UPSC CGPDTM registration 2025 begins at upsc.gov.in: Check direct link to apply and key details here
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has begun the recruitment process for the posts of Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications (GI) under the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM), DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce & Industry.The total number of vacancies is 102 and the recruitment also includes two posts of Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) under UPSC. The online application process will continue till January 1, 2026. Candidates with the required educational qualifications and within the prescribed age limit can apply online through the official UPSC website at upsc.gov.in via the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.
Vacancy details and eligibility
The UPSC CGPDTM recruitment is focused on specialised roles in intellectual property law and examination reforms. Check key details below:
Category-wise age relaxation will be applicable as per government norms for Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, Other Backward Classes, Economically Weaker Sections and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities candidates. Educational qualifications include a law degree or equivalent credentials suitable for examining trademarks and geographical indications.
Application details
The application for the UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Recruitment 2025 must be submitted online through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal available on upsc.gov.in. The application window opened on December 13, 2025, and will close on January 1, 2026.Documents required:
- Degree certificate
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Photo identity proof
- Other supporting documents as mentioned in the official notification
Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully to check detailed eligibility conditions, pay scale, and reservation rules before submitting the application form.
How to apply online
Candidates can follow the steps given below to apply online:
- Visit the UPSC ORA portal through upsc.gov.in
- Click on “New User? Register” and enter personal details
- Verify email ID and mobile number through OTP or link
- Log in using the registered ID and password
- Fill out the application form and select the relevant post
- Upload required documents including photograph, signature, educational and category certificates
- Pay the application fee, if applicable
- Submit the application form and download or print the confirmation page for future reference
Direct link here.
Selection process for UPSC CGPDTM
The selection process for the UPSC CGPDTM Examiner recruitment 2025 will be conducted in multiple stages. It includes a Preliminary Examination with objective-type questions, followed by a Main Examination consisting of descriptive written papers. Candidates qualifying the written stages will be called for an Interview or Personality Test to assess professional competence. The final appointment will be subject to Document Verification and Medical Examination.The basic pay for the post is ₹56,100 per month. The gross monthly salary, including applicable allowances, is expected to range between ₹1,00,000 and ₹1,25,000.
