The Indian Defence Estates Service (IDES) is a civil service in India responsible for managing the defence land and assets of the Ministry of Defence. To join the Indian Defence Estates Service, candidates need to appear for the Civil Services Examination (CSE) conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Here’s how the process generally works:
- Eligibility: Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria set by the UPSC, which includes educational qualifications, age limit, nationality, etc.
- Application: Candidates need to apply for the Civil Services Examination through the UPSC official website when the notification is released.
- Preliminary Examination: The CSE consists of two stages: Preliminary Examination and Main Examination. The Preliminary Examination is an objective type test where candidates are assessed on general studies and aptitude.
- Main Examination: Those who qualify in the Preliminary Examination need to appear for the Main Examination, which is a written examination consisting of nine papers.
- Interview/Personality Test: Candidates who clear the Main Examination are called for the Interview/Personality Test conducted by the UPSC.
- Final Selection: The final selection is based on the candidate’s performance in the Main Examination and the Interview/Personality Test.
- Training: Candidates who are selected join the Indian Defence Estates Service after completing the required training.
It’s important for candidates to stay updated with the official notifications released by the UPSC regarding the Civil Services Examination, including any changes in the exam pattern, syllabus, eligibility criteria, etc. Additionally, they should thoroughly prepare for the exam by studying the prescribed syllabus and practicing previous years’ question papers.
