UPSC Recruitment 2026
The UPSC Recruitment 2026 opens doors for B.Tech/B.E, B.Pharma, LLB, M.Sc qualified individuals to secure government jobs. This year, UPSC will fill 450 vacancies for Drug Inspector, Assistant Engineer and More 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 Drug Inspector, Assistant Engineer and More. There is a total of 450 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 | Drug Inspector, Assistant Engineer & Other |
| Total Posts | 450 |
| Job Category | UPSC |
| Last Date | 17/07/2026 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Qualification | Varies by post – includes Master’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree, MBBS, Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in relevant speciality, Engineering Degree, Law Degree, etc. |
| 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 450 Drug Inspector, Assistant Engineer and More at present for which job seekers can apply. Check other details before applying.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
| Drug Inspector, Assistant Engineer and More | 450 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Closing Date for Online Application | 17/07/2026 |
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 |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS Male Candidates | Rs. 25/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates | Nil (Exempted) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joint Director (Crops Development Directorate) | 6 | Master’s Degree in Agricultural Economics/Agricultural Extension/Agronomy/Entomology/Nematology/Genetics And Plant Breeding/Agriculture Botany/Plant Bio Technology/Plant Pathology/Plant Physiology/Seeds Science and Technology/Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry OR Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering; 3 years experience in food/cash crops | 40 years (UR), 45 years (ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Medical Officer/Research Officer (Siddha) | 1 | Degree in Siddha from recognized university; Enrolment on central/state register of Indian medicine | 35 years (UR), +10 years PwBD | Level-10 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Aeronautical Officer | 11 | Degree in Aeronautical/Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical/Metallurgical Engineering; 2 years experience in aircraft design and development | 35 years (UR/EWS), 40 years (SC), +10 years PwBD | Level-10 (7th CPC) |
| Legal Officer | 12 | Degree in Law; 3 years experience in legal practice | 35 years (UR/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-10 (7th CPC) |
| Company Prosecutor | 18 | Bachelor degree in law or integrated degree in law | 30 years (UR/EWS), 33 years (OBC), 35 years (SC/ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-07 (7th CPC) |
| Deputy Superintending Archaeologist | 2 | Master Degree in Archaeology/Indian History/Anthropological/Geology + Doctorate OR Master Degree + PG Diploma in Archaeology + 3 years field experience | 35 years (UR), 40 years (ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-10 (7th CPC) |
| Senior Photographic Officer | 4 | Degree from recognized university; 3 years experience in Photography including Press Photography | 35 years (UR/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC), +10 years PwBD | Level-10 (7th CPC) |
| Photographic Officer | 2 | Degree from recognized university; 2 years experience in Photography including Press Photography | 30 years (UR), 33 years (OBC), +10 years PwBD | Level-07 (7th CPC) |
| Civilian Assistant Security Officer | 7 | Bachelor Degree; 3 years professional experience in Security and Fire Fighting | 30 years (UR/EWS), 33 years (OBC), 35 years (SC), +10 years PwBD | Level-07 (7th CPC) |
| Store Officer (Civilian) | 4 | Degree in Science; 3 years experience in Managing Stores | 30 years (UR/EWS), 35 years (SC), +10 years PwBD | Level-07 (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III (Orthopaedics) | 4 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Orthopaedics; 3 years experience after PG degree or 5 years after PG diploma | 40 years (UR), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Cardiology) | 9 | MBBS + Doctorate of Medicine (Cardiology) or DNB (Cardiology); 3 years teaching experience | 40 years (UR), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC/ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Cardio vascular & thoracic surgery) | 4 | MBBS + M.Ch. (Cardio Vascular and Thoracic Surgery/Thoracic Surgery/Cardiac Surgery/Vascular Surgery) or DNB equivalent; 3 years teaching experience | 40 years (UR/EWS), 45 years (ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Neurology) | 21 | MBBS + Doctorate of Medicine (Neurology) or DNB (Neurology); 3 years teaching experience | 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC/ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Orthopaedics) – Sports