The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has launched Pratibha Setu, earlier known as Public Disclosure Scheme, to help high-performing candidates who cleared all UPSC exams but missed the final merit list. The scheme aims to connect them with both government bodies and private employers.

Pratibha Setu includes more than 10,000 candidates from exams such as the Civil Services, Engineering Services, Forest Services, CAPF, Medical Services, Geo-Scientist, and IES/ISS. These candidates have passed all examination stages but were not recommended for final selection.

HOW IT WORKS?

Employers, both from the central government and the private sector, can register on the portal. Once verified, they gain access to the soft biodata of candidates, including qualifications and contact details. UPSC will provide employers with login credentials to browse this data bank and recruit as needed.

Previously known as the Public Disclosure Scheme since 2018, the programme has been renamed Pratibha Setu to reflect its wider scope and ambition.

This initiative gives a second career option to candidates who narrowly missed selection. UPSC highlights that these individuals are “almost as meritorious as the recommended candidates,” making the platform a valuable link between elite talent and suitable employers.

PRATIBHA SETU: VARIOUS UPSC EXAM CATEGORIES

The scheme covers non-recommended but willing candidates from the following UPSC exams:

• Civil Services (CSE)

• Indian Forest Service (IFoS)

• Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF)

• Engineering Services (IES)

• Combined Geo-Scientist

• Combined Defence Services (CDS)

• Indian Economic Service/ Indian Statistical Service (IES/ISS)

• Combined Medical Services

By offering this transparent and structured recruitment route, Pratibha Setu supports both eager aspirants and employers seeking qualified talent.

It ensures UPSC’s top-performing candidates are not overlooked, even if not selected through its standard interviews and final lists.