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UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Advertisement No. 09/2026 (Agricultural Engineer, Medical Officer, Scientist B, Civilian Medical Officer and Other Posts)
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40
Vacancies
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Recruitment Details
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Advertisement No. 09/2026 (Agricultural Engineer, Medical Officer, Scientist B, Civilian Medical Officer and Other Posts) |
| Total Vacancies | 40 Posts |
| Job Location | All India |
| Category | civil services |
| Education Qualification | See post-wise details below |
| Application Fee | Rs. 25/- for General/OBC/EWS male candidates through Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card/UPI/Internet Banking; No fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates of any community |
| Selection Process | Recruitment by Selection - Scrutiny/Shortlisting on basis of Desirable Qualification and Experience, followed by Interview; Recruitment Test (RT) may be held for some posts followed by Interview |
| Application Start Date | 25 Jul 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 Aug 2026 |
| Official Website | View Notification |
| Posted On | 01 Aug 2026 |
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Post-wise Vacancy Details
1
Agricultural Engineer
1 Post
Qualification
Degree in Agricultural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering of a recognized University
Age Limit
33 years for OBC
Pay Scale
Level-07 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Application Fee
Rs. 25/- (OBC); Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Women
Experience Required
Two years' experience in testing and evaluation of agricultural Machinery from Central/State Government or PSU or agricultural universities or recognized research institutions, OR two years' experience of teaching/training including operation or maintenance of tractors and agricultural implements or machinery
Additional Info
Farm Machinery Training and Testing Institute, Dept of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare; Group-B Gazetted, Non-Ministerial; Probation 2 years
2
Medical Officer/Research Officer (Unani)
4 Posts
Qualification
Degree in Unani Medicine of a recognized University/Statutory State Board/Council/Faculty of Indian Medicine recognized under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970; Enrolment on Central/State Register of Indian Medicine
Age Limit
35 years UR, 35 years EWS, 38 years OBC, 40 years SC
Pay Scale
Level-10 plus NPA in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Application Fee
Rs. 25/- (UR/EWS/OBC); Nil for SC/PwBD/Women
Experience Required
Not Mentioned
Additional Info
Ministry of Ayush; Group-A Gazetted, Non-Ministerial; Private practice prohibited; Liable to serve anywhere in India
3
Scientist 'B' (Botany)
1 Post
Qualification
Master's Degree in Science in Botany from a recognized University or Equivalent
Age Limit
35 years for UR
Pay Scale
Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Application Fee
Rs. 25/- (UR)
Experience Required
Three years research experience in Botany after acquisition of essential qualification
Additional Info
National Research Laboratory for Conservation of Cultural Property, Lucknow, Ministry of Culture; Group-A Gazetted; Probation 2 years
4
Scientist 'B' (Environmental Science)
1 Post
Qualification
Master's Degree in Science in Environmental Science, OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology with specialization in Environmental Science and Engineering
Age Limit
35 years for UR
Pay Scale
Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Application Fee
Rs. 25/- (UR)
Experience Required
Three years research experience in Environmental Science after acquisition of essential qualification
Additional Info
National Research Laboratory for Conservation of Cultural Property, Lucknow, Ministry of Culture
5
Scientist 'B' (Geology)
1 Post
Qualification
Master's Degree in Science in Geology from a recognized University
Age Limit
35 years for UR
Pay Scale
Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Application Fee
Rs. 25/- (UR)
Experience Required
Three years research experience in geology after acquisition of essential qualification
Additional Info
National Research Laboratory for Conservation of Cultural Property, Lucknow, Ministry of Culture
6
Scientist 'B' (Physics)
1 Post
Qualification
Master's Degree in Science in Physics from a recognized University
Age Limit
38 years for OBC
Pay Scale
Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Application Fee
Rs. 25/- (OBC)
Experience Required
Three years research experience in Physics after acquisition of essential qualification
Additional Info
National Research Laboratory for Conservation of Cultural Property, Lucknow, Ministry of Culture
7
Scientist 'B' (Zoology)
1 Post
Qualification
Master's Degree in Science in Zoology from a recognized University
Age Limit
40 years for SC
Pay Scale
Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Application Fee
Nil (SC)
Experience Required
Three years research experience in Zoology after acquisition of essential qualification
Additional Info
National Research Laboratory for Conservation of Cultural Property, Lucknow, Ministry of Culture
8
Civilian Medical Officer
18 Posts
Qualification
Recognized MBBS degree qualification included in the First/Second Schedule or Part II of the Third Schedule to the Indian Medical Council/NMC Act, 1956; Completion of Compulsory rotating internship
Age Limit
35 years UR, 35 years EWS, 38 years OBC, 40 years SC, 40 years ST
Pay Scale
Level-10 plus NPA in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Application Fee
Rs. 25/- (UR/EWS/OBC); Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Women
Experience Required
Not Mentioned (Post Graduate medical qualification desirable)
Additional Info
Directorate General of Armed Forces Medical Services, Ministry of Defence; Group-A Gazetted; All India Service Liability
9
Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Immuno-Haematology and Blood Transfusion)
5 Posts
Qualification
Recognized MBBS degree qualification; Post-graduate degree in the concerned Speciality/Super-speciality (Doctorate of Medicine Immunology / Immuno-Haematology and Blood Transfusion / Diplomate National Board or equivalent as per Schedule VI)
Age Limit
40 years for UR, 43 years for OBC
Pay Scale
Level-11 plus NPA in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Application Fee
Rs. 25/- (UR/OBC)
