UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Scientist, Scientific Officer & Assistant Professor Posts | Apply Online

The Union Public Service Commission has released Advertisement No. 03/2026 inviting online applications for multiple Group ‘A’ & ‘B’ Gazetted posts on a permanent basis.

This recruitment offers excellent opportunities for candidates in engineering, science, and academic fields.

Overview

Organization: UPSC

Advt No.: 03/2026

Post Type: Group A & B (Gazetted, Permanent)

Application Mode: Online

Important Dates

Last Date to Apply: May 15, 2026 (till 6:00 PM)

Application Mode: Online only via ORA portal

Application Fee

General/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹25

SC/ST/PwBD/Female: Exempted

Vacancy & Eligibility Details

Scientist-B (Mechanical)

Vacancies: 1 (UR)

Qualification:

Master’s in Physics + 1 year experience OR

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Metallurgical + 2 years experience

Age Limit: 35 years

Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive)

Vacancies: 1 (OBC)

Qualification:

Master’s in Physics OR

Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Metallurgy + 1 year experience

Age Limit: 33 years (OBC)

Superintending Archaeological Engineer

Vacancies: 2 (UR)

Qualification:

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

8 years experience (preferably heritage projects)

Age Limit: 40 years

Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering – Survey)

Vacancies: 1 (OBC)

Qualification:

B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in Civil Engineering

Specialization in Surveying/Geo Informatics

Age Limit: 38 years (OBC)

Job Location

Kolkata (Scientist Posts)

New Delhi (Archaeological Engineer)

Pune (Assistant Professor)

Selection Process

Interview-Based Selection

Recruitment Test may be conducted if applications are large in number

Probation Period

Selected candidates will undergo 1–2 years probation depending on the post

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online through the UPSC ORA portal: UPSC Online Recruitment Application Portal

Important Instructions

Apply before the deadline (15 May 2026, 6 PM)

Ensure correct details and documents

Experience is mandatory for most posts

Source: https://upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/Advt_03_2026_Eng_24042026.pdf