UPSC Recruitment 2026: Union Public Service Commission has released the notification for the post of 450 Assistant Professor Security Medical Officer Engineer Inspector and more. Interested and eligible candidates may apply online here.
UPSC Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Assistant Professor Security Medical Officer Engineer Inspector |
| Total Posts | 450 Vacancy |
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission |
| Qualification | Graduated Degree |
| Salary | Rs. 91,100/- Per Month |
| Application Date | 25th June – 17th July 2026 |
UPSC Recruitment
The complete official notification PDF for UPSC Advertisement No. 07/2026 is available on the UPSC official website.
Name of Recruiting Authority: Union Public Service Commission
Pay Range: Level 6 to 11 (7th CPC)
Total Posts: 450 Vancancy
Recruiting Body: Union Public Service Commission – UPSC
UPSC Recruitment Qualification
Eligibility requirements for UPSC Advt No. 07/2026 vary significantly by post, as these are specialist and technical positions spanning engineering, law, medicine, and administration.
Joint Director (Crops Development Directorate)
- Qualification: Master’s Degree in Agricultural Economics / Agricultural Extension / Agronomy / Entomology / Nematology / Genetics & Plant Breeding / Agriculture Botany / Plant Bio Technology / Plant Pathology / Plant Physiology / Seeds Science & Technology / Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry from a recognised university OR Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering
- Experience: 3 years in production/productivity/planning/development/extension in food or cash crops in a govt. / semi-govt. / PSU / autonomous body / recognised research institute / agricultural university
Medical Officer / Research Officer (Siddha)
- Qualification: Degree in Siddha from a recognised university/statutory state board/faculty of Indian Medicine as recognised under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970; AND Enrolment on the central or state register of Indian Medicine
Aeronautical Officer
- Degree in Aeronautical, Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Metallurgical Engineering from a recognised university
- 2 years in aircraft design and development including aircraft electrical/electronics/mechanical systems or airworthiness engineering
Legal Officer (DGCA)
- Degree in Law from a recognised university
- As specified in the notification (legal practice/experience)
Company Prosecutor
- Degree in Law from a recognised university
Specialist Grade III (Medical posts – Ministry of Health)
- MBBS + postgraduate medical degree (MD/MS/DNB) in the relevant speciality from a recognised institution; Registration with MCI/NMC
- Post-qualification experience in the relevant speciality as prescribed per post
Drug Inspector
- Degree in Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Sciences or Medicine with specialisation in Clinical Pharmacology or Microbiology from a recognised university
- As per the Drugs & Cosmetics Act requirements
Assistant Engineer (Civil) – UT Ladakh
- Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university
UPSC Recruitment Age Limit
Age limits differ by post and category. Candidates wondering about age relaxation can note that PwBD candidates receive an additional 10 years of relaxation over and above the prescribed upper age limit, and the maximum age for PwBD candidates shall not exceed 56 years in any case. Ex-Servicemen and Central Government servants are also entitled to age relaxation as per central government rules.
- Relaxation in age is applicable:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: Up to 10 years or more depending on the category
- Government employees: As per norms
UPSC Recruitment Vacancy
UPSC Advertisement No. 07/2026 covers recruitment to 54 distinct posts under a wide range of central government ministries. The single largest vacancy group is Drug Inspector with 186 posts under CDSCO, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. A significant number of medical specialist positions are also advertised under the Ministry of Health. The complete post-wise vacancy list is given below.
| Post Name | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Joint Director (Crops Development Directorate) | 6 |
| Medical Officer / Research Officer (Siddha) | 1 |
| Aeronautical Officer | 11 |
| Legal Officer | 12 |
| Company Prosecutor | 18 |
| Deputy Superintending Archaeologist | 2 |
| Senior Photographic Officer | 4 |
| Photographic Officer | 2 |
| Civilian Assistant Security Officer | 7 |
| Store Officer (Civilian) | 4 |
| Specialist Grade III (Orthopaedics) | 4 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Cardiology) | 9 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery) | 4 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Neurology) | 21 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Orthopaedics) – Sports Injury Centre | 2 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Paediatric Nephrology) | 1 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Paediatric Oncology) | 1 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation) | 6 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Social & Preventive / Community Medicine) | 11 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Urology) | 6 |
| Assistant Director of Census Operations (Technical) | 9 |
| Assistant Director (Disaster Management) | 4 |
| Library and Information Officer | 1 |
| Sub-Regional Employment Officer | 11 |
| Assistant Administrative Officer | 1 |
| Assistant Chemist | 4 |
| Ship Surveyor-cum-Deputy Director General (Technical) | 1 |
| Engineer & Ship Surveyor-cum-Deputy Director General (Technical) | 9 |
| Assistant Director General of Shipping | 1 |
| Rajbhasha Adhikari | 7 |
| Medical Officer (Ayurveda) | 2 |
| Consultant Biochemistry | 1 |
| Consultant Dentistry / Dental Surgeon / Public Health Dentistry | 2 |
| Consultant Emergency Medicine | 1 |
| Consultant Forensic Specialist | 1 |
| Consultant ENT | 2 |
| Consultant Paediatrician | 3 |
| Consultant Physician | 6 |
| Consultant Psychiatrist | 2 |
| Consultant Radiologist | 3 |
| Consultant Surgeon | 5 |
| Consultant TB | 1 |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 11 |
| Scientific Officer (Document & Finger Printing) | 1 |
| Scientific Officer (DNA, Biology & Serology) | 1 |
| Scientific Officer (Narcotics, Chemistry & Toxicology) | 1 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Forensic Medicine) | 3 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery) | 5 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Orthopaedics) | 8 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Paediatrics) | 14 |
| Specialist Grade III Asst. Professor (Paediatric Surgery) | 9 |
| Drug Inspector | 186 |
| Lecturer / Assistant Professor in Special Education (MR/ID) | 1 |
| Superintendent Jails | 1 |
Note: Complete details including reservation breakdown are available in the official advertisement.
