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UPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 538 Scientist, Engineer & Other Posts
Vacancy Details
- Junior Scientific Officer (NCONF, Dept. of Agriculture) — Total Posts: 9
- Regional Director (NCONF, Dept. of Agriculture) — Total Posts: 2
- Operations Officer (DGCA, Ministry of Civil Aviation) — Total Posts: 19
- Air Safety Officer (DGCA, Ministry of Civil Aviation) — Total Posts: 15
- Professor (Sugar Engineering) (National Sugar Institute, Kanpur) — Total Posts: 1
- Assistant Engineer (Civil) (NEC Secretariat, Shillong) — Total Posts: 1
- Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Transportation) (CME Pune, Ministry of Defence) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Professor, Electrical Engg (Electrical Machines) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Professor, Electronics Engg (ECE) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Professor, Computer Engg (AI) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Professor, Computer Engg (AI/Cyber Security) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Transportation) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Environmental) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Associate Professor (Physics) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Associate Professor (Mathematics) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Associate Professor (Chemistry) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Associate Professor (Architecture) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Associate Professor, Mech Engg (Thermal Engineering) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Associate Professor, Electrical Engg (Energy System) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Water Resources) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Professor (Architecture) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 3
- Asst. Professor (Mathematics) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 3
- Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Geo Informatics) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 2
- Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Structure) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 3
- Professor, Civil Engg (Structural) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Construction Management) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 2
- Asst. Professor, Civil Engg (Structures) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 4
- Asst. Professor (Physics) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Professor (Geology) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Professor (Chemistry) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Professor, Production Engg (Advance Production System) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Professor, Mech Engg (Machine Design) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Professor, Mech Engg (Thermal Engineering) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 3
- Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Environmental) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Soil Mechanics & Foundation) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Associate Professor, Civil Engg (Construction Management) (CME Pune) — Total Posts: 1
- Junior Scientific Officer (Naval HQ, Ministry of Defence) — Total Posts: 5
- Junior Technical Officer (Naval HQ, Ministry of Defence) — Total Posts: 1
- Sr. Scientific Assistant (Computer Sciences) (DGAQA, Ministry of Defence) — Total Posts: 1
- Sr. Scientific Assistant (Electronics) (DGAQA, Ministry of Defence) — Total Posts: 1
- Sr. Scientific Assistant (Metallurgy) (DGAQA, Ministry of Defence) — Total Posts: 1
- Sr. Scientific Assistant (Mechanical) (DGAQA, Ministry of Defence) — Total Posts: 2
- Botanist (Botanical Survey of India) — Total Posts: 2
- Scientist ‘B’ (Zoological Survey of India, Kolkata) — Total Posts: 4
- Assistant Legal Adviser (Directorate of Enforcement) — Total Posts: 12
- Scientist ‘B’ (Biology) (CFSL, Ministry of Home Affairs) — Total Posts: 1
- Scientist ‘B’ (Chemistry) (CFSL, Ministry of Home Affairs) — Total Posts: 1
- Scientist ‘B’ (Documents) (CFSL, Ministry of Home Affairs) — Total Posts: 3
- Scientist ‘B’ (Physics) (CFSL, Ministry of Home Affairs) — Total Posts: 2
- Assistant Director (IT) (ORGI, Ministry of Home Affairs) — Total Posts: 15
- Research Officer (Map) (ORGI, Ministry of Home Affairs) — Total Posts: 3
- Deputy Central Intelligence Officer (Technical) (Intelligence Bureau, MHA) — Total Posts: 6
- Deputy Director (Staff Training/Productivity) (DGFASLI, Ministry of Labour) — Total Posts: 1
- Asst. Director Grade-II (Economic Investigation) (O/o Dev. Commissioner, MSME) — Total Posts: 50
- Chemist (Indian Bureau of Mines, Nagpur) — Total Posts: 1
- Assistant Mining Geologist (Indian Bureau of Mines, Nagpur) — Total Posts: 5
- Mineral Officer (Intelligence) (Indian Bureau of Mines, Nagpur) — Total Posts: 3
- Assistant Public Prosecutor (CBI, Ministry of Personnel) — Total Posts: 5
- Principal (Senior Secondary School) (Dept. of Education, A&N Administration) — Total Posts: 7
- Lecturer-I (English) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) — Total Posts: 1
- Lecturer-I (Mathematics) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) — Total Posts: 1
- Lecturer-I (Physics) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) — Total Posts: 1
- Lecturer-I (Computer Engineering) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) — Total Posts: 1
- Superintendent ITI/Vice Principal (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) — Total Posts: 1
- Lecturer-I (Civil Engineering) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) — Total Posts: 1
- Lecturer-I (Chemistry) (Technical Education Dept., UT Ladakh) — Total Posts: 1
- Scientific Officer/Programmer (IT Dept., UT Ladakh) — Total Posts: 2
- Assistant Registrar (Cooperative Dept.) (UT Ladakh) — Total Posts: 11
- Private Secretary (General Administration Dept., UT Ladakh) — Total Posts: 12
- Consultant Ophthalmologist (Health & Medical Education, UT Ladakh) — Total Posts: 2
Age and Education Qualification
Age limits and educational qualifications vary by post. For detailed post-wise eligibility, refer to the official notification. General age limits range from 30 to 50 years for UR category. Essential qualifications include M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech, LLB, MBBS, etc., with relevant experience for many posts.
