UPSC Recruitment 2026 – 538 Various Vacancies (Advt No. 06/2026)
UPSC Online form 2026: The Union Public Service Commission has published the recruitment notification (Advt No. 06/2026) on its official website. https://upsc.gov.in The notification is for the recruitment of 538 Junior Scientific Officer, Operations Officer, Air Safety Officer, Professor (Sugar Engineering), Assistant Engineer (Civil), Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Junior Technical Officer, Senior Scientific Assistant, Botanist, Scientist B, Assistant Legal Adviser, Assistant Director (IT), Research Officer (Map), Deputy Central Intelligence Officer (Technical), Deputy Director, Assistant Director Grade-II, Chemist, Assistant Mining Geologist, Mineral Officer (Intelligence), & Other posts. The last date to apply for these vacancies is 03/07/2026. Candidates who have Bachelor's Degree to Ph.D. depending on the position. Key qualifications include M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech, LLB, MCA, MBBS with PG, and Master's Degree in relevant disciplines. qualifications can apply Apply Online for UPSC Recruitment 2026. Interested candidates must read the official notification carefully and complete the application process as per the given instructions. The official website link and the UPSC Recruitment 2026 notification link are provided below under the heading Important Links.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Here is the overview section of UPSC Recruitment 2026. Here you can find the quick information about the UPSC Recruitment 2026 notification. First check the following overview and if you find you are eligible and interested then read the next sections like eligibility criteria, important dates and important links. The overview section includes organisation, post name, total number of vacancies, qualification, job location and application mode.
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Junior Scientific Officer, Operations Officer, Air Safety Officer, Professor (Sugar Engineering), Assistant Engineer (Civil), Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Junior Technical Officer, Senior Scientific Assistant, Botanist, Scientist B, Assistant Legal Adviser, Assistant Director (IT), Research Officer (Map), Deputy Central Intelligence Officer (Technical), Deputy Director, Assistant Director Grade-II, Chemist, Assistant Mining Geologist, Mineral Officer (Intelligence), & Other |
| Total Number of Vacancies | 538 |
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree to Ph.D. depending on the position. Key qualifications include M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech, LLB, MCA, MBBS with PG, and Master's Degree in relevant disciplines. |
| Job Location | Pan India (Central Government Posts across multiple states and UTs including Ladakh, Andaman & Nicobar, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Nagpur, Shillong, Kanpur, etc.) |
| Application Mode | Apply Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 03/07/2026 |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
Vacancies Detail
Here, you can find the position wise vacancies detail of each position open under UPSC Recruitment 2026 notification. You can find here the number of vacancies, qualification, age limit and pay scale. The complete eligibility criteria of each position open under UPSC is given below.
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Junior Scientific Officer (NCONF, Dept. of Agriculture)
- No. of Vacancies: 9
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Microbiology / Botany (Plant Pathology, Microbiology, or Mycology) / Agriculture (Soil Science, Agronomy, Horticulture, etc.)
