UPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 46 Posts | Advt No. 04/2026 | Check Eligibility, Salary & Last Date
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 04/2026, inviting online applications for 46 posts across multiple departments under the Central Government. Posts are available in prestigious organizations like DRDO, Ministry of Defence, Indian Bureau of Mines, Ministry of Culture, and Administration of UT of Ladakh. This is a golden opportunity for candidates looking to secure a permanent gazetted government job. Applications are open from 09 May 2026 and the last date to apply is 29 May 2026. Don’t miss this chance — act fast!
🏢 Organization Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Total Posts | 46 |
| Job Type | Permanent, Central Government |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ |
Post-wise Department Details:
| Post Name | Department/Ministry | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Library & Information Officer (Kannada) | Central Secretariat Library, Ministry of Culture | 01 |
| Associate Professor, Civil Engg. (Structural) | College of Military Engineering, Pune, MoD | 01 |
| Assistant Professor, Civil Engg. (Structural) | College of Military Engineering, Pune, MoD | 01 |
| Assistant Professor, Electrical Engg. (Power System) | College of Military Engineering, Pune, MoD | 01 |
| Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engg. (Heat Transfer) | College of Military Engineering, Pune, MoD | 01 |
| Translator (Chinese) | Signal Intelligence Directorate, Integrated Defence Staff HQ, MoD | 01 |
| Translator (Tibetan) | Signal Intelligence Directorate, Integrated Defence Staff HQ, MoD | 01 |
| Senior Administrative Officer Grade-II | DRDO, Ministry of Defence | 29 |
| Assistant Mining Engineer | Indian Bureau of Mines, Ministry of Mines | 04 |
| Assistant Research Officer | Indian Bureau of Mines, Ministry of Mines | 02 |
| Accounts Officer | Finance Department, Administration of UT of Ladakh | 03 |
UPSC is the most prominent central organization engaged in the recruitment of the finest talents in gazetted positions of Group A and B categories. It brings immense respect and stability in one’s career path. The vacancies include defense, cultural, mining services, and Union Territory administrative services, thus providing ample opportunities for all types of candidates to serve their nation.
📊 Number of Vacancies & Reservation
Total Vacancies: 46
Post-wise Category Breakdown:
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asst. Library & Info Officer (Kannada) | 01 | – | – | – | – | 01* |
| Associate Professor, Civil (Structural) | 01 | – | – | – | – | Not suitable |
| Asst. Professor, Civil (Structural) | – | 01 | – | – | – | Not suitable |
| Asst. Professor, Electrical (Power System) | – | – | – | 01 | – | Not suitable |
| Asst. Professor, Mechanical (Heat Transfer) | 01 | – | – | – | – | Not suitable |
| Translator (Chinese) | – | – | 01 | – | – | Suitable (not reserved) |
| Translator (Tibetan) | 01 | – | – | – | – | Suitable (not reserved) |
| Senior Administrative Officer Gr-II (DRDO) | 11 | 03 | 08 | 04 | 03 | 01* |
| Assistant Mining Engineer | 02 | – | 02 | – | – | 01* |
| Assistant Research Officer | 01 | – | 01 | – | – | Suitable (not reserved) |
| Accounts Officer (UT Ladakh) | – | – | – | – | 03 | Suitable (not reserved) |
*PwBD reservation requires 40% or above benchmark disability.
The candidates belonging to categories SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD enjoy certain reservation facilities and relaxation in age criteria, thereby ensuring that this selection process becomes more inclusive. Even where posts are not reserved for PwBD, a number of posts become suitable for such candidates.
