UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 212 Specialist, Assistant Professor and More Posts
UPSC Recruitment 2026 – 212 Posts
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Recruitment Advertisement No. 11/2026 for 212 vacancies for Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor, Assistant Editor, Specialist Grade II, Assistant Public Prosecutor and Public Law Officer/Law Officer posts. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal. The application process starts on 12 September 2026, and the last date for most posts is 2 October 2026. Candidates applying for the specified Ladakh post can apply up to 9 October 2026.
Key Highlights
- Recruitment Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Advertisement Number: 11/2026
- Total Vacancies: 212 Posts
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Start Date: 12 September 2026
- Last Date for Most Posts: 02 October 2026
- Last Date for Ladakh Post: 09 October 2026
- Major Posts: Specialist, Assistant Professor, Assistant Editor, Assistant Public Prosecutor and Law Officer
- Selection Process: Recruitment Test and/or Interview/Shortlisting as applicable
- Official Website: UPSC
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Job Notification Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Apply Start Date | 12 September 2026 |
| Apply Last Date – Most Posts | 02 October 2026 up to 6:00 PM |
| Apply Last Date – Ladakh Post | 09 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | As per UPSC application instructions |
| Exam/Recruitment Test Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card | To be announced before the Recruitment Test, if applicable |
| Result | To be announced |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other Applicable Candidates | ₹25 |
| Female Candidates | Exempted |
| SC Candidates | Exempted |
| ST Candidates | Exempted |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted |
Post Details and Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Eligibility / Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Anatomy) | 04 | Relevant medical qualification in Anatomy with prescribed registration and experience requirements. |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (General Medicine) | 60 | Relevant medical qualification in General Medicine with prescribed registration and experience requirements. |
| Assistant Editor | 02 | Prescribed educational qualification with relevant editorial/journalism experience as specified by UPSC. |
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Anaesthesiology | 01 | Relevant medical qualification in Anaesthesiology with prescribed experience and registration requirements. |
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Paediatrics | 01 | Relevant medical qualification in Paediatrics with prescribed experience and registration requirements. |
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | 140 | Degree in Law from a recognised University/Institution with the prescribed professional experience. |
| Public Law Officer / District Litigation Officer / Law Officer | 04 | Degree in Law with the prescribed legal experience and other post-specific requirements. |
| Total | 212 | Post-wise eligibility as prescribed in UPSC Advertisement No. 11/2026. |
Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Post-wise qualifications include relevant medical degrees such as MBBS with MD/MS/DNB or equivalent qualifications, Law degree and other prescribed qualifications. |
| Professional Experience | Required experience varies according to the post. Candidates should check the detailed advertisement for the exact experience requirement. |
| Medical Registration | Medical candidates must fulfil the applicable medical registration requirements prescribed for the respective post. |
| Nationality | Candidates must fulfil the nationality conditions prescribed by UPSC and Government of India rules. |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable relaxation will be available to eligible reserved categories as per Government rules and the recruitment advertisement. |
Documents Required to Fill Online/Offline Application
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification Certificate | Required |
| Matriculation/10th Certificate | Required for Date of Birth proof |
| Degree/Diploma Certificate | As applicable to the post |
| Experience Certificate | Required where prescribed |
| Medical Registration Certificate | Required for applicable medical posts |
| Law Degree Certificate | Required for applicable law posts |
| Caste Certificate | Required for applicable reserved-category candidates |
| PwBD Certificate | Required for eligible PwBD candidates |
| Valid Photo ID | Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving Licence or other valid ID |
| Photograph | As per UPSC prescribed specifications |
| Signature | As per UPSC prescribed specifications |
Required Documents and Details
| Details | Information Required |
|---|---|
| Personal Details | Candidate's name, date of birth, gender, category, mobile number and email address |
| Educational Details | Qualification, institution/university, passing year, marks/grade and registration details where applicable |
| Experience Details | Employer/organisation, designation, joining date, duration and nature of experience |
| Medical Registration Details | Registration number and other prescribed details for applicable medical posts |
| Legal Experience Details | Bar/professional experience and other prescribed details for applicable law posts |
| Category Details | SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD details wherever applicable |
| Identity Details | Valid photo identity document details |
| Bank/Payment Details | Details required for payment of the applicable application fee |
Maximum Age Limit
| Post Name | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Anatomy) | As prescribed in Advertisement No. 11/2026 |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (General Medicine) | As prescribed in Advertisement No. 11/2026 |
| Assistant Editor | As prescribed in Advertisement No. 11/2026 |
| Specialist Grade II – Anaesthesiology | As prescribed in Advertisement No. 11/2026 |
| Specialist Grade II – Paediatrics | As prescribed in Advertisement No. 11/2026 |
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | As prescribed in Advertisement No. 11/2026 |
| Public Law Officer / District Litigation Officer / Law Officer | As prescribed in Advertisement No. 11/2026 |
Selection Process
The selection process for UPSC Recruitment 2026 will depend on the requirements of the respective post. UPSC may shortlist candidates and conduct a Recruitment Test, followed by an interview where applicable. Candidates should carefully check Advertisement No. 11/2026 for the selection procedure applicable to their selected post.
How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Open the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.
- Complete the required registration and profile details.
- Select Advertisement No. 11/2026 and the desired post.
- Enter personal, educational and experience details carefully.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable application fee, if required.
- Submit the application form before the closing date.
- Save or print the final submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| UPSC Official Website | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Recruitment Advertisement | Click Here |
Important Asked FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in UPSC Recruitment 2026?
A total of 212 vacancies are available under UPSC Advertisement No. 11/2026.
Q2. What is the UPSC Recruitment 2026 application start date?
The online application process starts on 12 September 2026.
Q3. What is the last date to apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
The last date for most posts is 2 October 2026 up to 6:00 PM. The specified Ladakh post has a last date of 9 October 2026.
Q4. What is the application fee for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
The applicable application fee is ₹25. Female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted from payment of the fee as per the applicable rules.
Q5. What is the mode of application for UPSC Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates have to submit their applications online through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal.
Q6. What posts are included in UPSC Recruitment 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.
Q7. How many Assistant Public Prosecutor vacancies are available?
There are 140 vacancies for the Assistant Public Prosecutor post.
Q8. How many Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor vacancies are available in General Medicine?
There are 60 vacancies for Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (General Medicine).
Q9. When will the UPSC Recruitment Test be conducted?
The Recruitment Test date has not been announced yet. Candidates should check the official UPSC website for future updates.
Q10. When will the UPSC Recruitment 2026 admit card be released?
The admit card will be released by UPSC before the applicable Recruitment Test, if a test is conducted for the post.
Q11. Where can candidates download the UPSC Recruitment 2026 notification?
Candidates can download the detailed recruitment advertisement from the official UPSC website and Recruitment Advertisements section.
Q12. What should candidates check before applying?
Candidates should carefully check the post-wise educational qualification, experience, age limit, category requirements, application fee, closing date and other conditions in Advertisement No. 11/2026 before submitting the application.