UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 102 Posts

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)  has released an official notification for the recruitment of 102 CGPDTM Examiner Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official UPSC website. The last date to submit the application form is 01-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

UPSC Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications Recruitment 2025 Overview

UPSC Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

For Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications:

• Educational Qualification: Degree in law of a recognized University
• Experience: Two years' experience in handling Court cases and other legal matters or in handling matters of Trade marks and Geographical Indications
• Desirable Qualification: Master's Degree in Intellectual Property of a recognized University
• Note: The qualifications are relaxable at the discretion of the Union Public Service Commission, for reasons to be recorded in writing, in the case of candidates otherwise well qualified
• Note: The qualification regarding experience is relaxable at the discretion of the Union Public Service Commission in the case of candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes or the Scheduled Tribes, if sufficient number of candidates from these communities possessing the requisite experience are not likely to be available

For Deputy Director (Examination Reforms):

• Educational Qualification: Ph.D in any discipline in Humanities or Science or Commerce or Engineering/Technology or in a professional course such as Law or Management or Finance or Accounts from a recognized University or Institute
• Experience: Five years post qualification experience in teaching at degree level / research / preparation of teaching learning material / curriculum development / educational testing / examination reforms / development & administration of online examinations
• Desirable Qualification: One year Diploma in Computer Application from a recognized Institute
• Desirable Experience: Two years' experience in software applications
• Note: The qualifications are relaxable at the discretion of the Union Public Service Commission, for reasons to be recorded in writing, in the case of candidates otherwise well qualified
• Note: The qualification regarding experience is relaxable at the discretion of the Union Public Service Commission in the case of candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes, if sufficient number of candidates from this community possessing the requisite experience are not likely to be available

Salary/Stipend

• Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications: Level-07 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
• Deputy Director (Examination Reforms): Level-11 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
• The Commission may grant higher initial pay to candidates adjudged meritorious in the interview

Age Limit (as on 01-01-2026)

For Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications:

• UR/EWS Candidates: 30 years
• OBC Candidates: 33 years
• SC/ST Candidates: 35 years
• PwBD Candidates: 40 years
• Age relaxation of up to 5 years for SC/ST, up to 3 years for OBC, and up to 10 years for PwBD candidates
• Age relaxation of 5 years for Ex-Servicemen subject to conditions
• Age relaxation up to 5 years for Central Government employees (10 years for SC/ST and 8 years for OBC in reserved posts)
• Maximum age limit for PwBD candidates shall not exceed 56 years

For Deputy Director (Examination Reforms):

• OBC Candidates: 43 years
• SC Candidates: 45 years
• Age relaxation provisions as mentioned above are applicable

Application Fee

• Payment can be made using Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card/UPI Payment or by using internet banking facility of any Bank
• No fee exemption is available to OBC/EWS/Unreserved male candidates and they are required to pay the full prescribed fee
• Applications without the prescribed fee would not be considered and summarily rejected
• Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstance nor can the fee be held in reserve for any other examination or selection

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Selection will be made through Interview or Recruitment Test followed by Interview as decided by the Commission
• The Commission may adopt short listing criteria to restrict the number of candidates to be called for interview to a reasonable number
• Short listing may be done on the basis of Desirable Qualification, higher educational qualifications, higher experience, or by holding a Recruitment Test
• Minimum qualifying marks in Interview:
  • UR candidates: 50 marks out of 100
  • OBC candidates: 45 marks out of 100
  • SC/ST/PH candidates: 40 marks out of 100
• In case of Recruitment Test followed by interview, candidates must achieve minimum level of suitability at both stages
• Candidates shortlisted for interview will be required to produce original documents and certificates at the time of interview

