The UPSC Recruitment 2025 notification is a prime opportunity for job seekers aiming for prestigious government positions. Released by the ** Union Public Service Commission under Advertisement No. 06/2025, this recruitment drive invites applications for 493 vacancies across various posts in multiple ministries. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a fresh graduate, this recruitment offers a diverse range of career opportunities in fields like law, aviation, aviation, and engineering. Below, we provide a comprehensive breakdown of the key details to help you apply with confidence.
Notification Details
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 06/2025, inviting online applications for 493 vacancies for roles such as Legal Officer, Operations Officer, Scientific Officer, Associate Professor, and Specialist Grade III, among others. Applications must be submitted via the official UPSC website (https://upsconline.gov.in/ora/) by June 12, 2025. This recruitment drive offers a chance to secure permanent positions in esteemed government departments, such as the Ministry of External Affairs, the Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Civil Aviation, and the Ministry of Defence.
Post Names
The recruitment covers the following positions:
- Legal Officer (Grade-I)
- Operations Officer
- Scientific Officer (Chemical)
- Scientist-B (Mechanical)
- Associate Professor (Civil Engineering – Highway Engineering)
- Associate Professor (Mechanical Engineering – Machine Design)
- Associate Professor (Civil Engineering – Public Health Engineering)
- Civil Hydrographic Officer
- Data Processing Assistant
- Junior Research Officer (Bhutanese, Burmese, Chinese, Bahasa Indonesia, Singhalese, Tibetan)
- Junior Technical Officer
- Principal Civil Hydrographic Officer
- Training Officer (Mechanic Tractor, Principles of Teaching/Training Methodology, Workshop Calculation and Science)
- Specialist Grade III (Radio-diagnosis)
Total Vacancies
A total of 493 vacancies are available, distributed across various categories and posts.
Vacancy Breakdown by Post and Category
| Post Name | Qualification (Summary) | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Officer (Grade-I) | M.A. Law (International Law/Relations) | 2 |
| Operations Officer | B.E./B.Tech (Civil/Mech./CS/IT/Aero/Elec.) or M.Sc | 121 |
| Scientific Officer (Chemical) | M.Sc Chemistry/Microbiology or B.Tech Chem. Eng. | 12 |
| Scientist-B (Mechanical) | M.Sc Physics or B.E./B.Tech Mech./Metallurgy | 1 |
| Assoc. Prof. (Civil – Highway Eng.) | B.E./B.Tech & M.E./M.Tech Civil + Ph.D. | 1 |
| Assoc. Prof. (Mech. – Machine Design) | B.E./B.Tech & M.E./M.Tech Mech. + Ph.D. | 1 |
| Assoc. Prof. (Civil – Public Health Eng.) | B.E./B.Tech & M.E./M.Tech Civil (PHE) + Ph.D. | 1 |
| Civil Hydrographic Officer | B.E. (Civil/CS/IT) or M.Sc (Math/Geo) or Surveyor | 3 |
| Data Processing Assistant | M.Sc CS/IT or B.E./B.Tech CS/IT | 1 |
| Jr. Research Officer (Bhutanese) | M.Sc Math/Stats/CS or B.E./B.Tech CS/IT | 2 |
| Jr. Research Officer (Burmese) | Same as Jr. Research Officer (Bhutanese) | 2 |
| Jr. Research Officer (Chinese) | Same as Jr. Research Officer (Bhutanese) | 10 |
| Jr. Research Officer (Bahasa Indonesia) | Same as Jr. Research Officer (Bhutanese) | 2 |
| Jr. Research Officer (Singhalese) | Same as Jr. Research Officer (Bhutanese) | 2 |
| Jr. Research Officer (Tibetan) | Same as Jr. Research Officer (Bhutanese) | 6 |
| Junior Technical Officer | B.E. (Mech./Elec./Electronics/Marine/Naval Arch.) | 5 |
| Principal Civil Hydrographic Officer | B.E. (Civil/CS/IT) or M.Sc (Math/Geo) | 1 |
| Principal Design Officer | B.E. Mech./Marine Eng. | 1 |
| Research Officer | M.Sc Math/Stats | 1 |
| Translator (Dari/Persian) | B.A. Dari/Persian | 2 |
| Assistant Legal Advisor | Degree in Law | 5 |
| Assistant Director (Official Language) | M.A. Hindi/English with language proficiency | 17 |
| Drugs Inspector | B.Pharm or MBBS with specialization | 20 |
| Public Health Specialist Grade III | MBBS + PG Degree/Diploma in Public Health | 18 |
| Specialist Grade III (Various) | MBBS + PG Degree/Diploma in Specialty | 122 |
| Assistant Production Manager | B.A. Printing Technology | 2 |
| Assistant Engineer | B.E. (Civil/Mech./Elec./Electronics) | 5 |
| Scientist B (Various) | B.E. or M.Sc in relevant discipline | 6 |
| Deputy Director | B.E. Textile/Chemical | 2 |
| Assistant Controller | B.E. Mining or M.Sc Geology | 5 |
| Training Officer (Various Trades) | B.E./Diploma/NTC in relevant trade | 94 |
| Specialist Grade III (Radio-diagnosis) | MBBS + M.D./M.S. Radiology or D.M.R.D. | 21 |
Eligibility Criteria
