UPSC Recruitment 2025: 241 Scientific Officer & Other Posts

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced new job openings for 241 different posts . These include positions like Scientific Officer, Specialist, Senior Scientific Assistant , and many others. Students and job seekers can apply for these government jobs.

The application process started on June 28, 2025 . The last date to apply online is July 17, 2025 . Interested candidates must apply through the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in .

Important Dates

Event Date
Application Start Date June 28, 2025
Last Date to Apply Online July 17, 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment July 17, 2025
Admit Card To be announced later
Exam Date To be announced later

Candidates should regularly check the official UPSC website for updates on admit cards and exam dates.

Application Fees

The application fee varies by category:

  • For General, OBC, and EWS candidates: ₹25/-
  • For SC, ST, PwBD, and Female candidates: ₹00/- (No Fee)

You can pay the fee online using a Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking. You can also pay offline using an E-Challan.

Age Limit

As of June 27, 2025 , the minimum age to apply is 30 years , and the maximum age is 50 years . Please note that age limits can be different for some specific posts. Candidates must read the full official job announcement for exact age details for each position.

Total Posts and Eligibility

UPSC aims to fill a total of 241 positions across various departments.

To be eligible for these jobs, candidates generally need a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, a Master’s Degree, or a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from a recognized university or institution. The exact qualification needed depends on the specific job post. It is very important to check the detailed eligibility for each post in the official UPSC notification.

Posts Available

Here is a list of some of the posts announced by UPSC:

Post Name Number of Posts
Specialist 72
Senior Scientific Assistant 20
Regional Director 01
Scientific Officer 02
Administrative Officer 08
Junior Scientific Officer 09
Manager Grade-I / Section Officer 19
Senior Design Officer 07
Senior Scientific Officer 01
Scientist B 05
Legal Officer 05
Dental Surgeon 04
Dialysis Medical Officer 02
Tutor 19
Assistant Central Intelligence Officer 02
Assistant Director of Mines Safety 03
Deputy Director 02
Assistant Legislative Counsel 14
Deputy Legislative Counsel 09
Assistant Shipping Master and Assistant Director 01
Nautical Surveyor-cum-Deputy Director 01
Assistant Veterinary Surgeon 04
Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) 11
Executive Engineer 01
Assistant District Attorney 09
Total 241

Salary Information

The salary for these UPSC posts depends on the group and level:

  • For Group B posts (like Scientific Assistant): Around ₹44,900/- per month (Pay Level 7 to 8).
  • For Group A posts (like Officers, Professors): Around ₹78,800/- per month (Pay Level 10 to 12).
  • Doctors may also receive Non-Practising Allowance (NPA) along with their salary (Level 11 + NPA).

Other allowances will be given as per government rules.

Selection Process

UPSC will select candidates through a few steps:

  1. Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their application and eligibility.
  2. Recruitment Test: A written exam may be conducted for some posts.
  3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will attend an interview.
  4. Final Merit List: A final list of selected candidates will be prepared.

How to Apply Online

Follow these steps to apply for the UPSC Recruitment 2025:

  1. Read Notification: First, download and read the complete UPSC job notification PDF.
  2. Visit Website: Go to the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in .
  3. Find Apply Link: Look for the “Apply Online” link for UPSC Recruitment 2025.
  4. Fill Form: Fill in all required details in the online application form.
  5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of necessary documents.
  6. Pay Fees: Pay the application fee, if applicable, using one of the online methods.
  7. Print Form: After submitting, print a copy of your filled application form for your records.

It is important to keep checking the official website for any new updates or changes.