UPPSC Recruitment 2025: Apply for Assistant City Planner and Research Assistant Posts at uppsc.up.nic.in

UPPSC Recruitment 2025

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has opened applications for a combined recruitment drive, offering opportunities for the positions of Assistant City Planner and Research Assistant. With a total of 11 vacancies available, eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official website, uppsc.up.nic.in.

The application window is open from October 3, 2024, and will remain active until December 3, 2024. The commission has also set a deadline of December 10, 2024, for candidates to make any necessary corrections to their submitted forms.

Vacancy Breakdown and Eligibility

For the role of Assistant City Planner (Specialized), there are 8 vacancies. These posts are distributed with 4 reserved for the OBC category and 4 for the SC category. Candidates applying for this position must be between 21 to 40 years of age and hold a Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Town Planning from a recognized body such as the Institute of Planners (India) or the Institute of Town Planners (London).

Simultaneously, UPPSC is recruiting for 3 posts of Research Officer (Investigation) / Research Assistant. Two of these posts are unreserved, and one is reserved for the OBC category. The age requirement is the same, 21 to 40 years. Applicants need a degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or an equivalent government-recognized degree. Preference will be given to candidates with a background in the Territorial Army or an NCC 'B' Certificate.

Application Fee and Process

The application fee structure is category-dependent. For the Assistant City Planner post, General/OBC candidates need to pay ₹125, while SC/ST and Ex-Serviceman candidates need to pay ₹65. For the Research Assistant post, the fee is ₹225 for General/OBC candidates and ₹105 for SC/ST and Ex-Serviceman candidates. A nominal online processing fee is included in these amounts.

How to apply for UPPSC Recruitment 2025?

Interested and eligible candidates can follow these steps to apply online:

Step 1. Visit the official UPPSC website: uppsc.up.nic.in.
Step 2. Navigate to the "Notifications" or "Recruitment" section.
Step 3. Find the advertisement for "Assistant City Planner" or "Research Officer (Investigation) / Research Assistant" and read it thoroughly.
Step 4. Click on the "Apply Online" link and complete the registration process.
Step 5. Fill out the application form with all required details.
Step 6. Upload the necessary documents, photographs, and signatures as per the specified format.
Step 7. Pay the application fee through the available online modes.
Step 8. Submit the form and keep a printout for future reference.

Secretary Ashok Kumar has emphasized that candidates should only apply if they meet all the eligibility conditions outlined in the notification. The advertisement contains all crucial information, including the examination scheme, syllabus, and reservation policies.