UPSC Examiner Recruitment 2025 – CGPDTM Apply Online for 102 Posts

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the CGPDTM Examiner Recruitment 2025 for a total of 102 vacancies. Candidates holding a graduate degree in any discipline are eligible to apply online. The online application process begins on 13 December 2025 and will remain open until 01 January 2026. Interested candidates must submit their applications through the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in.

UPSC Recruitment 2025: Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications – Full Details

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued an official notification inviting applications for 102 Examiner posts under the CGPDTM. Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements can submit their applications online through the official UPSC website. The deadline for online application submission is 01 January 2026.This article provides complete details about the UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Recruitment, including eligibility criteria, age limit, pay scale, selection procedure, step-by-step application process, and direct links to the official notification and online application form.

UPSC Recruitment 2025: Post Details

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 102 posts for the positions of Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications and Deputy Director (Examination Reforms).

  • Organization Name: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

  • Post Name:

    • Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications

    • Deputy Director (Examination Reforms)

  • Total Number of Posts: 102

  • Pay Scale: Level-07 to Level-11 in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC

  • Educational Qualification: Degree in Law or Ph.D. in any discipline

  • Age Limit: 30 to 45 years

  • Online Application Start Date: 13 December 2025

  • Last Date to Apply Online: 01 January 2026

  • Official Website: upsconline.nic.in

UPSC Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details

The vacancy distribution under UPSC Recruitment 2025 is as follows:

  • Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications – 100 Posts

    • UR: 48

    • EWS: 09

    • OBC: 20

    • SC: 17

    • ST: 06

    • PwBD: 08

  • Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) – 02 Posts

    • OBC: 01

    • SC: 01

Total Vacancies: 102

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for UPSC Recruitment 2025 must fulfill the following eligibility requirements:

  • Educational Qualification:
    Applicants should possess a Degree in Law from a recognized university or a Ph.D. in any discipline, as applicable to the post.

  • Age Limit:
    The candidate’s age should be between 30 and 45 years as on the closing date of application. Age relaxation will be applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.

  • Nationality:
    The applicant must be a citizen of India.

    Post-wise Eligibility Criteria

    Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications

    Educational Qualification:
    Candidates must possess a Degree in Law from a recognized university.

    Experience:
    Applicants should have at least two years of experience in:

    • Handling court cases and other legal matters, or

    • Dealing with matters related to Trade Marks and Geographical Indications.

    Desirable Qualification:

    • Master’s Degree in Intellectual Property from a recognized university.

    Relaxation of Qualifications:

    • The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) may relax the prescribed qualifications at its discretion, provided valid reasons are recorded in writing, for candidates who are otherwise well qualified.

    • The experience requirement may also be relaxed for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) or Scheduled Tribes (ST) if a sufficient number of suitable candidates with the required experience are not available.

    Deputy Director (Examination Reforms)

    Educational Qualification:
    Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree in any of the following disciplines from a recognized university or institute:

    • Humanities

    • Science

    • Commerce

    • Engineering / Technology

    • Professional courses such as Law, Management, Finance, or Accounts

    Experience:
    Applicants should have a minimum of five years of post-qualification experience in one or more of the following areas:

    • Teaching at degree level

    • Research activities

    • Preparation of teaching-learning material

    • Curriculum development

    • Educational testing

    • Examination reforms

    • Development and administration of online examinations

    Desirable Qualification:

    • One-year Diploma in Computer Applications from a recognized institute.

    Desirable Experience:

    • Two years of experience in software applications.

    Relaxation of Qualifications:

    • UPSC may relax the essential qualifications at its discretion for candidates who are otherwise well qualified.

    • The experience requirement may be relaxed for candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) if an adequate number of eligible candidates are not available.

    Salary / Pay Scale

    • Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications:
      Level-07 in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC)

    • Deputy Director (Examination Reforms):
      Level-11 in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC)

    Note:
    The Commission may grant a higher initial pay to candidates found meritorious during the interview.

    Age Limit (as on 01 January 2026)

    Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications

    • UR / EWS Candidates: Up to 30 years

    • OBC Candidates: Up to 33 years

    • SC / ST Candidates: Up to 35 years

    • PwBD Candidates: Up to 40 years

    Age Relaxation Rules:

    • SC/ST: Relaxation of up to 5 years

    • OBC: Relaxation of up to 3 years

    • PwBD: Relaxation of up to 10 years

    • Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation of up to 5 years, subject to prescribed conditions

    • Central Government Employees:

      • Up to 5 years

      • 10 years for SC/ST candidates

      • 8 years for OBC candidates (for reserved posts)

    Note:
    The maximum age limit for PwBD candidates shall not exceed 56 years under any circumstances.

