UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for Assistant Professor, Scientific Officer & Other Posts – Apply Online

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 03/2026 inviting online applications from eligible candidates for various technical and engineering posts including Scientist-B, Scientific Officer, Superintending Archaeological Engineer and Assistant Professor. A total of 5 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment.

Interested candidates possessing relevant qualifications such as B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech or Master’s Degree in Physics can apply online through the official UPSC website before the last date 15 May 2026.

Overview of UPSC Recruitment 2026

OrganisationUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Advertisement No.03/2026
Post NameScientist-B, Scientific Officer, Assistant Professor & More
Total Posts05
Application ModeOnline
Job TypeCentral Government Job
Selection ProcessRecruitment Test (if required) & Interview
Official Websitehttps://upsc.gov.in

Important Dates

Notification Release Date25 April 2026
Online Application Start Date25 April 2026
Last Date to Apply Online15 May 2026

Vacancy Details of UPSC Recruitment 2026

Post NameNo. of Posts
Scientist-B (Mechanical)1
Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive)1
Superintending Archaeological Engineer2
Assistant Professor, Civil Engineering (Survey)1
Total5

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Eligibility Criteria for UPSC Recruitment 2026

PostQualificationExperience
Scientist-B (Mechanical)Master’s Degree in Physics OR B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Metallurgical Engineering1–2 years experience in testing/calibration or metrology work
Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive)Master’s Degree in Physics OR B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Mechanical/Metallurgy1 year experience in Non-Destructive Testing or related laboratory work
Superintending Archaeological EngineerBachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering8 years experience in civil engineering works in Government or heritage sites
Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering – Survey)B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering + M.E./M.Tech in Geo Informatics / Survey TechnologyFirst class at Bachelor’s or Master’s level

Application Fee

CategoryApplication Fee
General / OBC (Male)₹25/-
SC / STNil
Women CandidatesNil

Age Limit

Age LimitAs per UPSC norms
Age RelaxationApplicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per Government rules

Salary Details

PostPay Level
Scientist-BLevel-10 Pay Matrix (7th CPC)
Scientific OfficerLevel-08 Pay Matrix
Superintending Archaeological EngineerLevel-11 Pay Matrix
Assistant ProfessorAcademic Level-10 Pay Matrix

Selection Process

Selection will be based on:

  1. Shortlisting of Applications
  2. Recruitment Test (if conducted)
  3. Personal Interview
  4. Document Verification

How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026

Candidates can apply online by following these steps:

  1. Visit the official UPSC website https://upsc.gov.in
  2. Open the Recruitment section.
  3. Find Advertisement No. 03/2026.
  4. Register and fill out the application form.
  5. Upload required documents such as photograph and certificates.
  6. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
  7. Submit the application before 15 May 2026.
  8. Take a printout of the application form for future reference.

Important Instructions

  1. Applications must be submitted only through online mode.
  2. Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying.
  3. All supporting documents must be uploaded correctly.
  4. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
  5. Candidates should regularly check the UPSC website for updates.