Q2. How can I check my UPSC IES / ISS Interview Date 2026?

Download the IES or ISS interview schedule PDF from upsc.gov.in, press Ctrl + F and search your Roll Number. The PDF lists the date, session and roll numbers of shortlisted candidates.

Q3. What is the age limit for UPSC IES / ISS Recruitment 2026?

The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum age is 30 years as on 01 August 2026. Candidates must be born between 2 August 1996 and 1 August 2005, with relaxation for reserved categories as per UPSC rules.

Q4. Which documents are required at the UPSC IES / ISS Personality Test?

Candidates must carry the printed e-Summon Letter, updated DAF copy, photo ID, Class 10 certificate, relevant degree certificates and marksheets, category certificate (if applicable), passport photographs and NOC for government servants.

Union Public Service Commission UPSC Indian Economic Service IES and Indian Statistical Service ISS Recruitment 2026 Interview Schedule for 44 Post

Author: Sarkari Exam Pro Team|Last Updated at: October 15, 2026 5:11 PM (ताज़ा अपडेट)

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the IES / ISS Interview Schedule 2026 for 44 Post (Indian Economic Service: 16, Indian Statistical Service: 28). Candidates who qualified the written examination held from 19 – 21 June 2026 and updated their Detailed Application Form between 11 August 2026 and 25 August 2026 can now check their Personality Test dates. The interview is scheduled from 02 – 05 November 2026. The application window for the examination was 11 February 2026 to 03 March 2026, with the age limit of 21 – 30 Years as on 01 August 2026. Applicants must carry the e-Summon Letter, DAF copy, photo ID and original certificates to the interview venue. Download the IES and ISS interview schedule PDFs and check your roll number on SarkariExam.pro.

Important Dates (महत्वपूर्ण तिथियां)

Online Application Start Date : 11 February 2026
Last Date for Apply Online : 03 March 2026 (18:00 hrs)
Last Date for Fee Payment : 03 March 2026
Application Correction Window : 05 – 11 March 2026
Admit Card Release : 12 June 2026
Written Examination : 19 – 21 June 2026
ISS Provisional Answer Key : 24 June 2026
Written Result Declaration : 04 August 2026
DAF Updation for Qualified Candidates : 11 – 25 August 2026
Interview Schedule Upload : 15 October 2026
Interview / Personality Test : 02 – 05 November 2026

Application Fee (आवेदन शुल्क)

General / OBC / EWS : Rs. 200/-
SC / ST : Rs. 200/-
SC / ST Female / PH Candidates : Rs. 0/-
Payment Mode : Online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet.
The application fee is non-refundable once paid.

UPSC IES / ISS Recruitment 2026 : Age Limit as on 01 August 2026 (आयु सीमा)

Minimum Age : 21 Years
Maximum Age : 30 Years
Candidate must have been born not earlier than 2nd August 1996 and not later than 1st August 2005.
Age Relaxation : Extra as per UPSC Examination 2026 rules (OBC: 3 Years, SC/ST: 5 Years, PwD: 10 Years, Ex-Servicemen as per norms).
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Total Post (कुल पद)

44 Posts

UPSC IES / ISS Vacancy Details 2026 : Total 44 Posts

Post Name			Total Post		Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
Indian Economic Service (IES)			16		Post Graduate Degree in Economics, Business Economics or Econometrics from a recognised University in India. Candidates appearing in the final qualifying examination may apply provisionally, but must produce proof of passing at the time of Personality Test. Candidate must fulfil all eligibility conditions prescribed in the official UPSC notification.
Indian Statistical Service (ISS)			28		Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics, Mathematical Statistics or Applied Statistics as a subject; OR Master’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematical Statistics or Applied Statistics from a recognised University. Provisional applicants must submit final pass certificate and marksheets during document verification.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern
Stage 1 – Written Examination: Descriptive papers covering General English, General Studies and subject-specific papers for IES / ISS. Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in each paper and in aggregate. Stage 2 – Personality Test / Interview: Conducted for candidates who qualify the written stage. The interview assesses mental alertness, critical powers of assimilation, clear and logical exposition, balance of judgement, depth of interest, social cohesion, leadership and intellectual and moral integrity. Stage 3 – Document Verification & Medical Examination: Verification of original certificates, eligibility records and medical fitness as per UPSC rules. Final merit is prepared on the basis of written examination and interview marks.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern

Stage 1 – Written Examination: Descriptive papers covering General English, General Studies and subject-specific papers for IES / ISS. Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in each paper and in aggregate.
Stage 2 – Personality Test / Interview: Conducted for candidates who qualify the written stage. The interview assesses mental alertness, critical powers of assimilation, clear and logical exposition, balance of judgement, depth of interest, social cohesion, leadership and intellectual and moral integrity.
Stage 3 – Document Verification & Medical Examination: Verification of original certificates, eligibility records and medical fitness as per UPSC rules. Final merit is prepared on the basis of written examination and interview marks.