    Deputy Director (Examination Reforms)

    • OBC Candidates: Up to 43 years

    • SC Candidates: Up to 45 years

    All age relaxation provisions mentioned above are applicable to this post as well, as per UPSC rules.

    Application Fee

    Category Application Fee
    General / OBC / EWS (Male Candidates) ₹25/-
    Female Candidates (All Categories) NIL (Exempted)
    SC / ST Candidates NIL (Exempted)
    Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) NIL (Exempted)

    Payment Modes:

    • Visa / MasterCard / RuPay Credit or Debit Card

    • UPI

    • Internet Banking of any bank

    Important Notes:

    • No fee exemption is available for OBC / EWS / Unreserved male candidates.

    • Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will be rejected outright.

    • The application fee, once paid, shall not be refunded under any circumstances and cannot be carried forward to any other examination.

    Important Dates

    Event Date
    Advertisement Number 14/2025
    Notification Release Date 12 December 2025
    Online Application Start Date 13 December 2025
    Last Date to Apply Online 01 January 2026 (till 18:00 hrs)
    Date for Determining Eligibility 01 January 2026
    Interview Date To be notified separately

    Selection Process

    • Selection will be made through Interview only or Recruitment Test followed by Interview, as decided by the Commission.

    • UPSC may adopt shortlisting criteria to limit the number of candidates called for interview.

    • Shortlisting may be based on:

      • Desirable qualifications

      • Higher educational qualifications

      • Relevant experience

      • Performance in a Recruitment Test

    Minimum Qualifying Marks in Interview

    • UR Candidates: 50 marks (out of 100)

    • OBC Candidates: 45 marks

    • SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: 40 marks

    Note:
    If a Recruitment Test is conducted, candidates must secure the minimum qualifying level at both stages—the test and the interview.

    Candidates shortlisted for interview must produce original documents and certificates for verification.

    General Information & Instructions

    • Job Type:

      • Examiner Post: General Central Service, Group-B Gazetted, Non-Ministerial

      • Deputy Director Post: Group-A Gazetted, Non-Ministerial

    • Probation Period:

      • Examiner: 2 years

      • Deputy Director: 1 year

    • Headquarters: New Delhi, with All India Service Liability

    • PwBD Reservation:

      • Eight vacancies reserved for PwBD under Examiner post

      • Four backlog and four current vacancies

    • ID Proof Required:
      Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Passport / Driving License or any Government-issued photo ID

    • Face Authentication:
      Mandatory face authentication at the examination venue or interview hall

    • Mobile Phone Ban:
      Use of mobile phones or electronic gadgets is strictly prohibited

    • Medical Fitness:
      Selected candidates must be medically fit as per UPSC standards

    • Government Employees:
      Must submit a declaration confirming that their Head of Office/Department has been informed

    • Citizenship Eligibility:
      Indian citizens or eligible subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, Tibetan refugees (before 01-01-1962), or persons of Indian origin from specified countries

    • Scribe Facility:
      Available for PwBD candidates with blindness, locomotor disability (both arms affected), or cerebral palsy, if required

    • Mode of Application:
      Only online applications through https://upsconline.nic.in are accepted

    • Helpdesk:

      • Phone: 011-24041001

      • Email: upscsoap@nic.in

      • Timing: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM (working days during application period)

    How to Apply Online

    1. Visit the official website: https://upsconline.nic.in

    2. Read all general and module-wise instructions carefully.

    3. Complete the four stages of the application process:

      • Account Creation

      • Universal Registration Number (URN)

      • Common Application Form (CAF)

      • Post-specific Application Module

    4. Upload a clear photograph and capture a live photograph while filling the CAF.

    5. Upload required documents in PDF format, including:

      • Matriculation/10th certificate (Date of Birth proof)

      • Degree/Diploma certificates with mark sheets

      • Experience certificates

      • Caste certificate (if applicable)

      • OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate (if applicable)

      • PwBD certificate (if applicable)

    6. Pay the application fee of ₹25/- (if applicable) using online payment methods.

    7. Submit only one application per post. If multiple applications are submitted, the one with the higher Application Number will be considered.

    8. Take a printout of the final submitted application for future reference.

    9. Do not send hard copies to UPSC unless specifically called for interview.

    Important Advice:

    • Use Aadhaar Card as the preferred ID proof.

    • Apply well before the closing date.

    • All communication will be sent only to the registered email ID.

Status:  Closed

Application Start Date2025-12-13
Last Date2026-01-01
Application FeeRs. 25/- (Rupees Twenty Five Only)
Age Limit30 to 45 years
QualificationDegree in Law / Ph.D in any discipline
Mode of Selectiononline
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