The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced a new recruitment drive (Advertisement No. 06/2026) to fill 538 vacancies across more than 30 Central Government ministries and departments. The available jobs include positions for Specialist Doctors, Assistant Professors, Scientists, Engineers, and Legal Advisers.
The application process is entirely online, and eligible candidates can submit their forms on the official UPSC website until July 3, 2026. Selected candidates will receive a salary based on Level-07 to Level-14 of the 7th Pay Commission, along with government allowances.
UPSC Recruitment 2026
| Notification Released | June 12, 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | June 13, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | July 3, 2026 (upto 6:00 PM) |
| Official Application Portal | upsconline.nic.in |
UPSC Vacancies
| Post | Department / Ministry | Total Vacancies |
| Specialist Grade III (Anaesthesiology) | Central Health Services | 75 |
| Asst. Director Grade-II (Economic Investigation) | MSME | 50 |
| Specialist Grade III (General Surgery) | Central Health Services | 33 |
| Specialist Grade III (General Medicine) | Central Health Services | 23 |
| Operations Officer | DGCA, Civil Aviation | 19 |
| Air Safety Officer | DGCA, Civil Aviation | 15 |
| Assistant Legal Adviser | Ministry of Law | 12 |
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must be an Indian citizen. The general age limit is between 35 to 59 years, depending on the specific job you choose. Reserved categories get standard age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates.
Education & Experience
Most of these positions require 2 to 10 years of relevant work experience. Here is the basic educational requirement for major categories:
| Job Category | Required Qualification |
| Doctors / Medical Officers | MBBS + PG Degree/Diploma with MCI/NMC registration. |
| Professors / Teachers | Postgraduation or PhD in the relevant subject. |
| Scientists | Master’s Degree or BE/B.Tech in the related field. |
| Engineers / Technical Staff | Engineering or Science Degree. |
| Lawyers (Legal Advisers) | LLB or LLM Degree. |
| Administrators / Economists | PG Degree in Economics, Statistics, or Mathematics. |
Selection Process
UPSC will select candidates mainly through a personal interview. However, if a very large number of people apply for a specific post, the commission may conduct a written Recruitment Test first to shortlist the best candidates for the interview.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website at upsconline.nic.in.
- Click on “New Registration” if you haven’t created a profile yet.
- Log in and fill out the application form with your personal and educational details.
- Upload clear scanned copies of your photo, signature, and necessary certificates.
- Pay the application fee and submit the final form. Make sure to download a copy for future reference.