Rachit Kumar SaxenaManager-Editorial
The UPSC ESE 2025 applications are closing soon. The candidates should note that the IES 2025 applications can be filled online only at upsc.gov.in. The candidates should note that the Union Public Service Commission released the IES 2025 notification on September 18, 2025. The candidates will be required to fill out the IES online application form on the official website only. The candidates will be required to pay the IES application fee as per their category. The Commission provided the IES application form correction facility from October 9 to 15, 2024. The Commission will conduct the IES 2025 on February 9, 2025.
The candidates must refer to the UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 notification to get all the details regarding the IES 2025 online application. The Commission preponed the exam by one week.
Q: What will be the last date to apply for UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 Exam?
The Union Public Service Commission released the UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 notification online on September 18, 2024. The Commission provides 20 days to fill out the IES applications online. The last date to apply for the UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 exam is October 8, 2024.
The Commission will conduct the UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 prelims exam on February 9, 2025.
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Q: How many vacancies are there in IES 2025 Exam?
The Union Public Service Commission released the IES 2025 notification on September 18, 2024. Along with the notification, the IES 2025 application form was also released. The last date to apply for the IES 2025 is October 8, 2024. The Commission notified 232 vacancies for the IES 2025 exam.
The Commission will conduct the IES 2025 prelims exam on February 9, 2025.
Upvote Q: Will there be any exemptions for paying the Application Fee in IES 2025 exam?
Yes, there will be exemptions for paying the application fee for the IES 20245 exam too. Female candidates, SC/ST candidates, and PwD candidates are exempted from paying the application fee, as mentioned in the sources provided.
The candidates belonging to these categories are not required to pay the UPSC IES application fee.
Upvote Q: Can I upload scanned documents for IES application?
Yes, you can upload scanned documents for the IES application. The required documents include a scanned photograph, signature, and photo ID card in the specified formats as per the guidelines provided in the sources.
The Commission mentiones all the important details related to the IES application in the official notification every year.
Upvote IES 2025 Application
Union Public Service Commission activated the UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 application link online with the release of official notification. The IES 2025 online applications started on September 18, 2024. The last date to apply for the UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 exam was October 8, 2025.
IES 2025 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of IES 2025 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
09 Feb '25 | UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 Prelims Exam Day |
| Dates | Past Exam Dates |
18 Sep '24 - 08 Oct '24 | UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 Application Dates |
23 Jun '24 | UPSC ESE (IES) 2024 Main Exam Day |
18 Feb '24 | UPSC ESE (IES) 2024 Prelims Exam Day |
How to Apply Online for IES 2025 Exam?
The candidates will be required to login with their One-time Registration(OTR) process. The candidates should note that OTR will be required to fill out the IES 2025 online applications. To apply online, the candidates are required to register themselves with the official website of UPSC (made for this purpose) and apply online for the UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 exam.
UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 Application
After registration, the candidates need to complete the following steps:
- Login with the registration credentials at https://upsconline.nic.in/upsc/OTRP/
- The exam dashboard will appear on the screen
Click on the UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 application link
Most of the details will be auto-generated through the registration form
Upload the Photo Identity Proof
Step 1: Pay IES application fee online (through SBI Net Banking/ debit card/ credit card) or offline (by cash through SBI bank challan) mode.
| Category | IES 2025 Exam Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Female/ SC/ ST/ PwBD | Nil |
| All other candidates | INR 200 |
Step 2: Upload scanned images of photograph, signature and photo ID card as per the specifications mentioned below:
| Document | Dimensions | Format, Size & Bit Depth |
|---|---|---|
| Photo | Minimum: 350 pixels (Width) X 350 pixels (Height) Maximum: 1000 pixels (Width) X 1000 pixels (Height) |
Format: JPG Size: 20 KB - 300 KB Bit Depth: 24 |
| Signature | Minimum: 350 pixels (Width) X 350 pixels (Height) Maximum: 1000 pixels (Width) X 1000 pixels (Height) |
Format: JPG Size: 20 KB - 300 KB Bit Depth: 24 |
| Photo ID card | NA | Format: PDF Size: 20 KB - 300 KB Bit Depth: NA |
Step 3: Enter the following information in the IES online application form 2025:
| Application fee payment details (except for fee-exempted candidates) | Selection of examination centre |
Step 4: Click on the 'I Agree' button after reading the declaration.
Step 5: On clicking the button, a page with a registration number will be generated. Note down the registration number or take a printout of the page.
IES 2025 Application Form: Important Points
- It is advisable for candidates to only submit their applications once. However, in case, a candidate submits multiple applications, the one with a higher RID shall be accepted by the commission and the fee paid against one RID shall not be adjusted against any other RID.
- The applicants must ensure that while filling the application forms, they are providing their valid and active e-mail ID as the commission might use electronic modes of communication while contacting the candidates.
IES 2025 Application Correction Facility
The Union Public Service Commission will provide the IES 2025 application correction facility for the candidates. The last date for application correction was October 15, 2024. The UPSC One-Time Registration details will not be allowed to change.
UPSC ESE (IES) 2025 Registration Process
Registration is a pre-requisite for the online application. To fill out the application online, the candidates need to follow the given steps to register themselves.
UPSC ESE (IES) Registration 2025
Step 1: Visit the official website of UPSC.
Step 2: Click on the Exam Notifications tab.
Step 3: Click on Apply Online link.
Step 4: Click on the link available for IES 2025 part-I registration.
Step 5: Read the application form instructions carefully and click on Yes.
Step 6: Fill all basic information in the part-I application form such as:
| Name | Date of birth |
| Category | Gender |
| Email ID | Contact number |
| Permanent address | Marital status |
| Parents' names | Community |
| Educational qualification | - |
Step 7: Once all the details are filled in, click on the Continue button.
Step 8: Check all details in the online form carefully and click on Submit.
IES 2025 Application Form FAQs
The candidates can see here important questions related to the IES application process.