UPSC Recruitment 2025: Over 200 Vacancies Announced Across Departments, Upper Age Limit Extended to 50 Years

By Siddhi Jain | Sep 22, 2025, 11:28 IST

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has once again opened the gateway for aspirants seeking government jobs, announcing over 200 vacancies in multiple departments. The notification has brought a wave of excitement among candidates, especially because several posts carry an upper age limit of 50 years—a rare opportunity in central government recruitment.

Key Highlights of UPSC Recruitment 2025

Total Vacancies: 213 posts across different departments
Application Deadline: October 2, 2025
Selection Process: Written examination and personal interview
Upper Age Limit: Up to 50 years for some posts (relaxation available for reserved categories)
Application Mode: Online via upsc.gov.in

Departments and Available Posts

According to the official notification, UPSC is recruiting for positions such as Medical Officer, Lecturer, Accounts Officer, Legal Advisor, Advocate, and Assistant Director. Here’s the department-wise vacancy breakdown:

Medical Officer – 125 posts
Accounts Officer – 32 posts
Lecturer (Urdu) – 15 posts
Additional Government Advocate – 5 posts
Additional Legal Advisor – 18 posts
Assistant Government Advocate – 1 post
Deputy Government Advocate – 2 posts
Deputy Legal Advisor – 12 posts
Assistant Director – 3 posts

The largest share of vacancies is for Medical Officers, making this recruitment drive a golden chance for doctors to secure a government job.

Age Limit and Relaxation Rules

For general category candidates, the maximum age varies between 35 and 40 years for most posts. However, for specific posts, such as Legal Advisors, the age bar extends up to 50 years. Candidates from reserved categories receive additional relaxation:

SC/ST – 5 years
OBC – 3 years
PwBD candidates – as per government norms

For example, the maximum age for Lecturers (Urdu) is 40 years for general/EWS candidates and 45 years for SC/ST applicants. Similarly, Medical Officers have an upper age limit of 40 years, while Accounts Officers and Assistant Directors have a cap of 35 years.

Selection Procedure

Candidates will be shortlisted based on a written examination followed by an interview. The interview carries a weightage of 100 marks, and minimum qualifying marks have been fixed:

General/EWS – 50 marks
OBC – 45 marks
SC/ST/PwBD – 40 marks

Failure to secure the minimum qualifying marks will lead to disqualification, regardless of performance in the written exam.

Application Fee

The application fee is set at just ₹25, which can be paid through SBI branches in cash or via online modes such as net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI. Notably, female candidates and applicants belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories are exempt from paying the fee.

How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2025

Interested candidates can apply through the official websites upsc.gov.in or upsconline.nic.in. The process is as follows:

Visit the official UPSC portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR).
Registered users can log in directly with their credentials.
Fill in personal details such as mobile number, email ID, date of birth, and category.
Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee (if applicable).
Review the application carefully and click submit.
Take a printout of the application form for future reference.

Why This Recruitment Matters

This recruitment drive is significant not just because of the number of vacancies but also because it opens doors for mid-career professionals, particularly those in medicine and law, who often find age restrictions a barrier in government recruitment. With the upper age limit going as high as 50 years, this notification stands out as one of the most inclusive recruitment opportunities by UPSC in recent years.

Final Words

The UPSC Recruitment 2025 offers a rare blend of opportunity and flexibility. From doctors to legal experts and educators, this is a golden chance for professionals across fields to enter government service. Aspirants are advised not to delay, as the deadline for submission of applications is October 2, 2025.