UPSC Recruitment 2026 Advt No. 05/2026: Apply Online for 194 Posts (Scientist, Engineer, AD & Others)
📅 Posted: 22/05/2026 📝 Updated: 23/05/2026
Total Vacancy194
SalaryLevel-6F to Level-13A1 (₹35,400 – ₹2,18,200) [Approx. ₹52,000 – ₹2,50,000/Month]
LocationAll India
Last Date12/06/2026
Short Information: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 05/2026 inviting online applications for 194 vacancies across 32 different posts in various Central Government Ministries and Departments. Applications are open from 23 May 2026 to 12 June 2026 (6:00 PM).
This advertisement covers a wide spectrum of roles — from scientific and technical positions like Scientist-B in Indian Meteorological Department (46 posts across 3 specializations) and Airworthiness Officer in DGCA (25 posts), to engineering roles like Deputy Controller of Explosives in PESO (44 posts) and Assistant Controller of Mines in IBM (5 posts). Salary levels range from Pay Level-6F to Pay Level-13A1 under the 7th CPC, with the highest-paying posts being Associate Professor positions at the College of Military Engineering, Pune.
All posts are permanent Central Government Group A/B Gazetted positions with All India service liability (except 3 Ladakh-specific posts). Selection is through Interview only (Recruitment Test + Interview for high-applicant posts). The minimum interview score is 50 marks (UR), 45 marks (OBC), 40 marks (SC/ST/PwBD) out of 100.
Eligibility cutoff date is the closing date — 12 June 2026. Candidates must fill applications through https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/. No application fee is charged by UPSC.
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UPSC Recruitment 2026 Advt No. 05 Apply for 194 Posts (Scientist, Engineer, AD & Others) 2026Important Dates
| Notification Released | 22/05/2026 |
| Application Begin | 23/05/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12/06/2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Eligibility Cutoff Date | 12/06/2026 (Closing Date) |
| Interview / Exam Date | To be intimated separately by UPSC |
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Advt No. 05 Apply for 194 Posts (Scientist, Engineer, AD & Others) 2026Application Fee
| All Candidates | ₹0 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | ₹0 |
Payment: No Fee — UPSC charges no application fee
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Advt No. 05/2026: Apply Online for 194 Posts (Scientist, Engineer, AD & Others)Vacancy Details & Age Limit
Age Limit: 30–45 Years (post-wise, as on closing date 12/06/2026)
(SC/ST: 5 Years above prescribed age limit, OBC: 3 Years above prescribed age limit, PwBD (UR): 10 Years above prescribed age limit, PwBD (OBC): 13 Years; PwBD (SC/ST): 15 Years, Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt. of India rules, Govt. servants: As per DoPT rules (up to 5 years for UR, 8 years for OBC, 10 years for SC/ST))
| Vacancy No. | Post Name | Department / Ministry | Total Posts | Pay Level | Group | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26050501623 | Airworthiness Officer | DGCA, Ministry of Civil Aviation | 25 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050502523 | Deputy Controller of Explosives | PESO, Ministry of Commerce & Industry | 44 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050503623 | Manager (Mail Motor Service) | Dept of Posts, Ministry of Communications | 8 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050504623 | Junior Technical Officer (Sugar & Oils) | Directorate of Sugar & Vegetable Oils, MoCAFPD | 5 | Level-7 | B |
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| 26050505623 | Junior Technical Officer (Chemical Engg) | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur | 1 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050506623 | Scientific Officer (Mechanical) | National Test House, Ministry of Consumer Affairs | 2 | Level-8 | B |
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| 26050507523 | Deputy Supdt. Archaeological Engineer | Archaeological Survey of India, Ministry of Culture | 4 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050508323 | Associate Professor (Electrical Engg — Power System) | College of Military Engineering, Pune, MoD | 1 | Academic Level-13A1 | A |
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| 26050509323 | Associate Professor (Mechanical Engg — Heat Transfer) | College of Military Engineering, Pune, MoD | 1 | Academic Level-13A1 | A |
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| 26050510323 | Lecturer (Persian Language) | School of Foreign Languages, MoD | 1 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050511323 | Lecturer (Tibetan Language) | School of Foreign Languages, MoD | 1 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050512623 | Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences) | Indian Meteorological Department, MoES | 7 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050513623 | Scientist-B (General Meteorology) | Indian Meteorological Department, MoES | 30 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050514623 | Scientist-B (Instrumentation) | Indian Meteorological Department, MoES | 9 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050515623 | Deputy Director (Civil Engineering) | CICEF, Department of Fisheries | 3 | Level-11 | A |
