Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites online applications for 102 permanent posts including Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications and Deputy Director (Examination Reforms). Candidates must have relevant qualifications and experience. The last date to apply online is 01-01-2026. Selection involves application screening, possible recruitment test, and interview. Application fees apply for certain categories. The recruitment covers multiple Indian states and Union Territories.
Vacancy Details
- Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications: 100 vacancies
Qualification: Degree in Law from a recognized University with two years experience in legal matters related to Trade Marks and Geographical Indications- UR: 48
- EWS: 9
- OBC: 20
- SC: 17
- ST: 6
- PwBD: 8
- Deputy Director (Examination Reforms): 2 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D in Humanities, Science, Commerce, Engineering/Technology or professional course with five years post-qualification experience in teaching, research, curriculum development, examination reforms or administration
Qualification Requirements
Degree in Law from a recognized University with two years experience in handling court cases and legal matters related to Trade Marks and Geographical Indications for Examiner post; Ph.D in Humanities, Science, Commerce, Engineering/Technology or professional course such as Law, Management, Finance, or Accounts with five years post-qualification experience in teaching, research, curriculum development, educational testing, examination reforms, or administration of online examinations for Deputy Director post.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 30 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years
Application Fees
- Unreserved (UR) / OBC / EWS Male Candidates: ₹25
- SC / ST / Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) / Women Candidates (all categories): ₹0
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of Applications: Applications will be screened based on qualifications and experience; fulfilling minimum qualifications does not guarantee selection.
- Recruitment Test (If Conducted): A test may be conducted to limit candidates for interview; candidates must meet minimum suitability levels.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed; minimum qualifying marks vary by category; final selection based on interview or combined test and interview performance.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC online recruitment portal and create an account if not registered.
- Complete Universal Registration with personal details and upload photograph and signature.
- Ensure photograph is clear and recent; capture live photograph as required.
- Fill the Common Application Form with accurate details.
- Apply for the relevant post by selecting the advertisement and completing the post-specific form.
- Upload supporting documents in PDF format for DOB, qualifications, experience, category certificates, etc.
- Pay the application fee online before 01-01-2026.
- Submit the application after verifying all details before the last date.
- Download and keep a printout of the submitted application for reference.
- No need to send printed application or documents by post or in person at this stage.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Posted on: 13-12-2025
- Last date to apply: 01-01-2026