General Information/Instructions

• Job Type: Permanent Posts - General Central Service Group-B Gazetted, Non-Ministerial (Examiner Post) and Group-A Gazetted, Non-Ministerial (Deputy Director Post)
• Probation Period: Two years for Examiner post, One year for Deputy Director post
• Headquarters: New Delhi with All India Service Liability
• PwBD Vacancies: Eight vacancies are reserved for PwBD in Examiner post, out of which four are backlog and four are current vacancies
• ID Proof Required: Candidates should have Aadhaar Card / Voter Card / PAN Card / Passport / Driving License or any other Photo ID Card issued by State/Central Government
• Face Authentication: All candidates will be required to undergo face authentication at the examination venue/Interview Hall mandatorily
• Mobile Phone Ban: Use of mobile phones or any electronic equipment is strictly prohibited in examination/interview halls
• Medical Fitness: Selected candidates must be in sound bodily health and satisfy medical examination requirements
• Government Employees: Persons already in Regular Government service are required to submit a declaration that they have informed their Head of Office/Department about applying for this selection
• Citizenship: Candidate must be a citizen of India or subject of Nepal/Bhutan or Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 or person of Indian origin from specified countries
• Scribe Facility: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities in categories of blindness, locomotor disability (both arm affected) and cerebral palsy will be provided facility of scribe if desired
• Application Mode: Only online applications through https://upsconline.nic.in will be accepted
• Helpdesk: For assistance, candidates can contact helpline no. 011-24041001 or email [email protected] (10:00 AM to 5:30 PM on working days during application window)

How to Apply

• Candidates are required to apply online only through the official website: https://upsconline.nic.in
• Read the General instructions, Profile/Module wise instructions and instructions for uploading documents carefully before filling the form
• The online application portal has four modules:
  • Account creation
  • Universal Registration Number (URN)
  • Common Application Form (CAF)
  • Examination/Post specific module
• Upload a clear photograph and capture live photograph while filling the Common Application Form
• Upload all required documents/certificates in PDF format in support of claims made in the application:
  • Matriculation/10th certificate or mark sheet indicating date of birth
  • Degree/Diploma certificates with all mark sheets
  • Experience certificates in prescribed format
  • Caste certificate (if applicable) in prescribed format
  • OBC non-creamy layer declaration (if applicable)
  • Disability certificate from competent authority (if applicable)
  • Other supporting documents for claims made
• Pay the application fee of Rs. 25/- (if applicable) through online mode using Debit/Credit Card/UPI/Internet Banking
• Submit only ONE online application per post. If multiple applications are submitted, only the application with higher Application Number will be considered
• After submission, take a printout of the finally submitted online application for future reference
• Do not send printouts of online application or documents to the Commission unless specifically called for interview
• Applicants are strongly advised to use Aadhaar Card as the ID document for verification
• Apply well in advance without waiting for the closing date
• All correspondence will be made through registered e-mail ID only

UPSC Recruitment 2025 Important Links

• Apply Online: Click here
• Official Notification PDF: Click here
• Short Notification PDF: Click here
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UPSC Recruitment 2025 - FAQs

1. What is the starting date to apply for UPSC Recruitment 2025?

Ans: Starting Date to apply is 13/12/2025.

2. What is the last apply date for UPSC Recruitment 2025?

Ans: Last apply date is 01/01/2026 at 18:00 Hours.

3. What is the Eligibility to apply for UPSC Examiner of Trade Marks post?

Ans: Degree in Law with two years' experience in handling Court cases and other legal matters or Trade marks matters.

4. What is the Maximum Age Limit to apply for UPSC Recruitment 2025?

Ans: 30 to 45 years depending on post and category.

5. How many vacancies are being recruited by UPSC Recruitment 2025?

Ans: Total 102 Vacancies (100 for Examiner post and 02 for Deputy Director post).

6. What is the application fee for UPSC Recruitment 2025?

Ans: Rs. 25/- for General/OBC/EWS male candidates. Female, SC/ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from fee payment.

7. What is the selection process for UPSC Recruitment 2025?

Ans: Selection will be based on Interview or Recruitment Test followed by Interview. Minimum qualifying marks: UR-50, OBC-45, SC/ST/PH-40 out of 100.

8. What is the pay scale for these posts?

Ans: Level-07 in Pay Matrix for Examiner post and Level-11 in Pay Matrix for Deputy Director post as per 7th CPC.

9. Is there any reservation for PwBD candidates?

Ans: Yes, 8 vacancies are reserved for PwBD candidates in Examiner post (4 backlog and 4 current vacancies).

10. What documents are required at the time of interview?

Ans: Original documents including educational certificates, experience certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), disability certificate (if applicable), photo ID proof, and printout of online application along with self-attested copies are required.