The Union Public Service Commission released the notification for the Indian Economic Service and Indian Statistical Service exams. Eligible candidates aspiring to pursue careers in economics and statistics within the government sector can apply on or before April 30, 2024.
UPSC IES ISS Notification 2024
Candidates who meet the certain eligibility to participate in the UPSC IES/ISS 2024 exam need to know that the application form is available from April 10 to 30. Aspirants who were eagerly waiting for the notification brochure may download it from the official website, or using the direct link activated above to check the eligibility criteria and other details.
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission |
| Exam Name | UPSC IES/ISS Exam 2024 |
| Notification Date | April 10, 2024 |
| Application Deadline | April 30, 2024 |
| Vacancies | Total: 48 (IES: 18, ISS: 30) |
| Eligibility |
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| Application Fee | ₹200 (except for certain categories) |
| Exam Date | June 21, 2024 (tentative) |
| Important Links | Notification – Click Here |
| Apply – Click Here | |
| Selection Process |
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| Official Website | https://www.upsc.gov.in/ |
With the official notification for the Indian Economic Service and Indian Statistical Service exams released on April 10 by the Union Public Service Commission, eligible candidates are strongly advised to apply early to avoid the last-minute rush. The deadline for applications has been set for April 30, providing only a 20-day window for submission.
UPSC IES/ISS Vacancy 2024
The notification announces a total of 48 vacancies for UPSC IES/ISS 2024 exam, with 18 positions allocated for the Indian Economic Service and 30 for the Indian Statistical Service. Interested candidates are encouraged to download the notification brochure made public officially by the Union Public Service Commission to review reservation details.
UPSC IES/ISS Eligibility Criteria 2024
Eligibility criteria for the UPSC IES/ISS 2024 exam in terms of educational qualification and age limit is available below.
- Education Qualification:
- IES: One must hold a master’s degree in Economics/Applied Economics/Business Economics/Econometrics.
- ISS: A candidate must have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Statistics/Mathematical Statistics/Applied Statistics.
- Age Limit:
- Candidates must be aged between 21 and 30 years as of August 1, 2024, with relaxation for certain categories, including Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, ex-servicemen, and persons with disabilities, as per government regulations.
Candidates are highly recommended to check the notification brochure before applying for UPSC IES/ISS 2024 exam.
UPSC IES/ISS Application Fee 2024
The application fee for the UPSC IES/ISS 2024 exam is ₹200, it is payable by all candidates except females, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and persons with benchmark disabilities who are exempted from payment. The fee can be remitted at any SBI branch or through online modes such as credit/debit cards, UPI, or internet banking.
UPSC IES/ISS Exam Date 2024
The UPSC IES/ISS 2024 exam is scheduled to take place on 21st June. Timings of the exam are not yet disclosed officially, but will be available on the admit card, which candidates can download from the official website a week before the exam. It’s important for candidates to regularly check the website for updates and notifications regarding the exam schedule.
UPSC IES/ISS 2024 Selection Process
Selection process for the UPSC IES/ISS 2024 consists of two stages, which are Written Exam and Interview. Get the detailed information about them from the below.
Written Exam:
- Mode: Combination of Conventional (essay) and Objective Type
- Duration: 3 hours for most papers, 2 hours for Statistics Papers I & II
- Questions: Varied, covering subjects like General English, General Studies, and Economics/Statistics
- Marks: Maximum of 1000 marks
- Marking Scheme: Both subjective and objective marking
- Sections:
- IES: General English, General Studies, General Economics-I, General Economics-II, General Economics-III, Indian Economics
- ISS: General English, General Studies, Statistics-I (Objective), Statistics-II (Objective), Statistics-III (Descriptive), Statistics-IV (Descriptive)
- Medium: English
Interview (Viva Voce):
- Mode: Face-to-face interaction with a board of observers
- Marks: Maximum of 200 marks
- Medium: English
Candidates who will apply for UPSC IES/ISS 2024 need to know that they will be called for Written Exam, which will be followed by Viva Voce, and then the final selection list will be prepared on the basis of overall performance.
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