UPSC Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 214 Posts under Advertisement No. 13/2025 – Check Eligibility, Salary, and Last Date
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC Recruitment 2025 Notification under Advertisement No. 13/2025, inviting online applications for 214 vacancies across various positions including Medical Officers, Legal Advisers, Lecturers, and more.
Eligible Indian citizens can apply through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal before 2nd October 2025 (11:59 PM). This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a government job under UPSC in 2025.
UPSC Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement Number | 13/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 214 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 13 September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2 October 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Website | www.upsc.gov.in |
The UPSC Recruitment 2025 aims to fill several high-level and mid-level posts in different departments and ministries of the Government of India. Candidates with qualifications in Law, Medicine, Urdu, Accounts, or Social Sciences are eligible to apply depending on the post.
UPSC Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Details
The UPSC Notification No. 13/2025 includes a total of 214 vacancies distributed across various positions. Below are the detailed post-wise vacancies:
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Additional Government Advocate | 05 |
| Additional Legal Adviser | 02 |
| Assistant Legal Adviser | 16 |
| Assistant Government Advocate | 01 |
| Deputy Government Advocate | 02 |
| Deputy Legal Adviser | 12 |
| Lecturer (Urdu) | 15 |
| Medical Officer | 125 |
| Accounts Officer | 32 |
| Assistant Director | 03 |
The largest number of vacancies are for Medical Officer posts (125), followed by Accounts Officer and Assistant Legal Adviser positions.
UPSC Recruitment 2025 – Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility conditions for UPSC Recruitment 2025 vary for each post. Candidates must ensure they meet both the educational qualification and experience requirements before applying.
Educational Qualification
- Legal Adviser Posts (Advocate/Adviser Roles) – Degree in Law with several years of experience in the State Judicial Service.
- Lecturer (Urdu) – Master’s Degree in Urdu along with B.Ed.
- Medical Officer – MBBS Degree from a recognized university or institution.
- Accounts Officer – Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Finance, or related discipline.
- Assistant Director – Master’s Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Economics, Psychology, Statistics, Geography, Mathematics, or related fields.
Experience Requirement
- Legal posts require 7–13 years of experience depending on the level.
- Lecturer (Urdu), Medical Officer, Accounts Officer, and Assistant Director posts may not require prior experience if specified.
UPSC Recruitment 2025 – Age Limit
The age limit differs according to the post and category of the applicant.
- Additional Government Advocate / Legal Adviser – Maximum 50 years (UR), 55 years (ST)
- Assistant Legal Adviser / Government Advocate – Maximum 40 years (UR/EWS), 45 (SC/ST)
- Deputy Legal Adviser / Deputy Government Advocate – Maximum 50 years (UR), 55 (SC/ST)
- Lecturer (Urdu) – Up to 40 years (EWS), 45 (ST)
- Medical Officer – Up to 40 years (UR), 45 (SC/ST)
- Accounts Officer – Up to 35 years (UR), 40 (ST)
- Assistant Director – Up to 35 years (UR), 38 (OBC)
Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates.
UPSC Recruitment 2025 – Pay Scale
The selected candidates under UPSC Advertisement No. 13/2025 will receive attractive salaries as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). Below is the pay level distribution:
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
|---|---|
| Additional Government Advocate | Level 13 |
| Additional Legal Adviser | Level 13 |
| Assistant Legal Adviser | Level 11 |
| Assistant Government Advocate | Level 11 |
| Deputy Legal Adviser | Level 12 |
| Lecturer (Urdu) | Level 9 |
| Medical Officer | Level 9 |
| Accounts Officer | Level 8 |
| Assistant Director | Level 10 |
Along with the basic pay, candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other benefits as per government rules.
UPSC Recruitment 2025 – Application Fee
The application fee details for UPSC Recruitment 2025 are as follows:
- General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹25
- SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates: Exempted (No Fee)
Candidates can pay the fee online through SBI Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or offline through SBI Challan.
UPSC Recruitment 2025 – Selection Process
The selection process for UPSC Recruitment 2025 will consist of:
- Recruitment Test (RT) (if applicable)
- Personal Interview
Depending on the post, the final selection will be based on either interview alone or a combination of RT and interview (weightage 75:25).
Minimum qualifying marks in the interview are:
- UR/EWS – 50
- OBC – 45
- SC/ST/PwBD – 40
Shortlisting will be done based on higher qualifications, relevant experience, or performance in the written test.
UPSC Recruitment 2025 – Important Dates
- Start of Online Application: 13 September 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 2 October 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
- Last Date for Printing Application: 3 October 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date to submit their online applications.
UPSC Recruitment 2025 – How to Apply
Follow the steps below to apply for the UPSC Recruitment 2025:
- Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal – www.upsc.gov.in.
- Click on “Apply Online” under Advertisement No. 13/2025.
- Register yourself using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in all the required details including educational qualifications and experience.
- Upload the necessary documents – photograph, signature, and certificates.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Important: Applications submitted after the last date or with incomplete information will be rejected.
UPSC Recruitment 2025 – Key Highlights
- Total Vacancies: 214
- Various Legal, Medical, Lecturer, Accounts, and Administrative Posts
- Online Application Only
- Salary: Up to Level 13 (₹1,23,100 – ₹2,15,900)
- Last Date to Apply: 2nd October 2025
UPSC Recruitment 2025 – Direct Links
Conclusion
The UPSC Recruitment 2025 under Advertisement No. 13/2025 offers a golden opportunity for qualified professionals to secure a prestigious government position in India. Candidates with backgrounds in law, medicine, Urdu, accounts, or social sciences should not miss this opportunity. Interested and eligible applicants are encouraged to complete their applications well before the 2nd October 2025 deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
For detailed instructions, eligibility conditions, and selection procedures, refer to the official UPSC notification available on the UPSC website.
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