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IAS Officer

Leads high-level government administration and policy implementation in India.

Any StreamNSQF Level 6
At a glance
Salary range in India
₹8.0L – ₹25.0L/year (sourced)
Market demand
stable
LowVery High
Minimum qualification
degree
Work environment
Office / Hybrid / Remote

Your pathway into IAS Officer

1
Step 1
12th → Degree → IAS Officer

Skills you'll need

diplomacy
Core skill
communication
Core skill
political awareness
Core skill
languages
Core skill
administration
Core skill
decision making
Core skill

Salary breakdown in India

Junior (0–2 yrs)
Entry Level
Mid (2–5 yrs)
Mid Level
Senior (5–8 yrs)
₹8.0L – ₹25.0L/year (sourced)
Lead / Head
Upper Range

What does a IAS Officer actually do?

Leads high-level government administration and policy implementation in India.