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| 26050516623 | Joint Assistant Director | Directorate of Coordination (Police Wireless), MHA | 6 | Level-8 | B |
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| 26050517523 | Assistant Executive Engineer | Central Ground Water Board, Ministry of Jal Shakti | 2 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050518523 | Deputy Director of Mines Safety (Mining) | Directorate General of Mines Safety, MoLE | 8 | Level-12 | A |
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| 26050519623 | Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Chemical) | Office of Development Commissioner, MSME | 2 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050520623 | Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Chemical) | Office of Development Commissioner, MSME | 3 | Level-7 | B |
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| 26050521623 | Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Food) | Office of Development Commissioner, MSME | 3 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050522623 | Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Food) | Office of Development Commissioner, MSME | 4 | Level-7 | B |
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| 26050523623 | Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Hosiery) | Office of Development Commissioner, MSME | 2 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050524623 | Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Hosiery) | Office of Development Commissioner, MSME | 4 | Level-7 | B |
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| 26050525623 | Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Leather & Footwear) | Office of Development Commissioner, MSME | 3 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050526623 | Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Leather & Footwear) | Office of Development Commissioner, MSME | 4 | Level-7 | B |
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| 26050527623 | Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Metal Finishing) | Office of Development Commissioner, MSME | 1 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050528623 | Assistant Controller of Mines | Indian Bureau of Mines, Ministry of Mines | 5 | Level-10 | A |
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| 26050529423 | Research Officer | National Commission for Scheduled Tribes, MoTA | 2 | Level-8 | B |
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| 26050530423 | AD / Registering Officer (Antiquities) | Tourism & Culture Dept, UT of Ladakh (ST Domicile only) | 1 | Level-8 | B |
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| 26050531623 | Driller | Industries & Commerce Dept, UT of Ladakh (ST Domicile only) | 1 | Level-10A | A |
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| 26050532423 | Tourist Officer | Tourism & Culture Dept, UT of Ladakh (ST Domicile only) | 1 | Level-6F | B |
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| Total Vacancy | 194 | |||||
| Note: All posts are permanent. Posts 30, 31, 32 are exclusively for domiciles of UT of Ladakh. Selection is through Interview (with Recruitment Test if applicants are large). *PwBD vacancy included in total wherever applicable. | ||||||
Recruitment Table: Category Wise Vacancy (Major Posts)
| Post Name | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airworthiness Officer | 4 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 25 |
| Deputy Controller of Explosives | 16 | 3 | 13 | 7 | 5 | 44 |
| Manager (Mail Motor Service) | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 |
| JTO (Sugar & Oils) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| JTO (Chemical Engg, NSI Kanpur) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Scientific Officer (Mechanical) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Dy Supdt Archaeological Engineer | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Associate Professor (Electrical, CME) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Associate Professor (Mechanical, CME) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Lecturer (Persian Language) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Lecturer (Tibetan Language) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| Scientist-B (General Meteorology) | 12 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 30 |
