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

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 11/2026 for recruitment by selection to 212 vacancies across various Central Government Ministries, Departments and the UT Administration of Ladakh.

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

Experience is Important: Several posts require 3 years or more of relevant post-qualification experience, while the Assistant Public Prosecutor requires 3 years’ bar experience and the Ladakh law post requires 2 years’ actual practice at the Bar. Candidates must check post-wise eligibility carefully.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview

ParticularsDetails
OrganisationUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Advertisement No.11/2026
Post NamesSpecialist, Assistant Professor, Assistant Editor, Assistant Public Prosecutor & Law Officer Posts
Total Vacancies212
Age LimitPost-wise, generally 30–50 years
QualificationMBBS/PG Medical, Law, Journalism/Mass Communication & other post-specific qualifications
Application Fee₹25
Fee ExemptionWomen, SC, ST & PwBD candidates
Application ModeOnline
SalaryLevel 7 to Level 11 + applicable allowances/NPA
ExperiencePost-wise experience required for several posts
EligibilityQualification, age, experience and post-specific conditions
SelectionInterview; Shortlisting/Recruitment Test may be used

UPSC Vacancy Details

PostVacancies
Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor – Anatomy4
Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor – General Medicine60
Assistant Editor2
Specialist Grade II – Anaesthesiology1
Specialist Grade II – Paediatrics1
Assistant Public Prosecutor140
Public Law Officer/District Litigation Officer/Law Officer4
Total212

Important Dates

EventDate
Online Application Starts12 September 2026
Last Date – All Posts Except Ladakh02 October 2026, 6:00 PM
Last Date – Ladakh Post09 October 2026
Interview DateTo be notified separately

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility varies according to the post.

  • Assistant Professor (Anatomy): Relevant PG qualification with 3 years’ teaching experience.
  • Assistant Professor (General Medicine): MBBS + MD/DNB in Medicine/General Medicine with 3 years’ relevant teaching experience.
  • Assistant Editor: Relevant Bachelor’s qualification plus 3 years’ editing/publishing experience.
  • Specialist Grade-II: Relevant medical qualification and PG degree/diploma with 3 or 5 years’ post-PG experience, as applicable.
  • Assistant Public Prosecutor: Law degree with 3 years’ experience at the Bar.
  • Ladakh Law Officer: Law degree with 2 years’ actual practice at the Bar and valid Ladakh domicile.

Experience – Important

Relevant experience is mandatory for several posts. Candidates should carefully verify whether their experience meets the prescribed post-qualification requirements before applying. Experience as specified in the official notification should be supported by valid documents.

Application Fee

The application fee is ₹25.

Women candidates and candidates belonging to SC, ST and PwBD categories are exempt from payment of the fee. Other eligible candidates must pay the prescribed fee through the available online payment methods.

Selection Process

UPSC recruitment is primarily by Selection through interview. Depending on the number of applications, UPSC may shortlist candidates using qualifications, relevant experience or a Recruitment Test (RT).

Candidates called for interview must produce the required original documents and certificates for verification.

How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026

  1. Visit the official UPSC online application portal.
  2. Complete Account Creation, Universal Registration and the Common Application Form.
  3. Select the relevant post under Advertisement No. 11/2026.
  4. Enter educational, experience and other required details.
  5. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
  6. Pay the applicable application fee.
  7. Carefully verify the application before final submission.
  8. Submit the application before the applicable closing date.
  9. Save or print the final submitted application for future reference.

Official Apply Link

Candidates can submit their online application through the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal:

Apply Online – UPSC Recruitment 2026

Official Notification PDF

Candidates should read the UPSC Advertisement No. 11/2026 PDF for post-wise qualifications, experience, age limits, reservations and other conditions before applying:

Download UPSC Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF

Important Links

LinkDetails
Apply OnlineUPSC Online Recruitment Application Portal
Details PDFUPSC Advertisement No. 11/2026 PDF
Official WebsiteUnion Public Service Commission Official Website

About UPSC

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India’s constitutional recruiting body responsible for conducting examinations and selection processes for various posts and services under the Union Government. UPSC recruitment-by-selection advertisements are issued for specialised positions where candidates are selected based on prescribed qualifications, experience and the Commission’s selection procedure.

FAQs – UPSC Recruitment 2026

Q.1 How many vacancies are available in UPSC Recruitment 2026?

There are 212 vacancies under Advertisement No. 11/2026.

Q.2 Which posts are included?

The recruitment includes Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor, Assistant Editor, Specialist Grade-II, Assistant Public Prosecutor and Law Officer-related posts.

Q.3 Is experience required?

Yes, experience is important for several posts. The requirement varies by post and can range from 2 to 5 years or more, depending on the position.

Q.4 What is the application fee?

The prescribed fee is ₹25. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempt.

Q.5 What is the last date to apply?

For most posts, the last date is 02 October 2026 at 6:00 PM. The Ladakh law post has a separate closing date of 09 October 2026.

Q.6 What is the selection process?

Selection is primarily through interview. UPSC may conduct a Recruitment Test or shortlist candidates if required.

Q.7 Where can I download the notification?

The official notification PDF is available through the UPSC website and the Details PDF link provided above.

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