Experience Required
At least three years' teaching experience as Senior Resident/Tutor/Demonstrator/Registrar/Assistant Professor/Lecturer in the concerned Speciality after obtaining first Post-graduate degree
Additional Info
Department of Health & Family Welfare, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare; Private practice prohibited
10
Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Surgical Oncology)
1 Post
Qualification
Recognized MBBS degree qualification; Post-graduate degree in Surgical Oncology (Magister Chirurgiae/Diplomate National Board/Master of Surgery with special training as per Schedule VI)
Age Limit
43 years for OBC
Pay Scale
Level-11 plus NPA in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Application Fee
Rs. 25/- (OBC)
Experience Required
At least three years' teaching experience as Senior Resident/Tutor/Demonstrator/Registrar/Assistant Professor/Lecturer in the concerned Speciality after obtaining first Post-graduate degree
Additional Info
Department of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
11
Assistant Industrial Adviser
2 Posts
Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Metallurgical/Electronics and Communication Engineering from a recognized university or institute
Age Limit
35 years for UR
Pay Scale
Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Application Fee
Rs. 25/- (UR)
Experience Required
Three years' experience in steel works, steel rolling mills or plant machinery/machine tools manufacturing unit, OR three years' experience in production, planning, development and research of iron and steel industry
Additional Info
Ministry of Steel; Group-A Gazetted; Mandatory induction training of at least two weeks; All India Service liability
12
Veterinary Assistant Surgeon
4 Posts
Qualification
Bachelor Degree in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry or Veterinary Science from a recognized University/Institute; Registered with the Veterinary Council of India or State/UT Veterinary Council
Age Limit
35 years UR, 38 years OBC, 40 years SC
Pay Scale
Level-10 plus NPA in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Application Fee
Rs. 25/- (UR/OBC); Nil for SC
Experience Required
Not Mentioned
Additional Info
Department of Animal Husbandry and Animal Welfare, Government of Puducherry; Knowledge of Tamil, Malayalam or Telugu an advantage; Group-A Gazetted
Total Vacancies: 40 Posts
About This Notification
UPSC Advertisement No. 09/2026 invites online recruitment applications by selection for 40 vacancies across 12 posts including Agricultural Engineer, Medical Officer/Research Officer (Unani), Scientist B (Botany, Environmental Science, Geology, Physics, Zoology), Civilian Medical Officer, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Immuno-Haematology and Blood Transfusion, Surgical Oncology), Assistant Industrial Adviser and Veterinary Assistant Surgeon in various Central Government Ministries. Candidates must apply online at upsconline.nic.in before 14-08-2026.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Refer to Post-wise Vacancy Details table above |
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Job Location | All India (Various States) |
| Application Fee | Rs. 25/- for General/OBC/EWS male candidates through Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card/UPI/Internet Banking; No fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates of any community Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances |
How to Apply Online
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Read the Notification Download and read the official notification PDF completely before applying. Check all eligibility criteria carefully.
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Visit Official Website Go to the official website of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and find the recruitment / career section
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New Registration If you are a new user, register with your mobile number and email ID to get login credentials
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Fill Application Form Login and fill the online application form with your personal, educational and professional details. Double-check before submitting.
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Upload Documents Upload scanned copies of your Photo (passport size), Signature, and required certificates as per the specified size and format
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Pay Application Fee Pay Rs. 25/- for General/OBC/EWS male candidates through Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card/UPI/Internet Banking; No fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates of any community via Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI)
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Submit & Take Printout Submit your application and download the confirmation page. Take a printout and keep it safe for future reference.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The online recruitment application closing date is 1800 Hrs on 14-08-2026 at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
Candidates (except Female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates who are exempted) must pay Rs. 25/- through Credit/Debit Card, UPI or Internet Banking.
Yes, the selection process is by Recruitment by Selection, which may include Recruitment Test (RT) followed by Interview for shortlisted candidates.
No, candidates will not be allowed to withdraw their application after submission, and no correction/alteration is allowed after that.
The detailed eligibility, age limit, pay scale and duties for each of the 12 posts are given in the official notification PDF available on upsc.gov.in.
Documents Required
Passport Size Photo
Signature
10th Certificate
12th Certificate
Degree Certificate
Community Certificate
Age Proof
Valid Photo ID Proof
Exact document list will be mentioned in the official notification. Download notification for complete details.
Application Status
Closed
Last date was 14 Aug 2026
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Total Vacancies
40 Posts
Job Location
All India
Application Fee
Rs. 25/- for General/OBC/EWS male candidates through Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card/UPI/Internet Banking; No fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates of any community
Important Dates
Notification Date
01 Aug 2026
Start Date
25 Jul 2026
Last Date
14 Aug 2026
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