following steps:

• Medical Examination: Qualified candidates may be required to undergo a medical examination as part of the selection process.
• Document Verification: Ensure all necessary documents are in order for verification.
• Training: Selected candidates will undergo training at the Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy (IGNFA) in Dehradun.

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