Mandatory Documents Checklist for Interview / Personality Test
Printed copy of the e-Summon Letter for the Personality Test. Copy of the updated Detailed Application Form (DAF) submitted online. Matriculation / Class 10 certificate as proof of Date of Birth. Post Graduate degree certificate and marksheets for IES; Bachelor’s or Master’s degree certificate and marksheets for ISS. Valid Caste / EWS / PwD certificate in the prescribed format, if applicable. Valid photo identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport or Driving Licence. Recent passport-size photographs (identical to the one uploaded in the application). No Objection Certificate (NOC) for candidates already in government service.

Mandatory Documents Checklist for Interview / Personality Test

Printed copy of the e-Summon Letter for the Personality Test.
Copy of the updated Detailed Application Form (DAF) submitted online.
Matriculation / Class 10 certificate as proof of Date of Birth.
Post Graduate degree certificate and marksheets for IES; Bachelor’s or Master’s degree certificate and marksheets for ISS.
Valid Caste / EWS / PwD certificate in the prescribed format, if applicable.
Valid photo identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport or Driving Licence.
Recent passport-size photographs (identical to the one uploaded in the application).
No Objection Certificate (NOC) for candidates already in government service.

UPSC IES / ISS Interview Day Guidelines
Report at the venue at least 60 minutes before the scheduled time mentioned in the e-Summon Letter. Carry all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies. Electronic devices, smart watches, mobile phones and study material are not permitted inside the interview premises. Follow the venue and reporting instructions printed on the individual e-Summon Letter.

How to Check & Download UPSC IES / ISS Interview Schedule 2026
Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in. Go to the “Examinations” or “Interview Schedule” section on the homepage. Find and click the link for Indian Economic Service / Indian Statistical Service Examination 2026 Interview Schedule. The interview schedule PDF for IES and ISS will open on your screen. Press Ctrl + F and enter your Roll Number to search your name and interview date. Verify your Roll Number, Name, Interview Date and Session carefully. Download and save the PDF for future reference and take a printout. Login at upsconline.nic.in to download the individual e-Summon Letter.

How to Check & Download UPSC IES / ISS Interview Schedule 2026

Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.
Go to the “Examinations” or “Interview Schedule” section on the homepage.
Find and click the link for Indian Economic Service / Indian Statistical Service Examination 2026 Interview Schedule.
The interview schedule PDF for IES and ISS will open on your screen.
Press Ctrl + F and enter your Roll Number to search your name and interview date.
Verify your Roll Number, Name, Interview Date and Session carefully.
Download and save the PDF for future reference and take a printout.
Login at upsconline.nic.in to download the individual e-Summon Letter.

DAF Updation & e-Summon Letter Download
Written qualified candidates must log in at upsconline.nic.in using their registration credentials. Open the Detailed Application Form (DAF) updation link for IES / ISS Examination 2026. Fill in complete educational, personal and service details and upload the required documents. Submit the DAF before the last date of 25 August 2026. After the interview schedule is released, download the e-Summon Letter from the same portal and check the venue, date, session and reporting time.

DAF Updation & e-Summon Letter Download

Written qualified candidates must log in at upsconline.nic.in using their registration credentials.
Open the Detailed Application Form (DAF) updation link for IES / ISS Examination 2026.
Fill in complete educational, personal and service details and upload the required documents.
Submit the DAF before the last date of 25 August 2026.
After the interview schedule is released, download the e-Summon Letter from the same portal and check the venue, date, session and reporting time.

Category-Wise Reservation Norms & Age Relaxation Matrix
Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer): 3 Years relaxation in the upper age limit. Candidates must present a valid OBC-NCL certificate issued within the prescribed financial year by a competent revenue authority. Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 Years upper age relaxation along with complete exemption from application examination fees in accordance with Central / State Government reservation policies. Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10% reservation in direct recruitment vacancies for eligible candidates holding a valid EWS Income & Asset Certificate issued by an authorized Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years age relaxation for UR/EWS, 13 Years for OBC, and 15 Years for SC/ST categories, including scribe facility provisions as per RPwD Act 2016. Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Deduction of actual military service rendered from the candidate's age plus an additional 3 years relaxation, subject to fulfilling minimum service norms.

