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UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 40 Agricultural Engineer, Scientist & Other Posts

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Indicative Advertisement No. 09/2026 for recruitment to 40 vacancies across multiple posts including Agricultural Engineer, Scientist 'B', Civilian Medical Officer, Assistant Industrial Adviser and others. Eligible candidates can submit online applications from 25 July 2026 to 14 August 2026 through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal.

Vacancies
40
Salary
Pay Level-07 to Level-11 (7th CPC Pay Matrix) depending on the post. Some medical posts carry Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA).
Qualification
Qualification varies by post. Candidates should possess the prescribed qualification relevant to the respective post as mentioned in the detailed UPSC advertisement.
Last Date
14 August 2026

Vacancy Details

Organization NameUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Examination NameUPSC Direct Recruitment 2026
Advertisement No.Indicative Advertisement No. 09/2026
Post Name
  • Agricultural Engineer
  • Medical Officer/Research Officer (Unani)
  • Scientist 'B' (Botany)
  • Scientist 'B' (Environmental Science)
  • Scientist 'B' (Geology)
  • Scientist 'B' (Physics)
  • Scientist 'B' (Zoology)
  • Civilian Medical Officer
  • Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Immuno-Haematology & Blood Transfusion)
  • Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Surgical Oncology)
  • Assistant Industrial Adviser
  • Veterinary Assistant Surgeon
Total Vacancies40 Posts
Job TypeGovernment
Application ModeOnline
LocationAll India

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Release25 July 2026
Online Application Start Date25 July 2026
Last Date to Apply Online14 August 2026

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: Qualification varies by post. Candidates should possess the prescribed qualification relevant to the respective post as mentioned in the detailed UPSC advertisement.

Candidates must possess the educational qualification prescribed for the respective post. Eligibility requirements differ for each advertised post. Applicants should ensure they satisfy all educational qualifications, experience requirements and other conditions specified in the detailed UPSC advertisement before applying. Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions on the closing date of online application submission.

Age Limit & Relaxation

Upper age limit varies from 33 to 43 years depending on the post and category.

CategoryAge Relaxation
PwBDUp to 10 Years (for posts identified as suitable/reserved)
SCAs per UPSC Rules
STAs per UPSC Rules
OBCAs per UPSC Rules
EWSAs per UPSC Rules
OthersAs per Government Rules

Salary Structure

ComponentAmount
Agricultural EngineerLevel-07
Medical Officer/Research Officer (Unani)Level-10 + NPA
Scientist 'B' (Botany)Level-10
Scientist 'B' (Environmental Science)Level-10
Scientist 'B' (Geology)Level-10
Scientist 'B' (Physics)Level-10
Scientist 'B' (Zoology)Level-10
Civilian Medical OfficerLevel-10 + NPA
Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Immuno-Haematology & Blood Transfusion)Level-11 + NPA
Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Surgical Oncology)Level-11 + NPA
Assistant Industrial AdviserLevel-10
Veterinary Assistant SurgeonLevel-10 + NPA

Documents Required

  • Passport Size Photograph
  • Signature
  • Educational Qualification Certificates
  • Experience Certificates (where applicable)
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
  • Identity Proof
  • Any other document as prescribed in the detailed advertisement

Selection Process

  1. 1Shortlisting of Applications
  2. 2Interview / Personality Test
  3. 3Document Verification
  4. 4Final Selection

Exam Pattern

SectionQuestionsMarksDuration
Written ExaminationNot MentionedNot MentionedNot Applicable
Interview / Personality TestNot MentionedNot MentionedAs Decided by UPSC

The notification specifies Direct Recruitment by Selection. No written examination pattern has been prescribed in the uploaded notification. Eligible applicants will generally be shortlisted and called for an interview/personality test as per UPSC recruitment rules.

Syllabus

The uploaded notification does not provide a detailed syllabus for any post under Advertisement No. 09/2026. Candidates should refer to the detailed UPSC recruitment advertisement for post-specific requirements and selection guidelines.

How To Apply

Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal at upsconline.nic.in/ora. Register or log in using your credentials. Locate Indicative Advertisement No. 09/2026. Select the desired post using the appropriate Vacancy Number. Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational and category details. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents in the prescribed format. Pay the applicable application fee, if required. Review all details carefully before final submission. Submit the application on or before 14 August 2026. Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.

Important Instructions

Read the detailed UPSC advertisement carefully before submitting the online application. Ensure that you fulfill the eligibility conditions prescribed for the respective post. Candidates should apply only through the online mode; offline applications are not accepted. The upper age limit will be determined as on the closing date of the online application. PwBD candidates are eligible for age relaxation of up to 10 years for posts identified as suitable or reserved for them. Reservation and suitability details for PwBD vacancies should be verified from the detailed advertisement. In case of any discrepancy between the indicative advertisement and the detailed advertisement, the detailed advertisement issued by UPSC shall prevail, unless a corrigendum is published. Keep all original certificates ready for verification whenever called by the Commission. Submit the online application before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Job Description

