Planning For UPSC IES And ISS? Here's All You Need To Know

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman recently presented the interim budget, shedding light on the often unseen contributors to the significant budget-making process. Officers from the Indian Economics Service (IES) and Indian Statistics Service (ISS) play an important part in preparing the budget and evaluating various aspects. To secure a position in these critical posts, candidates must undergo the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examination. Here’s a closer look at the educational qualifications, eligibility criteria and other requirements for ISS and IES officers.

Eligibility Criteria:

Indian Economics Service (IES):

Educational Qualification: A post-graduate degree in economics, applied economics, business economics, or econometrics.

The degree must be obtained from a recognised university approved by the Central Government of India.

Indian Statistics Service (ISS):

Educational Qualification: Candidates must either have a graduate degree in subjects like statistics, mathematical statistics, or applied statistics or possess a post-graduate degree in the same subjects.

The degree should be from a recognised university.

Age Limit:

Minimum Age: 21 years

Maximum Age: 30 years

Age Relaxation:

SC, ST or ex-servicemen of commissioned officer post: Up to 5 years.

Defence services applicants: 3 years of relaxation.

Physically disabled applicants: 10 years of age relaxation.

Attempts Allowed:

General category: Up to 6 attempts before the age of 30 years for ISS or IES.

OBC category: Up to 9 attempts.

SC and ST categories: No limit on attempts to apply for the post.

The process of budget preparation involves the expertise of professionals who have undergone the rigorous UPSC examination to become IES or ISS officers. These officers contribute significantly to shaping India’s economic policies and statistical analyses, ensuring a robust foundation for the budget-making process. Aspiring candidates interested in these prestigious positions must meet the outlined educational qualifications, age criteria, and attempt limitations, making the selection process competitive and merit-based.