Ready to shape your career with India’s top government roles? The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has rolled out Advertisement No. 07/2025, offering 462 vacancies for Assistant Editor, Assistant Chemist, Specialist Grade III, and more Group B and C posts across Central Government Ministries and Departments. From technical expertise to medical and administrative excellence, this is your opportunity to join a rewarding career with great pay, stability, and growth!
Crafted directly from the official UPSC notification, this post delivers accurate, engaging, and scannable details in a clean format with tables and bullet points for easy navigation. Let’s dive into everything you need to ace UPSC Recruitment 2025!
🔹 Job Description
The UPSC 2025 recruitment targets 462 Group B and C posts, spanning technical, medical, administrative, and research roles in Ministries like Mines, Health, Railways, and Defence. These positions offer diverse responsibilities tailored to specialized skills.
Key Posts & Responsibilities:
- Assistant Editor: Editing publications for the Indian Bureau of Mines.
- Assistant Chemist: Conducting chemical analyses for geological surveys.
- Deputy Director (Mining/Medical): Overseeing mining safety or medical administration.
- Specialist Grade III: Providing specialized healthcare in fields like Cardiac Anaesthesia or Psychiatry.
- Assistant Director: Managing banking, corporate law, or industrial hygiene tasks.
This recruitment is perfect for professionals seeking impactful roles in public service.
🔹 Recruitment Board
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
As India’s premier recruitment body under Article 315 of the Constitution, UPSC conducts merit-based selections for Group A and B posts across Central Government departments. Renowned for its transparency and rigor, UPSC ensures fair opportunities for all eligible candidates.
🔹 Application Period & Last Date
- Application Start Date: June 14, 2025
- Last Date for Online Form Submission: July 3, 2025 (23:59 hours)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: July 3, 2025 (23:59 hours)
- Last Date for Printing Application: July 4, 2025 (23:59 hours)
Note: Submit applications early on upsconline.gov.in to avoid technical issues. No corrections are permitted after submission.
🔹 Post Name
The recruitment covers 462 posts across various disciplines, including:
- Assistant Editor (Indian Bureau of Mines)
- Assistant Chemist (Indian Bureau of Mines)
- Assistant Mining Geologist, Junior Mining Geologist
- Assistant Mineral Economist (Intelligence)
- Assistant Director (Banking, Corporate Law, Industrial Hygiene, Chemical)
- Deputy Director (Mining, Medical)
- Deputy Superintending Horticulturist, Deputy Architect
- Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Cardiac Anaesthesia, Dermatology, Psychiatry, etc.)
- Divisional Medical Officer (Psychiatry)
- Ayurvedic/Homeopathic Physician, Medical Officer (Siddha)
- Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Scientist ‘B’, and more
Note: Candidates may apply for multiple posts if eligible, with separate applications for each.
🔹 Educational Qualification
Qualifications, required by August 1, 2025, vary by post:
- Assistant Editor: Degree in Journalism/Mass Communication + 3 years’ editing experience.
- Assistant Chemist: M.Sc. in Chemistry + experience in chemical analysis.
- Assistant Mining Geologist: M.Sc. in Geology/Applied Geology.
- Assistant Director (Banking): CA/ICWA/MBA (Finance).
- Assistant Director (Corporate Law): Degree in Law + 3 years’ experience.
- Deputy Director (Mining): Postgraduate Degree in Mining Engineering.
- Specialist Grade III: MBBS + Postgraduate Degree/Diploma (e.g., MD/MS) in relevant specialty + 3 years’ experience.
- Ayurvedic/Homeopathic Physician: Degree in Ayurveda/Homeopathy + registration.
- Veterinary Assistant Surgeon: B.V.Sc. + registration.
- General Eligibility: Degrees like B.A., B.Arch., B.Sc., B.Tech, LLB, MBBS, CA, M.Sc., PG Diploma, M.V.Sc., M.Phil/Ph.D., MS/MD, M.Ch., or DM, per post requirements.
Note: Specific experience and qualifications are detailed in the official notification.
