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UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Advertisement No. 08/2026

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Union Public Service Commission New Delhi and other locations across India Government · Full-time
48 Total Vacancies
31 Jul 2026 Last Date to Apply
₹44,900 - ₹67,700 Salary / Month
₹25 Application Fee
30 - 45 yrs Age Limit

About This Recruitment

The Union Public Service Commission has issued Advertisement No. 08/2026 inviting Online Recruitment Applications for direct recruitment by selection to 48 vacancies across 13 distinct posts in various Ministries and Departments of the Government of India. The recruitment includes Assistant Soil Chemist, Prosecutor, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor posts in multiple medical specialities, Deputy Assistant Director (Entomology), Entomologist (CCCO), Junior Scientific Officer (Toxicology) and Superintendent (Legal). The posts are primarily permanent Central Government positions in Group A and Group B services. Pay levels range from Level 7 to Level 11 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with NPA applicable to the specified medical Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor posts. The online application process begins on 11 July 2026 and closes at 18:00 hours on 31 July 2026. Selection is by recruitment by selection and may involve shortlisting, Recruitment Test/Combined Recruitment Test where prescribed, followed by interview. The exact eligibility, age, qualification, experience, reservation and PwBD suitability conditions vary by individual vacancy.

Quick Facts

Total Vacancies

Advertisement No. 08/2026

48 Posts

Vacancies48

Number of Posts

Distinct Posts

13 Posts

Distinct Posts13

Application Start

Online

11 July 2026

Date2026-07-11

Last Date

6:00 PM

31 July 2026

Date2026-07-31
Time18:00

Application Fee

General Category

₹25

Amount25
CurrencyINR

Signature Upload

Application Requirement

Candidates are required to upload their signatures as prescribed in the UPSC online application instructions.

RequiredYes

Application Withdrawal

Important

Applications cannot be withdrawn after submission and no correction, alteration or modification is allowed after submission.

Withdrawal AllowedNo
Correction After SubmissionNo

Date of Birth Proof

Required

Matriculation/10th Standard certificate or equivalent document indicating date of birth.

RequiredYes

UPSC Recruitment Helpline

Application Support

011-24041001 / 011-40303444

Emailupscsoap@nic.in
Phone 1011-24041001
Phone 2011-40303444

Timing: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM on working days during the application window

Eligibility

Category Certificate

SC / ST / OBC

Candidates claiming reservation must provide the appropriate certificate in the prescribed format. OBC candidates must also provide the prescribed non-creamy-layer declaration.

Required If ApplicableYes

PwBD Certificate

Where Applicable

Eligible PwBD candidates must provide the disability certificate issued by the competent authority in the prescribed format.

Required If ApplicableYes

Eligibility Date

Crucial Date

The closing date of the Online Recruitment Application is the date for determining eligibility in every respect.

Date2026-07-31

Educational Qualification

Experience

Post-wise

Relevant professional, teaching, research, analytical, legal or other experience is prescribed according to the individual post.

Experience TypePost-wise

Educational Qualification Proof

Required

Degree or diploma certificates and relevant mark sheets must be provided in support of educational qualification claims.

RequiredYes

Experience Certificate

Required Where Applicable

Experience certificates should clearly indicate employment duration, pay details and nature of duties and should preferably be in the prescribed format.

RequiredYes

Age Limit

Age Limit Varies by Post

The prescribed normal upper age limit varies from 30 to 45 years depending on the post and category.

Maximum Upper Age45
Minimum Upper Age30

Vacancy Details

Assistant Soil Chemist

Soil and Land Use Survey of India

2 vacancies

Pay LevelLevel 10
Vacancies2
Vacancy No26070801211
ReservationUR-02; PwBD-01

Department: Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

Prosecutor

Serious Fraud Investigation Office

1 vacancy

Pay LevelLevel 8
Vacancies1
DepartmentMinistry of Corporate Affairs
Vacancy No26070802211
ReservationOBC-01

Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor - Clinical Haematology

Central Health Service

9 vacancies

Pay LevelLevel 11 + NPA
Vacancies9
Vacancy No26070803111
ReservationUR-03, EWS-01, OBC-03, SC-01, ST-01

