The Indian Forest Service (IFS) examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) covers a wide range of subjects to assess the candidate’s knowledge and aptitude. The subjects included in the IFS exam are as follows:
- Preliminary Examination:
- Paper I: General Studies
- Paper II: Aptitude Test (CSAT)
- Main Examination:
- Paper I: General English
- Paper II: General Knowledge
- Paper III: Optional Subject 1
- Paper IV: Optional Subject 2
- Paper V: Optional Subject 3
- Paper VI: Optional Subject 4
The optional subjects for Paper III to Paper VI can be chosen by the candidates based on their educational background and interests. The list of optional subjects includes:
- Agriculture
- Agricultural Engineering
- Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science
- Botany
- Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Forestry
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Physics
- Statistics
- Zoology
Each of these optional subjects has its own specific syllabus that covers various topics related to the subject area. Candidates are required to choose two optional subjects from the list provided by the UPSC.
Additionally, candidates are assessed on their knowledge of forestry-related subjects such as silviculture, forest management, forest ecology, wildlife conservation, and forest policy. These topics are covered in both the General Knowledge paper and the optional subject of Forestry, if chosen by the candidate.
It’s essential for candidates to thoroughly understand the syllabus of each subject and prepare accordingly for the examination.