Salary Details
Pay scales are as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Levels range from Level 6F to Level 14. For example, Level 7 posts get approx ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400; Level 10 posts get approx ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500. Probation period is 1-2 years depending on the post.
Application Fees
Application fee details are not explicitly mentioned in the source. Candidates should refer to the official notification for fee information.
How to Apply
- Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
- If you are a new user, click on ‘New User Registration’ and create an account by providing your name, email, mobile number, and other required details. If already registered, log in using your registration number and password.
- After logging in, select Advertisement No. 06/2026 from the list of active advertisements.
- Choose the specific post you wish to apply for and click ‘Apply’.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, experience, and other details as required.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph (recent passport size), signature, and any supporting documents (e.g., certificates, experience letters) as per the specified size and format.
- Review all entered information carefully. Use the ‘Preview’ option to check for any errors or omissions before final submission.
- If applicable, pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (net banking, credit/debit card, etc.).
- After successful payment (if any), click on ‘Submit’ to finalize your application.
- Upon submission, a confirmation page with a registration number will be generated. Save and print this page for future reference.
Required Documents: Scanned photograph (max 50 KB, 200×230 pixels), signature (max 20 KB, 140×60 pixels), educational certificates, experience certificates, category certificate (if applicable), and domicile certificate (for UT Ladakh posts).
Important Dates
Application Start Date:
Application End Date:
Fee Payment Last Date:
Exam Date:
Admit Card:
Result Date:
Important Links
Job Summary
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Details | |
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No | 06/2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Scientific Officer |
| Regional Director (National Centre for Organic and Natural Farming) | |
| Operations Officer | |
| Air Safety Officer | |
| Professor Sugar Engineering | |
| Assistant Engineer Civil | |
| Associate Professor | |
| Assistant Professor | |
| Total Vacancies | Junior Scientific Officer 9 |
| Regional Director 2 | |
| Operations Officer 19 | |
| Air Safety Officer 15 | |
| Professor Sugar Engineering 1 | |
| Assistant Engineer Civil 1 | |
| Various Associate Professor and Assistant Professor Posts Approximately 25 | |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Uttar Pradesh | |
| Meghalaya | |
| Maharashtra | |
| All India | |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ |
| Notification PDF | https://www.upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/AdvtNo-06-2026-Engl-120626.pdf |
| Apply Online Link | https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ |
| Educational Qualification | M.Sc. in Microbiology, Botany or Agriculture |
| M.Sc. with 10 years experience | |
| B.E. or B.Tech with relevant experience | |
| B.E. Aeronautical Engineering | |
| Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with NSI Associate qualification | |
| B.E. Civil with 2 years experience | |
| B.E. with M.E. and PhD in relevant discipline | |
| Age Limit | Junior Scientific Officer Maximum 30 years UR and 35 years SC/ST |
| Regional Director Maximum 50 years UR and 53 years OBC | |
| Operations Officer Maximum 35 years UR/EWS and 40 years ST | |
| Air Safety Officer Maximum 35 years UR, 38 years OBC and 40 years SC | |
| Professor Sugar Engineering Maximum 50 years UR | |
| Assistant Engineer Civil Maximum 30 years UR | |
| Professor Posts 35 to 50 years depending on category | |
| Pay Scale | Level 07 Junior Scientific Officer |
| Level 12 Regional Director | |
| Level 10 Operations Officer, Air Safety Officer and Assistant Professor | |
| Level 13 Professor Sugar Engineering | |
| Academic Level 13A1 Associate Professor | |
| Selection Process | Written Test for Junior Scientific Officer, Regional Director, Operations Officer, Air Safety Officer and Assistant Engineer Civil |
| Interview for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor Posts | |
| Experience Required | Junior Scientific Officer Desirable 2 years |
| Regional Director 10 years with 2 years administrative experience | |
| Operations Officer 1 to 3 years | |
| Professor Sugar Engineering 10 years | |
| Assistant Engineer Civil 2 years | |
| Professors 5 years | |
| Reservation Details | UR, SC, ST, OBC and EWS reservations available as per post |
| PwBD reservation applicable for selected posts | |
| Probation Period | 2 years for Junior Scientific Officer and Assistant Engineer Civil |
| 1 year for Regional Director, Operations Officer, Air Safety Officer and Professor Posts | |
