UPSC Recruitment 2026: Notification Out For 34 Posts, Apply Online Before August 28

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released a fresh recruitment notification, opening applications for 34 posts spread across several central government ministries and departments. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal at upsconline.nic.in.

The application window opened on August 8, 2026. Candidates applying for posts other than those under the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh must submit their forms by 6 PM on August 28, 2026. For posts specific to the Administration of the UT of Ladakh, the last date to apply is September 4, 2026.

UPSC Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details

Here is the full breakdown of vacancies notified in this UPSC recruitment drive:

• Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) — 1 post, Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways

• Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) — 9 posts, Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways

• Assistant Director (Engineering) — 1 post, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways

• Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch) — 1 post, Official Languages Wing, Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice

• Research Officer — 11 posts, National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organisation, Ministry of Science and Technology

• Horticulture Development Officer — 4 posts, Horticulture Department, Administration of UT of Ladakh

• Soil Conservation Assistant — 7 posts, Command Area Development, Agricultural Department, Administration of UT of Ladakh

UPSC Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility differs by post. For example:

• Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil): A degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university (or equivalent), plus two years of supervisory experience in design, maintenance and construction of structural and reinforced concrete works.

• Research Officer: A master's degree in Geography, Geology, Applied Geology, Geoinformatics, GIS and Remote Sensing, Geomatics or Geospatial Technology (with the subject studied at bachelor's level too), along with five years of experience in geographical/cartographical teaching or research involving data collection and map preparation.

• Horticulture Development Officer: A bachelor's degree in Horticulture Science or Agriculture Science; this post is reserved for eligible domiciles of the UT of Ladakh.

Candidates are advised to check the detailed official notification on upsc.gov.in for post-wise qualifications, age limits and experience requirements before applying.

UPSC Recruitment 2026: Application Fee

• General fee: Rs 25

• No fee for: Women candidates, SC, ST and PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) candidates

• No fee exemption for: OBC, EWS or unreserved male candidates

• Payment modes: Credit card, debit card, UPI, or net banking

How To Apply For UPSC Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official UPSC ORA portal: upsconline.nic.in

2. Register and log in using the required credentials

3. Fill in personal, educational and post-specific details carefully

4. Use Aadhaar as the preferred identification document for verification

5. Upload the necessary documents as per the notification

6. Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form

Candidates should double-check every entry before final submission — incorrect information can lead to rejection at the computer-based shortlisting stage and may even result in debarment by the Commission.

Key Dates At A Glance

• Notification release: August 8, 2026

• Application start date: August 8, 2026

• Last date to apply (general posts): August 28, 2026, 6 PM

• Last date to apply (UT of Ladakh posts): September 4, 2026