Introduction The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Indicative Advertisement No. 09/2026 inviting online applications for 40 vacancies across various technical, scientific, engineering and medical posts. The recruitment includes positions such as Agricultural Engineer, Medical Officer/Research Officer (Unani), Scientist 'B', Civilian Medical Officer, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor, Assistant Industrial Adviser and Veterinary Assistant Surgeon. Eligible candidates can apply online through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal from 25 July 2026 to 14 August 2026. Vacancy Overview UPSC has announced 40 vacancies distributed across 12 different posts. Post Name Vacancies Agricultural Engineer 1 Medical Officer/Research Officer (Unani) 4 Scientist 'B' (Botany) 1 Scientist 'B' (Environmental Science) 1 Scientist 'B' (Geology) 1 Scientist 'B' (Physics) 1 Scientist 'B' (Zoology) 1 Civilian Medical Officer 18 Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Immuno-Haematology & Blood Transfusion) 5 Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Surgical Oncology) 1 Assistant Industrial Adviser 2 Veterinary Assistant Surgeon 4 Total 40 The notification also provides reservation details for General, OBC, SC, ST and EWS categories for individual posts. Eligibility Candidates must fulfill the eligibility conditions prescribed for the respective post before applying. Educational Qualification Educational qualification varies according to the post. Applicants must possess the prescribed qualification and experience (where applicable) mentioned in the detailed UPSC advertisement. Other Eligibility Candidates should satisfy all eligibility conditions on the closing date of the online application. Applicants are advised to verify the detailed advertisement before submitting the application form. Age Limit The age limit differs depending on the advertised post. Criteria Details Upper Age Limit 33 to 43 Years (depending on the post and category) The crucial date for determining the age limit is the closing date of online application submission. PwBD candidates are eligible for up to 10 years of age relaxation for posts identified as suitable or reserved for them. Other category-wise relaxations are applicable as per UPSC and Government of India rules. Salary Selected candidates will receive salary under the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) Pay Matrix. Post Pay Level Agricultural Engineer Level-07 Medical Officer/Research Officer (Unani) Level-10 + NPA Scientist 'B' Level-10 Civilian Medical Officer Level-10 + NPA Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor Level-11 + NPA Assistant Industrial Adviser Level-10 Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Level-10 + NPA The applicable pay level depends on the post selected. Certain medical posts also carry Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA). Selection Process The recruitment will be conducted through Direct Recruitment by Selection. The selection process includes: Shortlisting of eligible applications. Interview / Personality Test. Document Verification. Final Selection based on UPSC norms. The uploaded notification does not prescribe any written examination for these posts. Application Process Candidates should follow the steps below to complete the online application: Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal. Register or log in to your account. Open Indicative Advertisement No. 09/2026. Select the desired post using the relevant Vacancy Number. Fill in personal, educational and category details correctly. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents. Pay the application fee, if applicable. Verify all information before final submission. Submit the application on or before 14 August 2026. Download and retain a copy of the submitted application form for future reference. Important Dates Event Date Notification Release Date 25 July 2026 Online Application Start Date 25 July 2026 Last Date to Apply Online 14 August 2026 Conclusion The UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 40 Agricultural Engineer, Scientist & Other Posts provides an opportunity for eligible candidates to join various Central Government departments through Direct Recruitment by Selection. The recruitment covers engineering, scientific, medical and administrative positions with pay levels ranging from Level-07 to Level-11 under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Interested candidates should carefully read the detailed UPSC advertisement, ensure they meet the eligibility requirements and complete the online application before 14 August 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

About this Recruitment

The UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 40 Agricultural Engineer, Scientist & Other Posts notification has been released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) under Indicative Advertisement No. 09/2026. Through this recruitment drive, UPSC has invited online applications for 40 vacancies across multiple Group 'A' and other posts, including Agricultural Engineer, Medical Officer/Research Officer (Unani), Scientist 'B', Civilian Medical Officer, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor, Assistant Industrial Adviser, and Veterinary Assistant Surgeon. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their applications online from 25 July 2026 to 14 August 2026 through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal. This recruitment offers opportunities in various government departments at different locations across India. The notification includes vacancies for technical, scientific, engineering, medical and administrative positions. Candidates should carefully verify the eligibility conditions prescribed for the post they wish to apply for before submitting the online application. Since the educational qualifications and experience requirements vary according to the post, applicants are advised to refer to the detailed UPSC advertisement for complete eligibility details. According to the notification, the recruitment includes 40 vacancies distributed among twelve different posts. The largest number of vacancies has been announced for the Civilian Medical Officer post, followed by Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon, Medical Officer/Research Officer (Unani) and several Scientist 'B' disciplines. Reservation has also been provided for various categories including General, OBC, SC, ST and EWS, while certain vacancies have been identified for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) as specified in the advertisement. The salary for selected candidates will be provided according to the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC). Depending on the post, candidates will be appointed in Pay Level-07, Level-10 or Level-11 of the Pay Matrix. Certain medical posts such as Medical Officer/Research Officer (Unani), Civilian Medical Officer, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor and Veterinary Assistant Surgeon also carry Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) in addition to the applicable pay level. The age limit differs depending on the advertised post and category. As mentioned in the notification, the upper age limit ranges from 33 years to 43 years, while PwBD candidates are eligible for age relaxation of up to 10 years for vacancies identified as suitable or reserved for them. Candidates belonging to reserved categories should verify applicable relaxations from the detailed advertisement before applying. The selection process for UPSC Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through Direct Recruitment by Selection. The notification states that the recruitment generally involves shortlisting of applications followed by an interview or personality test, in accordance with UPSC recruitment procedures. The uploaded notification does not prescribe any written examination for these posts. Final selection will be subject to document verification and fulfillment of all eligibility conditions prescribed by the Commission. Candidates should complete the online application process through the UPSC ORA portal before the closing date of 14 August 2026. During the application process, applicants should upload all required documents, educational certificates, photograph, signature and other supporting records in the prescribed format. It is advisable to verify all details carefully before final submission because incomplete or incorrect applications may be rejected. Applicants should also keep a printed copy of the submitted application form for future reference. The UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 40 Agricultural Engineer, Scientist & Other Posts presents a valuable opportunity for eligible candidates seeking technical, scientific, engineering and medical positions in various Central Government departments.