🔹 Total Vacancies
UPSC has announced 462 tentative vacancies. A partial breakdown includes:
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Editor | 1 |
| Assistant Chemist | 4 |
| Assistant Mining Geologist | 12 |
| Assistant Mineral Economist | 6 |
| Deputy Director of Mines Safety (Mining) | 36 |
| Divisional Medical Officer (Psychiatry) | 26 |
| Deputy Architect | 16 |
| Assistant Director Grade-I (Chemical) | 11 |
| Others | To be updated |
| Total | 462 |
Note: Category-wise (UR, SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD) details will be updated on upsconline.gov.in.
🔹 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹25 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female | Exempted (₹0) |
- Payment Mode: Online (SBI Net Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, UPI) or offline (SBI cash challan).
- Deadline: July 3, 2025 (23:59 hours).
🔹 Age Limit
Age is calculated as of August 1, 2025, varying by post:
| Post | Age Limit | Eligible Birth Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Editor, Assistant Chemist | Up to 35 years | Aug 2, 1990 – Aug 1, 2007 |
| Deputy Director (Mining) | Up to 40 years | Aug 2, 1985 – Aug 1, 2007 |
| Specialist Grade III, Medical Officer | Up to 45 years | Aug 2, 1980 – Aug 1, 2007 |
| Others | 30–40 years | Varies by post |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per rules |
Eligibility: Indian citizens or subjects of Nepal/Bhutan or specified persons of Indian origin with eligibility certificates.
🔹 Salary / Stipend
Salaries align with the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC), including allowances (DA, HRA, TA):
| Pay Level | Basic Pay Range | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Level-7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | Assistant Editor, Assistant Chemist |
| Level-8 | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 | Assistant Director (Banking) |
| Level-10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 | Deputy Architect, Specialist Grade III |
| Level-11 | ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 | Deputy Director (Mining, Medical) |
- Gross Salary: Approx. ₹50,000–₹90,000 (varies by city).
- Perks: Pension (NPS), medical facilities, and career progression.
🔹 How to Apply
Follow these step-by-step instructions to apply:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to upsconline.gov.in.
- Access ORA Portal: Click “Online Recruitment Application (ORA)” for Advertisement No. 07/2025.
- Register: Enter details (name, date of birth, email, mobile) to generate a registration ID.
- Fill Application: Select post, provide personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload Documents:
- Photograph: Recent (JPEG, 20–300 KB).
- Signature: Scanned (JPEG, 20–300 KB).
- Certificates: Degree, experience, category (PDF, max 1 MB).
- Pay Fee: Complete payment online or via SBI challan (if applicable).
- Submit & Print: Review, submit, and print the application for records.
Note: Retain registration ID and application printout. No hard copy submission required.
🔹 Syllabus
Selection varies by post, typically involving Scrutiny, Recruitment Test (RT), Interview, and Document Verification. No standardized syllabus, but:
- Recruitment Test (RT) (if applicable):
- Objective-type, 2 hours, 100–300 marks.
- Negative marking: 0.33 marks per wrong answer.
- Topics:
- Post-specific technical knowledge (e.g., Chemistry for Assistant Chemist, Mining for Deputy Director).
- General Awareness, Reasoning, English Comprehension.
- Interview:
- 100 marks (minimum: UR/EWS–50, OBC–45, SC/ST/PwBD–40).
- Assesses technical expertise, communication, and personality.
- Medical/Specialist Posts: May include practical assessments or viva-voce.
Note: RT weightage (if conducted) is 75:25 (RT:Interview). Refer to the notification for post-specific details.
🔹 Additional Details
- Exam Mode:
- RT (if applicable): Offline/Online in major cities.
- Interview: In-person at UPSC, New Delhi, or regional centers.
- Job Locations: Across India (e.g., Mines, Health, Railways, Defence).
- Document Requirements:
- Educational and experience certificates.
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD).
- Aadhaar or valid photo ID.
- Selection Process:
- Scrutiny for shortlisting.
- RT (if needed) + Interview for merit.
- Document Verification and Medical Fitness test.
- Result: Published as PDFs on upsc.gov.in with roll numbers.
Note: Reservations apply for PwBD and reserved categories.
🔹 Important Links
| Action | Link Placeholder |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | [Apply Link] |
| Download Notification | [Download Notification PDF] |
Important Note: Please refer to the official notification before applying.