In a progressive move to recognize the efforts of highly talented candidates who narrowly miss selection in its competitive exams, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has launched a groundbreaking initiative called Pratibha Setu 2025. This digital platform is designed to bridge employment opportunities for qualified candidates — those who successfully clear the Prelims, Mains, or Interview stages but do not make it to the final selection.
Through Pratibha Setu, UPSC aims to provide these exceptional individuals with a pathway to professional success in both the public and private sectors, ensuring that their hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed or underutilized.
What is Pratibha Setu?
Described as a “bridge to employment,” Pratibha Setu will connect qualified yet unselected candidates from UPSC’s various examinations with verified employers across industries. The platform builds upon the earlier Public Disclosure Scheme (PDS) of 2018 and marks one of the Commission’s first major employment-focused pilot projects.
The system enables deserving candidates to showcase their profiles to prospective employers from government ministries, public sector undertakings (PSUs), autonomous bodies, and vetted private corporations — offering them a second chance to leverage their achievements into meaningful careers.
Who is Eligible for Pratibha Setu?
The initiative is open to candidates who have cleared any of the following prestigious UPSC examinations:
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Civil Services Examination (CSE)
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Engineering Services Examination (ESE)
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Indian Forest Service (IFS)
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Indian Economic Service (IES)
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Indian Statistical Service (ISS)
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Combined Medical Services (CMS)
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Combined Defence Services (CDS)
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Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF)
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Geoscientist Exam
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Any other UPSC competitive examination
Candidates must actively provide consent to participate and agree to have their profiles shared with potential employers via the platform.
How Does Pratibha Setu Work?
The process is designed to be transparent and user-driven:
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Candidates express interest and consent to share their profiles on the platform.
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Registered government bodies, PSUs, autonomous institutions, and verified private companies log in through the Pratibha Setu portal.
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Employers gain access to detailed profiles, biodata, and contact information of eligible candidates.
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Interested companies can then approach candidates directly for recruitment steps, such as interviews or tests.
A Transparent and Inclusive System
UPSC emphasizes that participation in Pratibha Setu is voluntary and completely transparent. Only registered and verified employers will be granted access, ensuring authenticity. Private sector companies will be verified against their Corporate Identification Number (CIN) before approval.
The system offers both candidates and employers an efficient, credible platform for professional matchmaking — benefiting top talent that might otherwise remain undiscovered.
Why is Pratibha Setu Important?
More than just a recruitment portal, Pratibha Setu recognizes the grit, intellect, and effort of candidates who reach advanced stages of UPSC exams but are not selected. It provides:
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A second chance for candidates to connect with top employers
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A reliable talent pool for companies seeking high-caliber professionals
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Greater inclusivity in India’s employment ecosystem
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Increased value to the UPSC preparation journey
For candidates, especially those reaching the interview stage, this initiative validates their efforts and provides them with opportunities beyond government roles.
Next Steps
UPSC will soon release further updates on registration details at upsc.gov.in, encouraging eligible candidates and employers to participate in this forward-thinking scheme.
By launching Pratibha Setu 2025, UPSC is setting an important example — celebrating merit and creating new pathways to success for India’s brightest minds.
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