Simplified Age Limits for UPSC Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Age Limit (UR/EWS) |
|---|---|
| Legal Officer (Grade-I) | 50 years |
| Operations Officer | 35 years |
| Scientific Officer (Chemical) | 30 years |
| Scientist-B (Mechanical) | 35 years |
| Associate Professor (Civil Engg – Highway) | 45 years |
| Associate Professor (Mech Engg – Machine Design) | 45 years |
| Associate Professor (Civil Engg – Public Health) | 45 years |
| Civil Hydrographic Officer | 30 years |
| Data Processing Assistant | 30 years |
| Junior Research Officer (Bhutanese, Burmese, etc.) | 30 years |
| Junior Technical Officer | 35 years |
| Principal Civil Hydrographic Officer | 35 years |
| Training Officer (Mechanic Tractor) | 30 years |
| Training Officer (Principles of Teaching) | 30 years |
| Training Officer (Workshop Calculation & Science) | 30 years |
| Specialist Grade III (Radio-diagnosis) | 45 years |
Age Relaxation for Reserved Categories
- OBC: +3 years (e.g., 30 years becomes 33 years)
- SC/ST: +5 years (e.g., 30 years becomes 35 years)
- PwBD: +10 years (e.g., 30 years becomes 40 years; 15 years for SC/ST, 13 years for OBC)
- Ex-Servicemen: +5 years (with minimum 6 months continuous service)
- Central Government Employees: +5 years (with 3 years continuous service)
Educational Qualifications and Experience for UPSC Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Officer (Grade-I) | Master’s in Law (International Law/Relations/Organizations) or M.Phil/Ph.D. in International Law | 10 years as Advocate/Government legal services/teaching/research, 8 years in International Law |
| Operations Officer | Degree in Engineering (Civil/Mechanical/CS/IT/Aeronautical/Electrical/Electronics) or M.Sc. (Electronics/Physics) or B.Sc. (Physics/Electronics) | 2 years (Degree), 1 year (M.Sc.), 3 years (B.Sc.) in ATC, airport licensing, or related fields |
| Scientific Officer (Chemical) | Master’s in Chemistry/Microbiology or Degree in Chemical Technology/Engineering | 1 year in analytical/chemical testing or R&D in specified fields |
Scientist-B (Mechanical) |
Master’s in Physics with 1-year experience or B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical/Metallurgical with 2 years experience | Testing/calibration of engineering materials or precision measurements |
| Associate Professor (Civil Engg – Highway) | B.E./B.Tech. & M.E./M.Tech. in Civil Engineering (Highway) with Ph.D. | 5 years in teaching/research/industry, 2 years post-Ph.D. desirable |
| Associate Professor (Mech Engg – Machine Design) | B.E./B.Tech. & M.E./M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Machine Design) with Ph.D. | 5 years in teaching/research/industry, 2 years post-Ph.D. desirable |
| Associate Professor (Civil Engg – Public Health) | B.E./B.Tech. & M.E./M.Tech. in Civil Engineering (Public Health) with Ph.D. | 5 years in teaching/research/industry, 2 years post-Ph.D. desirable |
| Civil Hydrographic Officer | Degree in Civil/CS/IT or Master’s in Mathematics/Geography/Geophysics/CS/IT or equivalent | 2 years in nautical chart compilation and digital cartography |
Data Processing Assistant |
Master’s in Computer Applications/CS/IT or B.E./B.Tech. in related fields | None required |
| Junior Research Officer (Bhutanese, Burmese, etc.) | Master’s in Mathematics/Statistics/Electronics/CS or B.E./B.Tech. in related fields | 2 years in research or specified technical fields |
| Junior Technical Officer | B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Marine/Naval Architecture/Industrial | 3 years in relevant engineering field |
| Principal Civil Hydrographic Officer | Degree in Civil/CS/IT or Master’s in Mathematics/Geography/Geophysics/CS/IT or equivalent | Not specified (assumed similar to Civil Hydrographic Officer) |
| Training Officer (Mechanic Tractor) | Degree/Diploma in Vocational/Agricultural/Mechanical/Production Engineering or NTC/NAC | 2 years (Degree), 5 years (Diploma), 7 years (NTC/NAC) in automotive field |
Training Officer (Principles of Teaching) |
Degree/Diploma in Vocational/Engineering or NTC/NAC | 2 years (Degree), 5 years (Diploma), 7 years (NTC/NAC) in relevant field |
| Training Officer (Workshop Calculation & Science) | Degree/Diploma in Vocational/Engineering or NTC/NAC | 2 years (Degree), 5 years (Diploma), 7 years (NTC/NAC) in workshop teaching |
| Specialist Grade III (Radio-diagnosis) | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma in Radio-diagnosis/Radiology | 3 years (PG Degree), 5 years (PG Diploma) in Radio-diagnosis |
Note: Qualifications and experience are relaxable at UPSC’s discretion for well-qualified candidates or SC/ST candidates if sufficient candidates are unavailable.
