Union Public Service Commission Indian Forest Service (IFoS) Examination
Combined with the Civil Services Preliminary, the IFoS Mains tests candidates on forestry, botany, chemistry, physics, and allied sciences for recruitment into the Indian Forest Service cadre.
UPSC Indian Forest Service — Photo & Document Requirements 2026
Combined with the Civil Services Preliminary, the IFoS Mains tests candidates on forestry, botany, chemistry, physics, and allied sciences for recruitment into the Indian Forest Service cadre.
About UPSC Indian Forest Service
Read the exam profile, key context, and application readiness checklist before submission.
UPSC Indian Forest Service Syllabus
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Photo & Signature Specifications
Photograph
- Dimensions
- 3.5 × 4.5 cm
- Max File Size
- 300 KB
- Format
- JPG / JPEG
- Background
- White or light plain background
- Resolution
- 200 DPI
Signature
- Dimensions
- 3.5 × 1.5 cm
- Max File Size
- 300 KB
- Format
- JPG / JPEG
- Ink Colour
- Black on white paper
Documents Required
Carry originals + photocopies on exam day. Check items as you prepare:
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UPSC Indian Forest Service — Frequently Asked Questions
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Same as all UPSC exams — 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm, JPG/JPEG, 20–300 KB, white or light plain background.
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No, UPSC maintains uniform photo and signature specifications across all its examinations. Use the same sized photo — 3.5 cm × 4.5 cm.