Dr Jitendra reviews cadre strength of IAS; discuss evolving manpower requirements

23/06/2026

NEW DELHI, Jun 22: Union Minister Jitendra Singh on Monday reviewed the cadre strength of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) and discussed the evolving manpower requirements of states and the Centre.
Launching the e-civil list 2026 of the IAS at the Kartavya Bhawan here, he said that governance responsibilities continue to expand across sectors and regions, making efficient human resource planning increasingly important.
Singh, the Minister of State for Personnel, expressed confidence that continuous assessment of requirements and regular cadre reviews would help address emerging needs and further strengthen administrative capacity.
Highlighting the importance of data-driven governance, he reviewed the cadre strength position of the Indian Administrative Service and discussed the evolving manpower requirements of States and the Centre, according to a personnel ministry statement.
Singh also highlighted the importance of recognising India's vast geographical and developmental diversity while designing governance frameworks.
The e-civil list launched today contains comprehensive details on IAS officers, including their batch, cadre, present posting, pay level, educational qualifications, and date of superannuation.
It also provides information regarding cadre-wise strength, the number of officers retiring during the next five years, and the number of IAS officers appointed through the Civil Services Examination from 1969 onwards.
As on January 1, 2026, against an authorised cadre strength of 7,026, a total of 5,755 IAS officers were in position across 25 cadres -- leaving a vacancy of 1,271.
Emphasising the growing role of technology in governance, the minister said that digital platforms such as the e-civil list have emerged as important instruments for administrative planning, talent identification and effective deployment of human resources across the country.
He said that easy access to information regarding officers' qualifications, experience, cadre and postings enables governments and institutions to make informed decisions and strengthens the overall governance framework.
Singh said that the civil list has evolved beyond being a mere directory of officers and today serves as a dynamic knowledge resource for governments, institutions and stakeholders.
Referring to its advanced search and hyperlinking features, he said that the digital format allows users to identify officers based on professional background, domain expertise and experience, thereby facilitating better administrative planning and policy implementation.
The minister said that the Department of Personnel and Training, in coordination with state governments and various cadres, undertakes extensive efforts every year to update and maintain the database.
He added that the transition from printed publications to digital platforms is fully aligned with the vision of Digital India and reflects the government’s broader efforts to modernise public administration.
The e-IAS Civil List 2026 was launched in the presence of Secretary, Department of Personnel & Training, Rachna Shah; Establishment Officer and Additional Secretary, Manisha Saxena; Additional Secretary (Services & Vigilance), Faiz Ahmed Kidwai; Additional Secretary (Personnel Policy), Manoj Kumar Dwivedi; and other senior officers.
The publication of the e-book has enabled the Department of Personnel and Training to move away from the traditional practice of printing voluminous physical copies of the civil list, the statement said.
The Department of Personnel and Training, which is the cadre controlling authority for the Indian Administrative Service, prepares the civil list using inputs from state cadres as well as information available at the Centre.
The e-IAS Civil List 2026 is available on the website of the Department of Personnel and Training at https://dopt.gov.in.

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