The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the Special Recruitment Drive 2025, aiming to fill reserved category vacancies across various central government departments. This drive is part of UPSC’s inclusive hiring strategy to ensure fair representation of Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) in public services.
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the recruitment, including important dates, eligibility, vacancies, selection process, and how to apply
Overview of UPSC Special Recruitment Drive 2025
- Conducting Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Recruitment Name: UPSC Special Recruitment Drive 2025
- Purpose: To fill backlog/reserved category vacancies
- Job Type: Central Government Jobs
- Location: All India
- Official Website: www.upsc.gov.in
Key Highlights
- This drive focuses only on candidates from SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD categories.
- Aimed at reducing backlog of vacancies in ministries and departments.
- Posts include Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ services across different cadres.
- Selection through interviews, written exams, or both depending on the post.
Number of Vacancies
While the exact number of posts varies department-wise, it includes:
- Indian Administrative Service (IAS)
- Indian Police Service (IPS)
- Indian Revenue Service (IRS)
- Indian Audit and Accounts Service (IA&AS)
- Other Central Services under Group ‘A’ and ‘B’
Detailed vacancy list is available in the official notification on UPSC’s website.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Nationality:
- Must be a citizen of India.
2. Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Some posts may require specific qualifications (e.g., engineering, law, etc.)
3. Age Limit (as on 1st August 2025):
- Minimum: 21 years
- Maximum:
- SC/ST: 37 years
- OBC: 35 years
- PwBD: 42 years
- Age relaxations apply as per government norms.
Selection Process
The selection process varies depending on the post but usually includes:
- Preliminary Examination (if applicable)
- Main Examination (for certain Group A posts)
- Interview/Personality Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Candidates must check the official advertisement for post-wise selection methods.
Application Process
- Visit the official UPSC website: www.upsc.gov.in
- Click on the “Recruitment” section.
- Select “Special Recruitment Drive 2025”
- Register using basic details.
- Fill out the online application form carefully.
- Upload necessary documents and pay the fee (if applicable).
- Submit and download the confirmation page.
Application Fee:
- Usually exempted for SC/ST/PwBD categories.
- OBC candidates may have to pay a nominal fee.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: May 2025
- Start of Online Application: May 2025
- Last Date to Apply: June 2025
- Exam/Interview Dates: To be announced
(Candidates are advised to check the website regularly for updates.)
Documents Required
Caste/Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD)
Educational qualification proof
Identity proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID)
Passport-size photograph and signature
Domicile certificate (if required)
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