New Delhi, July 21, 2023, UPSC Recruitment 2023 – The UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) is inviting applications for 71 posts including Deputy Architect and Legal Officer. The application window started on July 8, 2023, and is closing on July 27, 2023.
The application fee for General and Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates is INR 25. For Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Persons with Disabilities (PwD), and Female candidates, there is no fee. The payment mode for the application fee is online.
Interested candidates are recommended to go through this article to know about the eligibility criteria, application process and more.
UPSC Recruitment 2023 – General Overview
| Name of the Recruiting Agency | UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) |
| Vacancies | 71 |
| Application Start Date | July 08, 2023 |
| Application Closing Date | July 27, 2023 |
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| UPSC Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
UPSC Recruitment 2023 – Vacancies and Eligibility Criteria
- Legal Officer in Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Ministry of Civil Aviation – 02 (General – 01, OBC – 01)
- Scientific Officer (Chemical) in National Test House, Department of Consumer Affairs, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution – 01 (General – 01)
- Deputy Architect in Central Public Works Department, Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs – 53 (SC – 07, ST – 03, OBC – 14, EWS – 05, General – 24)
- Scientist ‘B’ (Ballistics) in central Forensic Science Laboratory, Directorate of Forensic Science Services, Ministry of Home Affairs – 01 (General – 01)
- Scientist ‘B’ (Documents) in central Forensic Science Laboratory, Directorate of Forensic Science Services, Ministry of Home Affairs – 06 (OBC – 02, EWS – 01, General – 03).
- Junior Scientific Officer (Toxicology) in central Forensic Science Laboratory, Directorate of Forensic Science Services, Ministry of Home Affairs – 02 (General – 02)
- Assistant Director of Mines Safety (Occupational Health) Grade-I in Directorate General of Mines Safety, Ministry of Labour and Employment – 02 (OBC – 01, General – 01)
- Director General in Geological Survey of India, Ministry of Mines – 01 (General – 01)
- Administrative Officer in Geological Survey of India, Ministry of Mines – 03 (OBC – 01, EWS – 01, General – 01)
Total vacancies – 71
Eligibility Criteria
- Legal Officer:
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- Educational Qualification: Degree in law from a recognized university.
- Experience: 3 years of experience in the field of Legal Practice.
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- Scientific Officer (Chemical):
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- Educational Qualification: Master’s degree in Chemistry or Microbiology or degree in Chemical Technology or Chemical Engineering from a recognized university or institute.
- Experience: 1 year of experience in an analytical or Chemical Testing Laboratory or Research & Development work, analysis of ores, minerals, metals, oil & fuel, various organic and inorganic products, paint, or polymer materials.
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- Deputy Architect:
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- Educational Qualification: A degree in Architecture from a recognized university or institution and applicants must be registered as an Architect with the Council of Architecture under the Architect Act 1972(20 of 1972).
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- Scientist ‘B’ (Ballistics):
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- Educational Qualification: Master’s degree in Physics or Mathematics or Applied Mathematics or Forensic Science with Physics or Mathematics as one of the subjects during all 3 years of Bachelor of Science from a recognized university or institute.
- Experience: 3 years of experience in analytical methods and research in the field of Ballistics from a government-recognized organization or institution.
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- Scientist ‘B’ (Documents):
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- Educational Qualification: Master’s degree in Chemistry or Physics or Forensic Science with Chemistry or Physics as one of the subjects during all three years of Bachelor of Science from a recognized university or institute.
- Experience: 3 years of experience in analytical methods and research in the field of Documents Examination from a government-recognized organization or institute.
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- Junior Scientific Officer (Toxicology):
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- Educational Qualification: Master’s degree in Chemistry or Associateship Diploma of the Institution of Chemist by examination or Biochemistry or Pharmacology or Pharmacy or Forensic Science. Must have Chemistry as one of the subjects during all three years of Bachelor of Science level from a recognized university.
- Experience: 3 years of experience in research and analytical work in the field of Toxicology in any central and state organization or recognized institute or university or forensic science laboratory under central government and state government.
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- Assistant Director of Mines Safety (Occupational Health) Grade-I:
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- Educational Qualification: A recognized medical qualification is included in the First or the Second Schedule or Part-II of the Third Schedule (other than licentiate qualifications) to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (102 of 1956). holders of educational qualification included in Part II of the Third Schedule fulfil the conditions stipulated in Section 13 of the said Act.
- A recognized post-graduate degree in Community Medicine with two years of experience in the field of Occupational Health, preferably in factories or mines OR A recognized post-graduate diploma in Industrial Health or Occupational Health or Public Health with three years of experience in the field of Occupational Health, preferably in factories or mines.
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- Director General:
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- Educational Qualification: Master of Science in Geological Science Or Master of Science (Technology) in Geology Or Master of Science in Geology Or Integrated Master of Science in Applied Geology Or Master of Technology (Geo-Exploration) or Master of Technology (Engineering Geology) Or Master of Science (Marine Geology) or Master of Science in Earth Science and Resource Management or Master of Science in Oceanography and Coastal Areas Studies or Master of Science in Petroleum Geosciences course or Master of Science in Geochemistry from a recognized university; Or Master of Science in Physics or Applied Physics or Master of Science in Geophysics or Integrated Master of Science in Exploration Geophysics or Master of Science in Marine Geophysics or Master of Science (Tech.) in Applied Geophysics from a Recognized university
- Experience: 30 years of experience in Group ‘A’ post in Mineral Exploration or geological mapping or marine geology including research and development in the fields specified above, of which ten years shall be in a supervisory capacity OR thirty years of experience in Group ‘A’ post in Geophysical Mapping, Geophysical Exploration for mineral targeting, Marine Geophysics, Airborne Geophysics including Research and Development activities in the field specified above, of which ten years should be in a supervisory capacity.
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- Administrative Officer:
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- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university.
- Experience: 2 years experience in Administration, Accounts and establishment, Legal, or Vigilance matters in central or state or union territory government or government autonomous or statutory organization or central or state public sector corporation or university.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 30 to 35 years (according to post)
How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2023?
- Visit the official website of UPSC at upsc.gov.in.
- Click on the recruitment link provided on the homepage.
- Register yourself as a candidate to initiate the application process.
- Log in using the candidate credentials.
- Complete the application form with the required information.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the completed application form.
- Download a copy of the submitted application for your records.
- Take a printout of the application form for future reference.
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UPSC Recruitment 2023 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the UPSC recruitment drive?
The UPSC recruitment drive refers to the recruitment process conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to fill various posts in government departments and organizations across India.
What are the different posts available under UPSC 2023?
UPSC 2023 offers various posts across different government departments. Some of the common posts include Legal Officer, Scientific Officer, Deputy Architect, Scientist ‘B’ (Ballistics), Scientist ‘B’ (Documents), Junior Scientific Officer (Toxicology), Assistant Director of Mines Safety (Occupational Health) Grade-I, and Director General, among others.
How many vacancies are there in UPSC 2023?
The UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) is inviting applications for 71 posts including Deputy Architect and Legal Officer.
What is the last date to apply for Deputy Architect and Legal Officer under the UPSC recruitment?
The last date to apply for the Deputy Architect and Legal Officer under the UPSC recruitment is July 27, 2023.
Will there be reservations for specific categories in the UPSC vacancies?
Yes, UPSC follows the reservation policy of the Government of India for different categories like SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD (Persons with Disabilities) in the recruitment process.