Department: Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor - Endocrinology

Central Health Service

10 vacancies

Pay LevelLevel 11 + NPA
Vacancies10
Vacancy No26070804111
ReservationUR-02, EWS-01, OBC-04, SC-02, ST-01

Department: Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor - Neonatology

Central Health Service

13 vacancies

Pay LevelLevel 11 + NPA
Vacancies13
Vacancy No26070805111

Department: Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor - Nuclear Medicine

Central Health Service

3 vacancies

Pay LevelLevel 11 + NPA
Vacancies3
Vacancy No26070806111

Department: Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor - Pulmonary Medicine

Central Health Service

3 vacancies

Pay LevelLevel 11 + NPA
Vacancies3
Vacancy No26070807111
ReservationUR-01, EWS-01, OBC-01; PwBD-01

Department: Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor - Paediatric Cardiology

Central Health Service

1 vacancy

Pay LevelLevel 11 + NPA
Vacancies1
Vacancy No26070808111

Department: Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor - Surgical Gastroenterology

Central Health Service

1 vacancy

Pay LevelLevel 11 + NPA
Vacancies1
Vacancy No26070809111

Department: Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Deputy Assistant Director - Entomology

NCVBDC

2 vacancies

Pay LevelLevel 10
Vacancies2
Vacancy No26070810211
ReservationUR-02

Department: National Centre for Vector Borne Diseases Control, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Entomologist (CCCO)

NCVBDC

1 vacancy

Pay LevelLevel 10
Vacancies1
Vacancy No26070811211
ReservationUR-01

Department: National Centre for Vector Borne Diseases Control, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Junior Scientific Officer - Toxicology

Central Forensic Science Laboratory

1 vacancy

Pay LevelLevel 7
Vacancies1
Vacancy No26070812211
ReservationUR-01; PwBD-01

Department: Directorate of Forensic Science Services, Ministry of Home Affairs

Superintendent (Legal)

Legislative Department

1 vacancy

Pay LevelLevel 8
Vacancies1
DepartmentMinistry of Law and Justice
Vacancy No26070813211
ReservationUR-01

Application Fee

Application Fee

Applicable Candidates

₹25

Amount25
CurrencyINR

Payment Methods: Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI / Internet Banking

Fee Exemption

No Fee

Female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates of any community are exempted from payment of fee.

ExemptedYes

Categories:

  • Female
  • SC
  • ST
  • PwBD

How to Apply

Application Portal

UPSC ORA

https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/

Visit Link

Universal Registration Number

URN

Candidates receive a Universal Registration Number after registration. The URN is common for UPSC recruitment applications.

RequiredYes

Live Photograph

Application Requirement

Candidates are required to upload a photograph and capture a live photograph while filling the Common Application Form.

RequiredYes

Syllabus

Educational Qualification

Post-wise

Qualifications vary by post. They include Master’s Degree in relevant subjects, LLB/Law qualifications, MBBS with relevant postgraduate medical qualifications, and other specialized postgraduate qualifications as prescribed for individual vacancies.

Qualification TypePost-wise

PwBD Age Relaxation

Eligible Candidates

PwBD candidates may receive up to 10 years age relaxation subject to the conditions specified in the advertisement. The maximum age on the closing date is generally subject to the prescribed ceiling.

Relaxation Years10

Nature of Posts

Central Government

The advertised posts are permanent Central Government posts, although appointments may initially be made on temporary basis and confirmation is subject to satisfactory completion of probation where applicable.

NaturePermanent

Recruitment Test Centres

If RT/CRT Is Held

Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Ranchi and Visakhapatnam, subject to change by UPSC.

Centres:

  • Ahmedabad
  • Bhopal
  • Chennai
  • Delhi
  • Dispur (Guwahati)
  • Jaipur
  • Jammu
  • Kochi
  • Kolkata
  • Lucknow
  • Mumbai
  • Nagpur
  • Port Blair
  • Ranchi
  • Visakhapatnam

Selection Process

Online Application

Stage 1

Candidates submit the Online Recruitment Application through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal.

