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UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 34 Assistant Executive Engineer, Research Officer and More Posts

Publish: 18 August 2026, 3:35 pm IST | Views: Page View 1

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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the  recruitment 2026 notification for 34 vacancies across various posts. The online application process will be conducted from 08-08-2026 to 28-08-2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, upsc.gov.in. The 
 recruitment drive includes Assistant Executive Engineer, Research Officer, Superintendent Translation, Soil Conservation Assistant, and other positions. 

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 10/2026, inviting online applications for recruitment by selection to 7 posts across various central government ministries and the Union Territory of Ladakh administration, with a total of 34 vacancies. Posts include Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil and Electronics), Assistant Director (Engineering), Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch), Research Officer, Horticulture Development Officer, and Soil Conservation Assistant. Eligible candidates can apply online through the Commission's website upsconline.nic.in/ora from 08-08-2026. The last date to apply is 28-08-2026 (for posts other than those under UT of Ladakh) and 04-09-2026 (for posts under UT of Ladakh). Job locations vary by post and include Noida, New Delhi, Kolkata, and Union Territory of Ladakh

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi has released Indicative Advertisement No. 10/2026 for direct recruitment by selection to 7 different posts with 34 vacancies. The recruitment includes Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil), Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics), Assistant Director (Engineering), Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch), Research Officer, Horticulture Development Officer, and Soil Conservation Assistant. The notification provides details regarding post-wise vacancies, pay levels, age limits, PwBD reservation, application procedure, and important dates. Candidates are advised to read the detailed advertisement available on the UPSC website carefully for post-wise educational qualifications, application fee, reservation, and other eligibility conditions before applying

UPSC  recruitment 2026 Age Limit

PostUpper Age Limit
Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)38 years (OBC)
Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics)35 years (UR), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC), 40 years (ST)
Assistant Director (Engineering)30 years (UR)
Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch)35 years (UR)
Research Officer35 years (UR), 35 years (EWS), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC)
Horticulture Development Officer40 years (ST)
Soil Conservation Assistant40 years (ST)

UPSC Recruitment 2026 Salary

PostPay Level (7th CPC)
Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)Level 10
Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics)Level 10
Assistant Director (Engineering)Level 07
Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch)Level 10
Research OfficerLevel 10
Horticulture Development OfficerLevel 08
Soil Conservation AssistantLevel 08

UPSC Recruitment 2026 Overview

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Advertisement No.10/2026
Recruitment TypeRecruitment by Selection
Total Posts7
Total Vacancies34
Application ModeOnline
Application Start Date08-08-2026
Last Date to Apply28-08-2026 (non-Ladakh posts); 04-09-2026 (Ladakh posts)
Official Websiteupsconline.nic.in/ora

UPSC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Start of Online Application08-08-2026
Last Date to Apply (non-Ladakh posts)28-08-2026, 1800 Hrs
Last Date to Apply (Ladakh posts)04-09-2026
Interview/RT DateNot specified in the notification; to be intimated separately

UPSC Vacancy 2026 - Post Details

S. No.Post NameNo. of Posts
1Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)1 (OBC-1)
2Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics)9 (UR-4, OBC-3, SC-1, ST-1; incl. PwBD-1)
3Assistant Director (Engineering)1 (UR-1)
4Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch)1 (UR-1)
5Research Officer11 (UR-7, EWS-1, OBC-2, SC-1; incl. PwBD-1)
6Horticulture Development Officer4 (ST-4)
7Soil Conservation Assistant7 (ST-7)

Posts 1, 3, and 4 are not reserved for any category but are identified as suitable for PwBD candidates. Post 6 and Post 7 are exclusively for Domiciles of the Union Territory of Ladakh.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

PostEssential QualificationExperience Required
Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or equivalent (AMIE Section A&B enrolled up to 31.05.2013 also eligible)2 years' supervisory experience in design, maintenance and construction of structural and RCC works
Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics)Degree in Telecommunications/Electronics/Electronics & Communications Engineering (IETE or Section A&B of Institution of Engineers, enrolled up to 31.05.2013, also eligible)2 years' supervisory experience in radio aids to navigation
Assistant Director (Engineering)Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering2 years' experience in civil engineering works (incl. harbour engineering) or maintenance/operation of cranes, diesel locos, marine engines and ancillary machines
Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch)Master's Degree in Law (or Bachelor's Degree in Law with longer experience, per two alternative routes in the notification) plus Hindi-medium schooling/Hindi as a subject condition2 years (Master's route) or 4 years (Bachelor's route) in judicial service, legal affairs, legal practice, law teaching or Hindi translation/drafting of statutes
Research OfficerMaster's Degree in Geography/Geology/Applied Geology/Geoinformatics/GIS & Remote Sensing/Geomatics/Geospatial Technology, with Geography or Geology studied in all years at bachelor's level5 years' experience in geographical/cartographical teaching or research involving data collection and map preparation
Horticulture Development OfficerBachelor in Horticulture Science or Bachelor in Agriculture ScienceNot specified in the notification
Soil Conservation AssistantBSc Agriculture/Horticulture, or BSc/MSc Soil Science, or BE/BTech Agricultural EngineeringNot specified in the notification

UPSC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

UPSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

Selection is made by interview, or by Recruitment Test (RT)/Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) followed by interview, depending on the post; the notification does not specify which mode applies to each individual post above. Category-wise minimum level of suitability in the interview (out of 100 marks) is UR-50, OBC-45, and SC/ST/PwBD-40. Where an RT is held, candidates must meet the minimum qualifying level at both the RT and interview stages.

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UPSC Recruitment 2026 Documents Required

How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026

  1. Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal at upsconline.nic.in/ora
  2. Complete Account creation, Universal Registration, and the Common Application Form (CAF) - these are common to all UPSC recruitments
  3. Fill the post/vacancy-specific fourth module for the desired post within the application period
  4. Upload photograph, live photo capture, and signature as per the specified instructions
  5. Upload supporting documents/certificates for all claims made (date of birth, category, qualification, experience, disability, etc.)
  6. Submit the application before the closing date; applications cannot be withdrawn or edited after submission
  7. Take a printout of the finally submitted online application for future reference

UPSC Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions

Candidates holding a degree or postgraduate qualification in Engineering can also explore more Engineering Government Jobs and UPSC Govt Jobs available across India. Those with a background in Law can check the latest Law Government jobs  and Legal Officer Jobs for similar openings. Candidates qualified in Geography, Geology, or related sciences can browse more Research Officer Jobs and MSc Government Jobs matching their qualification. Applicants interested in agriculture and horticulture roles can also explore Agriculture Government Jobs, and those seeking postings in the region can check Union Territory of Ladakh Government Jobs for more opportunities

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