The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 07/2026 inviting online applications for recruitment to various Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ Central Government posts. The notification includes vacancies for Drug Inspector, Assistant Engineer, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor, Legal Officer, Aeronautical Officer, Company Prosecutor, and several other posts across different Ministries and Departments.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) Portal before the closing date.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 07/2026 |
| Recruitment | Direct Recruitment |
| Major Posts | Drug Inspector, Assistant Engineer, Specialist Grade III, Legal Officer, Company Prosecutor, Aeronautical Officer & Others |
| Total Vacancies | 450 Vacancies (54 Posts) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 25 June 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 25 June 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 17 July 2026 (06:00 PM)
Candidates should submit their applications well before the closing time to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Major Vacancies
Some of the key posts include:
- Drug Inspector – 186 Posts
- Assistant Engineer (Civil)
- Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Various Specialties)
- Company Prosecutor
- Legal Officer
- Aeronautical Officer
- Sub-Regional Employment Officer
- Medical Officer / Research Officer
- Other Group ‘A’ & Group ‘B’ Posts
Educational Qualification
Educational qualifications vary according to the post and include:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- B.E./B.Tech
- B.Pharm / Pharmaceutical Sciences
- MBBS with Postgraduate Degree (for Specialist posts)
- Law Degree
- Master’s Degree
- Other professional qualifications as specified in the notification.
Candidates should refer to the official notification for post-wise eligibility requirements.
Age Limit
The age limit varies depending on the post.
Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD and other eligible categories as per Government of India rules.
Selection Process
Selection may consist of:
- Recruitment Test (where applicable)
- Shortlisting of Applications
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination (if applicable)
The exact selection process differs by post.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary as per the applicable 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Level for the respective post, along with admissible Government allowances and benefits.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹25
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female Candidates: No Application Fee
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC ORA Portal.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR), if not already registered.
- Log in using your registered credentials.
- Select Advertisement No. 07/2026 and choose the desired post.
- Fill in the online application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the application before 17 July 2026 (06:00 PM) and download the confirmation page.
Important Links
Official UPSC Website: https://upsc.gov.in
Official UPSC ORA Portal (Apply Online): https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/
Official Recruitment Advertisement: Advertisement No. 07/2026, available under the Recruitment Advertisements section on the UPSC website.
Note
Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification carefully before applying. Ensure that your educational qualification, age, experience (where applicable), and other eligibility conditions meet the requirements for the post before submitting the online application.