| Service Liability | Candidates may be required to serve anywhere in India for selected posts |
| Application Fee | Generally ₹100 for General and OBC candidates |
| Female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates exempted | |
| Required Documents | Educational Certificates |
| Experience Certificates | |
| Caste Certificate if applicable | |
| PwBD Certificate if applicable | |
| Important Dates | |
| Application Start Date | Not Announced |
| Application Last Date | Not Announced |
| Fee Payment Last Date | Same as Application Last Date |
| Exam Date | Not Announced |
| Admit Card Release Date | Not Announced |
| Result Date | Not Announced |
| Interview Date | Not Announced |
UPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply for 44 IES ISS Posts
Vacancy Details
UPSC has announced 44 vacancies for the Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS) 2026. The IES has 16 posts and the ISS has 28 posts. These are prestigious Group A gazetted posts under the central government.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Important Details | |
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Junior Time Scale of Indian Economic Service (IES) and Indian Statistical Service (ISS) |
| Total Vacancies | IES: 16 |
| ISS: 28 | |
| Pay Scale | Not mentioned |
| Job Location | All India |
| Educational Qualification | IES: Postgraduate degree in Economics, Applied Economics, Business Economics, or Econometrics |
| ISS: Bachelor’s degree with Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, or Applied Statistics in all years | |
| ISS: Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, or Applied Statistics | |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 years as on 01.08.2026 |
| Age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, Ex-servicemen, and PwBD as per rules | |
| Selection Process | Written examination of 1000 marks |
| Interview or Personality Test of 200 marks | |
| Application Fee | ₹200 for non-exempt candidates |
| Nil for Female candidates | |
| Nil for SC candidates | |
| Nil for ST candidates | |
| Nil for PwBD candidates | |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
| https://upsconline.nic.in | |
| Apply Online Link | https://upsconline.nic.in |
| Advertisement Number | Examination Notice No. 07/2026-IES/ISS |
| No. 12/03/2025/E.IB | |
| Reservation Details | Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD as per Government of India rules |
| Specific PwBD categories and reserved seats notified for IES and ISS | |
| Exam Centres | Ahmedabad |
| Bengaluru | |
| Bhopal | |
| Chandigarh | |
| Chennai | |
| Cuttack | |
| Delhi | |
| Dispur | |
| Faridabad | |
| Ghaziabad | |
| Hyderabad | |
| Jaipur | |
| Jammu | |
| Kolkata | |
| Lucknow | |
| Mumbai | |
| Patna | |
| Prayagraj (Allahabad) | |
| Shillong | |
| Shimla | |
| Thiruvananthapuram | |
| Exam Type | Offline written examination with descriptive and objective papers |
| Followed by interview | |
| Negative Marking | Applicable in objective Statistics Papers I and II for ISS |
| Experience Required | Not required |
| Documents Required | Scanned photograph |
| Live photograph capture | |
| Scanned signature | |
| Proof of date of birth | |
| Educational qualification certificates | |
| Category certificates for SC, ST, OBC, or EWS | |
| PwBD certificate | |
| Ex-servicemen certificate | |
| Valid Photo ID such as Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, Passport, Driving Licence, or other Government ID | |
| Who Can Apply | Candidates meeting nationality conditions specified by UPSC |
| Candidates meeting age and educational qualification requirements for IES or ISS | |
| Candidates physically fit as per prescribed standards | |
| PwBD and Scribe Provisions | Eligible disability categories allowed as per rules |
| Scribe facility permitted with required medical certificates | |
| Extra time allowed as per rules | |
| Mandatory online intimation required | |
| Application Correction or Withdrawal | Not allowed after submission |
| Helpline | 011-24041001 |
| upscsoap@nic.in | |
| Important Dates | |
| Application Start Date | 11.02.2026 |
| Application Last Date | 03.03.2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 03.03.2026 |
| Exam Date | 19.06.2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | Last working day of the week preceding the exam |
| Result Date | Not mentioned |
| Helpline Support Last Date | 03.03.2026 |
| Online Question Paper Representation Window | From 3rd day to 7th day after exam date up to 18:00 hours |
| Candidate Instructions | |
| Who Should Apply | IES candidates must hold a postgraduate degree in Economics or related disciplines |
| ISS candidates must hold a qualifying bachelor’s or master’s degree in Statistics disciplines | |
| Documents and Details Before Applying | Valid email ID and mobile number |
| One valid Photo ID and its details | |
| Scanned photograph in JPG format of 20 to 200 KB | |
| Scanned signature in JPG format of 20 to 100 KB | |
| Device and facility for live photo capture | |
