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How many years it takes to become ambassador in IFS?
Generally, it takes about 3 years to be confirmed in the Indian Foreign Service (IFS) from the date a candidate joins the Indian Foreign Service (IFS) as a Foreign Service Probationer/Officer.
Are IFS officers ambassadors?
As far as being posted as ambassador is concerned. Promotions in IFS are time-bound i.e. you have to work for several years to gain expertise over every aspect of diplomacy. Generally it takes more than 10-15 years to be posted as Ambassador which is equivalent rank to director/joint secretary at Ministry.
What is the first posting of an IFS officer?
Indian Foreign Service (IFS) – Postings after Training After confirmation, you will be posted as a Second Secretary in one of the wings (Political, Economic or Commerce, Consular, Administrative or Cultural) at an Indian Embassy or as Consul at an Indian Consulate for a period of 3 years.
How long does it take an IFS officer to become an ambassador?
Some IFS officers become an ambassador at a young age, like ambassador to Iraq and Venezuela, but some officers take more than 30 years to become an ambassador. Why is that? – Quora Some IFS officers become an ambassador at a young age, like ambassador to Iraq and Venezuela, but some officers take more than 30 years to become an ambassador.
What is the age limit for the appointment of an ambassador?
Usually Ambassadorial posts are reserved for them. But in some countries, which are risky, politically unstable, war torne countries, where no IFS (A) is willing to go, they select those from IFS (B) promotee quota. Usually they are between 53–57 years of age. For them to get an Ambassadorial post is dream come true.
How many years does it take to become an IAS officer?
After candidates qualify the entire examination process they undergo training and generally, it takes about 3 years to be confirmed in the Indian Foreign Service (IFS) from the date a candidate joins the Indian Foreign Service (IFS) as a Foreign Service Probationer/Officer. Check IAS Salary in the linked article.
What is the salary of a High Commissioner in IFS?
High Commissioner / Ambassador – An officer at this level join as Foreign Secretary and the salary is 26, 000 INR which is fixed with no grade pay. An IFS Officer’s overall salary would be around 60000 INR including all the perks and allowances. This amount varies again depending on the country they are posted.