UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Various Posts
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Advertisement No. 11/2026 – Direct Recruitment by Selection
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited online recruitment applications for direct recruitment by selection to various posts under Advertisement No. 11/2026. The advertised vacancies include Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor, Assistant Editor, Specialist Grade-II, Assistant Public Prosecutor and Public Law Officer/District Litigation Officer/Law Officer.
Online applications are invited through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal. Applications for posts other than those under the Administration of UT of Ladakh close on 02 October 2026 at 6:00 PM, while the Ladakh post closes on 09 October 2026 at 6:00 PM.
- Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Advertisement No.: 11/2026
- Recruitment Type: Direct Recruitment by Selection
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Start Date: 12 September 2026
- Last Date: 02 October 2026, 6:00 PM
- Ladakh Post Last Date: 09 October 2026, 6:00 PM
- Application Fee: ₹25 for applicable candidates
- Women/SC/ST/PwBD Fee: Nil
- Selection: Shortlisting/Recruitment Test if held/Interview, as applicable
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission |
| Advertisement No. | 11/2026 |
| Recruitment Name | Recruitment by Selection |
| Posts | Various Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Portal | upsconline.nic.in |
| Application Start | 12 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 02 October 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Ladakh Last Date | 09 October 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting / Recruitment Test if held / Interview, as applicable |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | Not specified in the official notification. |
| Online Application Start Date | 12 September 2026 |
| Last Date – Posts other than Ladakh | 02 October 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Last Date – Ladakh Post | 09 October 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Interview Date | To be intimated separately |
| Exam / Recruitment Test Date | Not specified; Recruitment Test may be held if required. |
Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Post | Vacancy | Vacancy No. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Anatomy) | 4 | 26091101112 |
| 2 | Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (General Medicine) | 60 | 26091102112 |
| 3 | Assistant Editor | 2 | 26091103412 |
| 4 | Specialist Grade-II (Junior Scale) - Anaesthesiology | 1 | 26091104512 |
| 5 | Specialist Grade-II (Junior Scale) - Pediatrics | 1 | 26091105512 |
| 6 | Assistant Public Prosecutor | 140 | 26091106212 |
| 7 | Public Law Officer / District Litigation Officer / Law Officer | 4 | 26091107212 |
Post & Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Scale | Headquarters / Location |
|---|---|---|
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Anatomy) | Level-11 plus NPA in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC | Delhi; liable to serve anywhere in India |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (General Medicine) | Level-11 plus NPA in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC | Delhi; liable to serve anywhere in India |
| Assistant Editor | Level-07 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC | Nagpur, Maharashtra; service liability Anywhere in India |
| Specialist Grade-II (Junior Scale) - Anaesthesiology | Level-11 plus NPA in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC | New Delhi Municipal Council |
| Specialist Grade-II (Junior Scale) - Pediatrics | Level-11 plus NPA in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC | New Delhi Municipal Council |
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC | National Capital Territory of Delhi |
| Public Law Officer / District Litigation Officer / Law Officer | Level-8 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC | Union Territory of Ladakh |
Post-wise Eligibility Details
Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Anatomy) – 4 Vacancies
Vacancy No.: 26091101112
Reservation: UR-01, EWS-01, SC-02
Age: 40 years for UR/EWS and 45 years for SC.
Educational Qualification:
Post-Graduate degree in the concerned speciality or super-speciality mentioned in Section A of Schedule VI from a recognized Teaching Institute, including Master of Surgery (Anatomy), Doctor of Medicine (Anatomy), Diplomate National Board (Anatomy), MBBS with Master of Science (Anatomy), Master of Science (Medical Anatomy) with Doctor of Philosophy (Medical Anatomy), or Master of Science (Medical Anatomy) with Doctor of Science (Medical Anatomy).
Experience: At least three years' teaching experience as Senior Resident, Tutor, Demonstrator, Registrar, Assistant Professor or Lecturer in the concerned Specialty or Super Specialty in a recognized teaching institution after obtaining the first Post Graduate degree.
