New Delhi, Sept. 3 -- The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) plans to establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) as a repository for best practices from UPSC and State Public Service Commissions (PSCs) to coincide with its Centenary year celebrations from October 1, 2025, to October 1, 2026.

Announced by UPSC Chairman Dr. Ajay Kumar during a meeting with State PSC Chairpersons and Members, the CoE will function as a knowledge hub for Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), innovations, and key takeaways.

Dr. Kumar emphasized the need for active State PSC contributions and invited suggestions for the CoE, which is intended to benefit not only UPSC and State PSCs but also other national recruitment bodies. He highlighted the robust nature o...