UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out, Apply Online for 212 Specialist, Assistant Professor & Other Posts

UPSC Recruitment 2026 notification is out for 212 Specialist, Assistant Professor, Assistant Editor, APP and Law Officer posts. Apply online from 12 September to 2 October 2026.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – 212 Vacancies

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the UPSC Recruitment 2026 notification for recruitment by selection to 212 vacancies under Advertisement No. 11/2026. The recruitment includes Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor, Assistant Editor, Specialist Grade II, Assistant Public Prosecutor and Public Law Officer/District Litigation Officer/Law Officer posts.

The UPSC online application process will begin on 12 September 2026. Candidates interested and eligible for the advertised posts can submit their applications through the UPSC online recruitment portal. The last date to apply for most posts is 2 October 2026 up to 6:00 PM, while the closing date for the post under the UT of Ladakh is 9 October 2026.

Candidates should carefully check the post-wise educational qualification, age limit, experience, reservation, fee and other eligibility conditions before submitting the application.

UPSC Vacancy 2026 – Post-wise Details

UPSC has announced 212 vacancies across seven different posts under Advertisement No. 11/2026.

The largest vacancy is for Assistant Public Prosecutor, with 140 posts, followed by Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (General Medicine) with 60 posts.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility requirements vary considerably according to the post. Candidates should refer to the detailed UPSC notification for the exact qualification, experience, age and reservation conditions applicable to their category.

1. Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor – Anatomy

Age Limit: Up to 40 years for UR/EWS candidates and up to 45 years for eligible SC candidates, subject to the conditions prescribed in the notification.

Educational Qualification: Candidates should possess the prescribed postgraduate qualification in Anatomy, such as an applicable MS/MD/DNB qualification or other qualification specified by UPSC.

Experience: At least 3 years of teaching experience in the relevant specialty after obtaining the first postgraduate degree, in the positions specified by UPSC.

Pay: Level-11 of the 7th CPC plus NPA, as applicable.

Headquarters: Delhi, with liability to serve anywhere in India.

2. Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor – General Medicine

Age Limit: Up to 40 years for UR/EWS, 43 years for OBC and 45 years for SC/ST candidates, with applicable relaxation for PwBD candidates.

Educational Qualification: Recognised MBBS degree along with the prescribed postgraduate qualification in Medicine/General Medicine, such as MD/DNB.

Experience: At least 3 years of teaching experience in the relevant specialty after the first postgraduate degree. Experience as a General Duty Medical Officer/Medical Officer is not counted for this requirement.

Pay: Level-11 of the 7th CPC plus NPA, as applicable.

Headquarters: Delhi, with liability to serve anywhere in India.

3. Assistant Editor – Indian Bureau of Mines

Age Limit: Up to 30 years for UR candidates and 35 years for eligible SC candidates, with applicable PwBD relaxation.

Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism/Mass Communication, or a bachelor’s degree with Economics, Statistics or English along with the prescribed one-year diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication.

Experience: At least 3 years of relevant experience in editing and publishing with a publishing house, newspaper, news agency, publicity organization or government organization.

Desirable Qualification: Master’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Economics, Statistics or English and knowledge/experience of relevant publishing software may be desirable.

Pay: Level-07 of the 7th CPC.

Headquarters: Nagpur, Maharashtra, with service liability anywhere in India.

4. Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Anaesthesiology

Organization: New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC)

Age Limit: Up to 50 years for eligible ST candidates, with applicable relaxation for PwBD candidates.

Educational Qualification: Recognised medical qualification along with the prescribed postgraduate degree/diploma in Anaesthesiology.

Experience: Generally, 3 years’ experience after a postgraduate degree or 5 years after a postgraduate diploma, subject to the notification’s specific conditions.

Pay: Level-11 of the 7th CPC plus NPA, as applicable.

5. Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Paediatrics

Organization: New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC)

Age Limit: Up to 45 years for eligible EWS candidates, with applicable PwBD relaxation.

Educational Qualification: Recognised medical qualification with the prescribed postgraduate degree/diploma in Paediatrics.

