qqp question1: Do I need a college degree if I want to work for the Department of Defense, or can I somehow prove my capabilities and knowledge? question2: I am currently working and can't leave my job. I want to appear for Indian Statistical Services. UPSC site says that I need to have a PG degree in stats. For that I am thinking of obtaining a PG diploma from IGNOU. Will I still be eligible for appearing for the ISS exam?