Additional Information
- PwBD Suitability: Most posts are suitable for candidates with disabilities like Blindness, Low Vision, Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Locomotor Disability, and others, with specific reservations as noted.
- Probation: Selected candidates will undergo a probation period as per rules.
- Headquarters: Varies by post (e.g., New Delhi, Kolkata, Pune, or All India Service Liability).
- Training: Some posts (e.g., Operations Officer, Training Officer) include mandatory induction training of 2–4 weeks.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS (Male) | Rs. 25/- |
| Female/SC/ST/PwBD | No Fee |
Payment Mode: SBI by cash, net banking, or Visa/Master/Rupay/Credit/Debit Card/UPI. Fee is non-refundable.
Important Dates for UPSC Recruitment 2025
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | May 24, 2025 |
| Application Closing Date | June 12, 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date to Print Application | June 13, 2025 (23:59 hrs) |
Selection Process for UPSC Recruitment 2025
The UPSC Recruitment 2025 selection process includes:
- Application Screening: Applications are shortlisted based on educational qualifications, experience, and desirable qualifications. If applications are numerous, UPSC may use criteria like higher qualifications, additional experience, or a Recruitment Test (weightage: 75% test, 25% interview).
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates attend a personal interview at a UPSC-designated location. Minimum marks for interview: UR/EWS (50), OBC (45), SC/ST/PwBD (40) out of 100.
- Document Verification: Candidates must submit original and self-attested copies of certificates (e.g., educational, experience, caste, PwBD) at the interview.
- Medical Examination: Selected candidates may undergo a medical examination to ensure fitness for the role.
- Final Merit List: Based on interview performance (and Recruitment Test, if applicable).
Note: False information or document tampering leads to disqualification or debarment.
Salary Details
| Post Name | Pay Scale (as per 7th CPC) |
|---|---|
| Legal Officer (Grade-I) | Level-12 |
| Operations Officer | Level-10 |
| Scientific Officer (Chemical) | Level-08 |
| Scientist-B (Mechanical) | Level-10 |
| Associate Professor (Civil/Mech Engg) | Academic Level-13A1 |
| Civil Hydrographic Officer | Level-07 |
| Data Processing Assistant | Level-07 |
| Junior Research Officer (Various) | Level-08 |
| Junior Technical Officer | Level-10 |
| Principal Civil Hydrographic Officer | Level-10 |
| Training Officer (Various) | Level-07 |
| Specialist Grade III (Radio-diagnosis) | Level-11 + NPA |
Note: Posts are permanent, Group A/B Gazetted, Non-Ministerial, with New Pension Scheme applicable from January 1, 2004.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | https://upsconline.gov.in/ora/ |
| Apply Online | https://upsconline.gov.in/ora/ |
| UPSC Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
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How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2025
- Visit the Official Website: Go to https://upsconline.gov.in/ora/.
- Register and Apply: Complete the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) by filling in accurate details.
- Upload Documents: Submit a recent photograph (taken within 10 days, with name and date visible), educational certificates, experience certificates, caste/PwBD certificates, and other required documents in PDF format (max 1 MB per module, 2 MB for others, 200 dpi grayscale).
- Pay the Fee: General/OBC/EWS male candidates pay Rs. 25 via SBI cash, net banking, or card/UPI. Female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates are exempt.
- Submit Application: Verify details and submit by June 12, 2025 (23:59 hrs).
- Print Application: Take a printout by June 13, 2025, for interview purposes.
- Prepare for Interview: Bring original and self-attested documents if shortlisted.
Note: Ensure your email is active for UPSC communications. Multiple applications for one post require the highest Application Number to be complete.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the last date to apply for UPSC Recruitment 2025?
The last date to submit the online application is June 12, 2025, by 23:59 hrs. - Who is eligible for age relaxation in UPSC Recruitment 2025?
SC/ST candidates get up to 5 years, OBC up to 3 years, PwBD up to 10 years (15 for SC/ST, 13 for OBC), and Central Government employees/Ex-Servicemen up to 5 years. - Is there an application fee for female candidates?
No, female candidates, along with SC/ST/PwBD, are exempt from the Rs. 25 fee. -
What documents are required at the interview stage?
Original and self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, caste/PwBD certificates, and a recent photograph are required.
- Can I apply for multiple posts in UPSC Recruitment 2025?
Yes, but you must apply separately for each post and pay the fee for each. - What is the selection process for UPSC Recruitment 2025?
It includes application screening, a possible Recruitment Test, interview, document verification, and medical examination.
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