Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Metal Finishing) – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: Master's Degree in Chemistry or Industrial Chemistry OR Bachelor Degree in Chemical Technology or Chemical Engineering.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — refer official notification for details.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 30 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
UPSC has announced 1 vacancy for the post of Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) specializing in Metal Finishing for the Office of the Development Commissioner (MSME). This Group A Gazetted role offers a high-level pay scale at Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Chemistry or a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Technology/Engineering. This position is ideal for experts in metal finishing who wish to contribute to the technical advancement of the Indian MSME sector.
- The maximum age limit for Unreserved candidates is 30 years as of the closing date.
- The post is permanent and carries an All India Service liability.
- Candidates must apply online via the UPSC ORA portal by June 12, 2026.
- The role involves representing the organization in various committees and advising on technical production problems.
- A probation period of two years applies to direct recruits.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level 10 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on Essential and Desirable Qualifications Recruitment Test (RT) or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) if applicable Personal Interview
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male: ₹25 SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Nil
Reservation
Reservation is provided for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per Government of India norms.
Specific posts in Ladakh follow the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Act, 2004 as extended to the UT.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC ORA website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) to generate a Universal Registration Number (URN).
- Log in using the URN and fill out the post-specific application form.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including age proof, educational certificates, and experience certificates in PDF format.
- Capture a live photo and upload a scanned signature as per the specified instructions.
- Pay the application fee of ₹25 online (if applicable) using Visa/Master/Rupay/UPI or Net Banking.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the finally submitted form for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The salary is based on Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
A Master's Degree in Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry or a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Technology/Engineering is required.
The notification does not specify a minimum experience period for this post; freshers with the required degrees may apply.