Experience: 3 years after a postgraduate degree or 5 years after a postgraduate diploma, subject to the conditions mentioned in the notification.

Pay: Level-11 of the 7th CPC plus NPA, as applicable.

6. Assistant Public Prosecutor

Organization: Directorate of Prosecution, Home Department, Government of NCT of Delhi

Vacancies: 140

Age Limit: Up to 35 years for UR/EWS, 38 years for OBC and 40 years for SC/ST candidates, subject to applicable relaxations.

Educational Qualification: Degree in Law from a recognised University/Institution.

Experience: At least 3 years’ experience at the Bar.

Desirable: Experience as a Government Advocate may be desirable.

Pay: Level-10 of the 7th CPC.

Job Location: National Capital Territory of Delhi.

Direct recruits are also required to undergo the prescribed induction training.

7. Public Law Officer/District Litigation Officer/Law Officer

Organization: Law & Justice Department, Administration of UT of Ladakh

Vacancies: 4

Age Limit: Up to 40 years for eligible ST candidates, subject to applicable relaxation.

Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Law, professional or integrated, from a university established by law in India.

Experience: At least 2 years of actual practice at the Bar, supported by the prescribed certification from the competent judicial authority.

Pay: Level-08 of the 7th CPC.

Job Location: UT of Ladakh.

Important: This recruitment is restricted to eligible domiciles of the UT of Ladakh as prescribed in the notification. Candidates must possess the required valid Domicile Certificate.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

The application fee for UPSC Advertisement No. 11/2026 is ₹25.

• The fee can be paid through the payment methods specified by UPSC, including eligible card, UPI and internet banking options.
• The fee, once paid, is generally non-refundable.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 Age Relaxation

Age relaxation is available to eligible reserved and other specified categories according to Government of India rules and the conditions of the particular post.

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years, where applicable
• PwBD: Up to 10 years, subject to applicable conditions
• Ex-Servicemen/Commissioned Officers: Applicable relaxation as prescribed
• Eligible Government employees: Relaxation may be available subject to the conditions specified by UPSC

UPSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The UPSC recruitment is being conducted through Recruitment by Selection.

1. Scrutiny and shortlisting of applications
2. Recruitment Test (RT), if considered necessary
3. Interview
4. Final selection

How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official UPSC online recruitment portal.

Step-by-step application process

1. Visit the official UPSC online application portal.
2. Complete the Account Creation process.
3. Complete Universal Registration and obtain the required registration number.
4. Complete the Common Application Form (CAF).
5. Select the relevant post under Advertisement No. 11/2026.
6. Enter your personal, educational and professional details carefully.
7. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
8. Pay the application fee, if applicable.
9. Carefully review the completed application.
10. Submit the application before the applicable closing date.
11. Download and save a copy of the final submitted application for future reference.

Candidates should ensure that their name, date of birth, educational qualifications, experience, category and other information match their original documents.

Documents Required for UPSC Application

Candidates may need to upload documents supporting their claims, including:

• Educational qualification certificates
• Date of birth proof
• Category/caste certificate, wherever applicable
• Experience certificates
• PwBD certificate, where applicable
• Domicile certificate for the Ladakh post, where applicable
• Documents supporting age relaxation
• Other certificates/documents prescribed by UPSC

Candidates should upload documents in the format and size specified in the official notification.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions

• Read the complete UPSC Advertisement No. 11/2026 carefully.
• Check the eligibility requirements for the specific post being applied for.
• The eligibility conditions can differ significantly between posts.
• The application closing date is important for determining eligibility.
• Candidates should provide an active email address because UPSC may communicate important information electronically.
• Government employees should follow the applicable rules regarding intimation to their department.
• False information, forged documents or suppression of material information can result in disqualification and other action.
• Candidates shortlisted for interview must produce original documents when required.
• Applying for a post does not guarantee an interview or appointment.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

Apply Online – Click Here

Official Notification – Click Here

UPSC Official Website – upsc.gov.in