Introduction to UPSC Recruitment 2025 (Advt No. 03/2025)

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced a significant recruitment drive through Advertisement No. 03/2025, inviting online applications for 111 vacancies across various central government departments and ministries. This presents a valuable opportunity for eligible Indian citizens seeking prestigious government positions. The online application process is active, and interested candidates must submit their applications by the deadline of May 1, 2025 (23:59 HRS).

Organization Details: UPSC and Participating Departments

Hiring Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Total Number of Posts: 111
Participating Departments/Ministries:
- Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
- Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organization (PESO), Ministry of Commerce & Industry
- Directorate of Quality Assurance (Naval), Ministry of Defence
- Directorate of Coordination Police Wireless (DCPW), Ministry of Home Affairs
- Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice
- Directorate of Prosecution, Govt. of NCT of Delhi
Job Location: While specific headquarters are mentioned (like New Delhi, Nagpur), most posts carry an All India Service Liability, meaning candidates can be posted anywhere in India or even abroad depending on the role.

UPSC Vacancy Breakdown 2025 (Advt No. 03/2025)

Here is a detailed breakdown of the 111 vacancies announced under UPSC Advertisement No. 03/2025:

S.No	Post Name	Department/Ministry	Vacancies
1	System Analyst (Pay Level – 10)	Dept. of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare	1
2	Deputy Controller of Explosives (Pay Level – 10)	PESO, Ministry of Commerce & Industry	18
3	Assistant Engineer (NQA) – Chemical (Pay Level – 7)	DQA(Naval), Ministry of Defence	1
4	Assistant Engineer (NQA) – Electrical (Pay Level – 7)	DQA(Naval), Ministry of Defence	7
5	Assistant Engineer (NQA) – Mechanical (Pay Level – 7)	DQA(Naval), Ministry of Defence	1
6	Joint Assistant Director (Pay Level – 08)	DCPW, Ministry of Home Affairs	13
7	Assistant Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch) (Pay Level – 11)	Legislative Dept., Ministry of Law & Justice	4
8	Assistant Public Prosecutor (Pay Level – 08)	Directorate of Prosecution, Govt. of NCT of Delhi	66
	Total		111

Eligibility Criteria for UPSC Recruitment 2025

Candidates must carefully review the eligibility criteria for the specific post they wish to apply for. Key requirements generally include:

Educational Qualifications & Experience:

System Analyst: Master’s Degree (Computer Applications/M.Sc. IT/CS) OR B.E./B.Tech (Computer Engg./CS/IT/CSE) + 3 years relevant experience.
Deputy Controller of Explosives: Degree in Chemical Engineering/Technology OR Master’s Degree in Chemistry + 3 years relevant experience.
Assistant Engineer (NQA) – Chemical: Degree in Chemical Engineering OR Master’s Degree in Chemistry + 2 years QA/QC/Production experience.
Assistant Engineer (NQA) – Electrical: Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering + 2 years QA/QC/Production experience.
Assistant Engineer (NQA) – Mechanical: Degree in Mechanical Engineering + 2 years QA/QC/Production experience.
Joint Assistant Director: Degree in Electronics/Electronics and Communication/Telecommunication Engineering OR M.Sc. in Physics with Wireless Communication/Electronics/Radio Physics + 2 years relevant experience.
Assistant Legislative Counsel (Hindi Branch): Master’s Degree in Law (LLM) + Experience in translation/legislative drafting OR specific judicial/legal service experience. Specific Hindi language proficiency is also required.
Assistant Public Prosecutor: Degree in Law (LLB) + 3 years experience at the Bar.

Note: We have summarised the qualification, detailed qualifications are available in notification pdf provided below. Qualifications are relaxable at UPSC’s discretion for otherwise well-qualified candidates. Experience relaxation may apply for SC/ST candidates if sufficient candidates are unavailable.

Age Limit (as on closing date):

System Analyst: 35 years
Deputy Controller of Explosives: 35 years (UR/EWS), 38 (OBC), 40 (SC)
Assistant Engineer (NQA): 30 years (UR/EWS), 35 (SC/ST where applicable)
Joint Assistant Director: 30 years (UR/EWS), 33 (OBC), 35 (SC/ST)
Assistant Legislative Counsel: 40 years (UR), 43 (OBC)
Assistant Public Prosecutor: 30 years (UR/EWS), 33 (OBC), 35 (SC/ST)

Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen categories as per Government of India rules.

Important Dates for UPSC Recruitment 2025

Advertisement Number: 03/2025
Online Application Start Date: April 12, 2025
Online Application Closing Date: May 1, 2025 (23:59 HRS)
Last Date for Printing Submitted Application: May 2, 2025 (23:59 HRS)
Recruitment Test/Interview Date: To be Communicated Later

Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates will be appointed to Group ‘A’ or Group ‘B’ Gazetted posts in the General Central Service or specific services like the Indian Petroleum & Explosives Safety Service. The pay scales offered are as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) matrix:

Level-11: Assistant Legislative Counsel
Level-10: System Analyst, Deputy Controller of Explosives
Level-08: Joint Assistant Director, Assistant Public Prosecutor
Level-07: Assistant Engineer (NQA) – Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical

These posts are generally permanent and come with standard government allowances and benefits, including coverage under the New Pension Scheme (NPS) for those appointed on or after 01.01.2004.

Selection Process

The selection process involves:

Shortlisting: Candidates are initially shortlisted based on the information provided in their online applications. The Commission may adopt shortlisting criteria based on higher qualifications or experience than the minimum prescribed.
Recruitment Test (RT) / Interview: Shortlisted candidates will typically be called for an interview. In cases where a large number of applications are received, the Commission may conduct a Recruitment Test (RT) to further shortlist candidates for the interview. The final selection is usually based on performance in the interview (or RT + Interview, where applicable).
Document Verification: Candidates must produce original documents supporting their claims (age, education, experience, category, etc.) at the time of the interview.

Minimum suitability marks are required in the interview stage (e.g., UR/EWS-50, OBC-45, SC/ST/PwBD-40 out of 100).

How to Apply Online for UPSC Recruitment 2025

Candidates must apply online through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal only.

Visit the Website: Go to the official UPSC ORA website: upsconline.gov.in/ora/
Find the Advertisement: Look for Advertisement No. 03/2025 and the specific post you wish to apply for.
Read Instructions: Carefully read the detailed instructions before filling out the form.
Fill Application Form: Complete the online application form with accurate details regarding personal information, educational qualifications, experience, etc.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and any other required documents as per the specified¹ format.
Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
Submit Application: Review the application thoroughly before final submission.
Print Application: After submission, take a printout of the final application form for your records.

Application Fees

Fee: Rs. 25/- (Rupees Twenty-Five only)
Exemptions: Female candidates, SC, ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.
Payment Modes: The fee can be paid either by remitting cash in any branch of the SBI or by using net banking facility of any bank, or by using Visa/Master/Rupay/Credit/Debit Card/UPI payment.

Stay Updated & Official Links

Candidates are advised to regularly check the official UPSC website for updates regarding the recruitment process, including interview schedules.

Official Notification PDF: Download Now
Online Application Link: Apply Now
Official UPSC Website: upsc.gov.in

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Ensure you apply before the deadline of May 1, 2025. Good luck!