UPSC Civil Services IAS 2024 Reserve List & Marks Out – Download PDF (1206 Posts)
Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
📋⚠️ UPSC Civil Services (IAS) 2024 Reserve List Out – Check Your Marks & Status Now
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially published the highly awaited Reserve List and Marks for the Civil Services (IAS) and Indian Forest Service (IFS) Examination 2024. While the final results for the primary candidates were declared back in December 2024 and mid-2025, UPSC maintains a consolidated reserve list to fill vacancies that arise if selected candidates do not join or opt for different services. The latest updated IAS Reserve List was made available on the portal on 17 March 2026. This recruitment drive, initially launched in February 2024, aimed to fill a massive 1206 prestigious vacancies across elite services including IAS, IPS, IFS, IRS, and various Group A & B central services. Candidates who missed the final merit list by a narrow margin and were placed on the waitlist can now log in to the official UPSC portal to check their selection status and individual marks.
📅UPSC Civil Services & IFS 2024 – Complete Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Started | 14 February 2024 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 16 June 2024 (Revised) |
| Preliminary Exam Result | 01 July 2024 |
| IAS Mains Exam Date | 20 - 29 September 2024 |
| IFS Mains Exam Date | 24 November 2024 |
| IAS Mains Result | 09 December 2024 |
| IAS Final Result Declared | 22 April 2025 |
| IFS Final Result Declared | 19 May 2025 |
| IAS Reserve List Marks Released | 05 February 2026 ✅ |
| IAS Updated Reserve List Declared | 17 March 2026 ✅ Available Now |
💼UPSC CSE & IFS 2024 – Vacancy Breakdown & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility / Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Administrative Service (IAS) & Other Civil Services | 1056 | Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a University recognized by the Government of India. |
| Indian Forest Service (IFS) | 150 | Bachelor's Degree with at least one subject from Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Science, Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Agriculture, or an equivalent science/engineering degree. |
🎂Age Limit Details
21 Years
32 Years
01 August 2024
💰UPSC CSE 2024 – Application Fee Structure (For Reference)
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹100 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹0 |
| All Female Candidates | ₹0 |
Payment Modes: Debit Card | Credit Card | Net Banking | Offline E-Challan (SBI)
🎯UPSC CSE 2024 – Selection & Reserve List Mechanism
- Preliminary Examination — Objective type screening test consisting of General Studies Paper-I and CSAT (Qualifying).
- Main Examination — Descriptive written examination consisting of 9 papers, evaluating the candidate's deep academic knowledge and analytical abilities.
- Personality Test (Interview) — Final interview round conducted by the UPSC board to assess the personal suitability of the candidate for a career in public service.
- Reserve List Allocation — UPSC maintains a consolidated reserve list (category-wise) below the last recommended candidate. This list is utilized by the DoPT to fill un-joined vacancies.
📥How to Download UPSC Civil Services IAS Reserve List 2026
- Open a secure web browser and visit the official UPSC website: https://upsc.gov.in/
- On the homepage, scroll down to the 'What's New' or 'Examination Results' section.
- Locate and click on the specific link titled 'Reserve List: Civil Services (Main) Examination, 2024'.
- A PDF file containing the official reserve list and roll numbers will automatically open on your screen.
- Press 'Ctrl+F' (or use the search function on mobile) and type your Roll Number or Name to check your selection status.
- To check your specific marks, return to the 'Examination Results' page and click on 'Marks of Recommended Candidates (Reserve List)'.
- Download and save the PDF file securely for future reference and document verification processes.
❓UPSC IAS 2024 Reserve List – FAQs
When was the UPSC IAS 2024 Reserve List released?
The latest updated UPSC IAS 2024 Reserve List was released on the portal on 17 March 2026.
What is the UPSC Reserve List?
The reserve list is essentially a waitlist maintained by UPSC. Candidates on this list are recommended for appointment if primary selected candidates vacate or reject their allocated seats.
Where can I check the marks of candidates on the Reserve List?
The official marks for the reserve list candidates can be downloaded in PDF format directly from the 'Examination Results' section on upsc.gov.in.
How many total posts were there in UPSC CSE 2024?
There was a total of 1206 vacancies (1056 for Civil Services and 150 for Forest Service).
What happens after my name appears on the Reserve List?
If your name is on the list, the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) will communicate with you regarding service allocation, pending medical clearance and document verification.
🔗Important Official Links
| Link Details | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Download IAS Reserve List (Updated) | ✅ Active – Released 17 March 2026 ⚠️ | Click Here |
| Download IAS Reserve List Marks | Active | Click Here |
| Download CSE Final Result | Active | Click Here |
| Download IAS Final Marks | Active | Click Here |
| Download IFS Final Result | Active | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Active | Click Here |