The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Assistant Soil Chemist Recruitment 2026 Notification under Advertisement No. 08/2026 (Vacancy No. 26070801211). The recruitment is being conducted for 02 permanent Group ‘A’ Gazetted, Non-Ministerial posts in the Soil and Land Use Survey of India (SLUSI) under the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.
Candidates possessing a Master’s Degree in Agriculture or Agricultural Chemistry with specialization in Soil Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or Soil Science, along with 3 years of relevant experience, can apply online through the UPSC Online Recruitment (ORA) portal.
The online application process started on 11 July 2026 and will remain open until 31 July 2026 (06:00 PM).
UPSC Assistant Soil Chemist Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Names | Assistant Soil Chemist |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 Years (UR), PwBD: 10 Years Relaxation |
| Qualification | Master’s Degree in Agriculture/Agricultural Chemistry with specialization in Soil Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or Soil Science |
| Application Fee | ₹25 (UR/OBC/EWS Male), SC/ST/PwBD/Female – No Fee |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | Pay Level-10 (7th CPC) + DA + HRA + Other Allowances |
| Experience | 3 Years in Soil & Water Analysis |
| Eligibility | Indian Citizens fulfilling UPSC educational qualification, experience & age criteria |
| Application Fee | ₹25 / Nil (Reserved Categories) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Starts | 11 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31 July 2026 (06:00 PM) |
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Applicants must be Indian Citizens and satisfy all eligibility conditions prescribed by UPSC.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Master’s Degree in Agriculture OR
- Master’s Degree in Agricultural Chemistry
With specialization in any one of the following:
- Soil Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
- Soil Science
The degree must be obtained from a recognized University or Institute.
Experience
Applicants should have 3 years of experience in:
- Soil Analysis
- Water Analysis
Experience must be obtained in any of the following:
- Central Government
- State Government
- Union Territory Administration
- Public Sector Undertaking
- Autonomous Organization
- Statutory Organization
- University
- Recognized Research Institution
Age Limit
- UR: 35 Years
- PwBD: Additional 10 Years Relaxation
Age relaxation for reserved categories will be applicable as per Government rules.
Job Location
Selected candidates may be posted at:
- New Delhi
- Noida
- Kolkata
- Nagpur
- Bengaluru
- Hyderabad
- Ahmedabad
- Ranchi
or anywhere in India under SLUSI.
How to Apply for UPSC Assistant Soil Chemist Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment (ORA) Portal.
- Click on Advertisement No. 08/2026.
- Open the Assistant Soil Chemist Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in all required personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload the required documents and photograph.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Verify all details carefully.
- Submit the online application before 31 July 2026.
- Download and print the final application form for future reference.
7. Important Links
| Description | Link |
| Apply Online | https://upsconline.nic.in |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |