Union Public Service Commission

Applications on prescribed form are invited by 12th Oct 2006 (19th Oct 2006 in respect of applications received only by post (by post) from candidates residing in Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Jammu& Kashmir, Lahaul and Spiti districts and Pangi subdivision of Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, A & N Islands or Lakshadweep or abroad). Pay scale (Approx total emoluments excluding HRA & CCA) & upper age limits immediately follow name of the post. The date for determining eligibility of all candidates in every respect shall be the normal closing date prescribed for receipt of applications viz. 12.10.2006

One Senior Test Engineer in the Farm Machinery, Training & Testing Institute, Department of Agriculture and Co-operation. (The post is reserved for OBC candidates). Rs.10, 000-15,200 (T.E. Rs.18600). 43 yrs EQ: A.Edu: Degree in Agricultural Engineering from a recognized University or equivalent. B.Exp: Seven years experience in a supervisory capacity in testing and / or development of farm machinery and implements or testing of engineering materials.

One Chief-Engineer Gr.II in Central Institute of Fisheries, Nautical and Engineering Training (Cochin), Department of Animal Husbandry Dairying & Fisheries. Rs. 7450-11500 (T.E. Rs.13, 857) 30 yrs. EQ: A.Edu: i) Matriculation passed from a recognized Board / University or equivalent ii) Certificate of competency of MOT First Class or Second class Engineer (Motor) or Certificate of Competency as Engineer (Fishing Vessel) issued by the Mercantile Marine Department. B.Exp: 3 years practical experience on Fishing Vessel.

Two Junior Works Managers (Clothing Technology) in Ordnance Factory Board, Department of Defence Production, Civilian in Defence Service. (Out of 2 posts, 1 post is reserved for OBC candidates), Rs.7450-11500 (T.E.Rs.13857) Age: Between 21 to 30 years, EQ: Edu: degree in Textile Engineering / Technology or equivalent from a recognized University.

Five Junior Works Managers (Chemical) in Ordnance Factory Board, Department of Defence Production Civilian in Defence Service, (Out of 5 posts, 3 posts are reserved for Scheduled Caste candidates and 2 posts are reserved for OBC candidates). Rs.7450-11500 (T.E. Rs. 13857). Age: 21 to 35 years for SC candidates and 21 to 33 years for OBC candidates, EQ: Edu: M. Sc Degree in Chemistry or Degree in Chemical Engineering / Technology from a recognized University / Institution or equivalent.

One junior Interpreter (Chinese) in the Interpreters` Cadre of the Ministry of External Affairs. The post is also identified as suitable for Physically Handicapped [Blindness or low vision (High Power Glasses-Better eye:6/18-6/36, Percentage : 40%) OR Hearing Impairment with acceptable level of 60 dBHL pure tone Average or more in better ear in the conversational range of frequencies (500 KHz, 1KHz and 4KHz)] OR Orthopaedically Handicapped (with loco motor disability having impairment about 50% one upper limb or one lower limb) candidates. Rs.8000-13500 (T.E.Rs.14,880), 35 yrs, EQ:Edu: A).Master’s degree in Chinese language with English as a compulsory / elective subject at degree level from a recognized University or equivalent. OR B). i) A degree in Chinese language with English as a compulsory / elective subject from a recognized University or equivalent; and ii) Two years` experience as a Translation / Interpreter in the Chinese language to English / Hindi and vice-versa or in teaching the Chinese language. OR C. i) Bachelor’s degree with English as a compulsory / elective subject from a recognized University or equivalent; and ii) A diploma equivalent to Interpreter ship standard in the Chinese language from a recognized University or equivalent; and iii) Three years experience as a Translator / Interpreter in the Chinese language to English / Hindi and vice-versa or in teaching the Chinese language.

One Junior Interpreter (Persian) in the Interpreters` Cadre of the Ministry of External Affairs. The post is also identified as suitable for Physically Handicapped [Blindness or low vision (High Power Glasses-Better eye: 6/18-6/36, Percentage: 40%) OR Hearing impairment with acceptable level of 60 Dahl pure tone average or more in better ear in the conversational range of frequencies (500 KHz, 1KHz and 4 KHz)] OR Orthopaedically Handicapped (with loco motor disability having impairment about 50% one upper limb or one lower limb) candidates. Rs.8000-13500 (T.E.Rs.14, 880). 35 yrs. EQ: Edu: A) Master’s degree in Persian language with English as a compulsory / elective subject at degree level from a recognized University or equivalent OR B). i) A degree in the Persian language with English as a compulsory / elective subject from a recognized University or equivalent and ii) Two years` experience as a Translation / Interpreter in the Persian language. OR C. i) Bachelor’s degree with English as a compulsory / elective subject from a recognized University or equivalent; and ii) A diploma equivalent to Interpreter ship standard in the Persian language from a recognized University or equivalent; and iii) Three years experience as a Translator / Interpreter in the Persian language to English / Hindi and vice-versa or in teaching the Persian language.