Duties: Teaching undergraduate/postgraduate medical students, conducting and guiding research work, rendering patient care and other duties assigned by the authorities.
Probation: One year.
Other Condition: Private practice of any kind is not allowed.
Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (General Medicine) – 60 Vacancies
Vacancy No.: 26091102112
Reservation: UR-13, EWS-10, OBC-30, SC-05, ST-02; PwBD-03
Age: 40 years for UR/EWS, 43 years for OBC and 45 years for SC/ST. Age further relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD.
Educational Qualification:
- Recognized MBBS degree qualification as specified in the notification.
- Post-Graduate degree in the concerned speciality or super-speciality, including Doctor of Medicine (Medicine), Doctor of Medicine (General Medicine) or Diplomate National Board (Medicine/General Medicine).
Experience: At least three years' teaching experience as Senior Resident, Tutor, Demonstrator, Registrar, Assistant Professor or Lecturer in the concerned Specialty or Super Specialty in a recognized teaching institution after obtaining the first Post Graduate degree.
Important: Teaching experience as General Duty Medical Officer or Medical Officer is not considered for eligibility for the teaching post.
Duties: Teaching undergraduate/postgraduate medical students, research work, patient care and other duties assigned by authorities.
Probation: One year.
Other Condition: Private practice is not allowed.
Assistant Editor – 2 Vacancies
Vacancy No.: 26091103412
Department: Indian Bureau of Mines, Ministry of Mines
Reservation: UR-01, SC-01; PwBD-01
Age: 30 years for UR and 35 years for SC. Age further relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD.
Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or Mass Communication from a recognized University or Institute; OR
- Bachelor's degree with Economics, Statistics or English as a subject and a diploma in Journalism or Mass Communication of at least one year from a recognized University or Institute.
Experience: Three years' experience of editing and publishing works in the book publishing field in a publishing house, newspaper, news agency, publicity organization or Government organization.
Desirable Qualification: Master's Degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Economics, Statistics or English. Experience with PageMaker, MS Office, Corel Draw, QuarkXPress or Photoshop is also desirable.
Duties: Editing technical literature, coordinating with authors, preparing newsletters and annual reports, preparing web-page extracts, interaction with media houses and tendering for printing publications.
Probation: Two years.
Specialist Grade-II (Junior Scale) – Anaesthesiology – 1 Vacancy
Vacancy No.: 26091104512
Organization: New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC)
Reservation: ST-01
Age: 50 years for ST. Age further relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD.
Educational Qualification:
- Recognized medical qualification as specified in the notification.
- Post Graduate degree/diploma in Anaesthesiology or equivalent, including M.D. (Anesthesiology), M.S. (Anesthesiology), D.A. and other qualifications specifically listed in the notification.
Experience: Three years' experience in the concerned specialty after obtaining the post graduate degree OR five years' experience after obtaining the post graduate diploma.
Duties: Patient care, conducting and guiding research work and other duties assigned by authorities.
Probation: One year.
Other Condition: Private practice is prohibited; NPA is allowed.
Specialist Grade-II (Junior Scale) – Pediatrics – 1 Vacancy
Vacancy No.: 26091105512
Organization: New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC)
Reservation: EWS-01
Age: 45 years for EWS. Age further relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD.
Educational Qualification:
- Recognized medical qualification as specified in the notification.
- Post Graduate degree/diploma in the concerned specialty, including M.D. (Paediatrics) or Diploma Paed. D.C.H.
Experience: Three years' experience in the concerned specialty after obtaining the post graduate degree OR five years' experience after obtaining the post graduate diploma.
Duties: Patient care, conducting and guiding research work and other duties assigned by authorities.
Probation: One year.
Other Condition: Private practice is prohibited; NPA is allowed.
Assistant Public Prosecutor – 140 Vacancies
Vacancy No.: 26091106212
Department: Directorate of Prosecution, Home Department, Government of NCT of Delhi
Reservation: UR-50, EWS-14, OBC-37, SC-30, ST-09; PwBD-08
Age: 35 years for UR/EWS, 38 years for OBC and 40 years for SC/ST. Age further relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD.
