Assistant Industrial Adviser – UPSC

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Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 2
Employment Type
Employment Type: Full Time
Qualification
Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Metallurgical, or Electronics and Communication Engineering.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of experience in steel works, rolling mills, or production/planning/research in the iron and steel industry.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Upto 35 years
Application Mode
Application Mode: Apply Online
Deadline
Deadline:

The Assistant Industrial Adviser role in the Ministry of Steel is a strategic position for engineering professionals to influence national industrial policy. Based in New Delhi, the officer will advise on technical, R&D, and safety matters for the iron and steel sector, while evaluating major projects and visiting CPSEs. This permanent Group A Gazetted post is ideal for engineers with experience in steel works or production planning who want to transition into a policy-making and advisory role. The position offers a stable career with the central government, involving coordination of sector growth and quality compliance at a national level.

  • The maximum age limit for Unreserved candidates is 35 years.
  • A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Metallurgical, or Electronics Engineering is required.
  • Three years of experience in steel works, rolling mills, or iron and steel industry research is mandatory.
  • Selected candidates must undergo a mandatory two-week induction training during their one-year probation.
  • The post is permanent and carries All India Service Liability, requiring travel to various industrial units.
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Additional Salary Information

Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.

Important Dates

Online Application Start Date 25 July 2026
Online Application Closing Date 14 August 2026
Last Date for Printing Completely Submitted Application 15 August 2026

Selection Process

Shortlisting based on Essential and Desirable Qualifications Recruitment Test (RT) or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) if applicable Personal Interview Document Verification Medical Examination

Application Fees

General/OBC/EWS Male: Rs. 25 SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Exempted

Reservation

Vertical reservation is provided for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories as per government norms.
Horizontal reservation is applicable for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) in identified posts.
Age relaxations apply: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD candidates.

How to Apply

  • Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
  • Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process if not already registered.
  • Log in using your credentials and select the specific post you wish to apply for.
  • Fill in all required personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
  • Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents (Matriculation certificate, Degree/Diploma, Experience certificates, etc.) in PDF format.
  • Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 (if applicable) using online banking or card payment.
  • Submit the application and take a printout of the finally submitted form for future reference.
  • Do not send any physical copies to the Commission unless specifically called for during the interview stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

The post is placed in Level-10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.

A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Metallurgical, or Electronics Engineering is required.

Three years of experience in steel works, rolling mills, or production/research in the iron and steel industry.