Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the UPSC ORA Recruitment 2025 under Advertisement No. 06/2025. This recruitment drive includes a total of 494 vacancies across a wide range of posts like Operations Officer, Drug Inspector, Legal Officer, Specialist Doctors, and many others. Interested candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website from 24 May 2025 to 12 June 2025.
This article provides a complete overview of the recruitment process including important dates, application fees, post-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, and application steps.
✅ UPSC ORA Recruitment 2025: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 24 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 12 June 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 12 June 2025 |
| Reprint Application Last Date | 12 June 2025 |
| Exam Date | As per schedule |
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹25 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0 |
| All Category Female | ₹0 |
Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking.
📅 Age Limit (as on 12 June 2025)
- Minimum & Maximum Age: Varies as per post
- Age Relaxation: As per UPSC rules for each category/post
📋 Total Vacancies: 494 Posts
UPSC is recruiting candidates for a wide range of technical and non-technical roles. Below is a summarized list of some key posts:
🔹 Post-Wise Vacancy Highlights
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Operations Officer | 121 |
| Drug Inspector (Medical Devices) | 20 |
| Legal Officer (Grade I) | 02 |
| Public Health Specialist Grade III | 18 |
| Assistant Legal Advisor | 05 |
| Junior Technical Officer | 05 |
| Training Officer (Multiple Disciplines) | 96+ |
| Scientific Officer (Chemical) | 12 |
| Scientist-B (Mechanical) | 01 |
| Associate Professor (Engineering Fields) | 03 |
| Civil Hydrographic Officer | 03 |
| Junior Research Officers (Various Langs.) | 36 |
| Specialist Grade III Doctors | 120+ |
| Assistant Engineers / Scientists | 11 |
| Assistant Director / Controller of Mines | 07 |
For the full list of posts and exact number of vacancies, refer to the official notification.
📚 Educational Qualification
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in relevant fields.
- Experience: Required for some posts (details available in notification).
- Discipline-specific: Each post has its own qualification criteria.
📝 How to Apply for UPSC ORA Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps to apply online for the UPSC ORA Advt No. 06/2025 Recruitment:
- Visit the official UPSC application portal: upsconline.gov.in
- Select the relevant advertisement – Advt. No. 06/2025.
- Complete the registration if not already done.
- Fill out the online form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload necessary documents – Photograph, Signature, ID Proof, etc.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Review and submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
🔗 Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official UPSC Website | Visit Now |
📌 Key Highlights
- Recruitment for 494 vacancies across various technical and administrative posts.
- Online applications open from 24 May to 12 June 2025.
- Includes roles for Engineers, Doctors, Scientists, Professors, Legal Experts, and Training Officers.
- Selection based on qualification, experience, and written exam/interview.
✅ Application Process – Step-by-Step
- Navigate to the official UPSC ORA portal:
https://upsconline.gov.in/ora/ - Locate Advt. No. 06/2025 and click Apply Online.
- Register with basic details or log in if already registered.
- Fill in personal, educational, and experience details accurately.
- Upload scanned documents: Photograph, Signature, ID proof, certificates, etc. Ensure compliance with size and format guidelines.
- Pay ₹25 (if applicable) and review the complete form.
- Submit and download the confirmation page for future reference.
📄 Selection Process
- Screening and Shortlisting based on eligibility and experience for certain categories
- Recruitment Test (if applicable) for technical posts
- Personal Interview to assess suitability
Final merit is determined by combined scores of intake tests and interviews (weightage typically 75% test + 25% interview where tests are conducted).
🎯 Salary & Benefits
All selected candidates will be placed on the 7th CPC Pay Scales, ranging from Level‑07 to Level‑13A1, depending on the position and qualifications. Government allowances and benefits apply as per the norms.
📌 Why Apply?
- Prestigious central government roles with impactful duties
- Diverse range of positions for technical and non-technical aspirants
- Clearly defined recruitment timelines and transparently structured pay scales
- Online application process with centralized selection protocol
Stay updated with the latest government job notifications and apply within deadlines to ensure you don’t miss these prestigious opportunities from UPSC.