- Age Limit: 30 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 7 (7th CPC)
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Regional Director (NCONF, Dept. of Agriculture)
- No. of Vacancies: 2
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Microbiology / Botany / Agriculture (same specialisations)
- Age Limit: 50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 11 & 12 (7th CPC)
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Operations Officer (DGCA, Ministry of Civil Aviation)
- No. of Vacancies: 19
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Civil/Mechanical/CS/IT/Aeronautical/Electrical/Electronics or M.Sc. in Electronics/Physics or B.Sc. with Physics/Electronics
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Air Safety Officer (DGCA, Ministry of Civil Aviation)
- No. of Vacancies: 15
- Qualification: Degree in Aeronautical Engineering
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Professor (Sugar Engineering) (National Sugar Institute, Kanpur)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering + NSI Associateship in Sugar Engineering or PG Diploma in ME/EE from Vasantdada Sugar Institute
- Age Limit: 50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 13 (7th CPC)
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Assistant Engineer (Civil) (NEC Secretariat, Shillong)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
- Age Limit: 30 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 7 (7th CPC)
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Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Transportation) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 45-50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 13A1 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor, Electrical Engg (Electrical Machines) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 35-38 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor, Electronics Engg (ECE) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 35-38 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor, Computer Engg (AI) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 35-38 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor, Computer Engg (AI/Cyber Security) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 35-38 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Transportation) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 35-38 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Environmental) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 35-38 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Associate Professor (Physics) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 45-50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 13A1 (7th CPC)
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Associate Professor (Mathematics) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 45-50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 13A1 (7th CPC)
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Associate Professor (Chemistry) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 45-50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 13A1 (7th CPC)
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Associate Professor (Architecture) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 45-50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 13A1 (7th CPC)
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Associate Professor, Mech Engg (Thermal Engineering) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 45-50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 13A1 (7th CPC)
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Associate Professor, Electrical Engg (Energy System) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 45-50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 13A1 (7th CPC)
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Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Water Resources) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 45-50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 13A1 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor (Architecture) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 3
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 35-38 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor (Mathematics) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 3
- Qualification: Good academic record with at least 55% at Master's level + NET/CSIR-NET or equivalent
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Geo Informatics) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 2
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 35-38 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Structure) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 3
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 45-50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 13A1 (7th CPC)
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Professor, Civil Engg (Structural) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech Civil (Structural specialisation, first class) + Ph.D. in Civil Engineering
- Age Limit: 50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 14 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Construction Management) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 2
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 35-38 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Structures) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 4
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 35-38 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor (Physics) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: Good academic record with at least 55% at Master's level + NET/CSIR-NET or equivalent
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor (Geology) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: Good academic record with at least 55% at Master's level + NET/CSIR-NET or equivalent
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor (Chemistry) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: Good academic record with at least 55% at Master's level + NET/CSIR-NET or equivalent
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor, Production Engg (Advance Production System) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 35-38 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor, Mech Engg (Machine Design) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 35-38 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Professor, Mech Engg (Thermal Engineering) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 3
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 35-38 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Environmental) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 45-50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 13A1 (7th CPC)
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Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Soil Mechanics & Foundation) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 45-50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 13A1 (7th CPC)
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Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Construction Management) (CME Pune)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline
- Age Limit: 45-50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 13A1 (7th CPC)
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Junior Scientific Officer (Naval HQ, Ministry of Defence)
- No. of Vacancies: 5
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Physics/Chemistry/Electronics/Polymer Chemistry or B.E./B.Tech in Electronics/Telecom/CS/IT/Metallurgy/Mechanical/Aeronautical/Chemical
- Age Limit: 30 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 8 (7th CPC)
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Junior Technical Officer (Naval HQ, Ministry of Defence)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics & Comm/Marine/Naval Architecture/Industrial Engineering
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Sr. Scientific Assistant (Computer Sciences) (DGAQA)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Computer Engineering or M.Sc. in CS or AMIE + 1 year experience
- Age Limit: 30 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 7 (7th CPC)
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Sr. Scientific Assistant (Electronics) (DGAQA)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Electronics or M.Sc. in Electronics/Physics with Electronics or IETE Degree or AMIE
- Age Limit: 30 years (UR; ST: 35)
- Pay Scale: Level 7 (7th CPC)
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Sr. Scientific Assistant (Metallurgy) (DGAQA)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgical Engineering or AMIIM or AMIE
- Age Limit: 30 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 7 (7th CPC)
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Sr. Scientific Assistant (Mechanical) (DGAQA)
- No. of Vacancies: 2
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or AMIE
- Age Limit: 30 years (UR; SC: 35)
- Pay Scale: Level 7 (7th CPC)
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Botanist (Botanical Survey of India)
- No. of Vacancies: 2
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Botany/Horticulture/Life Science/Agriculture
- Age Limit: 30 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 7 (7th CPC)
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Scientist B (Zoological Survey of India, Kolkata)
- No. of Vacancies: 4
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Zoology
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Assistant Legal Adviser (Directorate of Enforcement)
- No. of Vacancies: 12
- Qualification: LLB + 3 years as advocate in criminal/fiscal law or LLM + 1 year as such advocate
- Age Limit: 40 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 11 (7th CPC)
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Scientist B (Biology) (CFSL, Ministry of Home Affairs)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Botany/Zoology/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Physical Anthropology/Genetics/Forensic Science (with Botany or Zoology at B.Sc.) or B.E./B.Tech Biotechnology
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Scientist B (Chemistry) (CFSL, Ministry of Home Affairs)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Forensic Science (with Chemistry at B.Sc.)
