The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has unveiled Pratibha Setu, a groundbreaking initiative designed to bridge the gap between meritorious UPSC aspirants and employment opportunities in central and state government departments—even for those who narrowly missed selection.
Under this program, information on candidates who have successfully cleared the UPSC interview stage, but did not secure a final recommendation, is consolidated on a dedicated portal. Government departments and public-sector units can access this talent pool and directly recruit qualified individuals for relevant roles.
🎯 A Win-Win Strategy
- For aspirants: Hard-working candidates who reached the interview stage but didn’t make the cut now have a second chance at public service roles.
- For the government: Departments benefit from a curated list of eligible, pre-screened candidates—saving time and ensuring access to talented individuals.
- Strategic goal: Ensure skilled youth contribute to public administration, bringing fresh ideas and increasing workforce efficiency .
How It Works
- UPSC compiles profiles of ‘non-recommended’ but willing candidates who completed interviews.
- These profiles appear on the Pratibha Setu portal.
- Government agencies search and invite suitable candidates based on departmental needs.
- Candidates receive direct recruitment offers from departments.
Impact & Importance
This innovative pathway transforms what might be seen as UPSC failure into opportunity. It:
- Mitigates talent wastage,
- Strengthens public administration,
- Provides candidates with meaningful career prospects,
- Demonstrates the system’s commitment to merit-based recruitment.
This marks a forward-thinking shift in UPSC recruitment strategy, reflecting a broader commitment to leveraging human capital and ensuring capable aspirants find their way into public service.