One Assistant Research Officer in Central Water Commission. The post is also suitable for being manned by person with disabilities via Physically Handicapped category of Ortho via one leg affected. Rs.6500-10500 (T.E.Rs.12090) 30 yrs, EQ: Edu: Master’s Degree in Science (Chemistry) from a recognized University or equivalent.

Twenty-seven Principals (15 Males & 12 Females) in the Directorate of Education (Secretariat Education Department). Of the 27 posts, 03 posts (02 males and 01 females) are reserved for Scheduled Castes candidates, 02 posts (01 male & 01 female) are reserved for Scheduled Tribes candidates, 07 posts (04 males & 03 females) are reserved for OBC candidates and remaining 15 posts (08 males and 07 females) are unreserved. Out of 27 posts, one post is reserved for Physically Handicapped persons (Male or Female) to be filled up from (Blindness or low vision) belonging to any community. All the posts are also suitable for persons with disabilities via OL or OA (one leg affected / one arm affected) and B.L.V. (Blindness or low vision) Rs.10000-15200 (T.E.Rs.18600) 45 yrs.EQ:A.Edu : i) Second Class Master’s degree from a recognized University or equivalent. ii) Degree in Teaching / Education from a recognized University or equivalent B.Exp: ten years experience of teaching in a High or Higher Secondary School or an Intermediate College.

One Lecturer in Zoology in Jawaharlal Nehru Rajkeeya Mahavidyalaya, Port Blair, The post is also suitable for physically (Orthopaedically) Handicapped persons with Loco motor disability of lower extremities belonging to any community. Rs.8000-13500 (T.E.Rs.14880) 35 yrs. EQ: Edu: i) Good academic record with at least 55% marks or an equivalent grade of B in the 7 point scale with letter grades O, A, B, C, D, E, and F at the Master’s degree level in Zoology from an Indian University or an equivalent degree from a Foreign University. Explanation: The term “Good Academic Record” means at least second class with fifty per cent marks in graduation degree. ii) Should have cleared the eligibility test (NET) for lecturers conducted by the University Grants Commission, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research or similar test accredited by the University Grants Commission. NOTE: 1: NET shall remain compulsory requirement for appointment as Lecturer even for candidates having Ph. D degree. However, the candidates who have completed M. Phil degree by 31st Dec 1993 or have submitted Ph. D thesis to the University in the concerned subject on or before 31st December 2002 are exempted from appearing in the NET examination. In case, such candidates fail to obtain Ph. D Degree, they shall have to pass the NET Examination. NOTE: 2: Relaxation of 5% may be provided from 55 to 50% of the marks to be Ph. D degree holders who have passed the Master’s Degree prior to 19th September, 1991. NOTE: 4: A relaxation of minimum marks at the Post Graduates level from 55 to 50% may be provided to candidates who have cleared the Junior Research Fellowship Examination conducted by the UGC/CSIR only prior to 1989 when the minimum marks required to appear for J.R.F. Examination was 50%.

Age limits, as on 12.10.2006, the age limit shown against Item No.1 is relaxed age limit for OBC candidates. The age limit shown against all other S. Nos (except Item No.4) is normal age limit and only in these cases age is relax able for SC/ST candidates up to 5 years and for OBC candidates up to 3 years in respect of posts reserved for them. For Item No.4, the age limit for SC/OBC candidates is mentioned against the Item itself. Age is also relaxable for certain other categories. Candidates with disabilities (as indicated against each item) can apply to the respective posts even if the post is not reserved for them. However, such candidates will be considered for selection to such posts by general standard of merit, Persons suffering from not less than 40% of relevant disability shall alone be eligible for the benefit of reservation and other relaxations as permissible under the rules. Quails are relaxable at Commission’s discretion.

Prescribed Esq. are minimum & mere possession of same does not entitle candidates to be called for interview. Where number of applications received is large the Commission will short list the candidates to be called for interview. Fee Rs.50/- payable in form of Central Rectt. Fee Stamps ONLY to be affixed on application form, No other mode of payment is acceptable. No fee for SC/ST/Physically Handicapped candidates. Candidates abroad should enclose fee receipt issued by Indian Embassy/Mission.

For details of posts, instructions & application format relating to Advt.No.18 please see Employment News dated 23-09-2006 or visit our website at http://www.upsc.gov.in Completed applications with enclosures should be sent to the Secretary, Union Public Service Commission, Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi – 110069, so as to reach him on or before prescribed closing date i.e.12-10-06.

NOTE: Applications must be sent in the format given in Employment News or can be downloaded from our website www.upsc.gov.in Applications sent in any other format are liable to be rejected. Mobile Phones are banned in the Campus of UPSC Examination Hall For any query; visit the Commission’s Facilitation Center or Dial No.23385271.