- Age Limit: 35 years (OBC: 38)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Scientist B (Documents) (CFSL, Ministry of Home Affairs)
- No. of Vacancies: 3
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry/Physics/Forensic Science (with Chemistry or Physics at B.Sc.)
- Age Limit: 35 years (SC/ST: 40)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Scientist B (Physics) (CFSL, Ministry of Home Affairs)
- No. of Vacancies: 2
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Physics/Applied Physics/Biophysics/Forensic Science (with Physics at B.Sc.) or B.E./B.Tech relevant engineering
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Assistant Director (IT) (ORGI, Ministry of Home Affairs)
- No. of Vacancies: 15
- Qualification: MCA/M.Sc. in CS/IT/Software Engineering or B.E./B.Tech in Computer/IT/Electronics/ECE
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Research Officer (Map) (ORGI, Ministry of Home Affairs)
- No. of Vacancies: 3
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Geography/Applied Geography/Geoinformatics/Remote Sensing & GIS
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Deputy Central Intelligence Officer (Technical) (Intelligence Bureau, MHA)
- No. of Vacancies: 6
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Electronics/ECE/CS/IT/Software Engg or AMIE/AMIETE or M.Sc. Physics (Electronics/Telecom) or MCA after B.Sc. Physics or M.Sc. IT/CS/Software
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Deputy Director (Staff Training/Productivity) (DGFASLI, Ministry of Labour)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Marine/Production/Industrial/Instrumentation/Civil/Architecture or AMIE (enrolled up to 31.05.2013 only)
- Age Limit: 40 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 11 (7th CPC)
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Asst. Director Grade-II (Economic Investigation) (O/o Dev. Commissioner, MSME)
- No. of Vacancies: 50
- Qualification: Master's Degree in Economics
- Age Limit: 30 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 7 (7th CPC)
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Chemist (Indian Bureau of Mines, Nagpur)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry
- Age Limit: 35 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 7 (7th CPC)
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Assistant Mining Geologist (Indian Bureau of Mines, Nagpur)
- No. of Vacancies: 5
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Geology/Applied Geology
- Age Limit: 30 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 7 (7th CPC)
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Mineral Officer (Intelligence) (Indian Bureau of Mines, Nagpur)
- No. of Vacancies: 3
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Geology/Applied Geology/Economics or B.E. in Mining Engineering
- Age Limit: 30 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 7 (7th CPC)
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Assistant Public Prosecutor (CBI, Ministry of Personnel)
- No. of Vacancies: 5
- Qualification: LLB from a recognised university
- Age Limit: 30 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (7th CPC)
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Principal (Senior Secondary School) (Dept. of Education, A&N Administration)
- No. of Vacancies: 7
- Qualification: Master's Degree + B.Ed. from recognised institution
- Age Limit: 50 years (UR)
- Pay Scale: Level 12 (7th CPC)
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Lecturer-I (English) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: Master's Degree in English (first class or equivalent at Bachelor's or Master's level)
- Age Limit: 40 years (ST only)
- Pay Scale: Level 8A (7th CPC)
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Lecturer-I (Mathematics) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: Master's Degree in Mathematics (first class or equivalent at Bachelor's or Master's level)
- Age Limit: 40 years (ST only)
- Pay Scale: Level 8A (7th CPC)
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Lecturer-I (Physics) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: Master's Degree in Physics (first class or equivalent at Bachelor's or Master's level)
- Age Limit: 40 years (ST only)
- Pay Scale: Level 8A (7th CPC)
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Lecturer-I (Computer Engineering) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering or IT (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 40 years (ST only)
- Pay Scale: Level 8A (7th CPC)
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Superintendent ITI/Vice Principal (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in any discipline
- Age Limit: 40 years (ST only)
- Pay Scale: Level 8 (7th CPC)