| Scientist-B (Instrumentation) | 3 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| Deputy Director (Civil Engg, CICEF) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Joint Assistant Director (Police Wireless) | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Assistant Executive Engineer (CGWB) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Dy Director of Mines Safety (Mining) | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| AD Gr-I (Chemical) MSME | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| AD Gr-II (Chemical) MSME | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| AD Gr-I (Food) MSME | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| AD Gr-II (Food) MSME | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| AD Gr-I (Hosiery) MSME | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| AD Gr-II (Hosiery) MSME | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| AD Gr-I (Leather & Footwear) MSME | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| AD Gr-II (Leather & Footwear) MSME | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| AD Gr-I (Metal Finishing) MSME | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Controller of Mines (IBM) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Research Officer (NCST) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| AD / Registering Officer (Ladakh) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Driller (Ladakh) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Tourist Officer (Ladakh) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 81 | 32 | 36 | 24 | 21 | 194 |
| Note:PwBD vacancies are sub-quotas within the total and are NOT added separately. Ladakh posts (30-32) follow J&K Reservation Act 2004 as extended to UT of Ladakh. Posts 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 27, 29, 31 are UR-only with no reservation but may be suitable for PwBD. | ||||||
Recruitment Table: PwBD Reserved Vacancies (Where Applicable)
| Post Name | PwBD Reserved |
|---|---|
| Airworthiness Officer | 1 (OL/OA/LC/DW/AAV/SD/SI) |
| Deputy Controller of Explosives | 1 (MD) |
| Manager (Mail Motor Service) | 1 (HH) |
| JTO (Sugar & Oils) | 1 (D/HH) |
| Dy Supdt Archaeological Engineer | 1 (D/HH) |
| Scientist-B (General Meteorology) | 1 (OL/OA/SD/SI) |
| Scientist-B (Instrumentation) | 1 (OL/OA/SD/SI) |
| Assistant Executive Engineer (CGWB) | 1 (SLD/MI) — Backlog |
| AD Gr-I (Chemical) MSME | 1 (HH) |
| AD Gr-II (Hosiery) MSME | 1 (HH) — Backlog |
| AD Gr-I (Leather & Footwear) MSME | 1 (OL/OA/LC/DW/AAV/SD/SI) — Backlog |
| Assistant Controller of Mines (IBM) | 1 (LV) — Backlog |
| Note:PwBD vacancies are sub-quotas within the total vacancies listed above — they are NOT additional posts. Category-wise PwBD suitability and reservation details are specified post-wise in the official notification. | |
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Advt No. 05 Apply for 194 Posts (Scientist, Engineer, AD & Others)Pay Scale / Salary Structure
| Post Name | Salary Level |
|---|---|
| Tourist Officer (Ladakh) | Level-6F (approx. ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) |
| JTO Sugar & Oils / AD Gr-II posts (MSME) | Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| Scientific Officer (Mech) / Jt Asst Director / Research Officer / AD (Antiquities Ladakh) | Level-8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100) |
| Airworthiness Officer / Dy Controller Explosives / Manager MMS / JTO (NSI) / Dy Supdt Arch Eng / Scientist-B IMD (all) / AEE CGWB / AD Gr-I posts MSME / Asst Controller Mines / Driller Ladakh | Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) |
| Deputy Director Civil Engineering (CICEF) | Level-11 (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700) |
| Deputy Director of Mines Safety (Mining) | Level-12 (₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200) |
| Associate Professor (CME Pune — Electrical & Mechanical) | Academic Level-13A1 (₹1,31,400 – ₹2,17,100) |
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Advt No. 05 Apply for 194 Posts (Scientist, Engineer, AD & Others)Selection Process Steps
- Online Recruitment Application (ORA) via https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/
- Shortlisting of candidates based on Essential Qualifications, Desirable Qualifications, higher experience, or Recruitment Test (at UPSC's discretion when applications are large)
- Interview at UPSC Bhavan, New Delhi (date to be intimated separately)
- Final selection based on Interview performance (minimum: 50 marks UR / 45 OBC / 40 SC/ST/PwBD out of 100)
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Advt No. 05 Apply for 194 Posts (Scientist, Engineer, AD & Others)Detailed Exam Pattern
Recruitment Details: Selection Method Overview
- Selection Method: Recruitment by Selection — primarily Interview based. No written exam scheduled by default.
- Recruitment Test: UPSC may conduct a Recruitment Test (RT) before the interview if applications are large. Minimum qualifying marks in RT will be decided by UPSC on a case-by-case basis.
- Interview Minimum Qualifying Marks: UR — 50/100; OBC — 45/100; SC/ST/PwBD — 40/100.
- Shortlisting Criteria (if applicants are large): UPSC may shortlist based on (a) Desirable Qualifications, (b) higher education than minimum, (c) higher experience, (d) counting experience before/after EQ, or (e) holding a Recruitment Test.
- Negative Marking: No negative marking mentioned in official notification. This is an interview-based selection, not a competitive written exam.
