The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification (Advt. No. 10/2025) for recruiting 45 Assistant Directors (Systems) in the Directorate of Income Tax (Systems) under the Ministry of Finance.

The online application window is open from 26 July to 14 August 2025 on the UPSC ORA portal .

Interested candidates with a background in Computer Science, IT, or related fields can apply for this prestigious central government role.

The recruitment offers a competitive salary, strong career growth, and the opportunity to contribute to the digital infrastructure of India’s tax administration.

Eligibility Criteria: UPSC Assistant Director (Systems) Recruitment 2025

Candidates applying for the post must meet the following qualifications and age requirements:

Educational Qualification – You must hold any one of the following degrees from a recognised university in India:

Age Limit (as on 14 August 2025)

Note: Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.

Application Fee

Mode of Payment:

• SBI Cash Deposit
• Net Banking
• Credit/Debit Card
• UPI

Selection Process

The selection for the post of Assistant Director (Systems) will be conducted in two possible stages, depending on the number of applicants:

1. Recruitment Test (RT)
   • A computer-based written test may be conducted to shortlist candidates.
   • The test typically covers technical knowledge, logical reasoning, general awareness, and subject-specific questions.
2. Personal Interview
   • Shortlisted candidates from the Recruitment Test (or directly, if RT is skipped) will be called for a personal interview.

In some cases, only the interview may be conducted if the number of applicants is low.

Final Selection Criteria

• Final merit is prepared based on marks obtained in both stages (if both are held).
• Minimum qualifying marks in the interview stage:

Only those securing minimum cut-off marks will be considered for selection in the final merit list.

Note: UPSC reserves the right to fix higher cut-off marks and to conduct a screening process if applications exceed a reasonable number.

Salary & Job Profile

• Pay Scale: Level-10 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (~₹56,100–1,77,500)
• Role: Technical oversight across IT systems, cybersecurity, data management, and innovation in income tax infrastructure

Why Apply for This Role?

• Opportunities for tech professionals in a central government department
• Attractive pay with allowances and job security
• Good scope for policy-level involvement in digital transformation of tax infrastructure

Final Notes

This UPSC Assistant Director (Systems) recruitment is a fantastic opportunity for IT and computer science professionals seeking central government roles. Don’t miss the deadline—apply by 14 August 2025, ensure eligibility and documents are ready, and stay updated via the official UPSC portal.