UPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Assistant Professor, Scientific Officer & Other Posts | Full Notification, Eligibility, Last Date
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the latest recruitment notification for Assistant Professor, Scientific Officer, and other posts under UPSC Recruitment 2026.
Eligible candidates holding qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, or Master’s Degree in relevant disciplines can apply online through the official UPSC portal.
The online application process has started and candidates must complete their registration before the closing date.
📊 UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights
- 📌 Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- 📌 Post Name: Assistant Professor, Scientific Officer & Other Posts
- 📌 Total Vacancies: 05 Posts
- 📌 Job Type: Central Government Job
- 📌 Application Mode: Online
- 📌 Official Website: upsc.gov.in
- 📌 Last Date to Apply: 15 May 2026
📅 Important Dates
- 🟢 Application Start Date: 25 April 2026
- 🔴 Last Date to Apply Online: 15 May 2026
- 📄 Notification Release Date: April 2026
🧾 Vacancy Details (Post Wise)
- Scientist-B (Mechanical)
- Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive Testing)
- Superintending Archaeological Engineer
- Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering – Survey)
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following educational qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Physics OR
- B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical or Metallurgical Engineering OR
- M.E./M.Tech in relevant specializations
📌 Experience Requirement:
Some posts require 1 to 8 years of relevant work experience depending on the position.
💰 UPSC Salary 2026
Selected candidates will receive salary as per 7th Pay Commission:
- Level 08 to Level 11 Pay Matrix
- Academic Level 10 (for Assistant Professor posts)
🎯 Age Limit
- Age limit varies by post
- Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates as per government rules
🧪 Selection Process
The selection process may include:
- Shortlisting based on qualifications & experience
- Recruitment Test (if required)
- Interview / Personality Test
- Final Selection List
🖥️ How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official UPSC website: https://upsc.gov.in
- Go to the “Recruitment” or “Apply Online” section
- Register using One Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill out the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and download confirmation
📌 Application Fee
- General/OBC: ₹25 (Male candidates only)
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: No Fee
🔥 Why This UPSC Recruitment is Important?
This UPSC notification is a great opportunity for candidates seeking:
- Central Government Jobs
- Engineering & Academic Careers
- Research & Technical Positions
- High Pay Scale Government Posts