- Probation: 1–2 years depending on the post (post-wise details in notification).
- Induction Training: Mandatory induction training of minimum 2 weeks upon joining for most posts.
Recruitment Table: Job Profile by Post
| Post Name | Primary Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Airworthiness Officer (DGCA) | Review certificates of registration/permits; inspect aircraft; supervise maintenance; investigate major defects; review airworthiness directives and service bulletins; surveillance of approved organisations; framing of regulatory requirements; enforce national air law. |
| Deputy Controller of Explosives (PESO) | Administer Explosives Act, Petroleum Act and rules; grant/renew licenses under Explosives Rules, Gas Cylinder Rules, Petroleum Rules; examine explosives; train officers in bomb detection and handling. |
| Manager Mail Motor Service (DoP) | Purchase and verification of vehicles; supervise technical staff; condemn/dispose/replace tools, machinery, spare parts and vehicles; maintain APAR dossiers; manage motor transport operations at 13 duty stations across India. |
| Scientist-B IMD (All Specializations) | Supervise meteorological observations; provide climatological information; head meteorological centres, flood offices, radar stations, Agromet advisory units, positional astronomical centres and regional offices across India. |
| Deputy Director Civil Engineering (CICEF) | Reconnaissance surveys and feasibility studies for fishing harbours/fish landing centres; design, layout, estimation and project report preparation; scrutinise state/UT project proposals; monitor construction under Centrally Sponsored Schemes. |
| Joint Asst Director Police Wireless (MHA) | Ensure uninterrupted communication at Interstate Police Wireless stations; function as Technical/Administrative Officer; work at Central Workshops, Training Centre, and Installation Teams. |
| Assistant Executive Engineer (CGWB) | Assist Executive Engineer in technical, operational and administrative matters; in-charge of Divisional Workshop; liaise with State Governments for exploratory wells; manage divisional stores. |
| Deputy Director Mines Safety (DGMS) | Inspect mines for enforcement of Mines Act 1952; investigate accidents; enforce safety regulations in large underground coal and metalliferous mines; with 10 years mandatory underground mining experience required. |
| AD (IEDS) MSME — All Specializations | Visit and promote MSMEs; advise on technical problems in industrial product manufacture; suggest improved/economical production techniques; represent MSME interests in inter-departmental committees and bodies. |
| Assistant Director / Registering Officer Antiquities (Ladakh) | Register antiquities under Antiquities and Art Treasures Act 1972; conduct surveys and conservation work; maintain heritage records; organise awareness programmes; ensure legal compliance in UT of Ladakh. |
| Research Officer (NCST) | Handle tribal grievances/petitions; conduct field visits and surveys in tribal areas; collect, compile, analyse and interpret data related to Scheduled Tribes; assist in court cases and parliamentary matters. |
| Associate Professor (CME Pune) | Teach Electrical Engineering (Power System) or Mechanical Engineering (Heat Transfer) to defence students; assist in infrastructure creation and developmental projects and research at CME Pune. |
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Advt No. 05 Apply for 194 Posts (Scientist, Engineer, AD & Others)Subject-wise Syllabus Topics
UPSC Recruitment by Selection (Advt 05/2026) is interview-based. There is no standard written exam syllabus. If UPSC holds a Recruitment Test (RT) due to large applicant volume, the syllabus/pattern will be announced separately on the official website. The Interview tests domain knowledge, analytical ability, communication, and suitability for the role. Below are expected topics by post category.
