UPSC Recruitment 2026
The UPSC Recruitment 2026 opens doors for Bachelor’s Degree to Ph.D., M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech, LLB, MCA, MBBS, Master’s Degree qualified individuals to secure government jobs. This year, UPSC will fill 538 vacancies 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, & Other positions through the UPSC Recruitment 2026. The Union Public Service Commission conducts the UPSC Recruitment 2026 to recruit talented individuals for various government positions. This guide provides detailed insights into the UPSC Recruitment 2026 exam, including important dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, and exam pattern.
UPSC has published an advertisement for the UPSC Recruitment 2026 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, & Other. There is a total of 538 posts available for which job seekers can apply till the last date. Check other details before applying.
Any candidates who are interested in filling this form must check eligibility, age limit and apply online. Read the Full Notification Before Apply.
Job Highlights
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission |
| Posts 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 Posts | 538 |
| Job Category | UPSC |
| Last Date | 03/07/2026 |
| Job Location | Pan India (Central Government Posts across multiple states and UTs including Ladakh, Andaman & Nicobar, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Nagpur, Shillong, Kanpur, etc.) |
| 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. |
| Application Procedure | Apply Online |
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
UPSC Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates should read the Full Notification carefully before applying online.
UPSC Recruitment 2026
Post Details
Union Public Service Commission has published an advertisement for the Recruitment. There are a total 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, & Other at present for which job seekers can apply. Check other details before applying.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
| 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, & Other | 538 |
Important Dates
Mark these important dates in your calendar as the highly anticipated dates for the UPSC Recruitment 2026 have been officially announced by the authorities. Refer to the table below for a comprehensive overview of the upcoming events.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Starting Date for Apply Online | 13/06/2026 |
| Closing Date for Apply Online | 03/07/2026 |
Application Fees
The Union Public Service Commission conducts the UPSC Recruitment 2026 to recruit talented individuals for various government positions. Please the application fee details of UPSC Recruitment 2026 and find out if you qualify for an exemption.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| For all other candidates | ₹25/- |
| Female/SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability Candidates | No Fee |
Eligibility Criteria and Vacancy Details
Ensure you meet all the eligibility requirements, including nationality, age limit, and educational qualification for UPSC Recruitment 2026.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Age Limit | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Scientific Officer (NCONF, Dept. of Agriculture) | 9 | M.Sc. in Microbiology / Botany (Plant Pathology, Microbiology, or Mycology) / Agriculture (Soil Science, Agronomy, Horticulture, etc.) | 30 years (UR) | Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Regional Director (NCONF, Dept. of Agriculture) | 2 | M.Sc. in Microbiology / Botany / Agriculture (same specialisations) | 50 years (UR) | Level 11 & 12 (7th CPC) |
| Operations Officer (DGCA, Ministry of Civil Aviation) | 19 | B.E./B.Tech in Civil/Mechanical/CS/IT/Aeronautical/Electrical/Electronics or M.Sc. in Electronics/Physics or B.Sc. with Physics/Electronics | 35 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Air Safety Officer (DGCA, Ministry of Civil Aviation) | 15 | Degree in Aeronautical Engineering | 35 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Professor (Sugar Engineering) (National Sugar Institute, Kanpur) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering + NSI Associateship in Sugar Engineering or PG Diploma in ME/EE from Vasantdada Sugar Institute | 50 years (UR) | Level 13 (7th CPC) |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) (NEC Secretariat, Shillong) | 1 | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering | 30 years (UR) | Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Transportation) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 45-50 years (UR) | Level 13A1 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor, Electrical Engg (Electrical Machines) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent) | 35-38 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor, Electronics Engg (ECE) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent) | 35-38 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor, Computer Engg (AI) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent) | 35-38 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor, Computer Engg (AI/Cyber Security) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent) | 35-38 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Transportation) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent) | 35-38 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Environmental) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent) | 35-38 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Associate Professor (Physics) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 45-50 years (UR) | Level 13A1 (7th CPC) |