Category-Wise Reservation Norms & Age Relaxation Matrix

Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer): 3 Years relaxation in the upper age limit. Candidates must present a valid OBC-NCL certificate issued within the prescribed financial year by a competent revenue authority.
Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 Years upper age relaxation along with complete exemption from application examination fees in accordance with Central / State Government reservation policies.
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10% reservation in direct recruitment vacancies for eligible candidates holding a valid EWS Income & Asset Certificate issued by an authorized Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer.
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years age relaxation for UR/EWS, 13 Years for OBC, and 15 Years for SC/ST categories, including scribe facility provisions as per RPwD Act 2016.
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Deduction of actual military service rendered from the candidate's age plus an additional 3 years relaxation, subject to fulfilling minimum service norms.

How to Fill Union Public Service Commission UPSC Online Application Form 2026
Visit the official recruitment web portal or click the direct Apply Online link available on SarkariExam.pro. Carefully review the official recruitment notification PDF to confirm post-wise eligibility, vacancies, and important deadlines. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing an active mobile number, valid email address, and personal basic details to generate login credentials. Log in with your registration credentials and accurately enter personal details, father's/mother's name, communication address, and educational qualifications. Upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photograph, running signature, and mandatory eligibility certificates in the prescribed file formats and sizes. Thoroughly preview all entered information in the application form before final submission to eliminate errors or omissions. Pay the applicable examination application fee using secure online payment gateways (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or QR code). Submit the final application form, download the generated PDF confirmation receipt, and keep printed copies safe for document verification and interview stages.

How to Fill Union Public Service Commission UPSC Online Application Form 2026

Visit the official recruitment web portal or click the direct Apply Online link available on SarkariExam.pro.
Carefully review the official recruitment notification PDF to confirm post-wise eligibility, vacancies, and important deadlines.
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing an active mobile number, valid email address, and personal basic details to generate login credentials.
Log in with your registration credentials and accurately enter personal details, father's/mother's name, communication address, and educational qualifications.
Upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photograph, running signature, and mandatory eligibility certificates in the prescribed file formats and sizes.
Thoroughly preview all entered information in the application form before final submission to eliminate errors or omissions.
Pay the applicable examination application fee using secure online payment gateways (Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or QR code).
Submit the final application form, download the generated PDF confirmation receipt, and keep printed copies safe for document verification and interview stages.

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Frequently Asked Questions (अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल)

Official answers regarding eligibility, age criteria, fees, and schedule (पात्रता, तिथियां एवं चयन प्रक्रिया)

The interview schedule was uploaded on the official UPSC website on 15 October 2026, covering Personality Tests scheduled from 02 to 05 November 2026.

UPSC IES / ISS Interview Schedule 2026 for 44 Post - Sarkari Exam Official Notification

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Union Public Service Commission UPSC Indian Economic Service IES and Indian Statistical Service ISS Recruitment 2026 Interview Schedule for 44 Post

Author: Sarkari Exam Pro Team|Last Updated at: October 15, 2026 5:11 PM (ताज़ा अपडेट)

Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
Indian Economic Service (IES)	16	Post Graduate Degree in Economics, Business Economics or Econometrics from a recognised University in India. Candidates appearing in the final qualifying examination may apply provisionally, but must produce proof of passing at the time of Personality Test. Candidate must fulfil all eligibility conditions prescribed in the official UPSC notification.
Indian Statistical Service (ISS)	28	Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics, Mathematical Statistics or Applied Statistics as a subject; OR Master’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematical Statistics or Applied Statistics from a recognised University. Provisional applicants must submit final pass certificate and marksheets during document verification.

Post Name

Total Post

Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

Indian Economic Service (IES)

Post Graduate Degree in Economics, Business Economics or Econometrics from a recognised University in India.
Candidates appearing in the final qualifying examination may apply provisionally, but must produce proof of passing at the time of Personality Test.
Candidate must fulfil all eligibility conditions prescribed in the official UPSC notification.

Indian Statistical Service (ISS)

Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics, Mathematical Statistics or Applied Statistics as a subject; OR
Master’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematical Statistics or Applied Statistics from a recognised University.
Provisional applicants must submit final pass certificate and marksheets during document verification.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern
Stage 1 – Written Examination: Descriptive papers covering General English, General Studies and subject-specific papers for IES / ISS. Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in each paper and in aggregate. Stage 2 – Personality Test / Interview: Conducted for candidates who qualify the written stage. The interview assesses mental alertness, critical powers of assimilation, clear and logical exposition, balance of judgement, depth of interest, social cohesion, leadership and intellectual and moral integrity. Stage 3 – Document Verification & Medical Examination: Verification of original certificates, eligibility records and medical fitness as per UPSC rules. Final merit is prepared on the basis of written examination and interview marks.