Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 08/2025 for the recruitment of 241 posts including Scientific Officers, Specialists, Legal Officers, and other Group A & B positions in various departments. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 28 June to 17 July 2025.
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Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹25/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female | ₹0/- (Exempted) |
UPSC Specialist Recruitment 2025 Post-wise Vacancy & Eligibility
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Director | 01 | M.Sc. in Microbiology or Botany with specialization in Plant Pathology + 10 yrs experience |
| Scientific Officer (Chemical) | 01 | M.Sc. in Chemistry or equivalent + 1 yr experience in Chemical Analysis |
| Scientific Officer (Electrical) | 01 | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering + 1 yr experience |
| Specialist Grade III (Anaesthesiology) | 58 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Anaesthesiology + 3 yrs exp (PG degree) or 5 yrs (PG diploma) |
| Specialist Grade III (Biochemistry) | 01 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Biochemistry + relevant experience |
| Specialist Grade III (Forensic Medicine) | 06 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Forensic Medicine + relevant experience |
| Specialist Grade III (Microbiology) | 09 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Microbiology |
| Specialist Grade III (Pathology) | 06 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Pathology |
| Specialist Grade III (Plastic Surgery) | 02 | MBBS + M.Ch. in Plastic Surgery or equivalent |
| Specialist Grade III (Surgical Oncology) | 02 | MBBS + M.Ch./DNB in Surgical Oncology or equivalent |
| Specialist Grade III (Transfusion Medicine) | 02 | MBBS + MD in Immuno-Hematology & Blood Transfusion |
| Specialist Grade III (Tuberculosis & Resp.) | 01 | MBBS + PG in Tuberculosis & Chest Diseases or Pulmonary Medicine |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel | 03 | LLB + English or Hindi drafting proficiency + 1 yr legislative experience |
| District Attorney | 11 | LLB + 7 yrs practice as Advocate in criminal courts |
| Assistant Professor (Electrical Engg.) | 01 | B.E./B.Tech & M.E./M.Tech in Electrical Engineering with first class in either + UGC norms |
| Assistant Professor (Physics) | 01 | Master’s in Physics + NET/SLET or Ph.D. in concerned discipline |
| Administrative Officer | 05 | Bachelor’s Degree + 3 yrs administrative or supervisory experience |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting Based on Qualifications
- Recruitment Test (if required)
- Personal Interview / Document Verification
- Final Merit Based on Interview Score
UPSC Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025 : Exam Pattern
For most Specialist / Scientific Officer posts, UPSC conducts a Recruitment Test (RT) as the first stage of selection.
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Reasoning Ability | 50 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| English Language | 50 | 25 |
| Subject-Specific (Professional Knowledge) | 50 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Duration: 2 Hours
Type: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
Negative Marking: Not Applicable (unless mentioned in post-specific rules)
UPSC Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025 : Syllabus Overview
1. Reasoning Ability (25 Marks)
- Number & Letter Series
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relation
- Puzzles & Seating Arrangement
- Syllogism
- Logical Deductions
2. Quantitative Aptitude (50 Marks)
- Simplification
- Ratio & Proportion
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Time & Work
- Data Interpretation
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Geometry & Mensuration
3. English Language (25 Marks)
- Grammar (Parts of Speech, Tenses, Voice)
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- Sentence Rearrangement
- Comprehension
- Spot the Error
- Cloze Test
4. Professional Knowledge (100 Marks)
- Post-specific subject matter based on qualifications (e.g.):
- Medical Posts: Anatomy, Physiology, Diagnosis, Treatment
- Engineering Posts: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, etc. (as per post)
- Scientific Posts: Forensic Science, Geology, Environment
- Legal Posts: Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, IPC/CRPC
- Intelligence/ACIO: Internal Security, Polity, Governance, Law
Note: Check the official notification for post-wise syllabus details.
Preparation Tips
Focus on Professional Knowledge – It carries the highest weightage (100 marks). Revise core concepts from textbooks and standard references.
Practice Reasoning & Aptitude Daily – Use previous UPSC papers and online quizzes to build speed and accuracy.
Enhance English Skills – Regular reading, grammar practice, and mock comprehension are crucial.
Time Management – Attempt mocks in real-time to master the 2-hour pattern.
Revise Regularly – Make short notes of formulas, laws, or definitions.
How to Apply UPSC Specialist Recruitment 2025
- Visit the new UPSC OTR Portal: https://upsconline.nic.in/upsc/OTRP/
- Register via One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered
- Login and click on Advt. No. 08/2025 – Apply Now
- Fill the online form with personal, academic, and experience details
- Upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Degree, etc.)
- Pay the application fee and submit the form
- Save/print your application for future use
Important Links:
| For OTR Registration | UPSC OTR Registration |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Join Govformhub Channel | Telegram | WhatsApp |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q.1. How many vacancies are released under UPSC Advt 08/2025?
✅ Total 241 vacancies.
Q.2. What is the last date to apply?
✅ 17 July 2025.
Q.3. Is UPSC Recruitment 2025 for doctors also?
✅ Yes, multiple Specialist Grade III (MBBS/MD) posts are included.
Q.4. Is experience required?
✅ Yes, most posts require 1–5 years of experience depending on role.
Q.5. What is the application fee?
✅ ₹25 for General/OBC/EWS, Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Female.