Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Notification 2026 has been released on the official website upsc.gov.in. A total of 5 vacancies have been announced through the UPSC Recruitment 2026 for Assistant Professor, Scientific Officer and More Posts.
Candidates who have qualifications such as Master’s Degree in Physics, B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Metallurgical/Electrical/Civil Engineering, or M.E./M.Tech in relevant disciplines with required experience are eligible to apply for these vacancies. The online application process for UPSC Recruitment 2026 has started and will remain open until 15-05-2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor, Scientific Officer and More Posts |
| No of Posts | 5 |
| Advt No | 03/2026 |
| Salary | Level 08-11 & Academic Level-10 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC |
| Qualification | Master’s Degree in Physics, B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Metallurgical Engineering, B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Mechanical/Metallurgy, Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering + M.E./M.Tech in Civil Engineering (Geo Informatics / Geoinformatics and Surveying Technology) |
| Age Limit | Standard UPSC relaxations apply. Specific limits not provided. |
| Last Date | 15-05-2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Full Time |
UPSC Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the UPSC Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download UPSC Job 2026 Notification PDF
UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Scientist-B (Mechanical) | 1 |
| Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive) | 1 |
| Superintending Archaeological Engineer | 2 |
| Assistant Professor, Civil Engineering (Survey) | 1 |
| Total | 5 |
UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
- Scientist-B (Mechanical): A) Master’s Degree in Physics + 1 year practical experience in testing/calibration of engineering materials/products or precision measurements/metrology OR B) B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Metallurgical Engineering + 2 years practical experience in testing/calibration of engineering materials/products or precision measurements/metrology (in recognized lab/institute). Desirable: R&D experience in testing of engineering materials and metrology/calibration.
- Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive): Master’s Degree in Physics OR B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Mechanical/Metallurgy + 1 year experience in Non-Destructive testing Laboratory OR 1 year experience in X-Ray Diffraction or investigation of failure of Engineering Material by Non-Destructive and metallographic methods.
- Superintending Archaeological Engineer: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering + Eight years’ experience in Planning, Execution and Supervision of Civil Engineering works in Government Sector or Archaeological/Heritage Sites.
- Assistant Professor, Civil Engineering (Survey): B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering + M.E./M.Tech in Civil Engineering (Geo Informatics / Geoinformatics and Surveying Technology) with first class or equivalent either at Bachelor’s or Master’s level.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | Rs. 25/- (male only; females exempted) |
| SC/ST | Nil |
| Women | Nil |
UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
- All Posts: Standard UPSC relaxations apply. Specific age limits are not detailed in the provided data. Age relaxation details: OBC: +3 years; SC/ST: +5 years; PwBD: +10 years (max age not exceed 56 years); PwBD+OBC: +13 years; PwBD+SC/ST: +15 years; Central Govt. employees: +5 years; Ex-Servicemen: +5 years.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Salary
- Scientist-B (Mechanical): Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
- Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive): Level-08 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
- Superintending Archaeological Engineer: Level-11 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
- Assistant Professor, Civil Engineering (Survey): Academic Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 25 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 25 April 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 15 May 2026 |
UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on qualifications, experience, desirable qualifications
- Recruitment Test (if decided by UPSC)
- Interview (Personality Test)
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online on or before 15-05-2026.
- To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
- Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of UPSC to complete the application.
- Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
- Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
