Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Notification 2026 has been released on 8th August 2026 on the official website upsc.gov.in. A total of 34 vacancies have been announced for 7 different posts through the UPSC Recruitment 2026.
Candidates within the post-wise prescribed age limits who meet the respective educational qualification and eligibility requirements are eligible to apply for these various post vacancies. The online application process for UPSC Recruitment 2026 will start on 8th August 2026 and will remain open until 28th August 2026 for posts other than those under the Administration of UT of Ladakh. For posts under the Administration of UT of Ladakh, the last date to apply is 4th September 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi has released Indicative Advertisement No. 10/2026 for direct recruitment by selection to 7 different posts with 34 vacancies. The recruitment includes Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil), Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics), Assistant Director (Engineering), Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch), Research Officer, Horticulture Development Officer, and Soil Conservation Assistant. The notification provides details regarding post-wise vacancies, pay levels, age limits, PwBD reservation, application procedure, and important dates. Candidates are advised to read the detailed advertisement available on the UPSC website carefully for post-wise educational qualifications, application fee, reservation, and other eligibility conditions before applying.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
UPSC Recruitment 2026 is being conducted through direct recruitment by selection, as announced by the Union Public Service Commission, Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi-110069. Candidates can apply online for the following posts.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | Indicative Advertisement No. 10/2026 |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment by Selection |
| Total Vacancies | 34 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ and https://upsc.gov.in |
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 8th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (posts other than UT of Ladakh) | 28th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (posts under Administration of UT of Ladakh) | 4th September 2026 |
Note: The closing date for submission of the online application is also the crucial date for determining the age limit of candidates.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 34 vacancies are available across 7 posts under UPSC Recruitment 2026. Category-wise distribution and pay scale for each post are given below.
| Vacancy No. | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 26081001608 | Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) | 1 |
| 26081002608 | Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) | 9 |
| 26081003608 | Assistant Director (Engineering) | 1 |
| 26081004208 | Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch) | 1 |
| 26081005208 | Research Officer | 11 |
| 26081006208 | Horticulture Development Officer | 4 |
| 26081007208 | Soil Conservation Assistant | 7 |
Of the nine vacancies for Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics), one is reserved for candidates belonging to the category of persons with benchmark disability (PwBD). Similarly, of the eleven vacancies for Research Officer, one is reserved for PwBD candidates.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Qualification
The educational qualification for each post is not specified in the provided notification. Candidates are advised to refer to the detailed advertisement on the Commission's website for post-wise qualification requirements before applying.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) | 38 years for OBC |
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) | 35 years for UR, 38 years for OBC, 40 years for SC/ST |
| Assistant Director (Engineering) | 30 years for UR |
| Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch) | 35 years for UR |
| Research Officer | 35 years for UR/EWS, 38 years for OBC, 40 years for SC |
| Horticulture Development Officer | 40 years for ST |
| Soil Conservation Assistant | 40 years for ST |
The age limit is further relaxable by up to 10 years for PwBD candidates in respect of vacancies identified as suitable and/or reserved for them. The closing date for submission of the online application is the crucial date for determining age.
Candidates should ensure that they meet the prescribed age limit as on the specified cut-off date. You can use our Age Calculator to check your exact age and confirm your eligibility before applying.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected candidates will be placed in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC), based on the pay level applicable to the post applied for.
| Post Name | Pay Matrix Level (7th CPC) |
|---|---|
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) | Level-10 |
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) | Level-10 |
| Assistant Director (Engineering) | Level-07 |
| Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch) | Level-10 |
| Research Officer | Level-10 |
| Horticulture Development Officer | Level-08 |
| Soil Conservation Assistant | Level-08 |
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
As per the notification, these posts are being filled through direct recruitment by selection. Further stage-wise details of the selection process are not specified in the provided notification; candidates should refer to the detailed advertisement and the "Instructions and Additional Information to Candidates for Recruitment by Selection" document available on the Commission's website.
How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official UPSC online application portal at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
- Locate Indicative Advertisement No. 10/2026 and select the post you wish to apply for.
- Read the detailed advertisement and eligibility instructions on upsc.gov.in before proceeding.
- Fill in the online application form with the required details.
- Submit the application before the applicable last date - 28th August 2026, or 4th September 2026 for posts under Administration of UT of Ladakh.
UPSC Apply Online 2026
Applications for UPSC Recruitment 2026 can be submitted only in online mode through the official portal https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/. No other mode of application has been mentioned in the notification.
Important Notes
- In the event of any discrepancy between the indicative advertisement and the detailed advertisement, the version on the Commission's website shall prevail, unless a corrigendum is published.
- Category-wise and sub-category-wise reservation and suitability details for PwBD vacancies are available in the detailed advertisement on the Commission's website.
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