UPSC Recruitment Salary
Selected candidates will receive pay as per the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix. The pay level ranges from Level-7 for posts such as Company Prosecutor and Photographic Officer to Level-11 (with NPA) for medical Specialist Grade III posts. In addition to basic pay, candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance, HRA, and other admissible allowances as per Central Government rules.
| Post | Pay Level 7th CPC |
|---|---|
| Joint Director (Crops Development Directorate) | Level-11 |
| Specialist Grade III (all medical speciality posts, Ministry of Health) | Level-11 + NPA |
| Medical Officer / Research Officer (Siddha) | Level-10 + NPA |
| Aeronautical Officer | Level-10 |
| Legal Officer (DGCA) | Level-10 |
| Deputy Superintending Archaeologist | Level-10 |
| Senior Photographic Officer | Level-10 |
| Company Prosecutor | Level-7 |
| Photographic Officer | Level-7 |
| Civilian Assistant Security Officer | Level-7 |
| Store Officer (Civilian) | Level-7 |
UPSC Recruitment Selection
The selection process for UPSC Advertisement No. 07/2026 varies by post. For most posts, it consists of shortlisting based on the online application, followed by a Recruitment Test or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) if warranted, and then a Personality Test (Interview). Candidates will be shortlisted for interview based on the information provided in their online application and their performance in the RT, if held.
- Online Application Submission: Submit application at upsconline.nic.in by 17 July 2026.
- Shortlisting: UPSC shortlists candidates on the basis of information provided in the online application. Incorrect information may lead to rejection through computer-based shortlisting.
- Recruitment Test (RT) / Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) – if applicable: For posts where the number of applications is large, UPSC may conduct an RT or CRT before the interview. The test is ordinarily conducted at the following centres: Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Ranchi, and Visakhapatnam.
- Personality Test / Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for interview. Candidates must bring the printout of their online application and all original/self-attested copies of supporting documents.
- Final Selection and Appointment: Appointment orders are issued by the respective Ministry/Department. UPSC may grant higher initial pay to candidates adjudged meritorious at the interview stage.
UPSC Recruitment Application Fee
To complete the application process, candidates have to pay the application fee applicable to their categories. UPSC’s category-wise application fee details are mentioned in given table below.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Women/SC/ST | Exempted |
| PwBD | Exempted |
| Others | Rs.25/- |
Mode of Payment: Candidates will be able to pay their application fee through an online payment gateway or by cash in any SBI Branch.
Important Dates of UPSC Recruitment
The UPSC Recruitment 2026 Advt. No. 07 notification was released on 25 June 2026. The online application window opened the same day and closes on 17 July 2026 at 1800 hours. The date for determining eligibility for all candidates in every respect is the closing date for submission of the online application.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 25 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 July 2026, 6:00 PM (1800 Hrs) |
| Eligibility Determination Date | 17 July 2026 (closing date) |
| Interview / RT Date | To be intimated separately by UPSC |
How To Apply For UPSC Recruitment
Follow the below-given steps to apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026 Advertisement No. 07/2026:
- Visit the official website at upsc.gov.in
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process if not already registered.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload a recent photograph, signature, and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Apply and save a copy for future reference.
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FAQs of UPSC Recruitment
What is the starting date to apply online for UPSC Recruitment?
The starting date to apply online for UPSC Recruitment is 25th June 2026
What is the last date to apply online for UPSC Recruitment?
The last date to apply online for UPSC Recruitment is 17th July 2026
How many posts are vacant under UPSC Recruitment?
The number of vacant posts under UPSC Recruitment is 450 Vacancy.