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Lecturer-I (Civil Engineering) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering (first class or equivalent)
- Age Limit: 40 years (ST only)
- Pay Scale: Level 8A (7th CPC)
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Lecturer-I (Chemistry) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh)
- No. of Vacancies: 1
- Qualification: Master's Degree in Chemistry (first class or equivalent at Bachelor's or Master's level)
- Age Limit: 40 years (ST only)
- Pay Scale: Level 8A (7th CPC)
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Scientific Officer/Programmer (IT Dept., UT Ladakh)
- No. of Vacancies: 2
- Qualification: MCA/M.Sc. CS/IT or B.E./B.Tech CS/IT/Electronics
- Age Limit: 40 years (ST only)
- Pay Scale: Level 8 (7th CPC)
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Assistant Registrar (Cooperative Dept., UT Ladakh)
- No. of Vacancies: 11
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree
- Age Limit: 35 years (EWS); 40 years (ST)
- Pay Scale: Level 6F (7th CPC)
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Private Secretary (General Administration Dept., UT Ladakh)
- No. of Vacancies: 12
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree + Dictation at 100 wpm for 10 minutes (English) + Transcription 40 minutes on computer
- Age Limit: 35 years (EWS); 40 years (ST)
- Pay Scale: Level 8 (7th CPC)
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Consultant Ophthalmologist (Health & Medical Education, UT Ladakh)
- No. of Vacancies: 2
- Qualification: MBBS (recognised under NMC Act 2019) + PG Degree or Diploma in Ophthalmology
- Age Limit: 50 years (ST only)
- Pay Scale: Level 11 (7th CPC)
Selection Procedure
The detailed selection procedure has been mentioned in the official notification of UPSC Recruitment 2026. But we are giving you here the short summary of the selection procedure. The candidates are advised to refer to official notification for selection procedure.
Selection Procedure: UPSC is conducting this recruitment by Selection Method. The specific stages of selection (such as written examination, skill test, or interview) will be determined by UPSC individually for each post. No specific exam dates or result timelines have been stated in the notification. Candidates are advised to check the official UPSC website for updates on the selection process for each post.
Application Fees
Here is the complete information about UPSC Recruitment 2026 application fee. We advise the candidates that read the rules, methods and guidelines in the official notification before any payment of the application fee.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| For all other candidates | ₹25/- |
| Female/SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability Candidates | No Fee |
Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of all important dates related to this recruitment to avoid missing any deadline. The schedule mentioned below is based on official information and may be updated from time to time.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date for Apply Online | 13/06/2026 |
| Closing Date for Apply Online | 03/07/2026 |
How to Apply
Here is the complete procedure to apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026. The candidates should read the complete procedure to apply in the official notification from the links given below.
The application procedure for is not fully online. Candidates are advised to follow the detailed instructions given below.
- Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
- Register as a new user if you do not already have an account, or log in with your existing credentials.
- Select Advertisement No. 06/2026 from the list and choose the relevant post.
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and experience details accurately.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and required supporting documents (ensure files meet the portal’s specified size and dimension requirements).
- Submit the application and save the system-generated confirmation receipt with your registration number.
Important Links
You can find here all important links to apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026. We advise the candidates that you must read the official notification before filing the application form for Junior Scientific Officer, Operations Officer, Air Safety Officer, Professor (Sugar Engineering), Assistant Engineer (Civil), Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Junior Technical Officer, Senior Scientific Assistant, Botanist, Scientist B, Assistant Legal Adviser, Assistant Director (IT), Research Officer (Map), Deputy Central Intelligence Officer (Technical), Deputy Director, Assistant Director Grade-II, Chemist, Assistant Mining Geologist, Mineral Officer (Intelligence), & Other vacancies.
