UPSC Recruitment 2026 – 34 Posts, AEE, Research Officer & More

UPSC Recruitment 2026: 34 Assistant Executive Engineer, Research Officer & Other Posts – Apply Online at upsconline.nic.in

UPSC Recruitment 2026 — Important Dates and Application Fee

Online Application: 8 August to 28 August 2026 — Last Date for Ladakh Posts: 4 September 2026

The online application process for UPSC Various Posts Recruitment 2026 opens on 8 August 2026 and closes on 28 August 2026 for most posts. For posts based in Ladakh, the last date is extended to 4 September 2026. Applications must be submitted through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal at upsconline.nic.in/ora/. Admit cards and other updates will be available on the official UPSC website upsc.gov.in.

Important Dates

Notification Released: Indicative Advertisement No. 10/2026 — Online Application Starts: 8 August 2026 — Last Date to Apply Online: 28 August 2026 — Last Date for Ladakh Posts: 4 September 2026 — Admit Card: Available on upsc.gov.in before the exam.

Tip: Candidates are advised to apply well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues on the ORA portal. Keep scanned copies of photograph, signature, and all relevant educational and category certificates ready before starting the application. Note down your application registration number after successful submission.

Application Fee

The application fee for UPSC Recruitment 2026 is Rs. 25 for all candidates. Female candidates, SC/ST candidates, and Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) candidates are exempted from paying the application fee. The fee can be deposited online through SBI Net Banking, or by using Visa, Mastercard, RuPay credit/debit card, or through the cash deposit at any SBI branch using the challan generated on the ORA portal.

Application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. Candidates are advised to complete the fee payment and submit the application well before the closing date to avoid any inconvenience.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 — Vacancy Details and Eligibility

34 Posts Across 7 Categories — Pay Level 07 to 10 (7th CPC)

UPSC Recruitment 2026 covers 34 vacancies across 7 different posts. The recruitment is for various technical and non-technical positions under the Government of India. All posts are filled through Direct Recruitment by Selection. Candidates must ensure they meet the educational qualification and experience requirements for the specific post they are applying for before filling the online application.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 — Selection Process and Age Limit Details

Direct Recruitment by Selection — Age Limit Varies From 30 to 40 Years by Post

All 34 posts in UPSC Recruitment 2026 are filled through Direct Recruitment by Selection. The selection process typically involves screening of applications followed by an interview or personality test conducted by the Union Public Service Commission. Candidates who are shortlisted based on their applications will be called for further stages of the selection process.

Selection Stages

• Stage I: Application Screening — Applications are screened for eligibility and qualification requirements
• Stage II: Interview / Personality Test — Shortlisted candidates are called for interview by UPSC
• Stage III: Document Verification — Original documents verified at the time of interview
• Stage IV: Final Merit List — Based on interview performance and qualifications

Age Limit Details

The minimum and maximum age limits vary by post. Candidates must meet the age criteria as on the closing date of application submission. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India rules. The age limits for each post are as follows:

• Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil): 38 years for OBC candidates
• Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics): 35 years (UR), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC/ST)
• Assistant Director (Engineering): 30 years for Unreserved (UR) candidates
• Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch): 35 years for Unreserved (UR) candidates
• Research Officer: 35 years (UR/EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC)
• Horticulture Development Officer: 40 years for ST candidates
• Soil Conservation Assistant: 40 years for ST candidates

Age Relaxation

• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation above the upper age limit
• SC/ST: 5 years relaxation above the upper age limit
• PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability): Additional 10 years relaxation over and above the category-wise relaxation
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India rules
• EWS: No additional age relaxation beyond the prescribed limit

UPSC Recruitment 2026 — Job Profile, Salary and Benefits

Pay Level 07 to 10 (7th CPC) — Central Government Group-A and Group-B Posts

Selected candidates will be appointed to various Central Government posts under different ministries and departments. The posts carry Pay Level-07 to Level-10 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). These are permanent positions with the Government of India, carrying all applicable allowances and benefits as per Central Government rules.

Salary / Pay Scale

• Pay Level-10 (7th CPC): Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500 — Applicable for AEE (Civil), AEE (Electronics), Superintendent Translation, and Research Officer
• Pay Level-08 (7th CPC): Rs. 47,600 – 1,51,100 — Applicable for Horticulture Development Officer and Soil Conservation Assistant
• Pay Level-07 (7th CPC): Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400 — Applicable for Assistant Director (Engineering)

In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other allowances as admissible to Central Government employees. The posts also carry pension benefits under the National Pension System (NPS) or Old Pension Scheme (OPS) as applicable, along with medical benefits, leave entitlements, and other perks as per Government of India rules.

Job Profile & Responsibilities

The job profiles vary depending on the specific post. Assistant Executive Engineers are responsible for execution and supervision of civil or electronics engineering works in government projects. Research Officers handle research-related activities and data analysis. Superintendent Translation deals with official translation work in Hindi. Horticulture Development Officers implement horticulture development programmes while Soil Conservation Assistants work on soil and water conservation projects. All positions involve fieldwork, report preparation, and coordination with various government departments.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 — How to Apply Online

Apply Online at upsconline.nic.in/ora/ — Last Date 28 August 2026

The application process for UPSC Various Posts Recruitment 2026 is completely online through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal at upsconline.nic.in/ora/. Candidates need to register on the portal, fill the application form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee (if applicable). Applications must be submitted before 28 August 2026 (except Ladakh posts: 4 September 2026).

How to Apply

• Step 1: Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal at upsconline.nic.in/ora/
• Step 2: If you are a new user, click on "New Registration" and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process with your personal details, contact information, and educational qualifications
• Step 3: After OTR, log in with your registration credentials and select "Latest Notifications" to view the advertisement for Indicative Advertisement No. 10/2026
• Step 4: Select the post you wish to apply for and fill in all required details including educational qualifications, experience, and category information
• Step 5: Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format (JPEG format, size as specified)
• Step 6: Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 through SBI Net Banking, credit/debit card, or generate a challan for cash deposit at any SBI branch
• Step 7: Review the application form carefully, then submit it. Note down the application reference number and take a printout of the submitted application for future reference

UPSC Recruitment 2026 — Selection Mode and Documents Required

Direct Recruitment by Selection — Interview/Personality Test by UPSC

Selection for UPSC Recruitment 2026 is through Direct Recruitment by Selection for all 34 posts. The process involves application screening followed by an interview or personality test conducted by the Union Public Service Commission. Candidates who are shortlisted based on their application details will be called for the interview. Final selection is based on the merit obtained in the interview and verification of original documents.

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