| Associate Professor (Mathematics) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 45-50 years (UR) | Level 13A1 (7th CPC) |
| Associate Professor (Chemistry) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 45-50 years (UR) | Level 13A1 (7th CPC) |
| Associate Professor (Architecture) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 45-50 years (UR) | Level 13A1 (7th CPC) |
| Associate Professor, Mech Engg (Thermal Engineering) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 45-50 years (UR) | Level 13A1 (7th CPC) |
| Associate Professor, Electrical Engg (Energy System) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 45-50 years (UR) | Level 13A1 (7th CPC) |
| Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Water Resources) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 45-50 years (UR) | Level 13A1 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor (Architecture) (CME Pune) | 3 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent) | 35-38 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor (Mathematics) (CME Pune) | 3 | Good academic record with at least 55% at Master’s level + NET/CSIR-NET or equivalent | 35 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Geo Informatics) (CME Pune) | 2 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent) | 35-38 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Structure) (CME Pune) | 3 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 45-50 years (UR) | Level 13A1 (7th CPC) |
| Professor, Civil Engg (Structural) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech Civil (Structural specialisation, first class) + Ph.D. in Civil Engineering | 50 years (UR) | Level 14 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Construction Management) (CME Pune) | 2 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent) | 35-38 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Structures) (CME Pune) | 4 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent) | 35-38 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor (Physics) (CME Pune) | 1 | Good academic record with at least 55% at Master’s level + NET/CSIR-NET or equivalent | 35 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor (Geology) (CME Pune) | 1 | Good academic record with at least 55% at Master’s level + NET/CSIR-NET or equivalent | 35 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor (Chemistry) (CME Pune) | 1 | Good academic record with at least 55% at Master’s level + NET/CSIR-NET or equivalent | 35 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor, Production Engg (Advance Production System) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent) | 35-38 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor, Mech Engg (Machine Design) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent) | 35-38 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Professor, Mech Engg (Thermal Engineering) (CME Pune) | 3 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class or equivalent) | 35-38 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Environmental) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 45-50 years (UR) | Level 13A1 (7th CPC) |
| Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Soil Mechanics & Foundation) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 45-50 years (UR) | Level 13A1 (7th CPC) |
| Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Construction Management) (CME Pune) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant specialisation (first class) + Ph.D. in relevant discipline | 45-50 years (UR) | Level 13A1 (7th CPC) |
| Junior Scientific Officer (Naval HQ, Ministry of Defence) | 5 | M.Sc. in Physics/Chemistry/Electronics/Polymer Chemistry or B.E./B.Tech in Electronics/Telecom/CS/IT/Metallurgy/Mechanical/Aeronautical/Chemical | 30 years (UR) | Level 8 (7th CPC) |
| Junior Technical Officer (Naval HQ, Ministry of Defence) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics & Comm/Marine/Naval Architecture/Industrial Engineering | 35 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Sr. Scientific Assistant (Computer Sciences) (DGAQA) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Engineering or M.Sc. in CS or AMIE + 1 year experience | 30 years (UR) | Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Sr. Scientific Assistant (Electronics) (DGAQA) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics or M.Sc. in Electronics/Physics with Electronics or IETE Degree or AMIE | 30 years (UR; ST: 35) | Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Sr. Scientific Assistant (Metallurgy) (DGAQA) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgical Engineering or AMIIM or AMIE | 30 years (UR) | Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Sr. Scientific Assistant (Mechanical) (DGAQA) | 2 | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or AMIE | 30 years (UR; SC: 35) | Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Botanist (Botanical Survey of India) | 2 | M.Sc. in Botany/Horticulture/Life Science/Agriculture | 30 years (UR) | Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Scientist B (Zoological Survey of India, Kolkata) | 4 | M.Sc. in Zoology | 35 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Assistant Legal Adviser (Directorate of Enforcement) | 12 | LLB + 3 years as advocate in criminal/fiscal law or LLM + 1 year as such advocate | 40 years (UR) | Level 11 (7th CPC) |
