UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026 for 443 Posts Across 98 Categories, Apply Online at upsconline.nic.in

UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026: 443 Vacancies, Application Link Active Till July 3

UPSC Announces Over 400 Vacancies: Apply Online Before July 3

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has come out with a new recruitment drive. They have announced more than 400 job vacancies under their direct recruitment scheme. This is a great chance for candidates who want to work for the Central Government, different ministries, or Union Territory administrations.

The online application process has already started. Eligible candidates can visit the official website and fill out their forms. The last date to apply is very near, so candidates should not wait until the end.

Important Dates and Application Link

The UPSC started the online application window on 13th June 2026. Candidates who want to apply for these posts can do so until 3rd July 2026. The deadline is strict, and the window will close at 6:00 PM sharp.

To apply, candidates need to go to the official Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) portal. The direct link is: upsconline.nic.in/ora. On this website, you can create your account, log in, and fill out the Common Application Form. It is advised to read all instructions and FAQs carefully before you start filling the form.

Total Number of Posts and Vacancies

According to the recruitment notification (Advt No. 06/2026), there are 98 different types of posts. The total number of vacancies is more than 400 (close to 443 vacancies in many reports). These vacancies are spread across various departments like agriculture, civil aviation, defence, home affairs, health, and many others.

Some of the major posts include Junior Scientific Officers, Operations Officers, Air Safety Officers, Assistant Directors, and different teaching positions. There are also many medical and faculty roles available at the College of Military Engineering (CME) in Pune.

List of Posts and Number of Vacancies

Here is a simple list of important posts and how many vacancies are available for each:

• Junior Scientific Officer (Agriculture Ministry) – 9 posts

• Regional Director – 2 posts

• Operations Officer (Civil Aviation) – 19 posts

• Air Safety Officer – 15 posts

• Professor (Sugar Engineering) – 1 post

• Assistant Engineer (Civil) – 1 post

• Associate Professor (CME Pune – Engineering) – 10 posts

• Assistant Professor (CME Pune – Engineering) – 40 posts

• Professor (Civil – Structural, CME Pune) – 1 post

• Junior Scientific Officer (Naval HQ) – 5 posts

• Junior Technical Officer (Naval HQ) – 1 post

• Senior Scientific Assistant – 5 posts

• Botanist – 2 posts

• Scientist B (Zoology) – 4 posts

• Assistant Legal Adviser (Enforcement Directorate) – 12 posts

• Scientist B (CFSL – Forensic Science) – 7 posts

• Assistant Director (IT, Census Office) – 15 posts

• Research Officer (Map) – 3 posts

• DCIO (Technical, IB) – 6 posts

• Deputy Director (Training) – 1 post

• Assistant Director Grade-II (Economic, MSME) – 50 posts

• Chemist – 1 post

• Assistant Mining Geologist – 5 posts

• Mineral Officer (Intelligence) – 3 posts

• Assistant Public Prosecutor (CBI) – 5 posts

• Principal (Senior Secondary School, AN Administration) – 7 posts

• Lecturer (Ladakh Polytechnic/ITI) – 6 posts

• Scientific Officer/Programmer (Ladakh) – 2 posts

• Assistant Registrar (Ladakh) – 11 posts

• Private Secretary (Ladakh) – 12 posts

• Medical & Consultant Doctors (Ladakh) – 15 posts

• Medical Officer / Research Officer (AYUSH) – 17 posts

• Scientist B (Botany/Horticulture/Chemistry) – 5 posts

• Scientist C (Hydrology) – 2 posts

• Specialist Grade-III (Medical, Ministry of Health) – 121 posts

Additional Important Information You Should Know

The UPSC has put different eligibility conditions for different posts. Some posts need an engineering degree, some need a medical degree, and some need a postgraduate degree in science. For teaching posts at CME Pune, candidates may also need teaching experience.

For the posts in Ladakh, local candidates might get preference, but you must check the official notification for clear rules. Also, the application fee is different for different categories (General, OBC, SC, ST, PwD). Usually, female candidates and reserved category candidates get fee concession.

Documents you should keep ready before filling the form:

• Passport size photograph (recent)

• Signature (on white paper)

• Educational degree certificates

• Experience certificate (if needed for the post)

• Category certificate (if applying under reserved category)

How to Apply Step by Step

Follow these simple steps to apply for UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026:

1. Go to the official website: upsconline.nic.in/ora

2. Click on "Create Account" if you are a new user. If you already have an account, click "Login".

3. Complete your Universal Registration by filling in your basic details.

4. After registration, go to "Recruitment" and click on "Apply for Recruitment Post".

5. Find the advertisement number 06/2026 and click on it.

6. Fill the Common Application Form carefully. Enter your personal details, educational qualifications, and work experience.

7. Upload your photograph, signature, and other required documents.

8. Pay the application fee online (if applicable).

9. Before final submit, review every detail carefully. Then click on "Submit".

10. Take a printout of the final application form for future use.

Important Tips to Avoid Mistakes

• Do not wait until the last day to fill the form. The website may become slow due to heavy traffic.

• Read the official notification PDF at least once before applying. It is available on the same website under "Recruitment Notices".

• Make sure your photograph and signature are in the correct format (usually JPEG or PDF, size less than 1 MB).

• Double-check your date of birth, email ID, and mobile number. All communication will come on these.

• After submitting, save a copy of the confirmation page and the payment receipt.

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