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UPSC IFoS Mains Timetable 2025 has been released, with the exam scheduled from November 16 to November 23, 2025. The exam will be conducted in two sessions daily—Forenoon (9:00 AM–12:00 Noon) and Afternoon (2:30 PM–5:30 PM). Candidates can download the official timetable PDF and exam centre list from the UPSC website.
UPSC IFoS Mains Timetable 2025: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the timetable for the Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Mains Examination 2025. The UPSC IFoS exam will begin on November 16, 2025, and continue until November 23, 2025. Candidates who have cleared the Prelims stage are now eligible to appear for the Mains.
The IFoS Mains is a crucial stage, as it determines the final merit and selection for civil services in India. The exam will be conducted in two sessions each day – the Forenoon Session (9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon) and the Afternoon Session (2:30 PM to 5:30 PM).
UPSC IFoS Mains exam date 2025 is November 16, 2025 (Sunday) as per IFS Mains exam schedule 2025, with the General English and General Knowledge papers. These are compulsory for all candidates and set the foundation of the exam.
UPSC IFoS Mains Timetable 2025 also includes optional subject papers such as Mathematics, Statistics, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, etc. Candidates are required to choose optional subjects as per the rules and eligibility. Below is the complete subject-wise date and session schedule:
| UPSC IFoS Mains Timetable 2025 | ||
| Date & Day | Forenoon Session (9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon) | Afternoon Session (2:30 PM – 5:30 PM) |
| 16-11-2025 (Sunday) | General English | General Knowledge |
| 17-11-2025 (Monday) | No Paper (Rest Day) | No Paper (Rest Day) |
| 18-11-2025 (Tuesday) | Mathematics Paper-I / Statistics Paper-I | Mathematics Paper-II / Statistics Paper-II |
| 19-11-2025 (Wednesday) | Civil Engineering Paper-I / Chemical Engineering Paper-I / Mechanical Engineering Paper-I / Zoology Paper-I | Civil Engineering Paper-II / Chemical Engineering Paper-II / Mechanical Engineering Paper-II / Zoology Paper-II |
| 20-11-2025 (Thursday) | Agricultural Engineering Paper-I / Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science Paper-I / Physics Paper-I | Agricultural Engineering Paper-II / Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science Paper-II / Physics Paper-II |
| 21-11-2025 (Friday) | Chemistry Paper-I / Botany Paper-I | Chemistry Paper-II / Botany Paper-II |
| 22-11-2025 (Saturday) | Geology Paper-I | Geology Paper-II |
| 23-11-2025 (Sunday) | Agriculture Paper-I / Forestry Paper-I | Agriculture Paper-II / Forestry Paper-II |
The UPSC has uploaded the official UPSC IFoS Mains Timetable 2025 in PDF format on its website. The UPSC IFoS Mains 2025 Timetable PDF clearly mentions the dates, days, sessions, and subjects for each paper. Candidates are advised to download and keep a copy for reference throughout their preparation and examination days. Candidates can download or check pdf from here.
UPSC IFoS Mains Exam Center Reporting Time is around 30 minutes before the examination begins. Reporting at the exam center in time is important to ensure smooth entry and avoid any last-minute delays. The Indian Forest Mains exam 2025 is conducted in two sessions:
UPSC IFoS Mains 2025 exam will be conducted across various centers in different states. The list of exam centers includes 10 cities in 10 different states. Candidates must choose their centers carefully while filling out the application form. Candidates will be notified of their exam centers through their e-admit cards, which will be available for download closer to the exam date.
Below is the state-wise UPSC IFoS Mains Exam Centre 2025 list, which will be accessible once admit cards are issued.
| UPSC IFoS Mains Exam Centre 2025 | |
| State | Centers |
| Madhya Pradesh | Bhopal |
| Tamil Nadu | Chennai |
| Delhi | Delhi |
| Assam | Dispur (Guwahati) |
| Telangana | Hyderabad |
| West Bengal | Kolkata |
| Uttar Pradesh | Lucknow |
| Maharashtra | Nagpur |
| Andaman and Nicobar Islands | Port Blair |
| Himachal Pradesh | Shimla |
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The UPSC IFoS Mains 2025 exam will be held from November 16 to November 23, 2025.
The exam will be conducted in two sessions: 9:00 AM–12:00 Noon and 2:30 PM–5:30 PM.
General English and General Knowledge are the compulsory papers.
The official timetable can be downloaded in PDF format from the UPSC website.
The exam will be conducted in 10 centres across different states of India.
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