UPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 415 Posts | Drug Inspector, Specialist Doctor & More – Check Eligibility, Salary & Last Date

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released a massive recruitment notification — Advertisement No. 07/2026 — inviting Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) for 415 vacancies spread across 49 different posts in various Central Government Ministries and Departments. This includes high-demand roles like Drug Inspector (186 posts), multiple Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor posts in government hospitals, Aeronautical Officer, Company Prosecutor, and several technical and administrative positions. With the application window opening on 27 June 2026 and closing on 17 July 2026, eligible candidates across India should act fast and apply through the official UPSC ORA portal before the deadline. This is a golden opportunity for graduates, postgraduates, and doctorate holders looking for a stable Central Government career with attractive pay scales.

🏢 Organization Details

UPSC is the highest recruiting agency for Group A and Group B Central Government jobs in India, and the current recruitment notice is special because it offers opportunities in a wide range of fields like health, aviation, defence, mining, and so on, in one notice only. Given the prestige associated with UPSC recruitment along with job security and good scope for career growth, it becomes one of the most sought-after ads by Sarkari job aspirants.

📊 Number of Vacancies & Reservation

Total Posts: 415 across 49 different positions.

Here is a snapshot of some major posts and their vacancy numbers:

Drug Inspector category-wise reservation (largest post, 186 vacancies): UR-55, EWS-41, OBC-39, SC-35, ST-16, with 8 posts reserved for PwBD candidates.

Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD categories is available as per GOI criteria for each individual post, and the detailed reservation details for each of the 49 posts are stated in the official PDF document. As there are different vacancy numbers and reservation criteria for each post, applicants should be aware of the particular post for which they are applying before filling the application form. With 415 vacancies up for grabs, there will certainly be tough competition.

🎓 Discipline & Educational Qualification

Educational qualification differs for every post since this is a multi-department notification. Some examples:

Desirable Qualifications such as the possession of a Doctorate, extra years of experience, or particular certifications are also provided in most ads, and could be beneficial in short listing in case the applicants are many. Since there are 49 posts, each of which requires different eligibility criteria, applicants must ensure that their qualifications are a match to the particular post code.

📉 Minimum Qualifying Marks

UPSC has prescribed a minimum level of suitability in interview for shortlisting, applicable uniformly across posts:

In case an RT is held prior to the interview process, the applicants are required to qualify the minimum suitable level individually in both the RT phase and the Interview phase as determined by the Commission for that particular position. This requirement is highly significant since even those who are otherwise eligible can be disqualified due to this reason alone.

🎂 Age Limit

Age limit also varies by post, here’s a representative example (Drug Inspector — the largest post):

General age relaxation rules:

• SC/ST candidates: up to 5 years relaxation
• OBC candidates: up to 3 years relaxation
• PwBD candidates: up to 10 years relaxation
• Ex-servicemen/Commissioned Officers: up to 5 years relaxation
• Central/UT Government employees: up to 5 years relaxation (subject to conditions)

Age Limit & Cut-off Age is considered as of the date of application, which is 17-07-2026. The reason being that there are different age limitations for 49 different positions (30 to 56+ years for senior posts), and it becomes one of the most frequent causes of rejection of an application by the applicant’s failure to match the exact age range required for the position.

💰 Application Fee

Note: fee once paid cannot be refunded or transferred to another examination. Applications without the prescribed fee (if applicable) will be summarily rejected, so make sure your payment has been done correctly prior to the deadline. The nominal fee structure has made this UPSC recruitment extremely affordable for male candidates from the general category, while female and reserved candidates enjoy total fee concession.

⚙️ Selection Process

UPSC will follow a “Recruitment by Selection” mode for these posts, which is different from the regular UPSC exams like CSE or Engineering Services:

1. Online Application Screening — based on information and documents submitted
2. Recruitment Test (RT) — wherever applicable for a particular post (decided post-wise)
3. Interview/Personality Test — mandatory for shortlisting
4. Document Verification

There are no common tests or examinations that are conducted to determine the suitability of all 415 positions; it is the eligibility criteria, experience, and interview performance (along with RT performance, where applicable) that decide the selection. Considering that short listing might also be carried out considering the higher education or experience beyond the minimum requirements (in cases of large number of applicants), candidates are required to mention all such details in their applications.

📚 Examination Syllabus & Test Centres

Since this is an interview/RT-based recruitment (not a common written exam like SSC or Banking), there is no single fixed syllabus — the RT format and difficulty level depends on the specific post and is decided by the Commission case by case.

Recruitment Test (RT) Centres (where applicable):
Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Ranchi, and Visakhapatnam.

(For Ladakh UT posts: Leh, Kargil, Srinagar, and Delhi)

Candidates need to continue visiting the official website of the UPSC, as all information regarding RT Pattern for specific posts and interviews shall be intimated separately and testing centers may change depending on the proximity of the examination.

📅 Important Dates

No procrastination is allowed here! The UPSC clearly recommends early application rather than waiting for the deadline, as there will be a lot of traffic near the deadline, and any technical glitch may make you lose your chance to apply for these highly coveted 415 posts.

📝 How to Apply

1. Visit the official UPSC ORA portal: upsconline.nic.in/ora
2. Complete Account Creation (if a first-time user)
3. Fill the Universal Registration Number (URN) profile — this generates a URN common to all UPSC recruitments
4. Fill the Common Application Form (CAF) — upload live photo and signature
5. Select your desired post and fill the post/vacancy-specific module
6. Upload all required documents/certificates (educational, caste, experience, disability, etc.) as separate PDFs
7. Pay the application fee online (if applicable to your category)
8. Review all entries carefully — no edits allowed after submission
9. Submit the form and download/print the final application for future reference

Tip for Beginners: Always carry your Aadhar Card along as proof of identity, and be ready with scanned copies of all the certificates because usually the document upload process takes the maximum time, and lack of any single certificate results in disqualification.

📜 General Conditions

• Candidates must be Indian citizens (or eligible Nepal/Bhutan subjects/Tibetan refugees/specified migrants as per UPSC norms)
• No withdrawal of application allowed after submission
• No correction/modification allowed in any field after final submission
• Furnishing false information or fabricated documents can lead to permanent debarment from UPSC exams and Government jobs
• Mobile phones and electronic devices are strictly banned at interview/RT venues
• Face authentication is mandatory at the examination/interview venue
• Candidates already in Government service must inform their Head of Department before applying
• The Commission does not bear travel expenses fully — only partial TA as per norms for interview-called candidates

These instructions are rigorously followed by UPSC, and any misconduct (such as impersonation and providing false documents) leads to rejection along with exclusion from the subsequent Government recruiting process.

🔗 Important Links

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

⚠️ Disclaimer

Please verify all details from the official UPSC website/notification before applying. CurrentOpenings (currentopenings.in) has compiled this information for candidate convenience based on the official advertisement, but we are not responsible for any mismatch, error, or update in the details mentioned above. Always cross-check dates, fees, and eligibility from the original PDF before taking any action.

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

Advertisement No.	07/2026
Total Vacancies	415
Job Type	Permanent
Apply Date	27 Jun 2026 — 17 Jul 2026 Live · 19 days left
Job Location	📍 All India
Official Advertisement	Download PDF
Notification/Advertisement Date	27 June 2026
Online Application Start Date	27 June 2026
Online Application Last Date	17 July 2026 (1800 Hrs)
Interview/RT Date	To be intimated separately via email/website
Apply Online	Apply Now
UPSC Official Website	Open Website
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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Updated: June 27, 2026

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