UPSC IFS Mains admit card 2025 released at upsc.gov.in: Direct link to download hall ticket here

The Union Public Service Commission ( UPSC ) has officially released the admit card for the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Main Examination 2025. Candidates who have successfully registered for the examination can now download their UPSC IFS Mains hall ticket 2025 from the official website at upsc.gov.in.

According to the official schedule, the UPSC IFS Mains 2025 will be conducted from November 16 to 23, 2025, across multiple centres in India. The exam will be held in two shifts each day: the forenoon session from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and the afternoon session from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.

Candidates must carry a printed copy of their admit card along with a valid photo identity proof such as Aadhaar card, PAN card, or driving licence to the examination centre. Entry will not be permitted without the hall ticket.

How to download UPSC IFS Mains admit card 2025

Candidates can follow the steps given below to download their admit card from the official website:

Visit the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in

On the homepage, click on the link titled “E-Admit Card for Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination 2025.”

Choose the option to download using either Registration ID or Roll Number.

Enter your Date of Birth and the verification code displayed on the screen.

Click on Submit to access the admit card.

Download and print the hall ticket for future reference.

Direct link here.

Details mentioned on the UPSC IFS admit card 2025
The UPSC IFS Mains 2025 admit card will include important information such as:

• Candidate’s full name
• Roll number and registration ID
• Photograph and signature
• Examination centre name and address
• Exam date and reporting time
• Paper details and timings
• Exam-day instructions

Candidates are advised to verify all details carefully and contact the Commission immediately in case of any discrepancy.

UPSC IFS Mains 2025: Exam pattern
The written examination for the Indian Forest Service comprises six papers:

• Paper 1: General English - 300 marks
• Paper 2: General Knowledge - 300 marks
• Papers 3, 4, 5, and 6: Two optional subjects selected from the official list (each paper carrying 200 marks)
• Each paper will be of three hours duration.

UPSC IFS Mains 2025: Exam schedule
The detailed day-wise schedule for the UPSC IFS Main examination 2025 is provided below.


Candidates are advised to reach the exam venue well before the reporting time mentioned in the admit card. Electronic devices, calculators, or any communication gadgets are strictly prohibited inside the examination hall.

For further updates and official notifications, candidates should regularly visit the UPSC website.