The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the final merit list for the Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS) examinations for the year 2025.
Thousands of aspirants, who cleared the rigorous written tests conducted from June 20 to 22, 2025, have been awaiting this outcome.
Top Performers and Key Highlights
- In the IES 2025 exam, Nadbaiwalla emerged as the top scorer.
- In the ISS 2025 exam, Kashish Kasana secured the first rank.
- The UPSC has published the merit list PDF, which includes the roll numbers of candidates who qualified both the written and personality test stages.
- In total, 154 candidates (28 from IES, 126 from ISS) have qualified for the interview/personality test stage.
What Next for Shortlisted Candidates
- Document Verification & Interview: Qualified candidates must prepare for document verification and the personality test (interview) stage, which will determine the final rankings.
- DAF / Application Formalities: Candidates are required to submit the Detailed Application Form (DAF) as per dates and guidelines issued by UPSC.
- Final Appointments: Based on combined performance in written exam and interview, appointments to IES and ISS posts will be made.
Disclaimer
The information contained in this article is based on publicly available sources at the time of writing (October 2025). While all efforts have been made to ensure accuracy, readers are advised to refer to the official UPSC website (upsc.gov.in) and official notifications for the most up-to-date and authoritative details. This article does not constitute an official announcement.
