UPSC Rank Wise Post 2026: IAS, IPS, IFS Allocation Trends

UPSC Rank Wise Post 2026 explains how candidates are allotted services like IAS, IPS, and IFS based on their final rank in the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE). Every year, lakhs of aspirants compete for a limited number of vacancies, making the final rank a decisive factor in service allocation.

To set realistic targets and plan preparation effectively, it is important to understand how UPSC rank wise post allocation works. This article explains the concept using trends from previous years and gives an idea of the last ranks for major services.

What is UPSC Rank?

The UPSC Rank, also known as All India Rank (AIR), is the final merit position secured by a candidate after clearing all three stages of the Civil Services Examination.

• The rank is calculated based on marks obtained in the Mains (written) examination and the Interview (Personality Test).
  
• The Prelims exam is qualifying in nature and does not count toward the final rank.
  
• A higher rank usually results in allotment to top services like IAS, while comparatively lower ranks are allotted other Group A or Group B services.
  
• Service allocation depends on rank, category, preference order, and availability of vacancies.

How is the UPSC Rank Allocated?

UPSC prepares the final merit list by adding:

• Marks of the Mains written examination
  
• Marks of the Interview (Personality Test)
  

Based on this total score, candidates are ranked in the All India Merit List, which is then used for service allocation by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT).

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Factors Affecting UPSC Rank Wise Post Allocation

Add clarity on why the same rank may get different services:

• Category (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS)
  
• Number of vacancies in a particular year
  
• Medical fitness standards (especially for IPS, IFS)
  
• Candidate’s service preference list

UPSC Rank Wise Post 2026

The UPSC Rank Wise Post 2026 distribution will be officially released by the DoPT after the final result and service allocation process.

Based on previous years’ trends:

• Top-ranked candidates usually get IAS
  
• Followed by IFS and IPS
  
• Other services are allotted as per rank, preferences, and vacancy position
  

The exact rank cut-offs may vary each year depending on the number of vacancies and category-wise allocation.

UPSC Rank Wise Post Allocation 2025 to 2015

This section explains the final rank allocated for IAS, IPS, and IFS in different years based on the UPSC rank wise post distribution released after the final results.

UPSC Rank Wise Post Allocation 2025

The UPSC Civil Services 2025 final result (Rank Wise Post Allocation 2025) is yet to be announced by the Union Public Service Commission. Once the final result is declared, the UPSC rank wise post distribution for IAS, IPS, IFS, Central Services Group ‘A’, and Group ‘B’ services will be updated here.

UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2024

Here are UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2024;

UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2022

Here are UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2022;

UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2021

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UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2020

Here are UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2020;

UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2019

Here are UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2019;

UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2018

Here are UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2018;

UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2017

Here are UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2017;

UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2016

Here are UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2016;

UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2015

Here are UPSC Rank Wise Post Distribution 2015;

UPSC Rank Wise Post and Salary Structure

UPSC rank wise post and salary helps aspirants make informed choices. At the entry level, most Group A services start at the same pay scale under the 7th Pay Commission.

UPSC Rank Wise Post and Salary (Indicative)

Note: Rank ranges are indicative and may vary based on category and vacancies.

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IAS vs IPS vs IFS vs IRS – Rank Comparison

Different UPSC ranks lead to different services. Generally, IAS requires the highest rank, followed by IFS, IPS, and IRS.

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