UPSC Civil Services IAS / IFS Recruitment 2025 Prelims Result Declared: Check Your Result for 1129 Posts
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the result of the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2025, which includes Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) recruitment for a total of 1129 posts. Candidates who appeared in the Preliminary Exam can now check their results and prepare for the next stage of the selection process.
This article will provide complete details about the recruitment process, result checking method, selection stages, post-wise distribution, and all critical information for aspirants moving forward.
✅ Overview of UPSC Civil Services IAS / IFS Recruitment 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Name of the Exam | Civil Services (IAS) & Forest Services (IFS) Examination 2025 |
| Vacancies | 1129 Posts |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 26 May 2025 |
| Prelims Result Released | 12 June 2025 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
🔍 Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution
1. Indian Administrative Services (IAS)
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Total Posts: 900 (approx.)
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Group A Services under Civil Services include:
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IAS
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IPS (Indian Police Service)
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IRS (Indian Revenue Service)
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IRTS (Indian Railway Traffic Service)
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IAAS (Indian Audit & Accounts Service)
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and other central services.
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2. Indian Forest Service (IFS)
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Total Posts: 229 (approx.)
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The IFS exam is conducted in parallel with the IAS exam.
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Requires a science background with specialization in subjects like Botany, Zoology, Physics, Chemistry, etc.
📜 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Notification Released | 14 February 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 14 February 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 March 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 26 May 2025 |
| Prelims Result | 12 June 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date (IAS) | September 2025 |
| Mains Exam Date (IFS) | November 2025 |
| Interview & Final Result | 2026 |
📝 How to Check UPSC IAS / IFS Prelims Result 2025?
Follow these steps to check your result:
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Visit the official UPSC website – https://www.upsc.gov.in
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On the homepage, click on “Written Results”.
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Find and click the link titled “Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination 2025 Result”.
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Download the PDF file.
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Search your Roll Number using Ctrl+F.
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If your Roll Number is listed, you have qualified for the Mains examination.
📌 Note: The result is published in a PDF format and includes roll numbers of shortlisted candidates only.
📚 UPSC Civil Services Selection Process
The UPSC Civil Services Examination has three main stages:
1️⃣ Preliminary Exam
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Objective-type, MCQ-based.
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Consists of two papers:
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General Studies Paper I (200 Marks)
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CSAT Paper II (200 Marks) – Qualifying in nature.
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2️⃣ Mains Examination
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Descriptive-type written examination.
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Includes 9 papers, out of which 7 are counted for merit.
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Total marks: 1750.
3️⃣ Interview / Personality Test
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Carries 275 marks.
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Final selection is based on Mains + Interview (Total 2025 Marks).
📘 UPSC Forest Services (IFS) Selection Process
IFS selection also involves three stages:
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Preliminary Exam (shared with IAS)
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IFS Mains Exam – Science-based descriptive papers
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Interview
IFS candidates need to select specific science subjects relevant to forestry and environment.
📈 UPSC Prelims 2025 Expected Cut-Off (IAS & IFS)
| Category | Expected Cut-Off (GS Paper I) |
|---|---|
| General | 88-92 |
| EWS | 82-86 |
| OBC | 85-89 |
| SC | 72-76 |
| ST | 65-70 |
| PwBD | 45-50 |
📌 CSAT Paper II is qualifying with 33% minimum marks.
🧾 Documents Required for UPSC Mains DAF (Detailed Application Form)
Once shortlisted, candidates must fill the DAF for the Mains examination.
Required Documents:
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Matriculation Certificate (Proof of Date of Birth)
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Graduation Certificate
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Category Certificate (if applicable)
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PwD Certificate (if applicable)
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Passport-size Photographs
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Signature (scanned)
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ID Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
DAF is submitted online through the UPSC portal. Keep all documents ready for uploading.
🎯 UPSC IAS / IFS Mains Exam Pattern
For IAS:
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper A | Compulsory Indian Language | 300 |
| Paper B | English | 300 |
| Paper I | Essay | 250 |
| Paper II | General Studies I | 250 |
| Paper III | General Studies II | 250 |
| Paper IV | General Studies III | 250 |
| Paper V | General Studies IV | 250 |
| Paper VI | Optional Subject Paper I | 250 |
| Paper VII | Optional Subject Paper II | 250 |
Total: 1750 Marks (plus Interview: 275 Marks)
🧠 How to Prepare for the UPSC Mains After Prelims?
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Start Optional Subject Preparation immediately if not already done.
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Focus on GS Answer Writing Practice.
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Read current affairs daily from sources like PIB, The Hindu, Indian Express.
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Join a Mains Test Series for performance analysis.
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Make short notes for each topic to revise easily before exams.
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Practice essay writing at least twice a week.
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Revise Prelims topics, especially Environment, Polity, and Geography.
🌿 IFS Mains Exam – Subject Combination
IFS Mains allows candidates to choose two optional subjects from a list, such as:
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Agriculture
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Forestry
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Botany
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Chemistry
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Geology
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Physics
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Zoology
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Statistics
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Mechanical Engineering
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Civil Engineering, etc.
Each optional has two papers of 200 marks each.
💡 UPSC Result Analysis 2025: Key Takeaways
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More than 10 lakh aspirants applied for UPSC 2025.
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Approx. 5 lakh+ candidates appeared for the Prelims.
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Around 13,000 candidates qualified for IAS Mains.
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About 2,700 candidates qualified for IFS Mains.
🌐 Official Links for UPSC IAS / IFS 2025
| Description | Link |
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| UPSC Official Website | https://www.upsc.gov.in |
| UPSC IAS/IFS Result PDF | Check Here |
| IAS Mains DAF | Available Soon |
| UPSC Notifications | https://upsconline.nic.in |
🏆 Career Growth After Selection
Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
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Initial Posting: SDM / Assistant Collector
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Promotions: DM, Commissioner, Secretary to Govt. of India
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Work Areas: Law & Order, Development, Administration, Disaster Management
Indian Forest Service (IFS)
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Initial Posting: Assistant Conservator of Forest
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Promotions: DFO, CCF, PCCF
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Work Areas: Forest Conservation, Wildlife Protection, Environmental Laws
🤝 Tips for Candidates Who Didn't Qualify
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Do not lose hope — many successful candidates cleared UPSC in their 2nd or 3rd attempt.
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Analyze mistakes using answer keys and cut-off estimates.
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Join Prelims + Mains integrated coaching if needed.
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Start early and follow a structured study plan.
📣 FAQs – UPSC IAS / IFS Prelims Result 2025
Q1. What is the result date of UPSC Prelims 2025?
Ans. UPSC declared the Civil Services Prelims 2025 Result on 12 June 2025.
Q2. How many candidates qualified for Mains 2025?
Ans. Around 13,000 candidates for IAS and 2,700 for IFS.
Q3. What is the cut-off for IAS prelims?
Ans. Expected cut-off for General Category is between 88-92 marks.
Q4. How can I download the result PDF?
Ans. Visit upsc.gov.in, click on "Results", and download the Prelims Result PDF.
📌 Conclusion
The release of the UPSC Civil Services IAS / IFS Prelims Result 2025 marks a significant milestone for thousands of aspirants. For those who qualified, the real challenge begins now with Mains preparation. And for those who missed this time, it's a call to refine strategies and come back stronger.
Stay updated with the official website and keep preparing consistently. UPSC is a journey of perseverance, and every setback is a setup for a bigger comeback.