Educational Qualification: Degree in Law from a recognized University / Institute.
Experience: Three years' experience at the bar.
Desirable Qualification: Experience as Government Advocate.
Duties: Conduct cases in courts of Metropolitan Magistrates on behalf of Government of NCT of Delhi, teach law, advise police in criminal cases and maintain records/statistical information of criminal cases pending in Metropolitan Magistrate courts.
Probation: Two years.
Training: Mandatory induction training of at least two weeks for direct recruits for successful completion of probation.
Special Age Relaxation: Specific provisions are provided for eligible contractual employees working in the department, subject to the conditions specified in the notification.
Public Law Officer / District Litigation Officer / Law Officer – 4 Vacancies
Vacancy No.: 26091107212
Department: Law and Justice Department, Administration of UT of Ladakh
Reservation: ST-04; PwBD-01
Age: 40 years for ST. Age further relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD.
Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Law (Professional or integrated) from a university established by law in India with two years' actual practice at the bar, certified by the concerned Principal District and Sessions Judge, Registrar General of the concerned High Court or Supreme Court.
Duties: Providing legal opinions, vetting draft notifications, rules and regulations, participating in Departmental Promotion Committee work, drafting and vetting replies and communicating with the Ministry. The officer may also perform duties of District Litigation Officer for Leh and Kargil.
Probation: Two years.
Training: Mandatory induction training of at least two weeks for successful completion of probation.
Experience Requirements
| Post | Experience |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Anatomy) | At least 3 years' teaching experience after first Post Graduate degree |
| Assistant Professor (General Medicine) | At least 3 years' teaching experience after first Post Graduate degree |
| Assistant Editor | 3 years' editing and publishing experience |
| Specialist Grade-II Anaesthesiology | 3 years after PG degree OR 5 years after PG diploma |
| Specialist Grade-II Pediatrics | 3 years after PG degree OR 5 years after PG diploma |
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | 3 years' experience at the bar |
| Public Law Officer / District Litigation Officer / Law Officer | 2 years' actual practice at bar as specified in the qualification |
Age Limit
| Post | Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Anatomy) | 40 years UR/EWS; 45 years SC |
| Assistant Professor (General Medicine) | 40 years UR/EWS; 43 years OBC; 45 years SC/ST |
| Assistant Editor | 30 years UR; 35 years SC |
| Specialist Grade-II Anaesthesiology | 50 years ST |
| Specialist Grade-II Pediatrics | 45 years EWS |
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | 35 years UR/EWS; 38 years OBC; 40 years SC/ST |
| Public Law Officer / District Litigation Officer / Law Officer | 40 years ST |
PwBD candidates may receive age relaxation up to 10 years where applicable and subject to the conditions specified in the notification.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation / Provision |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | Generally up to 5 years, subject to applicable vacancy/rules |
| OBC | Generally up to 3 years, subject to applicable vacancy/rules |
| PwBD | Up to 10 years where the post is identified suitable, subject to notification conditions |
| Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned Officers | 5 years subject to prescribed conditions |
| Central Government Employees | As per prescribed Government instructions and conditions |
| Assistant Public Prosecutor Contractual Employees | Specific one-time relaxation provisions apply as stated in the notification |
Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Applicable candidates | ₹25 |
| Women candidates | Nil |
| SC / ST candidates | Nil |
| PwBD candidates | Nil |
| OBC / EWS / UR Male candidates | ₹25 |
Eligibility Summary
- Educational Qualification: Post-specific qualifications apply.
- Experience: Required for all advertised posts as specified above.
- Age: Post/category-specific age limits apply.
- Nationality: Citizenship requirements are specified in the official notification.
- PwBD: Only disabilities identified as suitable/reserved for the relevant post are applicable.
- Ladakh Post: Recruitment is exclusively for eligible Domiciles of UT of Ladakh.
