Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the answer key for the Indian Statistical Service (ISS) and Indian Economics Service (IES) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment was released for a total of 44 posts. Applications were accepted from February 11, 2026, to March 3, 2026, and the written examination was held on 19, 20 and 21 June 2026. Eligible candidates who appeared in the exam can now download their UPSC ISS Answer Key 2026 from the official links provided below. The selection process includes a pre-exam, mains exam and interview.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 11 February 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 11 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 March 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 03 March 2026 |
| Correction / Edit Form | 05-11 March 2026 |
| Exam Date | 19, 20 & 21 June 2026 |
| Admit Card | 12 June 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General, EWS, OBC | Rs. 200/- |
| SC, ST, Female, PH | Rs. 0/- |
Candidates can pay the fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI only.
Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age as on | 01 August 2026 |
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC rules.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Indian Economic Services (IES) | 16 |
| Indian Statistical Services (ISS) | 28 |
| Total | 44 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Indian Economic Service (IES) | Master’s Degree in Economics/Applied Economics/Business Economics/Econometrics from a recognized university |
| Indian Statistical Service (ISS) | Graduation Degree in Statistics/Mathematical Statistics/Applied Statistics from a recognized university |
Selection Process
| Stage |
|---|
| Pre Exam |
| Mains Exam |
| Interview |
How to Download UPSC IES/ ISS Answer Key 2026
- Go to the important links section below.
- Click on the answer key link.
- Enter Registration No., DOB and Captcha Code.
- Click on the Login tab to download the answer key.
- Candidates can also download it from the official UPSC website.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Answer Key Paper-I | Click Here |
| Download Answer Key Paper-II | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card Notice | Click Here |
| Download Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQ
Q: Has the UPSC IES/ ISS Answer Key 2026 been released?
A: Yes the UPSC IES/ ISS Answer Key 2026 has been released.
Q: When was the UPSC IES/ ISS Answer Key 2026 officially announced?
A: The UPSC IES/ ISS Answer Key 2026 has issued on 24 June 2026 by UPSC.
Q: When will the UPSC IES/ ISS Exam be held?
A: The UPSC IES/ ISS examination will be conducted on 19, 20 & 21 June 2026.
Q: Where can I check the UPSC IES/ ISS Answer Key 2026?
A: You can check it on the official UPSC website: upsc.gov.in.
Q: What should I search on the website to find the UPSC IES/ ISS Answer Key 2026?
A: Look for “Answer Key – UPSC IES/ ISS Recruitment 2026” in the notifications list.
Q: What details are required to download the answer key?
A: Candidates need their Registration Number / Roll Number and Password / Captcha to download the answer key.
Q: What is UPSC Official Website?
A: The Official Website of UPSC is https://upsc.gov.in/