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.
Vacancy Details
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Examination Name | UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | Indicative Advertisement No. 09/2026 |
| Post Name |
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| Total Vacancies | 40 Posts |
| Job Type | Government |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Location | All India |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 25 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 25 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 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.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| PwBD | Up to 10 Years (for posts identified as suitable/reserved) |
| SC | As per UPSC Rules |
| ST | As per UPSC Rules |
| OBC | As per UPSC Rules |
| EWS | As per UPSC Rules |
| Others | As per Government Rules |
Salary Structure
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Agricultural Engineer | Level-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 Officer | Level-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 Adviser | Level-10 |
| Veterinary Assistant Surgeon | Level-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
- 1Shortlisting of Applications
- 2Interview / Personality Test
- 3Document Verification
- 4Final Selection
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | Not Mentioned | Not Mentioned | Not Applicable |
| Interview / Personality Test | Not Mentioned | Not Mentioned | As 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.
