UPSC CGPDTM 2025 registration window closes soon: Check direct link and steps to apply before deadline here

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is set to close the online registration window soon for the recruitment of Examiner of Trade Marks and Geographical Indications (GI) under the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM), Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry.

A total of 102 vacancies have been notified, including two posts of Deputy Director (Examination Reforms). Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal at upsc.gov.in. The registration process, which began on December 13, 2025, will remain open until January 1, 2026.

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:

1. Visit the UPSC ORA portal through upsc.gov.in
2. Click on “New User? Register” and enter personal details
3. Verify email ID and mobile number through OTP or link
4. Log in using the registered ID and password
5. Fill out the application form and select the relevant post
6. Upload required documents including photograph, signature, educational and category certificates
7. Pay the application fee, if applicable
8. 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.
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