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Sheel Vardhan Singh Appointed as Member of UPSC.

Appointments | Dated: 09 Jan 2026

Former Director General of CISF, Sheel Vardhan Singh, has been appointed as a member of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath of office. Singh is a 1986-batch IPS officer of the Bihar cadre with over 37 years of service.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The UPSC consists of a Chairman and up to 10 members.
  • Members hold office for a term of six years or until they attain the age of 65 years.
  • UPSC is the central recruiting agency for Group A and Group B services.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Appointee: Sheel Vardhan Singh.
  • Role: Member.
  • Organization: UPSC.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Who has been appointed as a new member of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?

Correct Answer: Sheel Vardhan Singh

🚀 Quick Recap:

About UPSC

  • Article – 315 to 323
  • Current Chairman – Preeti Sudan