UPSC invites applications for 102 Examiner (Trade Marks & GI) and Deputy Director posts. Apply by January 1, 2026. Check eligibility, syllabus, and Level 10 pay scale.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced recruitment for 102 Group-A and Group-B Gazetted posts under the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks (CGPDTM) for 2025–2026. This recruitment, advertised under Advertisement No. 14/2025, offers opportunities for legal and research professionals within the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).
1. Vacancy Distribution
The recruitment is for two main roles:
- Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications (GI): 100 Posts (Group-B Gazetted, Permanent).
- Deputy Director (Examination Reforms): 2 Posts (Group-A Gazetted, Permanent).
Category-wise Breakdown (for Examiner Posts)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 48 |
| OBC | 20 |
| SC | 17 |
| EWS | 09 |
| ST | 06 |
| PwBD (Horizontal reservation) | 08 |
2. Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as of January 1, 2026)
- Examiner (Trade Marks & GI): 21 to 30 years for UR/EWS.
- Deputy Director: Up to 43 years (OBC) and 45 years (SC).
- Relaxations: Standard government rules apply.
Educational & Experience Requirements
- Examiner of Trade Marks & GI: A Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university and two years of relevant experience are required.
- Deputy Director (Examination Reforms): Requires a Ph.D. in a relevant field and five years of post-qualification experience in teaching, research, or examination reforms.
3. Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will receive competitive pay according to the 7th CPC:
- Examiner Post: Pay Level 07 (Basic Pay: ₹44,900).
- Deputy Director Post: Pay Level 11 (Basic Pay: ₹67,700).
4. Selection Process & Syllabus
The selection process includes a Preliminary Exam, Mains Exam, and Interview. The Preliminary Exam is objective-type with negative marking. The Mains Exam has both objective and descriptive papers. The Interview is worth 100 marks with minimum qualifying scores based on category.
5. Exam Fees
As per the official advertiseent for the CGPDTM Examiner recruitment, the application fees are as follows:
- General / OBC / EWS (Male Candidates): ₹25 (Rupees Twenty-five only).
- Female / SC / ST / PwBD (All Categories): Exempted (No fee required)
6. How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the UPSC ORA Portal between December 13, 2025, and January 1, 2026. Using the One-Time Registration (OTR) facility is recommended.
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