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (UPSC Advertisement 06/2026) | Click Here |
| Official Notification (UPSC Advertisement 06/2026) | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Telegram (GovtJobGuru) for Latest Updates | Click Here |
Other Important Information
Important Information for UPSC Advertisement No. 06/2026:
Nature of Posts: All 538 posts are permanent central government positions, gazetted and non-ministerial in nature unless noted otherwise.
Age Relaxation:
- SC candidates: 5 additional years
- OBC candidates: 3 additional years
- PwBD candidates: 10 additional years over and above category relaxation
- For posts with base upper limit of 50 years, PwBD maximum is capped at 56 years (applicable to Regional Director NCONF, Professor Sugar Engineering NSI, Principal A&N, and Consultant Ophthalmologist UT Ladakh)
Grade Point to Percentage Conversion (CME Pune and UT Ladakh posts):
| CGPA | Equivalent Percentage |
|---|---|
| 6.25 | 55% |
| 6.75 | 60% |
| 7.25 | 65% |
| 7.75 | 70% |
| 8.25 | 75% |
Special Condition – UT Ladakh Posts (Posts 60-70): All posts under UT Ladakh are exclusively open to Domiciles of UT Ladakh. A valid Domicile Certificate issued by the Tehsildar under the Ladakh Civil Services Decentralization and Recruitment Rules, 2025 is mandatory. ST candidates receive a 5% relaxation at Bachelor’s and Master’s level for Lecturer and Engineering posts.
Probation Period:
- 2 years for Group B posts
- 1 year for most Group A posts
Pension: For ORGI posts, NPS is applicable from 01.01.2004 and UPS is applicable from 01.04.2025. Candidates eligible for NPS have the option to enrol directly under UPS on joining.
PwBD Reservations: Dedicated PwBD-reserved posts exist across eight different departments in this advertisement.
Largest Vacancy Block: 50 posts for Assistant Director Grade-II (Economic Investigation) under Ministry of MSME, including 2 backlog PwBD vacancies.
Application Tips:
- Ensure photograph and signature files meet the portal’s specified size and dimension requirements
- If a payment transaction fails, wait for system confirmation before retrying
- Use an updated, stable browser on a desktop or laptop
- Save your registration number and password immediately after registering
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Frequently Asked Questions
The following questions are related to UPSC Recruitment 2026 that have been answered to help candidates clear their doubts quickly before applying.
Q1. What is UPSC Recruitment 2026 notification for?
UPSC Recruitment 2026 notification is for the recruitment of
Junior Scientific Officer, Operations Officer, Air Safety Officer, Professor (Sugar Engineering), Assistant Engineer (Civil), Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Junior Technical Officer, Senior Scientific Assistant, Botanist, Scientist B, Assistant Legal Adviser, Assistant Director (IT), Research Officer (Map), Deputy Central Intelligence Officer (Technical), Deputy Director, Assistant Director Grade-II, Chemist, Assistant Mining Geologist, Mineral Officer (Intelligence), & Other posts.
There are total
538
vacancies available as per the notification.
Q2. Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment?
Anyone is eligible who has completed
Bachelor's Degree to Ph.D. depending on the position. Key qualifications include M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech, LLB, MCA, MBBS with PG, and Master's Degree in relevant disciplines.
and fulfills the other requirements stated in the official notification.
Q3. What is the application procedure?
The application process for this recruitment is
Apply Online.
Q4. Where can candidates find official updates?
Candidates are advised to check the official website and the Important Links section above for official updates and notifications.
The official website of
UPSC
is
https://upsc.gov.in
.
Q5. Is reading the official notification required?
Yes, it is necessary to read the official notification to understand the details, terms and conditions, and instructions before applying.
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