UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 538 Vacancies, Apply Online
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advertisement No. 06/2026) for the recruitment of 538 vacancies across various Central Government Ministries, Departments, and Organizations. The recruitment drive includes Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ Gazetted posts in fields such as Engineering, Aviation, Agriculture, Defence, Forensic Science, Law, Geology, Education, Information Technology, and Medical Services. Eligible candidates can submit their Online Recruit
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Last date to apply was Jul 3, 2026
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Vacancy count, salary, fee, age limit, selection process, and qualification details are included below.
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- UPSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
- UPSC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
- UPSC Vacancy 2026
- UPSC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
- UPSC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
- UPSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- UPSC Salary 2026
- How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
- Documents Required
- UPSC Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
- Important Links
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement Number | 06/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 538 |
| Job Type | Permanent Central Government Jobs |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Recruitment by Selection |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Pay Scale | Level 6F to Level 14 (7th CPC) |
| Official Website | https://upsconline.nic.in/ora |
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 13 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 13 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03 July 2026 |
| Interview Schedule | To be notified |
| Result Date | To be announced |
UPSC Vacancy 2026
UPSC has announced 538 vacancies for various posts across multiple ministries and departments.
Major Vacancies
| Post Name | Vacancies |
| Assistant Director Grade-II (Economic Investigation) | 50 |
| Operations Officer (DGCA) | 19 |
| Air Safety Officer (DGCA) | 15 |
| Assistant Director (IT) | 15 |
| Assistant Legal Adviser | 12 |
| Private Secretary (UT Ladakh) | 12 |
| Assistant Registrar | 11 |
| Junior Scientific Officer (Agriculture Department) | 9 |
| Principal (Senior Secondary School) | 7 |
| Deputy Central Intelligence Officer (Technical) | 6 |
| Assistant Mining Geologist | 5 |
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | 5 |
| Junior Scientific Officer (Naval HQ) | 5 |
| Scientist ‘B’ | Multiple Vacancies |
| Professor, Associate Professor & Assistant Professor Posts | Multiple Vacancies |
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria vary according to the post applied for.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess qualifications ranging from:
- Bachelor's Degree
- B.E./B.Tech
- M.Sc.
- MCA
- Master's Degree
- LLB / LLM
- MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma
- Ph.D. (for teaching positions)
depending upon the specific post requirements.
Age Limit
The upper age limit varies according to the post.
| Post Category | Maximum Age |
| Junior Scientific Officer | 30 Years |
| Operations Officer | 35 Years |
| Air Safety Officer | 35 Years |
| Assistant Director (IT) | 35 Years |
| Assistant Legal Adviser | 40 Years |
| Principal | 50 Years |
| Professor | 50 Years |
| Regional Director | 50 Years |
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India rules for reserved categories.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹25/- |
| SC/ST | Exempted |
| Female Candidates | Exempted |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted |
The application fee must be paid through online mode only.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The recruitment will be conducted through the UPSC Selection Method.
The selection process may include:
- Shortlisting of Applications
- Recruitment Test (if required)
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
- Final Selection
The exact selection procedure may vary according to the post.
UPSC Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive salaries according to the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).
| Pay Level | Posts |
| Level 6F | Assistant Registrar |
| Level 7 | Junior Scientific Officer, Assistant Engineer, Assistant Mining Geologist, Assistant Public Prosecutor |
| Level 8 | Junior Scientific Officer (Naval HQ), Scientific Officer/Programmer |
| Level 10 | Operations Officer, Air Safety Officer, Scientist B, Assistant Director (IT), DCIO (Technical) |
| Level 11 | Assistant Legal Adviser, Deputy Director, Consultant Ophthalmologist |
| Level 12 | Principal, Regional Director |
| Level 13 | Professor (Sugar Engineering) |
| Level 13A1 | Associate Professor |
| Level 14 | Professor (Civil Engineering) |
Apart from basic pay, candidates will be entitled to DA, HRA, TA, Medical Benefits, Leave Benefits, Pension, and other government allowances.
How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Application Portal.
- Complete registration or login using existing credentials.
- Select Advertisement No. 06/2026.
- Choose the desired post.
- Fill in personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload photograph, signature, and supporting documents.
- Pay the application fee if applicable.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents Required
- Recent Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Experience Certificates (if required)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Government-issued Photo ID Proof
UPSC Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
- Total 538 vacancies announced.
- Opportunities across 30+ Ministries and Departments.
- Posts available from Graduate to Ph.D. qualification levels.
- Attractive salary up to Level-14 Pay Matrix.
- Permanent Central Government positions.
- Online applications accepted through UPSC ORA Portal.
Important Links
| Particulars | Status |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| UPSC ORA Portal | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Applications for this role have closed.
Last date to apply was Jul 3, 2026
Deadline: Jul 3, 2026 · Last date approaching
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