Driller – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Institute.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — refer official notification for details.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 45 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Industries & Commerce Department of the UT of Ladakh has 1 vacancy for the post of Driller within its Geology and Mining Wing. This Group A Gazetted position offers a high pay scale at Level 10A of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Eligible candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical Engineering. This role involves supervising well development, inspecting rigs, and ensuring safe drilling operations, making it a vital technical post for the region's resource management.
- Applicants must be Domiciles of the Union Territory of Ladakh.
- The maximum age limit for this ST-reserved post is 45 years.
- The selection process consists of an interview at UPSC with a 40-mark suitability threshold for ST.
- The post is permanent with a standard probation period of two years.
- The last date to apply online is June 12, 2026.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level 10A 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 at Level 10A in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) is required.
The maximum age limit is 45 years for ST candidates.