🎓 Educational Qualifications (Post-wise)
1. Assistant Library & Information Officer (Kannada)
- Bachelor’s Degree with Kannada as major subject
- Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science / Library and Information Science
- Experience: 2 years in a Library under Govt./Autonomous/PSU/University
- Desirable: Master’s in Kannada, Master’s in Library Science, Diploma in Computer Applications
2. Associate Professor, Civil Engineering (Structural)
- B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering + M.E./M.Tech in Civil (Structural/Structural & Foundation/Structural Design/Structural Dynamics & Earthquake/Structural Engg. & Construction Management) — First Class in either degree
- Ph.D. in Civil Engineering
- Experience: Minimum 5 years in Teaching/Research/Industry (2 years post-Ph.D. desirable)
- Note: Minimum 60% marks = equivalent to First Class if no division awarded
3. Assistant Professor, Civil Engineering (Structural)
- B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering + M.E./M.Tech in Civil (Structural specializations) — First Class in either degree
- Note: Minimum 60% = First Class equivalent if no division awarded
4. Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering (Power System)
- B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering + M.E./M.Tech in Electrical (Power System / Power Electronics / High Voltage & Power Systems / Power Systems Control & Automation, etc.) — First Class in either degree
5. Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering (Heat Transfer)
- B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering + M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical (Heat & Power / Thermal Engineering / HVAC / Thermal Science / Power Plant Engineering, etc.) — First Class in either degree
6. Translator (Chinese)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Chinese with English as compulsory/elective subject
- OR Bachelor’s Degree with English + Diploma in Chinese with interpretership/translation standard from a Govt.-recognized institute
- Desirable: 3 years’ experience in teaching/translating Chinese into English and vice versa
7. Translator (Tibetan)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Tibetan with English as compulsory/elective subject
- OR Bachelor’s Degree with English + Diploma in Tibetan with interpretership/translation standard
- Desirable: 3 years’ experience in teaching/translating Tibetan
8. Senior Administrative Officer Grade-II (DRDO)
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University
- Experience: 3 years in administration, establishment, or accounts work
9. Assistant Mining Engineer
- B.E./B.Tech in Mining Engineering
- Experience: 2 years in core Mining activity — either in supervisory role in Metalliferous (Non-coal) mines OR in Govt. dept. dealing with mines at Level-6 pay matrix (₹35,400–₹1,12,400) or above
- Desirable: M.E./M.Tech in Mining Engineering
10. Assistant Research Officer (Indian Bureau of Mines)
- Master’s Degree in Ore Dressing / Mineral Processing / Geology / Physics / Chemistry
- OR B.E./B.Tech in Mineral Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Metallurgy
- Experience: 2 years in mineral beneficiation or mineral characterization from a recognized lab or plant
- Desirable: M.Tech in Mineral Engineering
11. Accounts Officer (UT of Ladakh)
- Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University
- Special Condition: Candidate must be a Domicile of UT of Ladakh (Valid Domicile Certificate from Tehsildar required)
Minimum qualification requirement does not suffice in itself. UPSC may even shortlist applicants according to their desirable qualifications, higher level of education, and relevant experience beyond the minimum requirements. Always include all your qualifications and experiences while applying.
📉 Minimum Qualifying Marks (Interview)
UPSC has set minimum suitability marks at the interview stage (out of 100):
| Category | Minimum Marks in Interview |
|---|---|
| UR (General) | 50 marks |
| OBC | 45 marks |
| SC / ST / PH (PwBD) | 40 marks |
In the case of posts for which there will be an RT prior to the interview, the candidate will have to clear the selection process at each stage independently. The cut-off marks for the RT will be determined on a case-to-case basis by the UPSC.
It is imperative that you clear the interview cut-off and not just get yourself short-listed for the post.
