The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released its Advertisement No. 04/2025, inviting online applications for the recruitment of various Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ Gazetted posts across several government departments. This extensive recruitment drive aims to fill 40 vacancies for roles including Scientist-B, Scientific Officer, Technical Officer, Professor, Lecturer, Training Officer, and Senior Veterinary Officer. Eligible candidates can apply online via the official UPSC portal before May 15, 2025.
Organization Overview: UPSC Recruitment 2025
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Hiring Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
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Total Posts: 40
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Roles Available: Scientist, Scientific Officer, Technical Officer, Professor, Lecturer, Training Officer, Senior Veterinary Officer
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Location: Various locations across India, including Kolkata, Kanpur, Delhi, Port Blair, and others (All India Service Liability for some posts).
UPSC Vacancy Breakdown 2025
Here’s a detailed look at the available vacancies:
| Post Name | Department/Ministry | Vacancies |
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| Scientist-B (Electrical) | National Test House, Dept. of Consumer Affairs | 1 |
| Scientific Officer (Electrical) | National Test House, Dept. of Consumer Affairs | 3 |
| Scientific Officer (Mechanical) | National Test House, Dept. of Consumer Affairs | 1 |
| Professor (Sugar Technology) | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur, Dept. of Food and Public Distribution | 1 |
| Lecturer (Sugar Engineering) | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur, Dept. of Food and Public Distribution | 1 |
| Technical Officer (Forestry) Grade II | Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change | 3 |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Ballistics) | Central Forensic Science Laboratory, Directorate of Forensic Science Services, MHA | 1 |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Biology) | Central Forensic Science Laboratory, Directorate of Forensic Science Services, MHA | 2 |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Chemistry) | Central Forensic Science Laboratory, Directorate of Forensic Science Services, MHA | 1 |
| Scientist ‘B’ (Documents) | Central Forensic Science Laboratory, Directorate of Forensic Science Services, MHA | 1 |
| Training Officer (Welder) | Directorate General of Training, Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship | 9 |
| Senior Veterinary Officer | Directorate of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services, A&N Administration | 16 |
| Total | 40 |
Eligibility Criteria: Education, Age Limit & Experience
Scientist-B (Electrical):
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Education: Master’s Degree in Physics OR B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics/Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering.
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Experience: 1 year (for Master’s) or 2 years (for B.E./B.Tech) practical experience in testing/calibration.
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Age Limit: 38 years for OBC.
Scientific Officer (Electrical & Mechanical):
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Education: Master’s Degree in Physics OR Degree in Electrical/Electrical & Electronics/Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering (Electrical) or Mechanical Engineering/Metallurgy (Mechanical).
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Experience: 1 year in advanced electrical/mechanical testing or R&D.
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Age Limit: 30 years (UR), 35 years (SC for Electrical).
Professor (Sugar Technology):
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Education: Degree in Science/Engineering with Associateship/PG Diploma in Sugar Technology.
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Experience: 12 years teaching/research/advisory or practical experience in a sugar factory.
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Age Limit: 50 years (UR).
Lecturer (Sugar Engineering):
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Education: Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or AMIE + Associateship/PG Diploma in Sugar Engineering.
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Experience: 2 years research/practical/advisory teaching experience.
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Age Limit: 35 years (UR).
Training Officer (Welder):
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Education: B.Voc/B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical/Production Engg. OR 3 years Diploma in Mechanical/Production Engg./Advanced Diploma (Vocational).
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Experience: 2 years (Degree), 5 years (Diploma), or 7 years (NTC/NAC) in welding/fabrication.
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Age Limit: 30 years (UR/EWS), 35 years (SC), 40 years (PwBD).
Senior Veterinary Officer:
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Education: Recognized veterinary qualification and registration with State/Indian Veterinary Council.
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Age Limit: 35 years (UR/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST), 45 years (PwBD).
Important Dates for UPSC Recruitment 2025
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Notification Release Date: April 2025 (Advertisement No. 04/2025)
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Online Application Start Date: April 26, 2025
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Online Application Closing Date: May 15, 2025 (23:59 HRS)
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Last Date for Printing Submitted Application: May 16, 2025 (23:59 HRS)
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Interview Date: To be intimated separately to shortlisted candidates.
Salary and Benefits (Pay Scale)
Selected candidates will be offered attractive pay scales according to the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC):
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Level-13: Professor (Sugar Technology)
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Level-10: Scientist-B (Electrical, Ballistics, Biology, Chemistry, Documents), Lecturer (Sugar Engineering), Senior Veterinary Officer
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Level-08: Scientific Officer (Electrical, Mechanical)
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Level-07: Technical Officer (Forestry) Grade II, Training Officer (Welder)
Additional allowances and benefits as per Central Government rules.
Selection Process: How UPSC Selects Candidates
The selection process typically involves:
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Shortlisting: Based on application details. A Recruitment Test (RT) may be conducted if required.
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Interview: Shortlisted candidates will attend interviews, with the final merit list based on interview and possibly RT marks.
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Document Verification: Original documents will be verified during the interview.
How to Apply Online for UPSC Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps to apply:
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Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.
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Find the relevant advertisement (Advt. No. 04/2025) and select your desired post.
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Read the instructions carefully and fill in the application form with all personal and educational details.
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Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, DOB proof, Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates, Caste Certificate if applicable).
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Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
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Review your application before submission.
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Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Application Fees
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General/OBC/EWS Male Candidates: ₹25/-
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Female/SC/ST/PwBD Candidates: Exempted from Fee
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Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI) or Offline (Cash challan at SBI Branch).
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