The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the short notice for UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Recruitment 2025 under Advertisement No. 14/2025. This recruitment is being conducted for the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM), Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India.

Through this recruitment drive, UPSC will fill 100 posts of Examiner of Trade Marks (TM) & Geographical Indications (GI). In addition, a few posts of Deputy Director (Examiner Reforms) may also be filled under UPSC. This is a Group ‘A’ Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) Central Government Job under Pay Level-10 of the 7th Pay Commission.

As per the official notice, the UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Recruitment 2025 detailed notification will be released on 13 December 2025, and the online application process will start from 13 December 2025. The last date to apply online is 01 January 2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website upsc.gov.in.

Selected candidates will receive an attractive salary of ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 per month, along with applicable government allowances. This recruitment is a high-level professional opportunity for candidates seeking a permanent Central Government career in intellectual property administration.

About UPSC CGPDTM Department

The Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks (CGPDTM) operates under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry. It is responsible for the administration of the Patents Act, Designs Act, Trademarks Act and Geographical Indications Act in India. Examiners play a crucial role in the scrutiny and registration of intellectual property rights.

UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Recruitment 2025 Important Dates

UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Recruitment 2025 Application Fee

UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Recruitment 2025 Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 35 Years
• Age Cut-Off Date: 01 January 2026
• Age Relaxation: As per UPSC Government Rules

UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Vacancy Details 2025

UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Educational Qualification 2025

Candidates must possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized university
• Educational qualifications must be related to the field as specified in the detailed notification
• Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of application

UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Salary 2025

Selected candidates will be appointed under Pay Level-10 of the 7th Pay Commission:

• Basic Pay: ₹56,100 per month
• Maximum Pay: ₹1,77,500 per month
• Allowances: DA, HRA, TA and other Central Government benefits

This makes the UPSC CGPDTM Examiner job one of the most high-paying technical government posts.

UPSC CGPDTM Examiner Selection Process 2025

The selection process will consist of the following stages:

1. Preliminary Written Examination
2. Main Written Examination
3. Interview / Personality Test
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination

Final selection will be based on combined performance in written exams and interview.

Job Profile of UPSC CGPDTM Examiner

An Examiner of Trade Marks and Geographical Indications is responsible for:

• Examination of trademark and GI applications
• Verification of documents and legal compliance
• Conducting hearings and issuing examination reports
• Assisting in IPR policy implementation
• Supporting legal procedures related to trademarks and GIs

This is a high-responsibility gazetted officer role with excellent career growth.