Injury Centre | 2 | MBBS + MS (Orthopaedics) or DNB (Orthopaedics); 3 years teaching experience | 40 years (UR/EWS), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Paediatric Nephrology) | 1 | MBBS + Doctor of Medicine (Paediatrics) with DM (Nephrology) or 3 years post DM teaching with 2 years special training in Paediatric Nephrology; 3 years teaching experience | 43 years (OBC), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Paediatric Oncology) | 1 | MBBS + Doctorate of Medicine (Paediatric Oncology); 3 years teaching experience | 40 years (UR), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) | 6 | MBBS + DM (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) or DNB or equivalent; 3 years teaching experience | 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 years (OBC), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Social & Preventive Medicine or Community Medicine) | 11 | MBBS + DM (Social and Preventive Medicine/Community Medicine/Community Health Administration/Health Administration) or DNB equivalent; 3 years teaching experience | 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Urology) | 6 | MBBS + M.Ch. (Urology) or DNB (Urology); 3 years teaching experience | 40 years (UR), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC/ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Assistant Director of Census Operations (Technical) | 9 | Master’s Degree in Statistics/Operational Research/Population Sciences/Demography/Mathematical Statistics/Applied Statistics | 35 years (UR/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC), +10 years PwBD | Level-10 (7th CPC) |
| Assistant Director (Disaster Management) | 4 | Master’s Degree in Economics/Commerce/Mathematical Statistics/Operations Research; 5 years experience in statistical data compilation | 35 years (UR), 38 years (OBC), +10 years PwBD | Level-10 (7th CPC) |
| Library and Information Officer | 1 | Master’s degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science; 5 years professional experience in Library | 40 years (UR), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Sub-Regional Employment Officer | 11 | Master’s Degree in Social Welfare/Social Work/Sociology/Labour Welfare/Economics/Statistics/Psychology/Commerce/Education; 3 years experience | 30 years (UR/EWS), 33 years (OBC), 35 years (SC), +10 years PwBD | Level-07 (7th CPC) |
| Assistant Administrative Officer | 1 | Bachelor’s degree; 2 years experience in Accounts/Administration/Establishment/Budget/disciplinary cases/purchase of stores | 30 years (UR), +10 years PwBD | Level-07 (7th CPC) |
| Assistant Chemist | 4 | Masters’ Degree in Chemistry; 2 years experience in chemical analysis of ores and minerals | 30 years (UR/EWS), 33 years (OBC), +10 years PwBD | Level-07 (7th CPC) |
| Ship Surveyor-cum-Deputy Director General (Technical) | 1 | Bachelor’s Degree in Naval Architecture; 8 years experience in ship design/construction/repair/surveying | 55 years (SC) | Level-12 (7th CPC) |
| Engineer & Ship Surveyor-cum Deputy Director General (Technical) | 9 | Certificate of competency of marine engineer officer First Class; 5 years sea service (1 year as Chief/Second Engineer) | 50 years (UR), 53 years (OBC) | Level-12 (7th CPC) |
| Assistant Director General of Shipping | 1 | Degree from recognized University; 5 years experience in Administration and establishment | 43 years (OBC), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | 7 | Master’s degree in Hindi/English with specified combinations; 3 years experience in Hindi terminology/translation or teaching | 35 years (UR), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC), +10 years PwBD | Level-10 (7th CPC) |
| Medical Officer (Ayurveda) | 2 | Degree in Ayurveda; Enrolment in State/Central Register of Ayurveda | 35 years (UR), +10 years PwBD | Level-10 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Consultant Biochemistry | 1 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Biochemistry; 3 years experience after PG degree or 5 years after PG diploma | 50 years (ST), +10 years PwBD (max 56 years) | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Consultant Dentistry/Consultant Dental Surgeon/Consultant Public Health Dentistry | 2 | BDS + PG | 50 years (ST), +10 years PwBD (max 56 years) | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Consultant Emergency Medicine | 1 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Emergency Medicine; 3 years experience after PG degree or 5 years after PG diploma | 50 years (ST), +10 years PwBD (max 56 years) | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Consultant Forensic Specialist | 1 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Forensic Medicine; 3 years experience after PG degree or 5 years after PG diploma | 50 years (ST) | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Consultant