Get into IFS through UPSC!

The Indian Forest Service (IFS) is a Central government service for which selection is through an exam held by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Separate from the civil services exam, this exam is open only to science and engineering graduates.

The exam takes place in May and the advertisement for applications generally appears in all major newspapers in December every year. Qualifying candidates are called for a personality test and interview, followed by a medical and endurance test. The latter check the candidate's physical fitness and stamina as the service requires much outdoor activity. Those who are selected will work as forest officers in forest areas as well as with the ministry of environment and forests after the initial training.

Check the UPSC website for more details.

The posts that an officer can hold are principal chief conservator of forests, additional principal chief conservator of forests, chief conservator of forests, conservator of forests, and deputy conservator of forests.

 

Author: Usha Albuquerque (HT Horizons)

Date: 25th April 2011