UPSC Special Recruitment Drive 2025 Apply Online for 241 Group A & B Posts
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Job Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Specialist Grade III (Assistant Professor), Senior Scientific Assistant, Junior Scientific Officer, Manager Grade-I/Section Officer, Tutor College of Nursing, Assistant/Deputy Legislative Counsel, Administrative Officer, Assistant District Attorney, Scientific Officer, Scientist 'B' |
| Total Vacancies | 241 Posts |
| Qualification | Varies by post: MBBS with MD/MS/DNB for Specialist Grade III, Engineering degree for Scientific Assistant posts, Master's degree for Junior Scientific Officer, LLB/LLM for Legal posts, Graduate degree with relevant experience for Administrative posts |
| Age Limit | Varies by post - Generally 18-35 years with age relaxation for reserved categories as per government |
| Salary | Level 7 to Level 12 as per 7th Pay Commission (Rs. 44,900 - Rs. 2,05,400 per month plus allowances including NPA for medical posts) |
| Location | All India |
| Category | PSU Jobs |
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced Advertisement No. 08/2025 for Special Recruitment Drive 2025 to fill 241 vacancies across various Group A and B posts in central government ministries. The recruitment covers diverse sectors including medical (Specialist Grade III), scientific (Junior Scientific Officer), engineering (Senior Scientific Assistant), legal (Legislative Counsel), and administrative positions. Online applications start from June 28, 2025, to July 17, 2025. Selection involves shortlisting, recruitment test (for some posts), and personal interview with document verification.
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Educational Qualification
Varies by post: MBBS with MD/MS/DNB for Specialist Grade III, Engineering degree for Scientific Assistant posts, Master's degree for Junior Scientific Officer, LLB/LLM for Legal posts, Graduate degree with relevant experience for Administrative posts
Age Limit
Varies by post - Generally 18-35 years with age relaxation for reserved categories as per government
Age relaxation applicable as per government rulesApplication Fee
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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Recruitment
Specialist Grade III (Assistant Professor), Senior Scientific Assistant, Junior Scientific Officer, Manager Grade-I/Section Officer, Tutor College of Nursing, Assistant/Deputy Legislative Counsel, Administrative Officer, Assistant District Attorney, Scientific Officer, Scientist 'B'
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced Advertisement No. 08/2025 for Special Recruitment Drive 2025 to fill 241 vacancies across various Group A and B posts in central government ministries. The recruitment covers diverse sectors including medical (Specialist Grade III), scientific (Junior Scientific Officer), engineering (Senior Scientific Assistant), legal (Legislative Counsel), and administrative positions. Online applications start from June 28, 2025, to July 17, 2025. Selection involves shortlisting, recruitment test (for some posts), and personal interview with document verification.
📌 Last Date to Submit Application: 17 Jul 2025
📋 Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) – Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Specialist Grade III (Assistant Professor), Senior Scientific Assistant, Junior Scientific Officer, Manager Grade-I/Section Officer, Tutor College of Nursing, Assistant/Deputy Legislative Counsel, Administrative Officer, Assistant District Attorney, Scientific Officer, Scientist 'B' |
| Total Vacancies | 241 Post(s) |
| Salary / Stipend | Level 7 to Level 12 as per 7th Pay Commission (Rs. 44,900 - Rs. 2,05,400 per month plus allowances including NPA for medical posts) |
| Qualification Required | Varies by post: MBBS with MD/MS/DNB for Specialist Grade III, Engineering degree for Scientific Assistant posts, Master's degree for Junior Scientific Officer, LLB/LLM for Legal posts, Graduate degree with relevant experience for Administrative posts |
| Age Limit | Varies by post - Generally 18-35 years with age relaxation for reserved categories as per government |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 28 Jun 2025 |
| Last Date | 17 Jul 2025 |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
📊 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|
| Post Name | Department/Ministry | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Specialist Grade III (Various Disciplines) | Ministry of Health & Family Welfare | 86 |
| Senior Scientific Assistant (Various Disciplines) | Ministry of Defence | 22 |
| Junior Scientific Officer (Various Disciplines) | Ministry of Home Affairs/Defence | 19 |
| Manager Grade-I/Section Officer | Canteen Stores Dept, Ministry of Defence | 19 |
| Tutor, College of Nursing | Ministry of Health & Family Welfare | 19 |
| Assistant/Deputy Legislative Counsel | Ministry of Law and Justice | 23 |
| Administrative Officer/Asst. District Attorney | Ministry of Defence/Chandigarh Admin | 17 |
| Scientific Officer/Scientist 'B' | Various Ministries | 10 |
| Other Engineering & Technical Posts | Various Ministries | 13 |
| Other Medical & Health Posts | Various Ministries | 13 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
📚 Educational Qualification
- Specialist Grade III: MBBS with Post-Graduate degree (MD/MS/DNB) in concerned specialty + 3 years teaching experience post-PG
- Senior Scientific Assistant: Engineering degree in relevant field + 1 year experience OR Master's degree in relevant subject
- Junior Scientific Officer: Master's degree in Physics/Chemistry/Forensic Science OR Bachelor's in Engineering + 2 years experience
- Legal Officer/Counsel: LLB/LLM with 5-10 years experience in legal practice/teaching
- Administrative Officer: Graduate degree + 3 years supervisory experience in administration
- Manager Grade-I: Graduate degree + Diploma/Degree in Business/Material Management + 3 years relevant experience
Educational Qualification by Post:
Age Limit:
30-50 years (varies by post) with age relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms
👤 Age Limit
- Varies by post - Generally 18-35 years with age relaxation for reserved categories as per government
- Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen as per government rules
💰 Salary Structure
Pay Scale: Level 7 to Level 12 as per 7th Pay Commission (Rs. 44,900 - Rs. 2,05,400 per month plus allowances including NPA for medical posts)
Additional allowances as per government norms (DA, HRA, TA, etc.)
💳 Application Fee
Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI
📝 Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on higher qualifications and experience (if large number of applications)
- Recruitment Test (for selected posts) - 75% weightage
- Personal Interview - 25% weightage
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List preparation
Note: Selection process may vary. Please refer to official notification for exact details.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 10 Dec 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 28 Jun 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 Jul 2025 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release | Before exam date |
📝 How to Apply
- Visit UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal at upsconline.gov.in
- Look for Advertisement No. 08/2025 and select your desired post
- Register as new user or login with existing credentials
- Fill application form with personal information, educational qualifications, and experience details
- Upload scanned documents: recent photograph (not more than 10 days old), signature, educational certificates, experience certificates, caste certificate (if applicable)
- Pay application fee online through Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI
- Verify all details and submit the application form
- Take printout of final submitted application for records
- Last date to apply: July 17, 2025 (23:59 HRS)
⭐ Important Highlights
- ✨ Total Vacancies: 241 Post(s)
- ✨ Attractive Salary: Level 7 to Level 12 as per 7th Pay Commission (Rs. 44,900 - Rs. 2,05,400 per month plus allowances including NPA for medical posts)
- ✨ Location: All India
- ✨ Application Mode: Online
- ⚠️ Don't miss the last date: 17 Jul 2025
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Selection process may vary. Please refer to official notification for exact details.
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