The IFoS Main admit card 2026 is now available for download. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) uploaded the e-admit cards for the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2026 on its website and published a notice on 13 November 2026. Eligible candidates should download the e-admit card and take a printout. UPSC has made it clear that no paper admit card will be issued for this examination.
The Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2026 starts on 22 November 2026 and runs until 29 November 2026. There is no paper on 24 November because of a Gazetted Holiday. Candidates have about nine days left, so download your e-admit card today and check every detail on it.
Quick facts: IFoS (Main) Examination, 2026 is on 22 to 29 November 2026. The e-admit card is live on the UPSC portal. Take a printout, because no paper admit card will be sent. Sessions are 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. There is no paper on 24 November.
IFoS Main Admit Card 2026: Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Exam name | Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2026 |
| Notice | e-Admit Cards for IFoS (Main) Examination, 2026 |
| Notice date | 13 November 2026 |
| Admit card mode | Online e-admit card only. No paper admit card will be issued |
| Exam dates | 22 to 29 November 2026 (no paper on 24 November) |
| Exam timings | 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM |
| Download portal | upsconline.nic.in |
| Official website | upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates for IFoS Main 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| e-Admit Card uploaded and notice issued | 13 November 2026 |
| IFoS (Main) Examination begins | 22 November 2026 (Sunday) |
| No paper (Gazetted Holiday) | 24 November 2026 (Tuesday) |
| IFoS (Main) Examination ends | 29 November 2026 (Sunday) |
How to Download the IFoS Main Admit Card 2026
UPSC has uploaded the e-admit cards on its website. Follow these steps to get yours.
- Open the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in, and go to the What’s New section.
- Click e-Admit Card: Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2026. You can also go straight to the UPSC online portal at upsconline.nic.in.
- On the notice page, click the Click here link to reach the e-admit card login.
- Enter the details the portal asks for, such as your registration ID or roll number and date of birth, and follow the on-screen prompts.
- Download the e-admit card PDF, check every detail, and take a clear printout.
The portal asks for different details at different times, so follow what appears on your screen. Do not wait for a paper copy, because UPSC says in its notice that “No paper Admit Card will be issued”.
IFoS Main 2026 Exam Schedule
UPSC has already published the time-table for the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2026. Each paper has a forenoon session (9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon) and an afternoon session (2:30 PM to 5:30 PM).
| Date and Day | Forenoon Session | Afternoon Session |
|---|---|---|
| 22 Nov 2026 (Sunday) | General English | General Knowledge |
| 23 Nov 2026 (Monday) | Mathematics Paper-I / Zoology Paper-I | Mathematics Paper-II / Zoology Paper-II |
| 24 Nov 2026 (Tuesday) | No paper (Gazetted Holiday) | No paper (Gazetted Holiday) |
| 25 Nov 2026 (Wednesday) | Civil Engineering Paper-I / Chemical Engineering Paper-I / Mechanical Engineering Paper-I | Civil Engineering Paper-II / Chemical Engineering Paper-II / Mechanical Engineering Paper-II |
| 26 Nov 2026 (Thursday) | Agricultural Engineering Paper-I / Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Paper-I / Botany Paper-I / Chemistry Paper-I | Agricultural Engineering Paper-II / Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science Paper-II / Botany Paper-II / Chemistry Paper-II |
| 27 Nov 2026 (Friday) | Agriculture Paper-I / Forestry Paper-I | Agriculture Paper-II / Forestry Paper-II |
| 28 Nov 2026 (Saturday) | Physics Paper-I | Physics Paper-II |
| 29 Nov 2026 (Sunday) | Geology Paper-I / Statistics Paper-I | Geology Paper-II / Statistics Paper-II |
Only the papers for the subjects you opted for apply to you. Your own e-admit card shows your exam centre and the papers you must attempt, so rely on it over any general schedule.
What to Check on Your e-Admit Card
- Your name, roll number, photograph and signature.
- The exam centre address and the papers listed for you.
- The date, session and reporting time for each paper.
- The instructions printed on the admit card. Read them fully and follow them strictly.
If you find a mistake or cannot open your e-admit card, contact UPSC straight away. The UPSC website lists its helpdesk numbers as 011-24041001 and 011-40303444.
Last-Week Tips for IFoS Main 2026
- Download the e-admit card now and keep two or three printouts in a folder with your photo ID.
- Visit the exam centre area a day before, so you know the route and travel time.
- Plan for the nine-day schedule, including the gap on 24 November, and rest well between papers.
- Revise optional-subject notes and previous-year questions instead of starting new topics.
- Reach the centre well before the reporting time on your admit card.
Looking ahead? The next cycle is already scheduled. Our UPSC Calendar 2027 guide lists the Indian Forest Service (Main) Exam dates for next year.
Government Jobs Open Now
Besides IFoS, these government recruitments are accepting applications right now. Check the last dates before you apply.
- WBPSC IDO Recruitment 2026: 247 posts, apply online by 26 November 2026.
- DSSSB Recruitment 2026: 1,260 posts, last date 11 December 2026.
More Admit Card and UPSC Updates
- CGEPT Admit Card 2026: exam on 17 and 18 November, with download steps.
- CDS 2 Result 2026: UPSC result with 8,956 qualified candidates.
- MPPSC SFS Answer Key 2026: final answer key for the State Forest Service exam.
- UPSC recruitment and exam updates: all UPSC notices on one page.
- All admit card 2026 updates: latest call letters and hall tickets.
Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| IFoS Main e-Admit Card (UPSC page) | Open notice page |
| UPSC online portal for e-admit card | upsconline.nic.in |
| IFoS Main 2026 time-table (PDF) | Download time-table |
| UPSC official notice (PDF) | Download notice |
| UPSC official website | upsc.gov.in |
Information verified from the official UPSC notice dated 13 November 2026 and the UPSC time-table on 13 November 2026. Always confirm on upsc.gov.in.
FAQs on IFoS Main Admit Card 2026
Is the IFoS Main admit card 2026 released?
Yes. UPSC uploaded the e-admit cards for the Indian Forest Service (Main) Examination, 2026 on its website on 13 November 2026.
Will UPSC send a paper admit card?
No. The notice says no paper admit card will be issued. Candidates must download the e-admit card and take a printout.
What are the IFoS Main 2026 exam dates?
The examination runs from 22 November to 29 November 2026. There is no paper on 24 November, a Gazetted Holiday.
What are the exam timings?
The forenoon session is 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon and the afternoon session is 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
Where can I download the IFoS Main admit card 2026?
Open upsc.gov.in, go to What’s New, and click the e-Admit Card notice for the IFoS (Main) Examination, 2026. Then use the link to the UPSC online portal at upsconline.nic.in.
Who should I contact if my e-admit card has a problem?
Contact the UPSC helpdesk on 011-24041001 or 011-40303444, as listed on the UPSC website.