The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released a short notice regarding the highly anticipated recruitment drive for the posts of Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications and Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) under the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM). The detailed notification will be available for download on 13th December 2025. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online starting from 13th December 2025 to 1st January 2026 through the official UPSC ORA portal at upsconline.nic.in. Here we will cover all important details like eligibility criteria, application process, selection process and other key details.
UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Recruitment 2025
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Posts | 102 |
| Post Name | Deputy Director |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Check Notification |
| Salary | Rs. 67,900 |
| Last Date To Apply | 1st January 2026 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- For Examiner of Trade Marks & GI:
- Candidates must likely possess a Degree in Law from a recognized University.
- Note: Previous cycles for Trade Marks Examiners have specifically required a Law degree.
- For Deputy Director (Examination Reforms):
- Qualifications generally include a Master’s Degree in a relevant subject along with specific experience in examination conduct or reforms.
2. Age Limit (As on Closing Date)
- Examiner of Trade Marks & GI:
- UR / EWS: Max 30 years.
- OBC: Max 33 years.
- SC / ST: Max 35 years.
- PwBD: Max 40 years.
- Deputy Director:
- OBC: Max 43 years.
- SC: Max 45 years.
Selection Process
The selection process consists following stages:
- Written Test
- Document Verification
How To Apply Online For UPSC CGPDTM Recruitment 2025
Candidates need to fill application form by following below details:
- Go to the official website at upsconline.nic.in.
- Register with valid email and mobile number.
- Click on the link for “Online Recruitment Application (ORA) for Various Recruitment Posts (Advt. No. 14/2025)”.
- Fill application form with your personal, educational and contact details.
- Upload scanned documents such as photo, signature and educational certificates.
- Pay application fee.
- Submit and take printout for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When will the detailed notification for UPSC Advt 14/2025 be released?
The detailed notification with the syllabus and exact eligibility rules will be released on 13th December 2025.
Q2. What is the age limit for the Examiner post?
The maximum age is generally 30 years for Unreserved candidates, with relaxations for reserved categories.
Important Links
| Notification | Check Here |
| Apply Link | Check Here |
