Leh, Sept 09: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited applications for various vacancies of legal posts in Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India, expediting the Ladakh recruitment drive.
The application process began on 13 September, 2025 and will close on 2nd of October, 2025. These positions have been released in yet another first phase of UPSC’s recruitment for Ladakh.
The eligible candidates shall apply for recruitment against 38 vacancies of legal posts in Department of Legal Affairs, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India; three vacancies for the post of Assistant Director in the Joint cadre of National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) and Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India; 15 vacancies of Lecturer (Urdu) in School Education Department, 125 vacancies of Medical Officer in Health and Medical Education Department and 32 vacancies for the post of Accounts Officer in Finance Department in Administration of Union Territory of Ladakh.
Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, expressed his gratitude to the Union Home Minister, Amit Shah; the Union Home Secretary, Govind Mohan, and the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) for facilitating the advertisement of vacancies in the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh.
The Lieutenant Governor stated that the advertisement of posts is in line with the aspirations of the people of Ladakh, providing 80% reservation for Scheduled Tribes of Ladakh and 4% reservation for residents of areas adjoining the Actual Line of Control (ALC).
He informed that the recruitment of 32 posts of Accounts Officer, 125 posts of Medical Officer, and 67 posts of Lecturer in various disciplines will strengthen key sectors of administration, particularly Health and Education, ensuring improved medical services and quality education across the UT.
Eligible candidates can apply through the official UPSC portal — https://upsconline.gov.in/ora/.
Applicants are advised to read the official notification carefully and ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
The detailed Advertisement No. 13/2025, along-with instructions to the candidates has been scheduled to be uploaded on the Commission’s website https://upsc.gov.in.
The Lt Governor observed that this step reflects the Government of India’s commitment to safeguarding the rights and interests of the people of Ladakh and ensuring equitable opportunities in public services. He further stated that it will create new avenues for the youth of Ladakh, contributing significantly to inclusive growth and holistic development in the region.