🎂 Age Limit (as on Closing Date: 29 May 2026)
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | PwBD Additional Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asst. Library & Info Officer (Kannada) | 30 | – | – | – | – | +10 years |
| Associate Professor, Civil (Structural) | 45 | – | – | – | – | N/A |
| Asst. Professor, Civil (Structural) | – | 35 | – | – | – | N/A |
| Asst. Professor, Electrical (Power System) | – | – | – | 40 | – | N/A |
| Asst. Professor, Mechanical (Heat Transfer) | 35 | – | – | – | – | N/A |
| Translator (Chinese) | – | – | 38 | – | – | Suitable |
| Translator (Tibetan) | 35 | – | – | – | – | Suitable |
| Sr. Administrative Officer Gr-II (DRDO) | 35 | 35 | 38 | 40 | 40 | +10 years |
| Assistant Mining Engineer | 30 | – | 33 | – | – | +10 years |
| Assistant Research Officer | 30 | – | 33 | – | – | Suitable |
| Accounts Officer (UT Ladakh) | – | – | – | – | 40 | Suitable |
Standard Age Relaxations:
- SC/ST: 5 years over UR limit
- OBC: 3 years over UR limit
- PwBD: 10 years additionally (15 years for SC/ST PwBD, 13 years for OBC PwBD)
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 years (subject to conditions)
- Central Govt. Employees: 5 years (10 years for SC/ST, 8 years for OBC on reserved posts)
The age shall be considered with reference to the last date of application. Those candidates who lie just within the range of age limit need to confirm their eligibility status properly. There are many relaxations given to reserved category candidates.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹25/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women (all categories) | NIL (Exempt) |
Payment Mode: Online only — Visa/MasterCard/RuPay Credit or Debit Card, UPI, or Internet Banking
Important notes:
- Fee must be paid before the closing date/time
- Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstance
- Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will be rejected outright
This makes this recruitment highly affordable for general category male applicants, who need only to pay a small fee of ₹25, whereas women, SC, ST, and PwBD applicants do not have to pay any amount at all for applying to this position.
⚙️ Selection Process
The selection for these posts is done through Recruitment by Selection, which may include:
- Shortlisting — Based on information provided in online application (qualifications, experience, desirable qualifications)
- Recruitment Test (RT) / Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) — May be held if applications are large in number
- Personality Test (Interview) — Final stage; carries 100 marks
- Document Verification — At the time of interview
UPSC can shortlist candidates based on one or all of these parameters: qualifications required, better education, more experience, or through an entrance examination. The interview becomes the most important deciding factor here, as only those candidates who have secured the qualifying marks in terms of suitability in their own category will be selected.
📚 Examination / Syllabus
No fixed syllabus has been prescribed in this notification since selection is primarily through interview/personality test. However, shortlisting for interview may be done through:
- Evaluation of qualifications and experience from the application form
- A Recruitment Test (RT) if required — subjects will be relevant to the post applied for
- Interview covering subject knowledge, professional experience, and personality assessment
Exam Centres (if RT is held): Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Ranchi, Visakhapatnam
For UT Ladakh posts (Accounts Officer): Leh, Kargil, Srinagar, Delhi
As this is a selection-oriented recruitment process, your application form acts as your initial test. List all your qualifications and experience without any omission. In case of a written test (RT), emphasize your basic subjects and administrative abilities.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Date | 09 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 09 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 May 2026 (by 6:00 PM / 1800 hrs) |
| Eligibility Determination Date | 29 May 2026 (Closing Date) |
| Interview / Exam Date | To be notified separately by UPSC |
The duration is extremely small, amounting to only 20 days. You should never leave everything until the last minute. Try to prepare all your documentation and apply early. Failure to meet one deadline will mean you have to wait until the next notification period.
📝 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the Official Portal — Go to https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/
- Create an Account — Complete the one-time Account Creation module
- Universal Registration (URN) — Fill in your Universal Registration Number profile (common for all UPSC applications). Upload your photograph and sign three times on white paper with black ink for the signature upload.
- Live Photo Capture — While filling the Common Application Form (CAF), capture your live photo as instructed
- Fill Common Application Form (CAF) — Enter your personal, educational, and experience details
- Fill Post-Specific Module — Select the vacancy you are applying for (Vacancy No. is mentioned for each post) and fill the 4th module
- Upload Documents — Upload self-attested PDFs for: DOB proof (Matriculation certificate), Degree/Diploma certificates, Experience certificates (in prescribed format), Caste certificate (if applicable), PwBD certificate (if applicable), Age relaxation documents (if applicable)
- Pay Application Fee — Pay ₹25 online (if applicable) via UPI/Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking
- Submit Application — Review all details carefully before final submission. No changes are allowed after submission.
- Take Printout — Print the final submitted application for future reference (to be brought at the time of interview)
- Carry Aadhaar — Strongly recommended to use Aadhaar Card as photo ID for easy verification
Part-time, daily wages, visiting faculties, or guest faculties will not be taken as valid experience. Submit the experience certificates in the required UPSC format. Give an appropriate email ID as UPSC communication will be done via email only.
