What qualities should I have to become an IFS officer?

Required Skills

• Interpersonal Skills.
• Good Communication.
• Knowledge of India’s policy, economy and affairs.
• Diplomatic approach.
• Leadership and decision – making quality.
• Amazing Stamina.
• But the most important quality is Patience.

How many candidates get selected for IFS?

On top of that, there are very few vacancies for the IFS each year. On average, only about 35 successful candidates are chosen for the Indian Foreign Service.

How can I become an Indian diplomat?

How to become an Ambassador of India (IFS)? Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts Civil Services Exam and a candidate who desires to become an Ambassador of India then he/she has to take this exam. The Indian Foreign Service [IFS] is a Central Service and the chief diplomatic service in the country.

What is the UPSC personality test (interview)?

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Personality Test (interview) for candidates who qualified for the Civil Services Main Exam (written) – every year – usually in the months of February, March and April. The final rank is based on the score obtained in the Main Exam (written) as well as the Personality Test (interview).

How to get travel allowance for the UPSC personality test?

Candidates qualified for the Personality Test will be given travel allowance by UPSC (rail-fare). Candidates need to bring the e-summon letter and appear on the assigned date.

What do the experienced members of the UPSC board specifically look for?

The experienced members of the UPSC board specifically look for some qualities in the candidates. Some of the qualities to be judged are mental alertness. critical powers of assimilation. clear and logical exposition. a balance of judgement. variety and depth of interest. the ability for social cohesion and leadership.

How long does it take to get an interview at UPSC?

Though no time period is fixed, on average, the interview of a candidate will be over in a span of 30 minutes. One board usually interviews 12 candidates per day – 6 candidates in the morning slot and 6 candidates in the evening slot. The candidate will be asked questions on matters of general interest.