Highlights
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Various Posts (13 distinct posts) |
| Total Vacancies | 48 |
| Application Mode | Online only (via upsconline.nic.in/ora) |
| Start Date | 11 July 2026 |
| Last Date | 31 July 2026 (1800 hrs) |
| Official Website | upsconline.nic.in/ora |
Post & Organization Details
The recruitment covers 13 posts spread across the following ministries:
- Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare – Assistant Soil Chemist
- Ministry of Corporate Affairs – Prosecutor (Serious Fraud Investigation Office)
- Ministry of Health and Family Welfare – Specialist Grade III Assistant Professors (8 specialities) and Deputy Assistant Director (Entomology), Entomologist (CCCO)
- Ministry of Home Affairs – Junior Scientific Officer (Toxicology)
- Ministry of Law and Justice – Superintendent (Legal)
Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Post Name | Department / Organisation | Vacancy No. | Total Vacancies | Reservation Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Soil Chemist | Soil and Land Use Survey of India (SLUSI), Dept. of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare | 26070801211 | 2 | UR‑02, PwBD‑01 (one vacancy reserved for PwBD) |
| 2 | Prosecutor (SFIO) | Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO), Ministry of Corporate Affairs | 26070802211 | 1 | OBC‑01 (not reserved for PwBD but suitable) |
| 3 | Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Clinical Haematology) | Dept. of Health and Family Welfare | 26070803111 | 9 | UR‑03, EWS‑01, OBC‑03, SC‑01, ST‑01 (not reserved for PwBD but suitable) |
| 4 | Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Endocrinology) | Dept. of Health and Family Welfare | 26070804111 | 10 | UR‑02, EWS‑01, OBC‑04, SC‑02, ST‑01 (not reserved for PwBD but suitable) |
| 5 | Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Neonatology) | Dept. of Health and Family Welfare | 26070805511 | 13 | UR‑04, EWS‑02, OBC‑04, SC‑02, ST‑01, PwBD‑02 (two vacancies reserved for PwBD) |
| 6 | Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Nuclear Medicine) | Dept. of Health and Family Welfare | 26070806111 | 3 | UR‑01, OBC‑01, SC‑01 (not reserved for PwBD but suitable) |
| 7 | Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Pulmonary Medicine) | Dept. of Health and Family Welfare | 26070807111 | 3 | UR‑01, EWS‑01, OBC‑01, PwBD‑01 (one vacancy reserved for PwBD) |
| 8 | Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Paediatric Cardiology) | Dept. of Health and Family Welfare | 26070808111 | 1 | UR‑01 (not reserved for PwBD but suitable) |
| 9 | Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Surgical Gastroenterology) | Dept. of Health and Family Welfare | 26070809111 | 1 | OBC‑01 (not reserved for PwBD but suitable) |
| 10 | Deputy Assistant Director (Entomology) | National Centre for Vector Borne Diseases Control (NCVBDC), New Delhi | 26070810211 | 2 | UR‑02 (not reserved for PwBD but suitable) |
| 11 | Entomologist (CCCO) | NCVBDC, New Delhi | 26070811211 | 1 | UR‑01 (not reserved for PwBD but suitable) |
| 12 | Junior Scientific Officer (Toxicology) | Central Forensic Science Laboratory, Ministry of Home Affairs | 26070812211 | 1 | UR‑01, PwBD‑01 (exclusively reserved for PwBD) |
| 13 | Superintendent (Legal) | Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice | 26070813211 | 1 | UR‑01 (not reserved for PwBD but suitable) |
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality / Citizenship
Candidate must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, a Tibetan refugee who entered India before 1 January 1962 with permanent settlement intent, or a person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka or specified East African countries and holds a Government of India eligibility certificate.
