The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 06/2026, inviting online recruitment applications for over 500+ gazetted and non-ministerial vacancies across various Central Government Ministries, Departments, and UT Administrations. This massive recruitment drive includes posts in the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (CHS), Ministry of Defence, DGCA, UT Ladakh Administration, Ministry of Ayush, and more.
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UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification: 538 Vacancies Across Ministries | Check Eligibility, Dates & Apply Online
UPSC Recruitment 2026: Overview Summary
Organization
Union Public Service Commission
Advertisement No.
06/2026
Total Vacancies
500+ (Across 98 Items)
Application Start Date
13-06-2026
Last Date to Apply
03-07-2026 (18:00 Hrs)
Application Fee
Rs.25/- (Free for SC/ST/PwBD/Females)
Major Vacancy Breakdown (Ministry Wise)
The notification covers 98 distinct vacancy items. Below is a categorized summary of the major recruiting departments and approximate vacancy counts:
| Ministry / Department | Major Posts Recruited | Approx. Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (CHS) | Specialists Grade-III, Assistant Professors (Anaesthesiology, Surgery, Medicine, Paediatrics, etc.) | 250+ |
| UT of Ladakh Administration | Consultants, Medical Officers, Dental Surgeons, Lecturers, Private Secretaries | 100+ |
| Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises | Assistant Director Grade-II (Economic Investigation) | 50 |
| Ministry of Defence (CME Pune & DGAQA) | Associate/Assistant Professors, Senior Scientific Assistants | 40+ |
| Ministry of Civil Aviation (DGCA) | Operations Officer, Air Safety Officer | 34 |
| Ministry of Ayush | Medical Officer / Research Officer (Ayurveda, Homoeopathy) | 17 |
| Ministry of Home Affairs (CFSL, IB, ORGI) | Scientists 'B', DCIO (Technical), Assistant Director (IT), Research Officer (Map) | 35+ |
| Other Ministries (Agri, Mines, Environment, etc.) | Junior Scientific Officers, Botanists, Chemists, Mining Geologists, Legal Advisers | 40+ |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit (As on 03-07-2026)
Age limits vary significantly depending on the post (ranging from 30 years to 50 years for UR candidates). General relaxations apply:
- OBC: Up to 3 years relaxation.
- SC/ST: Up to 5 years relaxation.
- PwBD: Up to 10 years relaxation (Maximum age ceiling generally 56 years).
- Central Govt. Employees: Up to 5 years (subject to conditions).
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to 5 years relaxation.
2. Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess the specific qualifications mentioned for their respective posts. Broadly, the required degrees include:
- Medical Posts: MBBS with PG Degrees/Diplomas/DNB in relevant specialties (recognized under IMC Act 1956 / NMC Act 2019).
- Scientific/Technical Posts: M.Sc. / B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech in relevant disciplines (Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, Engineering, Computer Science).
- Academic Posts: Master’s Degree with NET/Ph.D. in relevant subjects.
- Legal/Administrative Posts: Degree in Law (LLB/LLM) with relevant bar experience, or Master's Degrees in Economics/Geography/Computer Applications.
Note: Detailed discipline-specific qualifications must be verified in the official notification.
Salary and Pay Matrix
Selected candidates will be paid as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. Depending on the post, the Pay Levels range from:
- Level-06 to Level-08: Group 'B' Gazetted posts (e.g., Asstt. Public Prosecutor, Jr. Scientific Officer).
- Level-10 to Level-11: Group 'A' Gazetted posts (e.g., Scientists, Specialists, Assistant Directors).
- Level-13 to Level-14: Senior Academic/Professor level posts.
Medical Officers under CHS/Ayush will also be eligible for Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) as per government rules.
Selection Process
The selection process generally involves the following stages, depending on the volume of applications and post requirements:
- Shortlisting: Based on desirable qualifications, higher educational degrees, or relevant experience.
- Recruitment Test (RT): If applicable, a Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) will be conducted.
- Personality Test / Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at UPSC, New Delhi, or respective regional centers.
- Document Verification & Medical Examination.
Application Fee Details
| Category | Fee Amount | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS / OBC (Male Candidates) | Rs. 25/- | Visa / Master / Rupay Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Net Banking |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates (All Categories) | NIL (Exempted) |
How to Apply Online
Interested and eligible candidates must apply strictly online. No offline applications will be accepted.
- Visit the official UPSC Online Portal: upsconline.nic.in/ora
- Complete the Universal Registration Number (URN) generation (Part I).
- Fill out the Common Application Form (CAF) and upload Live Photo & Signature (Part II).
- Select the specific Post/Vacancy Specific Module (Part III) for Advertisement No. 06/2026.
- Upload necessary documents (Caste, PwBD, Experience, Education certificates in PDF format).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Take a printout of the finally submitted application for future reference.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Aadhaar Authentication: Candidates are strongly advised to use their Aadhaar Card for seamless ID verification.
- Live Photo Capture: A live photograph will be captured while filling the CAF. Ensure your face is clearly visible.
- Single Reservation Claim: For UT Ladakh posts, candidates eligible for multiple reserved categories must exercise their option for one category only.
- Domicile Rules: Posts under UT Ladakh Administration are strictly reserved for Domiciles of Ladakh holding valid L.R.C. certificates.
- No Correction: No alterations/modifications are allowed after the final submission of the application.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The last date to submit the online application is 03-07-2026 up to 18:00 Hrs.
No. Female candidates of all categories (UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST) are completely exempted from the application fee.
Yes, if you possess the essential qualifications for multiple posts, you can apply for them. However, you must fill out the post-specific module and pay the fee (if applicable) separately for each post.
UPSC does not send physical call letters. The interview schedule and e-summons will be emailed to your registered email ID and published on the UPSC website.
The category-wise minimum suitability marks for the interview are: UR - 50%, OBC - 45%, SC/ST/PwBD - 40% (out of 100 marks).
