UPSC Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 40 Posts | Agricultural Engineer, Scientist, Medical Officer Notification
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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially published Indicative Advertisement No. 09/2026 for 40 openings including Agricultural Engineer, Scientist 'B', Medical Officer, and Assistant Industrial Adviser positions. Eligible professionals can submit their applications online through the ORA portal up to August 14, 2026.
📄 Overview
The Union Public Service Commission has initiated a major recruitment drive under Advertisement No. 09/2026 to fill 40 central government vacancies across 12 distinct professional designations. This includes roles such as Agricultural Engineer, Scientist 'B' in various streams, Medical Officers, Assistant Industrial Advisers, and Specialist Grade III Assistant Professors. Aspirants seeking prestigious Central Government Jobs can apply through the official online recruitment application platform before the window closes. Compensation ranges from Pay Level-07 to Level-11 as per the 7th CPC guidelines, with additional allowances like NPA applicable for specific medical positions.
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Agricultural Engineer, Scientist, Medical Officer & More |
| Total Vacancies | 40 Posts |
| Job Location | All India (New Delhi, Lucknow, Puducherry, etc.) |
| Apply Mode | Online (upsconline.nic.in/ora) |
| Category | Central Government Jobs |
| Official Website | https://www.upsc.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Notification Date | July 25, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | July 25, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | August 14, 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | August 14, 2026 |
| Exam / Interview Date | To be notified later |
🤝 Vacancy Details
A total of 40 vacancies have been announced across 12 specialized job categories. The post-wise allocation is structured as follows:
| Post Name / Category | Vacancies | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Engineer | 1 | OBC |
| Medical Officer / Research Officer (Unani) | 4 | UR-01, EWS-01, OBC-01, SC-01 |
| Scientist 'B' (Botany) | 1 | UR |
| Scientist 'B' (Environmental Science) | 1 | UR |
| Scientist 'B' (Geology) | 1 | UR |
| Scientist 'B' (Physics) | 1 | OBC |
| Scientist 'B' (Zoology) | 1 | SC |
| Civilian Medical Officer | 18 | UR-06, EWS-03, OBC-04, SC-03, ST-02 |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Immuno-Haematology & Blood Transfusion) | 5 | UR-04, OBC-01 |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Surgical Oncology) | 1 | OBC |
| Assistant Industrial Adviser | 2 | UR |
| Veterinary Assistant Surgeon | 4 | UR-02, OBC-01, SC-01 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must possess the requisite educational qualifications and experience corresponding to their chosen discipline as mandated in the official advertisement.
- Agricultural Engineer: Degree in Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering with 2 years of relevant experience in testing/evaluation or teaching.
- Medical Officer (Unani): Degree in Unani Medicine with valid registration on the Central/State Register.
- Scientist 'B': Master’s Degree in the relevant scientific discipline (Botany, Environmental Science, Geology, Physics, or Zoology) with 3 years of research experience.
- Civilian Medical Officer: Recognized MBBS degree with compulsory rotating internship completion.
- Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor: MBBS with postgraduate degree/diploma (MD/DNB) in the specialty and requisite teaching/senior residency experience.
- Assistant Industrial Adviser: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Metallurgical, or ECE Engineering with 3 years of industrial/research experience.
- Veterinary Assistant Surgeon: Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry with registration in the Veterinary Council.
🔞 Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 Years (Varies by specific post requirements) |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 33 to 43 Years (Post-wise variation) |
| Age Relaxation | Up to 10 years for PwBD, 5 years for SC/ST, and 3 years for OBC candidates as per rules |
💸 Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹25/- (Remission of fee for female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / Female / PwBD | ₹0/- (Nil) |
🎯 Selection Process
The selection methodology relies on direct recruitment through shortlisting and personal interviews, or through a recruitment test followed by an interview where applicable.
- Screening and Shortlisting of Applications
- Recruitment Test (RT) if specified for certain technical posts
- Personal Interview (Minimum qualifying marks: 50 for UR, 45 for OBC, 40 for SC/ST/PwBD)
- Document Verification and Final Merit Generation
📄 Required Documents
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before filling the online application form:
- Valid scanned photograph and signature
- Matriculation / Birth Certificate for Age Proof
- Degree Certificates and Mark Sheets for all Educational Qualifications
- Valid Registration Certificates (Medical, Veterinary, etc. if applicable)
- Experience Certificates covering required tenure
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD) in prescribed format
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- Navigate to the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) website at upsconline.nic.in/ora.
- Locate and select Indicative Advertisement No. 09/2026 from the active notifications list.
- Choose your specific post using the corresponding Vacancy Number.
- Complete the ORA registration and login to fill out personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Submit the application fee online (if applicable) and confirm final submission before August 14, 2026.
