UPSC CGPDTM Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 102 Posts
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 14/2025 announcing direct recruitment for 100 Examiner of Trade Marks and Geographical Indications positions under the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, along with 2 Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) posts in UPSC. Eligible Indian nationals with the requisite qualifications, experience and skills must apply online from December 13, 2025 to January, 01, 2026, using the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal. This notification is a golden opportunity for candidates looking for Government PSC Jobs in India.
Category Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Examiner (Trademarks & Geo. Indications) | 100 |
| Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) | 02 |
| Total Posts | 102 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
| Examiner (Trade Marks & Geo. Indications) |
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| Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) |
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Important Dates
- Application Begin: December 13, 2025
- Last Date for Apply: January 01, 2026 (till 18:00 hrs)
Age Limit
| Post Name | Category | Maximum Age |
| Examiner (Trade Marks & GI) | UR/EWS | 30 years |
| OBC | 33 years | |
| SC/ST | 35 years | |
| PwBD | 40 years | |
| Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) | OBC | 43 years |
| SC | 45 years |
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS (Male): Rs. 25/-
Application Mode
- Online
Pay Scale
- Examiner (Trade Marks & GI): Rs. 44,900 – Rs. 1,42,400/- (7th CPC)
- Deputy Director (Examination Reforms): Rs. 67,700 – Rs. 2,08,700/- (7th CPC)
Selection Process
- Candidates must ensure that they satisfy all eligibility conditions before applying.
- On account of large numbers of applicants, the shortlisting will be done as per the UPSC criteria.
- These shortlisted candidates may then be called for a Recruitment Test (RT) and Interview.
- The minimum qualifying marks for the interview will be UR: 50; OBC: 45; SC/ST/PWD: 40 (out of 100).
- Final Selection will be based on the performance in the interview and the Recruitment Test (if conducted).
How to Apply for UPSC CGPDTM Recruitment 2025
- Vsiit the official website at https://upsc.gov.in/
- Under the Recruitment section, locate “Advertisement No.14 – 2025”.
- The UPSC recruitment portal is https://upsconline.nic.in
- Register with your details and generate your Universal Registration Number (URN).
- Once registration is complete, fill up the Common Application Form (CAF) and the post-specific module.
- Upload the documents as mentioned (DOB, Educational Certificates, Experience, Caste/PwBD certificates etc.).
- If applicable, pay the application fee online.
- Complete the submission of the application form and keep a printed copy for future use.
FAQs
UPSC CGPDTM Recruitment 2025 has been announced through Advertisement No. 14/2025 by the Union Public Service Commission. The notification invites applications for 100 Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications posts under the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, along with 2 Deputy Director posts in UPSC. The online application process will remain open from December 13, 2025 to January 1, 2026.
The recruitment notification has included a total of 102 vacancies. This includes 100 of the Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications in the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and 2 of Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) in UPSC. The position will be permanent and the pay scale will be covered under the 7th CPC Pay Scale.
The candidate for the Examiner position must possess a law degree and must have been engaged in legal matters connected to trademarks for a period of two consecutive years. The Deputy Directors must have a Ph.D. degree in the relevant subjects and five years of experience in teaching, research or examination reform. There will be variability in age restrictions for the various categories and due to reserved category, there will be relaxations in age limits.
Important Links
| Official Notification | www.upsc.gov.in |
| Short Notification | www.aavedan.co |
| Official Website | www.upsc.gov.in |
| Apply Online | www.upsconline.nic.in |
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