ModeOnline
Stage1

Computer-Based Shortlisting

Stage 2

Where applications are large, UPSC may adopt shortlisting criteria based on desirable qualifications, higher qualifications, higher relevant experience and other criteria specified in the advertisement.

Stage2

Recruitment Test

If Held

UPSC may conduct a Recruitment Test (RT) or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) where required for shortlisting candidates.

Stage3
ConditionalYes

Interview

Final Selection Stage

Shortlisted candidates may be called for interview. Candidates must produce the required original documents and certificates at the time of interview.

Stage4

Recruitment Type

UPSC

Direct Recruitment by Selection

TypeRecruitment by Selection

Salary / Pay Scale

Pay Level 7

Junior Scientific Officer

Level 7 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC

Pay LevelLevel 7
Basic Pay Start44900

Pay Level 8

Prosecutor / Superintendent (Legal)

Level 8 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC

Pay LevelLevel 8
Basic Pay Start47600

Pay Level 10

Assistant Soil Chemist / Entomology Posts

Level 10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC

Pay LevelLevel 10
Basic Pay Start56100

Pay Level 11

Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor

Level 11 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC plus NPA

NpaYes
Pay LevelLevel 11
Basic Pay Start67700

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in UPSC Advertisement No. 08/2026?

There are 48 vacancies across 13 different posts under UPSC Advertisement No. 08/2026.

What is the last date to apply for UPSC Advertisement No. 08/2026?

The last date for submission of the Online Recruitment Application is 31 July 2026 at 6:00 PM.

What is the application fee for UPSC Advertisement No. 08/2026?

The application fee is ₹25 for applicable candidates. Female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted from payment of fee.

What is the selection process for UPSC Advertisement No. 08/2026?

The recruitment is by selection. Depending upon the number of applications and the individual vacancy, UPSC may shortlist candidates based on qualifications and experience, conduct a Recruitment Test or Combined Recruitment Test where required, and call shortlisted candidates for interview.

What is the age limit in UPSC Advertisement No. 08/2026?

The age limit varies by post and category. The advertised normal upper age limits range from 30 to 45 years.

What qualifications are required for UPSC Advertisement No. 08/2026?

Qualifications are post-specific and include Master’s Degrees, Law qualifications, MBBS with relevant postgraduate medical qualifications and other specialized qualifications along with the prescribed experience.

Is there a written examination for these UPSC vacancies?

This is recruitment by selection. A Recruitment Test or Combined Recruitment Test may be conducted where required for shortlisting, followed by interview for shortlisted candidates.

Where can candidates apply for UPSC Advertisement No. 08/2026?

Candidates must apply online through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal.

Visit Link

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: Post-wise qualifications vary. The recruitment includes posts requiring Master’s Degree with relevant experience, Bachelor’s Degree in Law with relevant experience, MBBS with relevant postgraduate medical qualifications and teaching experience, and other specialized postgraduate qualifications with

  • Candidates must fulfil the post-specific essential educational qualification prescribed in Advertisement No. 08/2026.
  • Relevant post-specific experience is required wherever prescribed.
  • The age limit varies according to the post and category.
  • The normal upper age limits in this advertisement range from 30 to 45 years depending upon the post and category.
  • Age relaxation is available to eligible SC/ST, OBC, PwBD and other categories according to applicable Central Government rules.
  • Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions as on the closing date of the Online Recruitment Application.
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities may apply to posts identified as suitable for the relevant disability categories, subject to the conditions in the advertisement.
  • Candidates must provide documentary proof of educational qualifications, experience, category and other claims made in the application.

Age limit varies by post and category. SC/ST, OBC, PwBD and other eligible candidates are entitled to age relaxation as per the UPSC advertisement and applicable Central Government rules. PwBD candidates may receive up to 10 years relaxation subject

Important Dates

Advertisement Date 10 July 2026

10 July 2026

Application Start Date 11 July 2026

11 July 2026

Last Date to Apply 31 July 2026

31 July 2026 at 6:00 PM

Eligibility Cut-off Date 31 July 2026

31 July 2026

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