Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 05/2026 for recruitment to 194 vacancies across 32 different posts including Airworthiness Officer, Deputy Controller of Explosive, Manager (Mail Motor Service), Scientist-B, Associate Professor, and many more.
These posts are spread across various Central Government Ministries and Departments including DGCA, PESO, IMD, ASI, Ministry of Defence, and MSME. The online application process is open from 23 May 2026 to 12 June 2026 (up to 1800 Hrs). Candidates with qualifications ranging from B.E./B.Tech to Master’s Degree/Ph.D. in relevant disciplines can apply. Age limit varies by post, generally between 30 to 45 Years for unreserved candidates.
Important Dates
- Online Apply Start Date : 23 May 2026
- Online Apply Last Date : 12 June 2026 (up to 1800 Hrs)
- Last Date for Fee Payment : 12 June 2026
- Eligibility Cut-off Date : 12 June 2026
- Interview / Recruitment Test Date : Not Released Yet
- Admit Card : Before Exam
- Result Date : Not Released Yet
Application Fee
- General, EWS, OBC (Male Candidates) : ₹25/-
- SC, ST, PwBD, Women (All Categories) : ₹0/- (Exempted)
- Payment Mode : Online (UPI, Net Banking, Debit Card / Credit Card)
- Note : Fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age : As per post (generally 18 Years)
- Maximum Age : 30 to 45 Years (varies post-wise for UR/EWS candidates)
- SC / ST : 5 Years relaxation (for reserved vacancies)
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) : 3 Years relaxation (for reserved vacancies)
- PwBD : 10 Years relaxation (for reserved/suitable vacancies)
- Age is calculated as on the closing date i.e. 12 June 2026.
- Age relaxation for Ex-Servicemen and Central Government Employees as per official notification rules.
Eligibility Qualification
| Post Name | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Airworthiness Officer (DGCA) | Bachelor’s Degree in Physics/Mathematics/Aircraft Maintenance or Engineering Degree in Aeronautical/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Telecom + Valid AME License (Category B1 or B2) issued by DGCA |
| Deputy Controller of Explosive (PESO) | Degree in Chemical Engineering/Technology OR Master’s Degree in Chemistry from a recognized University/Institute |
| Manager (Mail Motor Service) | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Automobile Engineering from a recognized University/Institute |
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar & Veg Oils) | B.Tech/B.E. in Oil Technology OR B.Sc. with PG Diploma in Sugar Technology |
| Junior Technical Officer (Chemical Engg.) – NSI Kanpur | Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering from a recognized University/Institute |
| Scientific Officer (Mechanical) – NTH | Master’s Degree in Physics OR Degree in Mechanical Engineering OR Degree in Metallurgy |
| Deputy Superintending Archaeological Engineer (ASI) | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institute |
| Associate Professor – Electrical Engg. (CME Pune) | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in Electrical Engineering (Power System), First Class + Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering |
| Associate Professor – Mechanical Engg. (CME Pune) | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Heat Transfer/Thermal), First Class + Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering |
| Lecturer (Persian Language) – SFL | Master’s Degree in Persian Language from a recognized University/Institution |
| Lecturer (Tibetan Language) – SFL | Master’s Degree in Tibetan Language from a recognized University/Institution |
| Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences) – IMD | Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Atmospheric Sciences/Ocean Science/Hydrology/Radar & Microwave Engineering or related disciplines |
| Scientist-B (General Meteorology) – IMD | Master’s Degree in Science in Mathematics/Physics/Atmospheric Science/Meteorology |
| Scientist-B (Instrumentation) – IMD | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Electronics & Communication/Mechanical/IT/Instrumentation/Electrical/Computer Science |
| Deputy Director (Civil Engineering) – CICEF | Bachelor’s Degree OR Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institute |
| Joint Assistant Director (Police Wireless) | B.Tech/B.E./B.Sc. (Engg.) in Electronics/IT/Computer Science/ECE/Electrical (Telecom) OR Master’s Degree in Electronics/Computer Science/IT/AI/Physics with Electronics/Communication specialization |
| Assistant Executive Engineer – CGWB | Bachelor’s Degree in Drilling/Mining/Mechanical/Electrical/Civil/Agricultural Engineering or Petroleum Technology |
| Deputy Director of Mines Safety (Mining) | Degree in Mining Engineering OR pass in Section A & B of AMIE (Mining) + First Class Mine Manager’s Certificate (Unrestricted) |
| Assistant Director Grade-I/II (IEDS Chemical) – MSME | Master’s Degree in Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry OR Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Technology/Chemical Engineering |
For complete post-wise qualification details, candidates must read the official notification carefully.
