UPSC Recruitment 2026 – 34 Posts Apply Online | Advt. 10/2026
UPSC Recruitment 2026 – 34 Posts Apply Online | Advt. 10/2026
UNION PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION (UPSC)
Advertisement No. 10/2026 (34 Direct Recruitment Vacancies)
UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026 Important Dates & Overview
| Milestone Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening Date for Online Registration | 08 August 2026 |
| Closing Date (General Posts) | 28 August 2026 (up to 18:00 Hrs) |
| Closing Date (UT of Ladakh Posts) | 04 September 2026 (up to 18:00 Hrs) |
| Pay Scale & Salary Matrix | Level-07 to Level-10 (7th CPC Pay Matrix) |
UPSC Recruitment Notification 2026 Application Fee Structure
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹25/- (Remittance through SBI or online) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil (Exempted) |
UPSC Direct Recruitment Vacancy 2026 Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution (Total: 34 Posts)
| Post Name & Ministry/Department | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) – Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways | 1 | Level-10 |
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) – Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways | 9 | Level-10 |
| Assistant Director (Engineering) – Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways | 1 | Level-07 |
| Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch) – Ministry of Law and Justice | 1 | Level-10 |
| Research Officer – Ministry of Science and Technology | 11 | Level-10 |
| Horticulture Development Officer – Administration of UT of Ladakh | 4 | Level-08 |
| Soil Conservation Assistant – Administration of UT of Ladakh | 7 | Level-08 |
| Total Vacancies: | 34 | |
UPSC Ministry Recruitment 2026 IMPORTANT LINKS
Q1. Which organization has released Advertisement No. 10/2026?
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
Q2. What is the total number of vacancies advertised under this notification?
A total of 34 vacancies are available across various specialized posts.
Q3. When did the online application process open?
The online registration commenced on 08 August 2026.
Q4. What is the final deadline to apply for general posts?
The last date to apply for regular/general posts is 28 August 2026 (up to 18:00 Hrs).
Q5. What is the deadline for posts under the administration of UT of Ladakh?
The application deadline for UT of Ladakh posts is extended up to 04 September 2026 (18:00 Hrs).
Q6. What is the application fee for General, OBC, and EWS candidates?
The fee is ₹25/-, payable online or through SBI bank remittance.
Q7. Who is exempted from paying the application fee?
SC, ST, PwBD, and female candidates of all communities are exempted from the fee.
Q8. What qualifications are required for Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)?
A Degree in Civil Engineering plus 2 years of supervisory experience in structural and reinforced concrete works.
Q9. What qualifications are needed for Research Officer positions?
Master's Degree in Geography, Geology, Geoinformatics, or Remote Sensing with 5 years of relevant teaching/research experience.
Q10. How is the selection process conducted by UPSC?
Selection is carried out through an Interview or via a Recruitment Test followed by an Interview.
Q11. What is the pay scale applicable to these posts?
The posts fall under Level-07 to Level-10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Q12. Is age relaxation applicable for reserved categories?
Yes, age limits vary by post and are further relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD candidates and as per rules for SC/ST/OBC.
Q13. Through which portal must candidates submit their applications?
Candidates must apply online exclusively through the official UPSC ORA portal at upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
Q14. Are physical offline applications accepted by UPSC?
No, offline applications or hard copy submissions are not accepted; applications must be submitted online only.
Q15. Where can candidates check official notifications and updates?
Official notifications, updates, and application links are hosted on the official UPSC website.