UPSC Examiner of Trade Marks Exam Date 2027: Combined RT Schedule Released
Super Admin··3 min read
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released an addendum notice announcing the exam date for the Combined Recruitment Test (RT) for the posts of Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications. Candidates preparing for these legal and prosecution-related posts can now check the official schedule.
As per the official notification, the offline pen-and-paper test will be conducted on January 9, 2027. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 100 vacancies under this profile.
UPSC Combined Recruitment Test 2027 (Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications) — key details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 100 Posts |
| Category-wise Vacancies | UR-48, EWS-09, OBC-20, SC-17, ST-06, PwBD-08 |
| Medium of Test | English only |
| RT and Interview Weightage | 75:25 |
| Interview Suitability Standards | General/EWS: 50+, OBC: 45+, SC/ST/PwBD: 40+ |
UPSC Combined RT 2027: Exam Scheme and Medium
The upcoming Combined Recruitment Test (RT) will be held in a single shift from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on January 9, 2027. Candidates must note that the medium of the test will be English only. It is an offline pen-and-paper based examination.
Selection Weightage and Suitability Standards
The final selection process will rely on both the written test and the interview. The weightage ratio between the Recruitment Test (RT) and the Interview is set at 75:25.
Additionally, UPSC has specified category-wise minimum suitability standards for the interview stage. Candidates from the General and EWS categories must secure 50 or more marks. For OBC candidates, the minimum standard is 45 or above, while candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwBD categories must score 40 or more marks to be considered suitable.
The category-wise distribution of the 100 vacancies is as follows: UR-48, EWS-09, OBC-20, SC-17, ST-06, and PwBD-08.
Step-by-step process
- Go to the official website of UPSC at upsc.gov.in.
- Look under the 'What's New' section on the homepage.
- Click on the link 'Addendum Notice: 100 Posts of Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications'.
- Click on the PDF link to download the official Addendum Notice.
- Open the downloaded PDF to check the exam date, scheme, and syllabus details.
Important official links
- Addendum Notice: 100 Posts of Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications
- www.upsc.gov.in
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Frequently asked questions
What is the exam date for the UPSC Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications?
The offline Combined Recruitment Test (RT) is scheduled to be held on January 9, 2027, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
What is the medium of the UPSC Combined Recruitment Test?
The medium of the test will be English only.
What is the weightage ratio between the written test and the interview?
The weightage ratio between the Recruitment Test (RT) and the Interview is 75:25.
How many vacancies are available for the Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications post?
There are a total of 100 vacancies, distributed as: UR-48, EWS-09, OBC-20, SC-17, ST-06, and PwBD-08.
Sources and verification: every date and number in this article was checked against the official website/notice of Union Public Service Commission on 1 November 2026. Read the official notice before applying or taking any decision.
