The Union Public Service Commission has released Advertisement No. 14/2025 inviting online recruitment applications for selection to multiple permanent posts. The recruitment is being conducted through the UPSC online recruitment portal.
A total of 102 vacancies are announced for the posts of Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications and Deputy Director (Examination Reforms). Eligible candidates can apply online within the prescribed dates. Key details like eligibility, age limit, pay scale, vacancy distribution, and application schedule are given below.
Overview of UPSC Recruitment 2025
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission |
| Advertisement No. | 14/2025 |
| Post Name | Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications, Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) |
| No. of Posts | 102 |
| Category | Government |
| Type | Permanent |
| Job Location | New Delhi with All India Service Liability |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Selection by UPSC |
All important information related to this recruitment is explained further in this article.
Important Dates
The online application process for UPSC Recruitment 2025 will begin on 13 December 2025. Candidates must complete the application process before the closing date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date of Online Application | 13 December 2025 |
| Last Date of Online Application | 01 January 2026 (06:00 PM) |
Vacancy Details of UPSC Recruitment 2025
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications | 100 |
| Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) | 2 |
| Total | 102 |
Eligibility Criteria of UPSC Vacancies
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications | Degree in Law from a recognized university | 30 years for UR/EWS, 33 years for OBC, 35 years for SC/ST, 40 years for PwBD |
| Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) | Ph.D in Humanities, Science, Commerce, Engineering/Technology or professional courses like Law, Management, Finance or Accounts | 43 years for OBC, 45 years for SC |
For Examiner posts, candidates must have two years of experience in handling court cases, legal matters, or trade marks and geographical indications.
For Deputy Director posts, five years of post qualification experience in teaching, research, examination reforms, curriculum development, or online examination administration is required.
Pay Scale
The pay scale for Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications is Level 07 in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC.
The pay scale for Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) is Level 11 in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC.
Other Job Details
The Examiner post is a General Central Service Group B Gazetted, Non-Ministerial position with a probation period of two years.
The Deputy Director post is a General Central Service Group A Gazetted, Non-Ministerial position with a probation period of one year.
Both posts are permanent and headquartered in New Delhi. All India Service Liability is applicable.
UPSC Official Notification & Apply Details
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