The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the notification for the CGPDTM Examiner Recruitment 2025 (Advertisement No. 14/2025). This recruitment drive invites applications for 102 vacancies within the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM), under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade.
Vacancy Overview
The current recruitment cycle aims to fill 100 Examiner positions and 02 Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) posts, with a focus on Trade Marks (TM) and Geographical Indications (GI). Below is the category-wise breakdown of these positions.
| Category | Examiner | Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 48 | — |
| EWS | 09 | — |
| OBC | 20 | 1 |
| SC | 17 | 1 |
| ST | 6 | — |
| Total | 100 | 02 |
Eligibility and Salary Details
Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and experience requirements to be eligible. Additionally, applicants should note the salary structure for these roles.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Work Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Examiner | Degree in law from a recognized University | Two years in handling Court cases, legal matters, or TM/GI matters. |
| Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) | PhD in relevant disciplines (Humanities, Science, Commerce, Engineering, Law, etc.) | Five years in teaching, research, curriculum development, or examination reform. |
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Examiner | Pay Level 7 | Rs. 44900 to Rs. 46200/- |
| Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) | Pay Level 11 | Rs. 67,700 to Rs. 2,08,700/- |
Age Limits (As on 01/01/2026)
- Examiner Posts: UR/EWS: 30 Years; OBC: 33 Years; SC/ST: 35 Years; PwBD: 40 Years.
- Deputy Director Posts: OBC: 43 Years; SC: 45 Years.
Steps to Apply for UPSC Examiner Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) website: https://upsconline.nic.in/.
- Click on 'New User? Register' if you have not registered previously.
- Verify your email and mobile number using the OTP received.
- Create a secure password and finalize your OTR registration.
- Log in to the portal using your OTR ID and password at https://upsconline.nic.in/login.
- Locate and select Advertisement No. 14/2025 for the Examiner post.
- Complete the application form with all required educational and personal details.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and necessary documents in the specified format.
- Process the application fee (exemptions apply for Female, SC/ST, and PwBD candidates).
- Submit the final application and save the confirmation page.
Once you have successfully applied, it is recommended that you prepare for the interview stage. You can refer to UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Previous Year Question Papers – Click to Check to strengthen your preparation. Ensure you check the official website www.upsc.gov.in regularly for updates on interview schedules and admit card releases.
Documents Required for Interview
- Hard copy of the submitted online application.
- Original academic and professional certificates.
- Self-attested photocopies of all supporting documents.
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