With the advent of the digital age, telecommunication services play a vital role in governments around the world. In India, the recruitment process of the Indian Telecommunication Service (ITS) has received particular attention. The service's managers are selected through the Engineering Services Examination (ESE) held annually by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), a process that reflects not only the integration of technology and management, but also the The country’s huge demand for talent.
“The top engineers selected each year will play a key role in the development of digital technology.”
India's telecommunications industry originated from the invention of the telegraph in the 19th century. After years of development, it has formed today's telecommunications service system. In 1950, the first telegraph line was established between Kolkata and Diamond Harbour, and soon thereafter, a dedicated Telegraph Department of India was established. In 1965, the Telegraph Engineering Service was formally transformed into the Indian Telecommunications Service to meet the government's technical and management needs in the field of telecommunications.
Every year, UPSC conducts ITS recruitment through ESE. The examination consists of three stages: preliminary test, main test and interview. During this process, professionals in the engineering field will face rigorous tests to ensure that they are competent for various technical and management positions. The required engineering categories include civil engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and electronics and telecommunications engineering, among which ITS mainly recruits professionals in electronics and telecommunications engineering.
“Only the best candidates will make it through this process and become leaders in future technology.”
After passing the UPSC exam, newly recruited ITS officers are required to undergo two years of professional training at the National Telecommunication Institute for Policy Research Innovation and Training. The training not only covers the latest developments in telecommunications technology, but also courses in management, law and disaster management.
After successful completion of the training, ITS officers will be posted in various departments responsible for policy formulation, licensing and coordination. Their main work includes issuing licenses for telecommunication service providers, assisting with national security-related matters, and handling cooperation with international telecommunication organizations. As the pace of digital transformation gathers pace, ITS officials play a key role in facilitating the formulation and implementation of national ICT policies.
"In the wave of global digitalization, professional talents in telecommunications services are becoming increasingly important."
In summary, UPSC has undoubtedly combined the fairness of the exam with professional needs in the process of selecting top engineers, and this system reflects the high standards and foresight of the Indian government in talent training. Ultimately, this new generation of engineers is not only the future of the country, but also the driving force behind the trends in the ever-changing world of technology. So, how can we further build an effective examination and training mechanism to support the growth and development of more engineers?