Overview of UPSC Lecturer Recruitment
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced recruitment for multiple posts across different departments. This includes Assistant Director positions in the National Fire Service College under the Ministry of Home Affairs and Lecturer roles in English and Mathematics in the School Education Department, Administration of Union Territory of Ladakh.
The posts are permanent, belong to the General Central Service Group “B” Gazetted, Non-Ministerial category, and come with competitive pay as per the 7th CPC pay matrix.
Highlights
- Post Name: Assistant Director, Lecturer
- Job Type: Permanent
- Application Mode: Online
- Official Website: Click Here
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Important Dates
Assistant Professor Posts
| Event | Date & Time |
| Opening date for submission of Online Recruitment Application (ORA) | 09-08-2025 |
| Closing date for submission of Online Recruitment Application (ORA) | 28-08-2025 up to 23:59 Hrs |
| Last date for printing of completely submitted Online Application | 29-08-2025 up to 23:59 Hrs |
| Date for determining eligibility in all respects | 28-08-2025 |
| Date of Interview (for shortlisted candidates) | To be notified separately |
Vacancy
Total Number of Posts – 15
| Post Name | Total |
| Assistant Director, National Fire Service College, Ministry of Home Affairs | 03 |
| Lecturer (English), School Education Dept., UT of Ladakh | 05 |
| Lecturer (Mathematics), School Education Dept., UT of Ladakh | 07 |
Application Fees
The candidate belongs to UR/OBC/EWS (Male) are required to pay application fees of Rs. 25. and SC/ST/PWD/Women are not required to pay any application fees.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹25/- |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | Nil |
| Female (all categories) | Nil |
Salary
For UPSC Lecturer Recruitment 2025, the Assistant Director post offers a salary at Level 7 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, while Lecturer (English/Mathematics) posts are at Level 9. These pay levels include basic pay, allowances like DA, HRA, and TA, ensuring a competitive monthly package for selected candidates
| Post Name | Pay Scale / Level |
| Assistant Director, National Fire Service College | Level-07 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC |
| Lecturer (English), School Education Dept., UT of Ladakh | Level-09 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC |
| Lecturer (Mathematics), School Education Dept., UT of Ladakh | Level-09 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC |
Educational Qualification Details
For UPSC Lecturer Recruitment 2025, Assistant Director requires a Science degree or Engineering/Fire Engineering diploma with firefighting training and experience. Lecturer (English) needs a Postgraduate degree in English with B.Ed., and Lecturer (Mathematics) requires Postgraduate Mathematics with B.Ed. Specific physical standards apply only to the Assistant Director role
| Post Name | Essential Qualification | Desirable Qualification |
| Assistant Director – National Fire Service College | Option A: 1. Bachelor’s degree in Science OR Diploma in any branch of Engineering/Technology from a recognized University/Institution. 2. Station Officer and Instructors Course from NFSC, Nagpur. 3. Three years’ experience in firefighting/training as Sub Officer or equivalent/higher rank in a recognized Fire Brigade or Govt. Fire Service Training Institute. 4. Minimum physical standards: • Height ≥ 165 cm (relaxable by 5 cm for hill area candidates) • Chest 81 cm normal, min. expansion 5 cm • Weight ≥ 50 kg • Hearing: Normal, Speech: Normal OR Option B: 1. Bachelor’s degree in Fire Engineering or Technology from a recognized University/Institution. 2. Same physical standards as above. | 1. Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving License. 2. Medical First Aid Responder or Urban Search & Rescue course from a recognized institute. |
| Lecturer (English) – School Education Dept., UT of Ladakh | Post Graduation in English with B.Ed from a recognized University. | — |
| Lecturer (Mathematics) – School Education Dept., UT of Ladakh | Post Graduation in Mathematics with B.Ed from a recognized University. | — |
Age Limit
The Assistant Director age limit is 30 years for UR/EWS, 33 years for OBC, and 40 years for PwBD. For Lecturer (English/Mathematics), the limit is 45 years for ST candidates, including a special 5-year relaxation for Ladakh recruitment in 2025 and 2026.