📜 General Conditions (Important Rules)
- All candidates must be Indian citizens (or nationals of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees who came before 1 Jan 1962, under prescribed conditions)
- Eligibility will be determined as on the closing date (29 May 2026)
- Applications without fee (where applicable) will be summarily rejected
- No withdrawal of application is permitted after submission
- No changes/corrections in the application form are allowed after final submission
- Providing false information or tampered documents will lead to permanent debarment from UPSC examinations
- Mobile phones, smartwatches, pen drives, Bluetooth devices, and any electronic communication devices are strictly banned inside exam/interview halls
- Face authentication will be mandatory at the examination venue/interview hall
- Candidates already in government service must submit a declaration that they have informed their Head of Department about the application
- Canvassing in any form will automatically disqualify a candidate
- UPSC Helpdesk: 011-24041001 / 011-40303444 | Email: [email protected] (10 AM–5:30 PM, working days)
- For UT Ladakh (Accounts Officer post): Valid Domicile Certificate issued by Tehsildar is mandatory
🔗 Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ |
| Official Notification (Advt. 04/2026) | https://upsc.gov.in |
| UPSC Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
| Certificate Proformas | https://upsc.gov.in/recruitment/recruitment-performas |
| CurrentOpenings Website | https://currentopenings.in/ |
❓ FAQ- UPSC Recruitment 2026
The last date to submit the online application is 29 May 2026 by 6:00 PM (1800 hours). Applications submitted after this deadline will not be accepted under any circumstances. Candidates are advised to apply well in advance to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Eligibility varies by post. Generally, candidates must be Indian citizens with the required educational qualifications and experience as listed for each post. The Accounts Officer post (UT Ladakh) is restricted to Domiciles of UT Ladakh only. Age limits also differ post-wise. Check the detailed eligibility section above carefully before applying.
Pay scales are as per the 7th Pay Commission: Level-7 for Assistant Library & Info Officer and Assistant Mining Engineer / Assistant Research Officer; Level-8 for Accounts Officer (UT Ladakh); Level-10 for Senior Administrative Officer Gr-II (DRDO), Translators (Chinese & Tibetan), and Assistant Professors; Academic Level 10 for Assistant Professors (CME); and Academic Level 13A1 for Associate Professor at CME Pune.
Selection is done by UPSC through a combination of application shortlisting, a Recruitment Test (RT) if required, and a Personality Test (Interview) carrying 100 marks. Minimum qualifying marks in the interview are: UR – 50, OBC – 45, SC/ST/PwBD – 40 (out of 100). If an RT is held, candidates must qualify both RT and interview stages.
The application fee is ₹25 (Rupees Twenty-Five only) for General/OBC/EWS male candidates. Women candidates of all categories, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are completely exempt from fee. Payment must be made online through Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or Internet Banking. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
Yes! PwBD candidates can apply to posts that are identified as “suitable” for their disability category, even if no specific reservation exists. In such cases, they will be considered on general merit. However, reservation benefits and concessions (age relaxation, etc.) are available only for posts specifically reserved for PwBD with 40% or above benchmark disability.
No. Once the application is submitted, no corrections, alterations, or modifications are allowed in any field. Also, you cannot withdraw your application after submission. Therefore, review every detail very carefully before clicking the final submit button. UPSC provides a one-time edit facility for the URN Profile only, but changes there won’t reflect in already submitted applications.
⚠️ Disclaimer
The information provided in this post has been compiled from the official UPSC Advertisement No. 04/2026 for the convenience of job seekers. CurrentOpenings (https://currentopenings.in/) is not responsible for any errors, omissions, or discrepancies in the information. Candidates are strongly advised to visit the official UPSC website (https://upsc.gov.in) and read the official notification carefully before applying. All eligibility conditions, dates, and other details must be verified from the official notification only. The decision of UPSC in all matters related to recruitment will be final and binding.
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 46 |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Apply Date | 09 May 2026 — 29 May 2026 Live · 19 days left |
| Job Location | 📍 All India |
| Official Advertisement | Download PDF |
| Career/Recruitment URL | Open Now |
| Department Website | Open Offical Website |
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| Office Address | UNION PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION, Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi - 110069 |
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