📚 Scientist-B IMD — General Meteorology (Expected Interview Topics)
- Atmospheric dynamics, thermodynamics, and radiation
- Synoptic meteorology and weather forecasting
- Numerical weather prediction (NWP) basics
- Climatology and climate change science
- Indian monsoon — mechanisms and forecasting
- General Mathematics and Physics
📚 Airworthiness Officer DGCA (Expected Interview Topics)
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineering — B1/B2 license knowledge
- DGCA CAR regulations and Airworthiness Directives
- Chicago Convention and ICAO Standards
- Aircraft systems — avionics, structures, powerplant
- Airworthiness management and continuing airworthiness
📚 Deputy Controller of Explosives PESO (Expected Interview Topics)
- Explosives Act 1884 and Explosives Rules 2008
- Gas Cylinder Rules and Static/Mobile Pressure Vessel Rules
- Chemical process safety and hazard identification
- Petroleum Act and regulations
- Chemistry of explosives and industrial gases
📚 AD (IEDS) MSME — Chemical/Food/Hosiery/Leather (Expected Interview Topics)
- Post-specific technical domain (Chemistry/Food Technology/Textile/Leather)
- MSME ecosystem — schemes, policies, development programmes
- Industrial production processes and quality standards
- Technology upgradation and cleaner production
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Advt No. 05 Apply for 194 Posts (Scientist, Engineer, AD & Others)How to Apply
- Visit UPSC ORA (Online Recruitment Application) portal: https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/
- Complete three one-time modules first (if not done already): Account Creation, Universal Registration, and Common Application Form.
- After Universal Registration, a Universal Registration Number (URN) is generated — keep it safe.
- Fill the post/vacancy-specific application form available from 23 May 2026. Select the specific vacancy number from the list.
- After submitting the vacancy-specific form, an Application Number is generated. This is different for each post.
- Using Aadhaar Card as ID document is strongly recommended for seamless verification.
- Upload all required documents as per the instructions on the ORA portal.
- No application fee is charged. Submit and note down your Application Number for future reference.
- For Ladakh-specific posts (30, 31, 32), you must have a valid Domicile Certificate from Tehsildar in UT of Ladakh.
- Date for interview will be intimated separately — carry a printout of the online application along with all original documents.
Recruitment Note: About Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India's premier central recruiting agency established under Article 315 of the Constitution. Set up in 1926 (pre-independence as the Federal Public Service Commission), UPSC conducts over a dozen examinations and interviews annually, including the prestigious Civil Services Examination, Engineering Services Examination, Combined Medical Services, and numerous direct recruitment processes for Group A and Group B Gazetted posts. UPSC operates from its headquarters at Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi, and is constitutionally mandated to be independent of executive control. It recruits for posts where the nature of work demands high-level expertise, discretionary authority, or All India posting — making UPSC-recruited posts among the most prestigious in Indian government service. All posts recruited through UPSC are permanent Central Government positions with the full benefits of Central Pay Commission scales.
Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Salary
All posts in this advertisement are permanent Central Government Gazetted Group A/B posts under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. In addition to basic pay, selected candidates receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA — based on city classification: X/Y/Z cities), Transport Allowance, and Medical Allowance. Central Government employees are also entitled to Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) coverage for self and dependents, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), National Pension System (NPS) with employer contribution, Provident Fund, Gratuity, Children's Education Allowance (₹2,250/month/child for up to 2 children), Festival Advance, and full leave entitlements (30 days Earned Leave, 20 days Half Pay Leave per year, Casual Leave, Maternity/Paternity Leave). Posts with All India service liability may qualify for higher HRA and Transfer TA.
Recruitment Note: Important Notes for Candidates
UPSC reserves the right to shortlist candidates and may not call all applicants for interview. Simply meeting the minimum Essential Qualification does not guarantee a call for interview — desirable qualifications, additional experience, and higher education significantly improve shortlisting chances. The eligibility cutoff date is the closing date (12 June 2026); all qualifications, experience, and age must be satisfied as on this date. For posts with a Recruitment Test, UPSC will announce it separately on upsconline.nic.in. Candidates should mention ALL qualifications and experience in their application forms, especially those above the minimum. Canvassing in any form is a disqualification. Posts 30, 31, and 32 are exclusively for Domiciles of UT of Ladakh under the Ladakh Civil Services Decentralization and Recruitment Rules 2025.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Advt No. 05 Apply for 194 Posts (Scientist, Engineer, AD & Others)Important Official Links
| Apply Online Application Window: 23/05/2026 to 12/06/2026 (6:00 PM) | Click Here ↗ |
| Download Notification Advt No. 05/2026 | Click Here ↗ |
| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.
