UPSC IFS Mains Exam 2025 Schedule Released

The Union Public Service Commission has announced the schedule for the UPSC IFS Mains Exam 2025, set to take place from November 16 to November 23. Candidates who passed the prelims are eligible to participate. The exam will occur in two shifts daily, covering various subjects. A total of 150 positions will be filled through this examination. For further details, including the complete schedule and admit card information, candidates should regularly check the UPSC's official website.

By Ambika Singh Sep 19, 2025, 11:03 IST

UPSC IFS Mains Exam Schedule Announcement

UPSC IFS Mains Exam Dates: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the schedule for the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Mains Exam for the year 2025. As per the notification, the exam is set to take place from November 16 to November 23, 2025, with two shifts each day, each lasting three hours.

Eligibility for this exam is restricted to candidates who have successfully cleared the UPSC IFS Prelims 2025. The detailed exam schedule can be accessed in PDF format on the official UPSC website.

Detailed Schedule for UPSC IFS Mains 2025

Date and Day | First Shift (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM) | Second Shift (2:30 PM - 5:30 PM)

16-11-2025 (Sunday) | General English | General Knowledge

17-11-2025 (Monday) | No Exam (Rest Day) | No Exam (Rest Day)

18-11-2025 (Tuesday) | Mathematics Paper-I / Statistics Paper-I | Mathematics Paper-II / Statistics Paper-II

19-11-2025 (Wednesday) | Civil/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering Paper-I / Zoology Paper-I | Civil/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering Paper-II / Zoology Paper-II

20-11-2025 (Thursday) | Agricultural Engineering Paper-I / Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science Paper-I / Physics Paper-I | Agricultural Engineering Paper-II / Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Paper-II / Physics Paper-II

21-11-2025 (Friday) | Chemistry Paper-I / Botany Paper-I | Chemistry Paper-II / Botany Paper-II

22-11-2025 (Saturday) | Geology Paper-I | Geology Paper-II

23-11-2025 (Sunday) | Agricultural Science Paper-I / Forestry Science Paper-I | Agricultural Science Paper-II / Forestry Science Paper-II

Recruitment Details
This examination aims to fill 150 positions within the Indian Forest Service (IFS). Candidates are encouraged to frequently check the UPSC's official website for the latest updates regarding the exam.

Admit Card and Guidelines
The admit card for the UPSC IFS Mains 2025 will be available on the Commission's website shortly before the exam date.
It is mandatory for candidates to present a valid photo ID along with their admit card.
Adherence to the instructions provided in the admit card is essential for entry into the examination venue.