UPSC Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for Examiner of Trademarks & Deputy Director Posts

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 14/2025, inviting online applications for direct recruitment to prestigious Group ‘A’ Gazetted posts under the Government of India. This recruitment drive offers excellent career opportunities for law graduates, PhD holders, and experienced professionals in intellectual property and examination reforms.

Overview of UPSC Advertisement No. 14/2025

• Recruiting Authority: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
• Mode of Application: Online
• Post Type: Permanent, Group ‘A’ Gazetted, Non-Ministerial
• Pay Scale: As per 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC)

Post 1: UPSC Examiner of Trademarks & Geographical Indications

Vacancy

Vacancy Details

• Total Vacancies: 100
  • UR – 48
  • EWS – 09
  • OBC – 20
  • SC – 17
  • ST – 06
  • PwBD – 08

Department

Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India

Pay Scale

• Level-07 (7th CPC)

Age Limit (Category-wise)

• UR / EWS – 30 years
• OBC – 33 years
• SC / ST – 35 years
• PwBD – 40 years

Educational Qualification

• Essential:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B.)
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in legal matters, court cases, or Intellectual Property (Trade Marks & GI)
• Desirable:
  • Master’s Degree in Intellectual Property Law

Post 2: Deputy Director (Examination Reforms)

Vacancy Details

• Total Vacancies: 02
  • OBC – 01
  • SC – 01

Pay Scale

• Level-11 (7th CPC)

Age Limit

• OBC – 43 years
• SC – 45 years

Educational Qualification & Experience

• Ph.D. in Law / Humanities / Science / Commerce / Engineering / Management / Finance / Accounts
• Minimum 5 years of experience in:
  • Teaching or academic research
  • Examination reforms
  • Curriculum development
  • Online or digital examination systems

Important Dates to Remember

Why Apply for UPSC Group ‘A’ Posts?

• Prestigious central government position
• Attractive pay scale with allowances
• Long-term career stability
• Opportunity to work in IP administration and national examination reforms
• High professional recognition and growth