| Post Name | Age Limit | Age Relaxations |
| Assistant Director, National Fire Service College | 30 years for UR/EWS, 33 years for OBC, 40 years for PwBD | As per UPSC rules – SC/ST up to 5 years, OBC up to 3 years, PwBD up to 10 years (including category relaxations) |
| Lecturer (English), School Education Dept., UT of Ladakh | 45 years for ST | Includes a one-time special relaxation of 5 years by UT of Ladakh for recruitment years 2025 & 2026 (Order No. 280-LA (GAD) of 2025) |
| Lecturer (Mathematics), School Education Dept., UT of Ladakh | 45 years for ST | Same as above – includes special 5-year relaxation for recruitment years 2025 & 2026 |
Selection Process
UPSC selection may involve shortlisting based on higher qualifications or experience, or a Recruitment Test (RT) followed by an interview. RT scores usually carry 75% weight, interview 25%. Minimum interview marks: UR/EWS 50, OBC 45, SC/ST/PwBD 40. Final selection depends on total performance and meeting category-wise cutoffs.
| Stage | Details |
| Shortlisting | If the number of applications is large, UPSC may adopt shortlisting criteria such as: • Desirable Qualification(s) • Higher educational qualification than the minimum prescribed • Higher relevant experience than the minimum prescribed • Experience before/after acquiring essential qualification • Considering experience even if not mentioned as essential/desirable • Recruitment Test (RT) |
| Recruitment Test (if conducted) | Objective-type test; marks distribution generally follows 75% RT + 25% Interview for final merit. |
| Interview | Minimum qualifying marks: UR/EWS – 50, OBC – 45, SC/ST/PwBD – 40 (out of 100 marks). |
| Final Selection | Based on performance in the Interview or Recruitment Test + Interview (if RT held), subject to meeting category-wise minimum marks. |
How to Apply
- Visit the Official UPSC ORA Website
- Select the Advertisement & Post
- Find Advertisement No. 11/2025 and choose the post you wish to apply for.
- Register / Login
- If you are a new user, complete the registration process.
- Existing users can log in with their credentials.
- Fill in the Online Application Form
- Enter personal details, educational qualifications, experience, and other required information carefully.
- Upload Photograph & Signature
- Photograph must be recent (not older than 10 days) from the start date of the application process.
- Ensure name & date are visible on the photograph.
- Follow UPSC specifications for clarity, background, and format.
- Upload Supporting Documents (in PDF format)
- Date of Birth proof
- Educational qualification certificates & mark sheets
- Experience certificates (if applicable)
- Caste/Community certificate (for reserved categories)
- PwBD certificate (if applicable)
- Any other relevant document as per the notification
- File size limit: 1 MB per module (2 MB for “Other Document” module).
- Pay the Application Fee (if applicable)
- Fee: ₹25 for General/OBC/EWS (Male)
- Payment modes: SBI branch cash deposit, Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI.
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates: No fee.
- Review the Application
- Double-check all details before final submission — incorrect details may lead to rejection.
- Submit the Application
Important Documents
The candidates need to attached the following self-attested copies of documents along with duly filled Application form:
- Printout of the Online Application (final submitted version).
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Educational Qualification Proof (Degree/Diploma certificate)
- Equivalent Qualification Proof (if applicable)
- Experience Certificates (if applicable)
- Caste/Community Certificate (if claiming reservation as SC/ST/OBC)
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer Declaration (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Change of Name Proof (if applicable)
- Age Relaxation Proof (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (if in Govt. service)
- Professional Registration / Language / Publications / NET / GATE / Conference / Internship certificates (if applicable).
POSTAL ADDRESS WITH PIN CODE
Union Public Service Commission,
Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road,
New Delhi – 110069
Important Links
| Apply Start Date | 9th August 2025 | |||||
| Application Received Date | 28th August 2025 | |||||
| Download Application Form | CLICK HERE | |||||
| Official Website | CLICK HERE | |||||
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can candidates from outside Ladakh apply for Lecturer posts?
Only domiciles of Ladakh can apply for Lecturer positions.
Is physical fitness mandatory for all posts?
Yes, but detailed standards apply only to Assistant Director posts.
Will there be a written test for all posts?
Not necessarily. UPSC may select candidates directly through interviews if the number of applications is limited.