Selection Process
Submit the required information and supporting documents through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal.
UPSC may shortlist candidates using the criteria specified in the notification when applications are large in number.
A Recruitment Test may be held where required. The minimum suitability level is decided by the Commission case-by-case.
Shortlisted candidates may be called for interview. Interview dates will be intimated separately.
Interview / Qualifying Criteria
| Category | Minimum Interview Suitability |
|---|---|
| UR | 50 marks out of 100 |
| OBC | 45 marks out of 100 |
| SC/ST/PH | 40 marks out of 100 |
Where a Recruitment Test is followed by an interview, candidates must achieve the minimum suitability level at both stages. The minimum suitability level for the Recruitment Test is decided by the Commission on a case-to-case basis.
Documents Required
- Matriculation / 10th certificate or equivalent document showing Date of Birth
- Educational qualification certificates and marksheets
- Caste certificate, wherever applicable
- PwBD / disability certificate, wherever applicable
- Experience certificate
- Desirable qualification documents, wherever applicable
- Age relaxation certificate, wherever applicable
- Professional registration / language / publication / other claim documents, wherever applicable
- Valid Photo ID details
- Other supporting documents required for claims made in the application
How to Apply
- Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal.
- Create/complete the required Universal Registration Number (URN) profile.
- Complete the Common Application Form (CAF).
- Select the relevant post/vacancy-specific application.
- Enter personal, educational and experience details carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents according to the portal instructions.
- Pay the applicable ₹25 application fee, if required.
- Review all information before final submission.
- Submit the online application before the applicable closing date.
- Take a printout of the finally submitted application and retain it for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Eligibility is determined as of the prescribed closing date of the online application.
- Candidates must provide correct and complete information in the online application.
- Wrong information may result in rejection and debarment by the Commission.
- Applications cannot be withdrawn after submission.
- No correction/alteration/modification is allowed after submission of the application.
- Candidates should use a correct and active email address because correspondence is made through email.
- A Photo ID document must be provided in the URN profile.
- Candidates should retain the URN and post-specific Application Number.
- Candidates shortlisted for interview must bring the required printout and documents.
- Private practice is prohibited for the applicable medical posts as specified in the notification.
- The Ladakh post requires the prescribed UT of Ladakh domicile.
- False claims, fabricated documents or suppression of material information may result in rejection and debarment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is UPSC Advertisement No. 11/2026?
It is a UPSC recruitment advertisement inviting online applications for direct recruitment by selection to various advertised posts.
When does the application process start?
The online recruitment application process starts from 12 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
For posts other than the Ladakh post, the closing date is 02 October 2026 at 6:00 PM. For the post under the Administration of UT of Ladakh, the closing date is 09 October 2026 at 6:00 PM.
What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹25 for applicable candidates. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted from payment of the fee.
Is there an examination?
The notification provides that UPSC may hold a Recruitment Test where required. No specific exam pattern or examination date is prescribed in this advertisement.
What is the selection process?
Selection is by recruitment by selection. Depending on the post and number of applications, UPSC may shortlist candidates, conduct a Recruitment Test if required and call shortlisted candidates for interview.
Can candidates apply offline?
No. Applications are required to be submitted online through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal.
Is the Ladakh post open to all candidates?
No. The Public Law Officer/District Litigation Officer/Law Officer recruitment is exclusively for eligible Domiciles of the Union Territory of Ladakh, subject to the domicile requirements in the notification.
Can the application be withdrawn after submission?
No. Candidates are not allowed to withdraw the application after submission.
Don't Miss the Deadline!
Check the eligibility and post-specific requirements carefully before submitting your UPSC Recruitment 2026 application.
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Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Advertisement: Advertisement No. 11/2026
Application Portal: https://upsconline.nic.in
Official Website: https://upsc.gov.in
Disclaimer: This post is prepared from the official UPSC recruitment notification for informational purposes. Candidates should read the complete official notification and verify eligibility, vacancy, dates, documents, fees and other requirements from the official website before applying.