| Certificates for age, education, category, PwBD, or Ex-servicemen status | |
| How to Apply | Visit https://upsconline.nic.in |
| Create an account and obtain a Universal Registration Number | |
| Fill and lock the Universal Registration profile | |
| Complete the Common Application Form | |
| Upload photograph, live photo, and signature | |
| Fill the examination specific module and select post and exam centre | |
| Pay examination fee online if applicable | |
| Submit application and keep print or soft copy | |
| Exam Mode and Pattern | Offline pen and paper examination |
| IES includes six descriptive papers in English | |
| ISS includes descriptive and objective Statistics papers | |
| Qualified candidates attend offline interview at UPSC | |
| Eligibility Conditions | Indian nationality or other eligible categories with Government certificate |
| Age 21 to 30 years with applicable relaxations | |
| Recognized degree for IES or ISS | |
| Physical fitness as per standards |
Age Limit & Educational Qualification
Age Limit (as on 1 August 2026): 21 to 30 years. Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), Ex-servicemen (5 years), and PwBD (10 years).
Educational Qualification:
- IES: Post-Graduate Degree in Economics/Applied Economics/Business Economics/Econometrics.
- ISS: Bachelor’s Degree with Statistics/Mathematical Statistics/Applied Statistics OR a Master’s Degree in Statistics/Mathematical Statistics/Applied Statistics.
Salary Details
Selected candidates will be appointed in the Junior Time Scale of the respective service. The pay scale and allowances are as per the 7th Central Pay Commission recommendations for Group A services.
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 200
Female/SC/ST/PwBD: Nil
Fee is non-refundable and must be paid online via net banking, credit/debit card, RuPay, or UPI.

How to Apply for UPSC IES ISS 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website: https://upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete the one-time Universal Registration (URN) process if you are a new candidate.
- Log in and access the Common Application Form (CAF) for the ‘Indian Economic Service/Indian Statistical Service Examination, 2026’.
- Fill in all personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required certificates as per prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Review the application thoroughly before final submission. No corrections are allowed after submission.
- Submit the form and save/print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Dates & Links
- Application Start Date: 11 February 2026
- Application End Date: 03 March 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 03 March 2026
- Exam Date: 19 June 2026
- Admit Card: Available on UPSC website before exam
- Result Date: To be announced after exam
- Apply Online: Apply Here
- Official Notification: PDF
- Official Website: Apply Here
FAQ
UPSC Recruitment 2025: 102 Examiner, Deputy Director Posts
Vacancy Details
The UPSC has announced a recruitment drive for 102 vacancies for the posts of Examiner and Deputy Director. Interested candidates can apply online through the official UPSC portal before the deadline.
Age and Education Qualification
Educational Qualification: As per the official UPSC notification. Age Relaxation: As per the norms prescribed by the Union Public Service Commission.
Salary Details
The selected candidates will receive a salary as per the government norms and pay scales applicable to the respective posts.
Application Fees
There is no application fee for this UPSC recruitment process.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC recruitment notification and ensure you meet the eligibility criteria.
- Keep your email ID, mobile number, and necessary documents (ID proof, educational certificates, photograph) ready.
- Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link for UPSC Examiner and Deputy Director posts.
- Fill out the online application form with all required details.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary certificates and a recent photograph.
- Submit the form and note down the Application Number or Request number for future reference.
Important Dates
Application Start Date: 13-12-2025
Application End Date: 01-Jan-2026
Fee Payment Last Date: Not Applicable
Exam Date: To be notified
Admit Card: Available before the examination date
Result Date: Will be announced after the exam
Important Links
Official Notification (PDF): (link will be added soon)
Job Summary
| Title | Value |
|---|---|
| Org Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications, Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) |
| No of Vacancies | Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications – 100<br>Deputy Director (Examination Reforms) – 2 |
| Pay Scale | As Per Government Norms |
| Educational Qualification | As per UPSC official notification |
| Age Limit | As per Union Public Service Commission norms |
| Application Fee | No Application Fee |
FAQ
This information is published for immediate reference purposes only. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying.
