UPSC Indian Forest Service
UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) · Offline (Pen & Paper) · Once a year
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UPSC IFoS Cutoff
Category-wise cutoff marks and ranks for previous years.
2024 Cutoff
| Category | Marks | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| General | — | — |
| OBC | — | — |
| SC | — | — |
| ST | — | — |
| EWS | — | — |
2023 Cutoff
| Category | Marks | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| General | — | — |
| OBC | — | — |
| SC | — | — |
| ST | — | — |
| EWS | — | — |
2022 Cutoff
| Category | Marks | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| General | — | — |
| OBC | — | — |
| SC | — | — |
| ST | — | — |
| EWS | — | — |
About UPSC Indian Forest Service (UPSC IFoS) 2027
The UPSC Indian Forest Service (UPSC IFoS) is one of the most competitive entrance exams, conducted by the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission). Preparing for the UPSC IFoS requires systematic practice, conceptual clarity, and regular self-evaluation. Our platform offers dynamic mock tests, previous years' resolved papers, and AI-enabled analysis to help you secure a top rank.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UPSC IFoS 2027 selection process?
UPSC IFoS selection uses the same Prelims as UPSC CSE (GS Paper 1 + CSAT). Separate Mains has 6 papers: General English (300), General Knowledge (300), and 4 optional papers (200 each) from subjects like Forestry, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, and Agriculture.
What is the IFoS officer salary in 2027?
IFoS officers start as ACF (Assistant Conservator of Forests) at ₹56,100-₹1,77,500 per month (Level 10). They progress to DCF, CF, CCF, and PCCF. With forest-specific allowances, free bungalow, and field duty perks, the package is ₹80,000-₹1,00,000+.
How many UPSC IFoS vacancies are expected in 2027?
UPSC IFoS 2027 is expected to have 100-150 vacancies. IFoS 2023 had 150 vacancies and IFoS 2024 had 110 vacancies. Candidates are allocated to State Forest Services across India after training at IGNFA Dehradun.
What optional subjects can I choose for IFoS Mains?
IFoS Mains optional subjects include Forestry (highly recommended), Botany, Zoology, Geology, Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, and Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science.
What is the training duration for IFoS officers?
Selected IFoS officers undergo 2 years of foundational and professional training at IGNFA (Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy), Dehradun. Training includes forest management, wildlife conservation, law, and field postings in national parks and reserved forests.
How to Prepare for UPSC IFoS
Prelims is common with CSE — follow the same CSE Prelims preparation strategy for the first stage
Choose Forestry as one optional if you have science background — it has the most scoring syllabus for IFoS
General Knowledge Mains paper focuses on environmental issues, biodiversity, and climate change — stay updated
Mains descriptive answers require field knowledge of forests — visit local forest areas and read forest department reports