UPSC IES / ISS Examination 2026 Recruitment and Results

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducted the Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS) Examination in 2026. This recruitment process was aimed at filling 44 vacancies across the two services. Candidates were required to hold relevant postgraduate degrees in Economics or Statistics to be eligible for the respective posts. The selection process involved a written examination followed by an interview, document verification, and a medical examination.

The written examination was held in June 2026, with results declared in August 2026. Candidates who qualified in the written stage were invited for interviews scheduled for November 2026. The examination process was conducted on an all-India basis, and the positions are permanent government roles with a pay scale ranging from 56,100 to 177,500 per month. Applicants were required to be between 21 and 30 years of age as of August 1, 2026, with standard age relaxations provided for reserved categories. All official updates, including admit cards, answer keys, and final interview schedules, were managed through the official UPSC portal.