The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 07/2026 inviting online applications for 450 vacancies across multiple central government ministries and departments. Posts include Drug Inspector, Specialist Grade III (medical), Assistant Engineer, Aeronautical Officer, Legal Officer and more. Eligible candidates can apply online through the UPSC ORA portal until 17 July 2026. Complete details are given below.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 07/2026 |
| Post Names | Drug Inspector, Specialist Grade III, Assistant Engineer & More |
| Total Vacancies | 450 Posts |
| Age Limit | Varies by post (approx. 30–56 years) |
| Qualification | B.Pharma / B.E / B.Tech / LLB / M.Sc / Medical Degree (post-wise) |
| Selection Process | Recruitment by Selection / Interview |
| Application Mode | Online (UPSC ORA Portal) |
Important Dates
| Notification Published | 25 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 July 2026 (up to 6:00 PM) |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹25/- |
| Women / SC / ST / PwBD | Nil (Exempted) |
Vacancy Highlights
The largest single block of vacancies is Drug Inspector (186 posts under CDSCO), followed by medical Specialist Grade III posts across multiple specialities, along with Assistant Engineer, Aeronautical Officer, Legal Officer and other technical/professional posts.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility varies by post. Drug Inspector: A degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences or Medicine with specialisation in Microbiology/Chemistry as prescribed under the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules. Assistant Engineer: Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university. Other posts require B.Pharma, B.E/B.Tech, LLB, M.Sc or a medical degree as applicable. Age Limit: The upper age limit differs post to post (generally 30–56 years for unreserved), calculated as on the closing date, with relaxations as per government rules.
How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026
- Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal at upsconline.nic.in.
- Register and open Advertisement No. 07/2026.
- Fill in the online application form for your chosen post carefully.
- Upload scanned documents and pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form before 17 July 2026 (6:00 PM) and keep a printout for reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
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Disclaimer: The information above is compiled from the official UPSC notification. Candidates are advised to read the official notification PDF before applying.