UPSC Recruitment 2026: 34 Vacancies for Assistant Executive Engineer, Research Officer & Other Posts

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited online applications for 34 vacancies across various Central Government departments and ministries. The recruitment includes posts such as Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil), Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics), Assistant Director (Engineering), Research Officer, Superintendent Translation, Horticulture Development Officer and Soil Conservation Assistant.

The online application process started on 8 August 2026. For posts other than those under the Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh, candidates can apply until 28 August 2026, 6:00 PM. For the Ladakh posts, the last date is 4 September 2026.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview

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Vacancy Details

The post-wise vacancy distribution is reported consistently across current recruitment coverage.

Educational Qualification

The educational qualification differs according to the post.

Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)

Candidates must have a degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university or equivalent qualification. The post also requires two years of supervisory experience in the design, maintenance and construction of structural and reinforced-concrete works.

Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics)

Candidates require the relevant Electronics/Electronics & Communication engineering qualification prescribed in the notification, along with the required professional experience.

Assistant Director (Engineering)

Candidates must possess the prescribed engineering qualification and experience relevant to the post.

Research Officer

The Research Officer post requires a relevant postgraduate qualification/degree and prescribed research or professional experience, depending on the specific eligibility conditions in the notification.

Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch)

Candidates require the prescribed Hindi/English language qualification and relevant translation experience as specified by UPSC.

Horticulture Development Officer

Candidates need the prescribed qualification in Horticulture/Agriculture or a related discipline, along with any required experience.

Soil Conservation Assistant

Candidates require the prescribed qualification in Agriculture/Soil Science or the relevant discipline specified by UPSC.
Important: Since these are different specialist posts, candidates must check the exact educational qualification and experience requirement for the specific post before applying.

Age Limit

The maximum age limit varies by post. Candidates should check the detailed UPSC advertisement for the exact age applicable to the post they are applying for.
Age relaxation is applicable to eligible reserved categories according to Government of India rules.

Application Fee

The application fee is ₹25 for candidates who are required to pay the fee. Women, SC, ST and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.
The fee can be paid through the prescribed online payment methods, including credit card, debit card, UPI or internet banking.

Selection Process

This recruitment is conducted under UPSC's Recruitment by Selection process rather than being a regular UPSC Civil Services examination.
Depending on the number of applications and the particular post, UPSC may use shortlisting and/or a Recruitment Test followed by an interview. Candidates should follow the selection procedure specified for their particular post in the detailed advertisement.

Important Dates

How to Apply Online

Eligible candidates can apply through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.

1. Visit the official UPSC website.
2. Open the current recruitment advertisement.
3. Select the relevant recruitment/post.
4. Complete the online registration.
5. Enter personal and educational details.
6. Upload the required documents.
7. Pay the applicable ₹25 fee, if required.
8. Submit the application.
9. Download and save the submitted application for future reference.

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Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready, as applicable:

• Recent photograph
• Signature
• Valid ID proof
• Educational certificates and marksheets
• Engineering/degree certificates
• Experience certificates
• Caste certificate, where applicable
• PwBD certificate, where applicable
• Other documents prescribed for the particular post