UPSC Recruitment 2026: Over 400 Vacancies Notified Through Direct Recruitment Scheme

Recruitment Board Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Post Name Junior Scientific Officer
Total Vacancies 443 Posts
Start Date 13 Jun 2026
Last Date To Apply 03 Jul 2026
Qualification B.E. /B. Tech | Master Degree | Ph.D.
Age Limit Refer official Notification
Application Fee Female/SC/ST/PwD: Nil | Others: Rs 25/-
Salary (e.g. 25000-40000) ₹44,900 - ₹1,77,500
Job Street Address UNION PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
Job Locality (City) Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road
Job Region (State) New Delhi
Job Postal Code 110069

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 06/2026 under its Direct Recruitment Scheme, inviting online applications for 443 vacancies across 98 different posts in various Central Government Ministries and Departments. Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.

Recruitment Overview

ParticularsDetails
Recruiting OrganizationUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Advertisement Number06/2026
Total Vacancies443 Posts
Number of Posts98 Different Posts
Application ModeOnline
Application Start Date13 June 2026
Last Date to Apply03 July 2026 (6:00 PM)
Official WebsiteUPSC ORA Portal
Job LocationAcross India
Application LinkApply Online

Vacancy Details

UPSC has announced recruitment for a wide range of Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ Gazetted posts in different ministries and government departments. The vacancies include technical, scientific, engineering, administrative, academic, medical, and specialist positions. The recruitment drive covers 98 distinct posts, making it one of the largest UPSC direct recruitment notifications of 2026.

Eligibility Criteria

The educational qualification and experience requirements vary depending on the post. Candidates may be required to possess:

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Engineering Degree (B.E./B.Tech)
  • Master’s Degree
  • Ph.D.
  • Professional Qualifications
  • Relevant Work Experience

Applicants are advised to check the detailed post-wise eligibility conditions in the official notification before submitting the application.

Age Limit

The age limit differs from post to post. Relaxations in upper age limit are available for candidates belonging to reserved categories as per Government of India rules.

Selection Process

UPSC may select candidates through:

  1. Shortlisting of applications
  2. Recruitment Test (if required)
  3. Personal Interview

The exact selection procedure may vary according to the post applied for.

Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates will be appointed to Central Government services under various pay levels of the 7th Central Pay Commission. Depending on the post, salaries may range from:

  • Level 7: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
  • Level 10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
  • Higher pay levels for senior and specialized posts

In addition to the basic pay, employees will receive DA, HRA, TA, medical benefits, pension-related benefits, and other government allowances.

Application Fee

  • General/OBC/EWS Candidates: As per UPSC notification
  • SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates: Usually exempted from fee (subject to notification provisions)

Candidates should verify the exact fee details from the official advertisement.

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Release13 June 2026
Online Application Start13 June 2026
Last Date to Apply03 July 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment03 July 2026
Recruitment Test/InterviewTo be announced

How to Apply

  1. Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Portal.
  2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR), if not already registered.
  3. Select Advertisement No. 06/2026.
  4. Choose the desired post.
  5. Fill in personal, educational, and experience details.
  6. Upload required documents.
  7. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
  8. Submit the application form.
  9. Download and print the final application form for future reference.

Why This Recruitment Is Important

  • 443 vacancies in a single notification.
  • Opportunities across multiple ministries and departments.
  • Permanent Central Government jobs.
  • Attractive salary packages and career growth.
  • Recruitment through UPSC ensures transparency and merit-based selection.