| Scientist B (Biology) (CFSL, Ministry of Home Affairs) | 1 | 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 | 35 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Scientist B (Chemistry) (CFSL, Ministry of Home Affairs) | 1 | M.Sc. in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Forensic Science (with Chemistry at B.Sc.) | 35 years (OBC: 38) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Scientist B (Documents) (CFSL, Ministry of Home Affairs) | 3 | M.Sc. in Chemistry/Physics/Forensic Science (with Chemistry or Physics at B.Sc.) | 35 years (SC/ST: 40) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Scientist B (Physics) (CFSL, Ministry of Home Affairs) | 2 | M.Sc. in Physics/Applied Physics/Biophysics/Forensic Science (with Physics at B.Sc.) or B.E./B.Tech relevant engineering | 35 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Assistant Director (IT) (ORGI, Ministry of Home Affairs) | 15 | MCA/M.Sc. in CS/IT/Software Engineering or B.E./B.Tech in Computer/IT/Electronics/ECE | 35 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Research Officer (Map) (ORGI, Ministry of Home Affairs) | 3 | M.Sc. in Geography/Applied Geography/Geoinformatics/Remote Sensing & GIS | 35 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Deputy Central Intelligence Officer (Technical) (Intelligence Bureau, MHA) | 6 | 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 | 35 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Deputy Director (Staff Training/Productivity) (DGFASLI, Ministry of Labour) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Marine/Production/Industrial/Instrumentation/Civil/Architecture or AMIE (enrolled up to 31.05.2013 only) | 40 years (UR) | Level 11 (7th CPC) |
| Asst. Director Grade-II (Economic Investigation) (O/o Dev. Commissioner, MSME) | 50 | Master’s Degree in Economics | 30 years (UR) | Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Chemist (Indian Bureau of Mines, Nagpur) | 1 | M.Sc. in Chemistry | 35 years (UR) | Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Assistant Mining Geologist (Indian Bureau of Mines, Nagpur) | 5 | M.Sc. in Geology/Applied Geology | 30 years (UR) | Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Mineral Officer (Intelligence) (Indian Bureau of Mines, Nagpur) | 3 | M.Sc. in Geology/Applied Geology/Economics or B.E. in Mining Engineering | 30 years (UR) | Level 7 (7th CPC) |
| Assistant Public Prosecutor (CBI, Ministry of Personnel) | 5 | LLB from a recognised university | 30 years (UR) | Level 10 (7th CPC) |
| Principal (Senior Secondary School) (Dept. of Education, A&N Administration) | 7 | Master’s Degree + B.Ed. from recognised institution | 50 years (UR) | Level 12 (7th CPC) |
| Lecturer-I (English) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) | 1 | Master’s Degree in English (first class or equivalent at Bachelor’s or Master’s level) | 40 years (ST only) | Level 8A (7th CPC) |
| Lecturer-I (Mathematics) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) | 1 | Master’s Degree in Mathematics (first class or equivalent at Bachelor’s or Master’s level) | 40 years (ST only) | Level 8A (7th CPC) |
| Lecturer-I (Physics) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) | 1 | Master’s Degree in Physics (first class or equivalent at Bachelor’s or Master’s level) | 40 years (ST only) | Level 8A (7th CPC) |
| Lecturer-I (Computer Engineering) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering or IT (first class or equivalent) | 40 years (ST only) | Level 8A (7th CPC) |
| Superintendent ITI/Vice Principal (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in any discipline | 40 years (ST only) | Level 8 (7th CPC) |
| Lecturer-I (Civil Engineering) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering (first class or equivalent) | 40 years (ST only) | Level 8A (7th CPC) |
| Lecturer-I (Chemistry) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) | 1 | Master’s Degree in Chemistry (first class or equivalent at Bachelor’s or Master’s level) | 40 years (ST only) | Level 8A (7th CPC) |
| Scientific Officer/Programmer (IT Dept., UT Ladakh) | 2 | MCA/M.Sc. CS/IT or B.E./B.Tech CS/IT/Electronics | 40 years (ST only) | Level 8 (7th CPC) |
| Assistant Registrar (Cooperative Dept., UT Ladakh) | 11 | Bachelor’s Degree | 35 years (EWS); 40 years (ST) | Level 6F (7th CPC) |
| Private Secretary (General Administration Dept., UT Ladakh) | 12 | Bachelor’s Degree + Dictation at 100 wpm for 10 minutes (English) + Transcription 40 minutes on computer | 35 years (EWS); 40 years (ST) | Level 8 (7th CPC) |
| Consultant Ophthalmologist (Health & Medical Education, UT Ladakh) | 2 | MBBS (recognised under NMC Act 2019) + PG Degree or Diploma in Ophthalmology | 50 years (ST only) | Level 11 (7th CPC) |
How to apply?
To apply for (UPSC) 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, & Other, All interested candidates may apply online.
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Important Links
| Details | Links |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (UPSC Advertisement 06/2026) | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs.
Q. When was the official notification for UPSC Recruitment 2026 released?
Ans. The Union Public Service Commission has published the official notification of UPSC Recruitment 2026 exam on 13-06-2026.
Q. What is the last date to apply online for the UPSC Recruitment 2026 exam?
Ans. The last date to apply online for UPSC Recruitment 2026 is 03-07-26 (7 days left).
Q. What is the full Form of UPSC?
Ans. The Full Form of UPSC is Union Public Service Commission.
Q. How many vacancies have been released for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
Ans. Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released a total of 538 vacancies for the post of UPSC Recruitment 2026.
Q. What are the educational qualifications required for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The Eligibility Criteria for UPSC Recruitment 2026 are as follows. Bachelor’s Degree to Ph.D., M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech, LLB, MCA, MBBS, Master’s Degree.
