UPSC 2025 Recruitment: JSO, Botanist & ADC Jobs

UPSC has opened 24 posts incl. JSO, Botanist & Drugs Controller under Advt. 09/2025. Apply online between 12–31 July 2025.

● Last Date to Print Application : 01 August 2025

1. BOTANIST  (Vacancy No. 25070901212)

• PAY SCALE: Level- 07 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.

• Educational Qualification:
  Master’s Degree in Botany / Horticulture / Life Sciences / Agriculture
  (Life Sciences includes: Molecular Biology, Plant Biotechnology, Plant Science, Plant Taxonomy)

• Experience:

  • 3 years research experience in Angiosperms, Gymnosperms, Algae, Fungi, etc.

  • Experience in field plant collection, herbarium methodology, preservation techniques.

• Desirable Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of foreign languages (Latin, French, etc.), ecological studies, digital herbarium, environmental impact, computer applications.

• AGE: 30 year for UR

 2. Assistant Drugs Controller (India) (Medical Devices) (Vacancy No. 25070902612)

• PAY SCALE: Level- 11 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.

• Educational Qualification (Any one):

  • Master’s Degree in Biomedical / Chemical / Mechanical / Electronics / Pharmacy / Pharma Sciences / Medicine / Microbiology / Life Sciences

  • OR Bachelor’s Degree in above disciplines

• Experience:

  • 4 years (with Master’s Degree)

  • 6 years (with Bachelor’s Degree)

  • In manufacturing/testing/regulation/designing of medical devices

• Age Limit:

  • UR/EWS: 40 years

  • OBC: 43 years

  • SC/ST: 45 years

  • PwBD: 50 years

3. Junior Scientific Officer in Central Drugs Testing Laboratory,(Vacancy No. 25070903212)

• PAY SCALE: Level- 08 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.

• AGE: 30 years for UR.

• Educational Qualification

• Master’s degree in Chemistry / Biochemistry / Pharmacy / Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Pharmacology / Bacteriology / Medicine / Microbiology / Biotechnology.

• Experience:

• 4 years in drug testing, Standardisation, or related research.

  Age Limit  Maximum 30 years (UR)

• General / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹25/-

• SC / ST / PwBD / Female: ₹0/- (Exempted)

• Application Screening

  • All online applications will be screened based on eligibility, qualifications, and experience.

• Shortlisting of Candidates
  If the number of applicants is large, UPSC may shortlist candidates using the following methods:

  • Higher academic qualifications than prescribed

  • Higher experience than required

  • Possession of Desirable Qualifications (DQ)

  • Relevant experience before or after acquiring essential qualifications

  • Holding a Recruitment Test (RT), if deemed necessary

• Recruitment Test (if conducted)

  • If UPSC conducts a test, the final merit will be based on:

    • 75% weightage: Recruitment Test

    • 25% weightage: Interview

• Interview

  • Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview.

  • Minimum qualifying marks in interview (out of 100):

    • UR/EWS: 50

    • OBC: 45

    • SC/ST/PwBD: 40

• Final Selection / Merit List

  • Based on performance in Interview or Recruitment Test + Interview.

• Document Verification

  • Original documents will be verified during the interview.

  • Any discrepancy or false information may lead to cancellation of candidature and possible debarment from future UPSC exams.

1. All Posts are Permanent:
   The positions (Botanist, Assistant Drugs Controller, and JSO) are permanent under Group "A" and "B" services.

2. Job Posting Anywhere in India:
   Though the initial posting headquarters are specified (e.g., Kolkata, Delhi, Hyderabad), the selected candidates can be transferred anywhere in India.

3. Mandatory Induction Training:
   Selected candidates must undergo a minimum 2-week induction training as per Government rules during the probation period.

4. Suitable for PwBD Candidates:
   All posts are suitable for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) with at least 40% disability, subject to submission of a valid certificate.

5. Cut-off Date for Eligibility:
   All eligibility criteria (age, qualification, experience) will be considered as on 31st July 2025.

6. Multiple Posts – Apply Separately:
   If applying for more than one post, candidates must fill separate applications and pay the fee separately.

7. Photograph Requirements:

   • Not older than 10 days from application start date

   • Candidate's name and photo date must be mentioned

   • Clear, front-facing, white or off-white background

8. Document Language Policy:n (attested 
   If any document is in a language other than English or Hindi, a translated versioby a Gazetted Officer or Notary) must be uploaded.

9. Debarment Conditions:
   Candidates providing false info, forged documents, or indulging in misconduct will be debarred and possibly prosecuted.

10. Scribe Facility for PwBD:
    Scribe allowed for blindness, cerebral palsy, and certain locomotor disabilities. Others need to submit a valid CMO/medical certificate.

11. No Physical Application Submission:
    After online submission, no need to send hardcopy. Carry original documents during interview only.

12. Interview Minimum Qualifying Marks:

    • UR/EWS: 50

    • OBC: 45

    • SC/ST/PwBD: 40 (out of 100)

13. TA/DA for Interview:
    Second-class railway fare will be reimbursed for travel to interview venues. Transfer to bank account is also allowed.

14. Canvassing Will Disqualify:
    Any attempt to influence selection will lead to disqualification.

• Visit the Official Website
  Go to https://upsconline.gov.in/ora/

• Registration/Login

  • New users must register using a valid email ID and mobile number.

  • Existing users can directly login using credentials.

• Fill Online Application

  • Choose the relevant post from the list

  • Fill in your personal, educational, and experience details

  • Ensure all details are accurate and match your documents

• Upload Required Documents

  • Recent photograph (not older than 10 days, name & date mentioned)

  • Signature

  • Educational certificates

  • Experience certificates (in prescribed format)

  • Caste/Disability/Other applicable certificates

  • Documents must be in PDF format, max size:

    • 1 MB for each certificate

    • 2 MB for “Upload Other Document”

• Pay the Application Fee

  • General/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹25

  • SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Exempted (No fee)

  • Payment methods: Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or SBI Challan

• Submit the Form

  • Verify all entries

  • Submit the application

  • Download and print the application for future reference

• Print Application

  • Last date to print your submitted application: 01 August 2025