UPSC Recruitment 2025 (Advertisement No. 09/2025): The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites online recruitment applications (ORA) for 24 posts of Botanist, Assistant Drugs Controller (India) (Medical Devices), and Junior Scientific Officer. Applications are open from 12/07/2025 to 31/07/2025 (23:59 HRS) via UPSC Online Application Portal. This recruitment drive is for selection to fill vacancies under the Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change and the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
UPSC Assistant Drug Controller Recruitment 2025 – Overview
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Job Titles |
Botanist, Assistant Drugs Controller (India) (Medical Devices), Junior Scientific Officer |
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Total Vacancies |
24 |
| Age Limit |
30–50 years (varies by post and category) |
| Pay Scale |
Level 7–11 (7th CPC Pay Matrix) |
| Minimum Qualification |
M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech, or equivalent with 3–4 years’ experience |
| Selection Process |
Recruitment by Selection (Interview/Written Test, as per UPSC norms) |
| Last Date to Apply |
31/07/2025 (23:59 HRS) |
| Job Location |
Kolkata (Botanist), Hyderabad (Junior Scientific Officer), PAN India (Assistant Drugs Controller) |
✅ Vacancy Details (Post-Wise):
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
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Botanist |
01 |
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Assistant Drugs Controller (India) (Medical Devices) |
22 |
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Junior Scientific Officer |
01 |
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Total |
24 |
✅ Pay Scale (Monthly):
- Botanist: Level 7 (7th CPC Pay Matrix, approx. ₹44,900–1,42,400)
- Assistant Drugs Controller (India): Level 11 (7th CPC Pay Matrix, approx. ₹67,700–2,08,700)
- Junior Scientific Officer: Level 8 (7th CPC Pay Matrix, approx. ₹47,600–1,51,100)
✅ Eligibility Criteria:
Age Limit (as on 31/07/2025):
- Botanist: 30 years (UR)
- Assistant Drugs Controller: 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC/ST), 50 years (PwBD)
- Junior Scientific Officer: 30 years (UR)
- Relaxation: As per UPSC/Government norms for reserved categories
Educational Qualifications & Experience:
- Botanist: M.Sc. in Botany/Horticulture/Life Sciences/Agriculture from a recognized university + 3 years’ experience.
- Assistant Drugs Controller: (i) M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech in Bio-Medical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Bio-Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Medical Electronics Engineering, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Medicine (Clinical Pharmacology), Microbiology, Bio-Chemistry, Chemistry, or Life Sciences from a recognized university/institute + 4 years’ experience (for B.E./B.Tech) or relevant qualifications.
- Junior Scientific Officer: Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Bacteriology, Medicine, Microbiology, or Biotechnology from a recognized university/institute + 4 years’ experience in drug testing, standardization, or research.
✅ Selection Process:
- Recruitment by selection (may include Written Test and/or Interview, as per UPSC norms).
✅ Application Fee:
- General/OBC: ₹25/- (as per standard UPSC norms)
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female: No fee
- Payment Mode: Online via ORA portal (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
✅ Important Links:
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Detailed Notification |
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Online Application |
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Govt Jobs Alerts |
✅ Important Dates:
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Notification Release |
12/07/2025 |
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Online Application Start |
12/07/2025 |
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Last Date to Apply |
31/07/2025 (23:59 HRS) |
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Last Date to Print Application |
01/08/2025 (23:59 HRS) |
✅ FAQs:
- How to apply for UPSC Recruitment 2025?
Apply online via upsconline.gov.in/ora/ from 12/07/2025 to 31/07/2025 (23:59 HRS). Complete the ORA form, upload documents, pay the fee (if applicable), and print the application for reference. - What is the eligibility for UPSC Recruitment 2025?
Botanist: M.Sc. in Botany/Horticulture/Life Sciences/Agriculture + 3 years’ experience, age 30 (UR). Assistant Drugs Controller: M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech in specified fields + 4 years’ experience (for B.E./B.Tech), age 40–50 (varies by category). Junior Scientific Officer: Master’s in specified fields + 4 years’ experience in drug testing/research, age 30 (UR). - What is the selection process?
Recruitment by selection (Written Test and/or Interview, as per UPSC norms). - What is the last date to apply?
31/07/2025 (23:59 HRS). - How many vacancies are available?
24 posts: Botanist (1), Assistant Drugs Controller (22), Junior Scientific Officer (1).
by Admin | Last Updated on 2025-07-12T18:23:08Z