ENT | 2 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in ENT; 3 years experience after PG degree or 5 years after PG diploma | 50 years (ST), +10 years PwBD (max 56 years) | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Consultant Pediatrician | 3 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Paediatrics; 3 years experience after PG degree or 5 years after PG diploma | 50 years (ST), +10 years PwBD (max 56 years) | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Consultant Physician | 6 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Medicine; 3 years experience after PG degree or 5 years after PG diploma | 50 years (ST), +10 years PwBD (max 56 years) | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Consultant Psychiatrist | 2 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Psychiatry; 3 years experience after PG degree or 5 years after PG diploma | 50 years (ST), +10 years PwBD (max 56 years) | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Consultant Radiologist | 3 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Radiology; 3 years experience after PG degree or 5 years after PG diploma | 50 years (ST), +10 years PwBD (max 56 years) | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Consultant Surgeon | 5 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in Surgery; 3 years experience after PG degree or 5 years after PG diploma | 50 years (ST), +10 years PwBD (max 56 years) | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Consultant TB | 1 | MBBS + PG degree/diploma in TB; 3 years experience after PG degree or 5 years after PG diploma | 50 years (ST), +10 years PwBD (max 56 years) | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 11 | BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering | 40 years (EWS), 45 years (ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-8A (7th CPC) |
| Scientific Officer (Document and Finger Printing) | 1 | Master Degree in Physics/Chemistry/Computer Science/Forensic Science | 40 years (ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-08 (7th CPC) |
| Scientific Officer (DNA, Biology and Serology) | 1 | Master Degree in Zoology/Botany/Micro-Biology/Bio-technology/Genetics/Forensic Science/Molecular Biology | 40 years (ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-08 (7th CPC) |
| Scientific Officer (Narcotics, Chemistry and Toxicology) | 1 | Master Degree in Chemistry/Bio-Chemistry/Pharmacology/Pharmacy/Toxicology/Forensic Science | 40 years (ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-08 (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Forensic medicine) | 3 | MBBS + PG degree in Forensic Medicine (DM or DNB); 3 years teaching experience | 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 years (OBC) | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Plastic & reconstructive surgery) | 5 | MBBS + M.Ch. (Plastic Surgery/Plastic and Constructive Surgery) or DNB equivalent; 3 years teaching experience | 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 years (OBC), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Orthopaedics) | 8 | MBBS + MS (Orthopaedics) or DNB (Orthopaedics); 3 years teaching experience | 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Paediatrics) | 14 | MBBS + DM (Paediatrics) or DNB (Paediatrics); 3 years teaching experience | 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Paediatric Surgery) | 9 | MBBS + M.Ch. (Paediatric Surgery) or DNB (Paediatric Surgery); 3 years teaching experience | 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC), +10 years PwBD | Level-11 + NPA (7th CPC) |
| Drug Inspector | 186 | Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Medicine with specialization in Clinical Pharmacology or Microbiology | 30 years (UR/EWS), 33 years (OBC), 35 years (SC/ST), +10 years PwBD | Level-08 (7th CPC) |
| Lecturer/Assistant Professor in Special Education (MR/ID) | 1 | Master’s Degree in any discipline (50%+) + M.Ed. in Mental Retardation/Intellectual Disability (55%+); Valid RCI registration | 45 years (UR), +10 years PwBD | Academic Level-10 (7th CPC) |
| Superintendent Jails | 1 | Master Degree in Psychology/Criminology/Sociology or MSW; Physical fitness standards required | 40 years (ST) | Level-08 (7th CPC) |
How to apply?
To apply for (UPSC) Drug Inspector, Assistant Engineer and More, All interested candidates may apply online.
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Important Links
| Details | Links |
|---|---|
| UPSC Online Application Portal | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | 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 27-06-2026.
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 17-07-26 (21 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 450 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. B.Tech/B.E, B.Pharma, LLB, M.Sc.
