The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has begun the online application process for recruitment to multiple Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ posts across various ministries and departments of the Government of India under Advertisement No. 07/2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal available on the official websites.
The recruitment drive covers vacancies in several ministries, including Agriculture, Civil Aviation, Corporate Affairs, Defence, Health and Family Welfare, AYUSH, and Culture. The notification includes opportunities for candidates in specialist, engineering, legal, medical, archaeology, security, and administrative roles.
UPSC Recruitment 2026: Post-Wise Vacancy Details
The recruitment notification announces vacancies for the following posts:
| Post | Vacancies |
| Joint Director (Crops Development Directorate) | 6 |
| Medical Officer/Research Officer (Siddha) | 1 |
| Aeronautical Officer | 11 |
| Legal Officer | 12 |
| Company Prosecutor | 18 |
| Deputy Superintending Archaeologist | 2 |
| Senior Photographic Officer | 4 |
| Photographic Officer | 2 |
| Civilian Assistant Security Officer | 7 |
| Store Officer (Civilian) | 4 |
| Specialist Grade III (Orthopaedics) | 4 |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Cardiology) | 9 |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Cardio Vascular & Thoracic Surgery) | 4 |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Neurology) | 21 |
| Total vacancies | 105 |
UPSC Recruitment 2026: Who Is Eligible to Apply?
The educational qualifications differ according to the post. UPSC has invited applications from candidates with diverse academic qualifications, including:
- Engineering graduates are eligible to apply for Aeronautical Officer posts.
- Law graduates can apply for Legal Officer and Company Prosecutor positions.
- Medical professionals with the required postgraduate qualifications are eligible for Specialist Grade III posts.
- Graduates and postgraduates in fields such as archaeology, agriculture, photography, and other related disciplines can apply for various advertised positions.
- Most posts also require candidates to possess relevant professional experience in addition to the prescribed educational qualifications.
UPSC Recruitment 2026: Age Eligibility Criteria
The upper age limit varies depending on the post and the applicant’s category. For different positions, the maximum age ranges from 30 to 45 years. Candidates belonging to reserved categories and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are eligible for age relaxation in accordance with Government of India rules.
UPSC Recruitment 2026: Pay Scale for Various Posts
Selected candidates will be placed in pay levels under the 7th Central Pay Commission, with salaries ranging from Level 7 to Level 11, depending on the post. In addition to the basic pay, certain medical positions are also eligible for a Non-Practising Allowance (NPA) as per applicable government rules.
UPSC Recruitment 2026: How to Apply Online
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal by completing the registration process, filling out the application form, uploading the required documents, and paying the applicable application fee, if required. Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and post-specific requirements before applying.
Before submitting the application, applicants should thoroughly read the official notification for detailed information on educational qualifications, work experience, reservation provisions, age relaxation, and other applicable terms and conditions for each post.