Quick Overview
🚀 Recruitment Overview
Quick Summary of the Notification
| Organization |  UPSC |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Scientist-B, AD, Engineer & Other Posts |
| Total Vacancy | 194 |
| Salary | Level-6F to Level-13A1 (₹35,400 – ₹2,18,200) [Approx. ₹52,000 – ₹2,50,000/Month] |
| Job Location | All India |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 12/06/2026 |
| Official Website | Visit Website ↗ |
💡 Expert Tip
UPSC recruitment by selection (direct) is highly competitive because shortlisting is done at UPSC's discretion using desirable qualifications, higher experience, or even a Recruitment Test when applications are large. Simply meeting the minimum essential qualification is not enough — candidates should highlight all additional qualifications and experience well above the minimum in their application form. For posts like Scientist-B IMD (46 total), expect a Recruitment Test before the interview. Also note: Ladakh-specific posts (30, 31, 32) require a valid Domicile Certificate from Tehsildar in UT of Ladakh — candidates without it are ineligible regardless of category.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for Scientist-B in IMD (UPSC Advt 05/2026)? ▼
Ans: The Scientist-B post (all three specializations — General Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Instrumentation) is at Pay Level-10 with a basic pay of ₹56,100. Adding current DA (~55%), HRA (24% for X-city/16% for Y-city), and other allowances, the starting in-hand salary is approximately ₹82,000 to ₹92,000 per month in a metro city — significantly higher than entry-level state government scientific roles.
Q.2 What is the last date to apply for UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026? ▼
Ans: The closing date for submission of online recruitment applications through the UPSC ORA portal (https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/) is 12 June 2026 at 6:00 PM. The eligibility cutoff date — by which all qualifications, experience, and age must be fulfilled — is also this same closing date. Applications submitted after 6 PM on 12 June 2026 will not be accepted.
Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the UPSC Advt 05/2026 selection process? ▼
Ans: No negative marking is mentioned in the official notification. The primary selection method is Interview, with no standard written examination. However, if UPSC conducts a Recruitment Test (RT) due to large applicant volume for certain posts, the marking scheme will be announced separately. The interview has minimum qualifying marks: 50/100 for UR, 45/100 for OBC, and 40/100 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Q.4 What is the age limit for OBC candidates in UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026? ▼
Ans: Age limits are post-specific and range from 30 to 45 years for UR/EWS candidates. OBC candidates get 3 years relaxation over the prescribed limit. For example, posts with 30-year UR limit become 33 years for OBC; 35-year UR limit becomes 38 years OBC; 40-year UR limit becomes 43 years OBC. SC/ST get 5 years relaxation; PwBD candidates get 10 years relaxation in general. All ages are reckoned as on the closing date 12 June 2026.
Q.5 How to download the UPSC Advt No. 05/2026 Notification PDF? ▼
Ans: The official notification PDF for Advertisement No. 05/2026 is available on the UPSC website at https://upsc.gov.in under 'Active Advertisements' or on the ORA portal at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/. You can also download it from the link provided on this page. The notification was released on 22 May 2026 and covers 194 posts across 32 vacancies in various Central Government departments.
Q.6 What educational qualification is required for Airworthiness Officer in DGCA? ▼
Ans: Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Physics or Mathematics or Aircraft Maintenance, OR an Engineering Degree in Aeronautical/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunication from a recognized University. Additionally, a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) License in Category B1 or B2 issued by DGCA is required, along with 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience in a DGCA-approved AMO. Note: An Engineering Degree in Aeronautical Engineering may be considered without the AME License.
Q.7 What is the selection process for posts in UPSC Advt No. 05/2026? ▼
Ans: Selection is by Interview (Recruitment by Selection). UPSC first shortlists candidates based on essential qualifications, desirable qualifications, higher experience or a Recruitment Test when applications are large. Shortlisted candidates are called for an Interview at UPSC Bhavan, New Delhi. The date will be intimated separately. Final selection is based solely on interview performance. All posts are permanent Group A/B Gazetted Central Government positions — no contractual or probationary offer is made at the outset.
Q.8 Is any application fee required for UPSC Advt No. 05/2026? ▼
Ans: No. UPSC does not charge any application fee for this advertisement. All candidates — UR, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, PwBD, and Women — can apply free of cost through the ORA portal at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/. Candidates must have a valid email ID, mobile number, and Aadhaar Card (recommended) ready before starting the application process.
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