Post Details
| Post Name | Department / Ministry | Pay Level (7th CPC) | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airworthiness Officer | DGCA, Ministry of Civil Aviation | Level 10 | 25 |
| Deputy Controller of Explosive | PESO, Ministry of Commerce & Industry | Level 10 | 44 |
| Manager (Mail Motor Service) | Department of Posts | Level 10 | 08 |
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar & Veg Oils) | Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & PD | Level 07 | 05 |
| Junior Technical Officer (Chemical Engg.) | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur | Level 10 | 01 |
| Scientific Officer (Mechanical) | National Test House | Level 08 | 02 |
| Deputy Superintending Archaeological Engineer | Archaeological Survey of India | Level 10 | 04 |
| Associate Professor (Electrical Engg.) | College of Military Engineering, Pune | Academic Level 13A1 | 01 |
| Associate Professor (Mechanical Engg.) | College of Military Engineering, Pune | Academic Level 13A1 | 01 |
| Lecturer (Persian Language) | School of Foreign Languages | Level 10 | 01 |
| Lecturer (Tibetan Language) | School of Foreign Languages | Level 10 | 01 |
| Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences) | IMD, Ministry of Earth Sciences | Level 10 | 07 |
| Scientist-B (General Meteorology) | IMD, Ministry of Earth Sciences | Level 10 | 30 |
| Scientist-B (Instrumentation) | IMD, Ministry of Earth Sciences | Level 10 | 09 |
| Deputy Director (Civil Engineering) | CICEF, Ministry of Fisheries | Level 11 | 03 |
| Joint Assistant Director | Directorate of Coordination (Police Wireless) | Level 08 | 06 |
| Assistant Executive Engineer | Central Ground Water Board | Level 10 | 02 |
| Deputy Director of Mines Safety (Mining) | DGMS, Ministry of Labour & Employment | Level 12 | 08 |
| Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS Chemical) | Office of DC, Ministry of MSME | Level 10 | 02 |
| Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS Chemical) | Office of DC, Ministry of MSME | — | 03 |
| Other Various Posts | Various Ministries/Departments | As per notification | Refer Notification |
| Total | — | — | 194 |
How to Apply Online for UPSC Recruitment 2026
- Candidates should read the official notification PDF carefully before applying.
- Apply through online mode only at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
- New users must first complete One-Time Account Registration and generate a Universal Registration Number (URN).
- Fill the Common Application Form (CAF) and then complete the post-specific vacancy module.
- Upload all required documents (photograph, signature, certificates) in the correct format.
- Pay the application fee of ₹25/- online (if applicable) before the last date.
- After successful submission, download the printout of the application form for future reference.
- All further communications (interview call letter, etc.) will be sent via registered email/SMS only.
Important Links
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| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Questions & Answers for UPSC Recruitment 2026
Q1. When did the online application for UPSC Recruitment 2026 start?
A1. The online application started from 23 May 2026.
Q2. What is the last date for UPSC Online Form 2026?
A2. The last date to apply online is 12 June 2026 (up to 1800 Hrs).
Q3. What is the age limit for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
A3. The age limit varies post-wise. Generally, the maximum age for unreserved candidates ranges from 30 Years to 45 Years, calculated as on 12 June 2026. Standard relaxation applies for SC/ST (5 Years), OBC (3 Years), and PwBD (10 Years) for reserved/suitable posts.
Q4. What is the eligibility for UPSC Vacancy 2026?
A4. Candidates must hold a B.E./B.Tech, B.Sc., Master’s Degree, or Ph.D. in the relevant discipline depending on the post applied for. Relevant work experience of 1 to 10 years is required for most posts. For more details, candidates are advised to read the official notification.
Q5. How many vacancies are there in UPSC Recruitment 2026?
A5. A total of 194 vacancies have been announced across 32 posts under Advertisement No. 05/2026 in various Central Government Ministries and Departments.
Q6. What is the application fee for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
A6. General, EWS, and OBC (male) candidates must pay ₹25/- online. SC, ST, PwBD, and all Women candidates are fully exempted from the application fee.
Q7. What is the selection process for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
A7. Selection will be done through Application Scrutiny, followed by a Recruitment Test (RT) (if the number of applications is large) and Personal Interview. Final merit is prepared with 80% weightage for RT and 20% for Interview wherever RT is held.
Q8. Is the UPSC Recruitment 2026 a permanent government job?
A8. Yes. These are permanent Central Government posts under Group A and Group B Gazetted (Non-Ministerial) categories with pay as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Level 7 to Level 13A1).