What is the notification about?
This is a vacancy circular from the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for filling up 01 (one) vacancy in the grade of Security Officer (General Central Service, Group 'B', Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) in Level 8 of the Pay Matrix. The appointment is on a deputation basis for a period of 03 years or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
What is the post name and level?
The post is Security Officer, which is a General Central Service, Group 'B', Gazetted, Non-Ministerial post in Level 8 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 47600-151100).
What are the eligibility criteria for deputation?
The eligibility criteria for deputation are as follows:
- Composite method (Deputation plus Promotion): Officers from Security-cum-Intelligence agencies of the Government of India (Intelligence Bureau, Research and Analysis Wing, Central Bureau of Investigation, Border Security Force, Central Reserve Police Force, Indo Tibetan Border Police, or Central Industrial Security Force) are eligible if they meet the following conditions:
- (a) Holding analogous posts on a regular basis in the parent Cadre or Department; OR
- (ii) With two years' service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-7 of the pay matrix (Rs. 44900-142400/-) or equivalent in the parent Cadre or Department; OR
- (iii) With six years' service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-6 of the pay matrix (Rs. 35400-112400/-) or equivalent in the parent Cadre or Department; AND
- (b) Possessing the following educational qualifications and experience:
- (i) Bachelor's degree from a recognised University or equivalent; AND
- (ii) Two years' experience in organising security arrangements, gathering information and intelligence relating to various aspects of security.
Are there any special considerations for Departmental Officers?
Yes, Departmental Officers holding the post of Security Assistant in Level-6 of the pay matrix with six years' regular service in the grade and possessing the prescribed educational qualification and experience for deputationists shall also be considered. If selected, their appointment will be deemed to have been filled by promotion.
What is the maximum age limit?
The maximum age-limit for appointment by Deputation shall not exceed fifty-six years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
What is the period of deputation?
The period of deputation shall be initially for a period of 3 years or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
What are the duties and responsibilities of the Security Officer?
The duties and responsibilities include:
- Maintaining constant surveillance over the campus to ensure security instructions are complied with.
- Looking into security lapses and bringing them to the notice of higher authorities.
- Collecting intelligence pertaining to the conduct of examinations and identifying groups or organizations that may be averse to UPSC's functioning.
- Monitoring the process of examinations and major recruitment tests, assisting higher authorities, and supervising security arrangements.
- Reporting on agitation activities by different organizations/groups against UPSC.
- Checking deployment arrangements of CISF and conducting surprise checks of CISF personnel and other security arrangements, submitting fortnightly reports.
- Checking perimeter walls, locks of sensitive sections, and ensuring their proper placement.
- Conducting surprise checks of movement of people/vehicles at entry/exit points and within UPSC premises to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Conducting regular checks on security light arrangements and reporting any defects.
- Conducting surprise checks of registers maintained by CISF regarding vehicle movement and gate operations.
- Making surprise checks to ensure no unauthorized material/documents are taken out of the premises.
- Performing any other function assigned by the superior authority.
- Submitting periodic reports to JS(G)/JS(A) on all security-related aspects.
- Supervising the functioning of the CCTV control room manned by CISF.
How to apply?
Eligible candidates whose services can be spared immediately on selection should apply in the prescribed proforma (Annexure-I). The application, along with the certificate from the forwarding Authority (Annexure-II) and other required documents, should be forwarded to Shri Aparna Srivastava, Under Secretary (Admn.II), Room No.11, Ground Floor, Annexe Building, Union Public Service Commission, Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi-110069.
What is the last date to apply?
Applications must be submitted within 60 days of the publication of this advertisement in the Employment News.
What documents are required with the application?
The following documents are required:
- Integrity certificate.
- List of major/minor penalties imposed, if any, on the official during the last 10 years (a 'nil' certificate if no penalty has been imposed).
- Vigilance clearance certificate.
- Attested photocopies of the APARs for the last five years (2020-21 to 2024-25), attested by an officer not below the rank of an Under Secretary to the Govt. of India.
Applications not forwarded through the proper channel or those received without the requisite certificates and necessary documents will not be entertained.
Where can I find more details and the application proforma?
For more details and the prescribed proforma of application, visit the official website of UPSC at http://www.upsc.gov.in/vacancy-circulars.
Is there any information about the salary?
The notification mentions that the post is in Level 8 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 47600-151100). The pay of the selected candidate will be regulated under the provisions contained in the Dept. of Personnel & Training O.M. No. 6/8/2009-Estt. (Pay-II) dated 17/06/2010 as amended from time to time.
What is the selection process?
The selection process is based on deputation. The notification does not detail a written examination or physical test for this specific deputation vacancy. The primary criteria are the eligibility conditions and experience mentioned.
Can candidates withdraw their candidature?
No, candidates who apply for the post will not be allowed to withdraw their candidature subsequently.
Is there any preference for women candidates?
Yes, the government strives to have a workforce that reflects gender balance, and women candidates are encouraged to apply.