Educational Qualification & Experience (Post‑wise)
| Post | Essential Educational Qualification | Essential Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Soil Chemist | Master’s Degree in Agriculture or Agricultural Chemistry with specialisation in Soil Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or Soil Science | 3 years in soil & water analysis (Central/State Govt., PSU, University, etc.) |
| Prosecutor (SFIO) | Graduate in any discipline + LLB, or Integrated 5‑year Law degree | 1 year (regular LLB) or 2 years (integrated) handling litigation/court matters in a Government organisation |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Clinical Haematology) | MBBS + PG/DNB/DM in Clinical Haematology (or MD Medicine/Paediatrics/Pathology with 2 years special training) | 3 years teaching/research experience after first PG degree |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Endocrinology) | MBBS + PG/DNB/DM in Endocrinology (or MD/DNB Medicine or Paediatrics with 2 years special training) | 3 years teaching/research experience after first PG degree |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Neonatology) | MBBS + PG/DNB/DM in Neonatology (or MD/DNB Paediatrics with 2 years special training) | 3 years teaching/research experience after first PG degree |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Nuclear Medicine) | MBBS + PG/DNB/DM in Nuclear Medicine (or related MD/DNB with 2 years experience) | 3 years teaching/research experience after first PG degree |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Pulmonary Medicine) | MBBS + PG/DNB/DM in Pulmonary Medicine (or MD/DNB Respiratory Medicine, General Medicine or Paediatrics with 2 years special training) | 3 years teaching/research experience after first PG degree |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Paediatric Cardiology) | MBBS + PG/DNB/DM in Paediatric Cardiology or Cardiology (or MD/DNB Paediatrics with 2 years special training) | 3 years teaching/research experience after first PG degree |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Surgical Gastroenterology) | MBBS + PG/DNB/DM in Surgical Gastroenterology (or relevant MD/DNB with 2 years special training) | 3 years teaching/research experience after first PG degree |
| Deputy Assistant Director (Entomology) | Relevant postgraduate degree in Entomology or related field | 2 years experience in vector‑borne disease research or related work |
| Entomologist (CCCO) | Post‑graduate degree in Entomology or related discipline | 3 years experience in entomological research or control programmes |
| Junior Scientific Officer (Toxicology) | Master’s degree in Toxicology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology or related science | 2 years experience in forensic toxicology or related laboratory work |
| Superintendent (Legal) | LLB (or integrated law degree) with at least 5 years experience in legal affairs, preferably in a Government setting | 5 years legal experience in Government/legislative work |
Important Dates
| Start of Online Application | 11 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 31 July 2026 (1800 hrs) |
| Date for Determining Eligibility | Closing date of the online application (31 July 2026) |
| Recruitment Test Date | To be intimated separately (where applicable) |
| Interview Date | To be intimated separately (shortlisted candidates) |
Selection Process
- Verification of eligibility based on the online application.
- Recruitment Test (where applicable) – details to be announced later.
- Interview conducted by UPSC for all shortlisted candidates.
- Final merit list prepared based on test (if any) and interview performance.
How to Apply
- Visit the official online application portal: https://upsconline.nic.in/ora.
- Register using a valid email address and mobile number to create a login ID and password.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, work experience, and upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, certificates, etc.) as per the instructions.
- Select the post(s) you wish to apply for from the list of 13 vacancies.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the online payment gateway.
- Review the entire application for accuracy and submit before the deadline (31 July 2026, 1800 hrs).
- After successful submission, download and save the confirmation receipt for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | View Here |
| Official Website | upsconline.nic.in/ora |
FAQs
- What is the last date to submit the online application?
The last date is 31 July 2026 at 1800 hrs. - How many total vacancies are there?
There are 48 vacancies across 13 distinct posts. - Which posts require a medical (MBBS) qualification?
All Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor posts (Clinical Haematology, Endocrinology, Neonatology, Nuclear Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, Paediatric Cardiology, Surgical Gastroenterology) require an MBBS degree plus relevant postgraduate specialization. - Can candidates from any state apply?
Yes, the recruitment is open to eligible candidates from all over India and the specified eligible foreign categories. - Is there an application fee?
The notification does not specify an application fee; candidates should verify the fee details on the online portal before payment. - How will the final selection be made?
Selection will be based on the recruitment test (if conducted) and the UPSC interview, with the final merit list prepared accordingly.