The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the cut-off marks for the Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2024, along with the final result and merit list. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now download the official IFS cut-off PDF from the UPSC website. The cut-off marks reflect the minimum score required to qualify at each stage—Preliminary, Main, and Final—and help aspirants understand the competition level and performance trends.
I’m writing about this because for many UPSC aspirants, the IFS cut-off marks are not just numbers—they’re benchmarks that guide future preparation. Analysing previous years’ cut-offs gives candidates a clearer idea of how tough the exam is becoming and what scores they need to aim for. With the official IFS 2024 cut-off now available, it’s the right time to look at what these marks mean for future aspirants planning for the 2025 attempt.
UPSC IFS 2024 Cut-off Marks Announced
The UPSC Indian Forest Service (IFS) exam is one of the most competitive examinations in the country, attracting candidates who have cleared the Civil Services (Preliminary) Examination. The cut-off marks are released in three stages:
- Preliminary Exam Cut-off – Marks required to qualify for the Mains exam.
- Main Exam Cut-off – Minimum marks to qualify for the interview.
- Final Cut-off – Aggregate marks required for selection after the interview round.
The cut-off marks vary each year depending on the number of vacancies, difficulty level of the paper, and the overall performance of candidates.
Exam Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Exam Name: Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination, 2024
Category: Cut-off Marks
Status: Released
Official Website: www.upsc.gov.in
How to Download the Official IFS 2024 Cut-off PDF
To make it simple for candidates, here’s a step-by-step guide to download the official UPSC IFS 2024 cut-off PDF:
- Visit the official website – www.upsc.gov.in
- Click on the ‘Examinations’ tab on the homepage.
- Select ‘Cut-off Marks’ from the dropdown list.
- Search for ‘Indian Forest Service Examination, 2024’.
- Click on the link to open the official PDF.
- Download the file and save it for reference.
The PDF includes category-wise cut-off marks for Prelims, Mains, and Final selection.

















