– UPSC recently released a notification for the Lateral Entry Scheme, which includes positions from Joint Secretary to Director.
– The scheme allows for direct recruitment without the need for the UPSC civil service exam, based on a contract basis.
– However, after controversy, the government asked UPSC to cancel the recruitment.
– The Lateral Entry Scheme allows for the direct recruitment of private sector experts to central government ministries.
– Applicants must have at least 15 years of experience in the private sector and be graduates in a field related to the position.
– The recruitment under the scheme begins with a minimum three-year contract, extendable up to five years based on performance and need.