UPSC Recruitment 2026: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited online applications for 13 posts under Advertisement No. 12/2026. The vacancies include Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology), Assistant Legislative Counsel, Law Officer and Specialist Grade II (Cardiology). Eligible candidates can apply online through the UPSC recruitment portal within the prescribed dates.
Table of Contents
- Recruitment Overview
- Notification Details
- Vacancy Details
- Educational Qualification
- Experience Requirements
- Age Limit and Relaxation
- Salary / Pay Scale
- Important Dates
- Application Fee
- Selection Process
- Documents Required
- How to Apply
- Important Instructions
- Important Links
- Frequently Asked Questions
UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Number | 12/2026 |
| Recruitment Type | Recruitment by Selection |
| Total Vacancies | 13 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 26 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 16 October 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Official Portal | upsconline.nic.in |
UPSC Advt 12/2026 – Notification Details
UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026 invites applications for four different posts under different Central Government/GNCTD organisations. The recruitment is conducted through the UPSC online recruitment application system.
UPSC Vacancy Details
| Post | Organization / Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur – Department of Food & Public Distribution | 01 |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, Indian Legal Service) | Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice | 08 |
| Law Officer | Land and Building Department, Government of NCT of Delhi | 03 |
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology | New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) | 01 |
| Total | 13 |
Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Post | Category / Reservation | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer | OBC | 01 |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel | UR 04, EWS 01, OBC 02, SC 01 | 08 |
| Law Officer | UR 02, OBC 01 | 03 |
| Specialist Grade II – Cardiology | OBC | 01 |
Educational Qualification
1. Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology)
- Degree in Science or Engineering from a recognized University/Institute with Associateship in Sugar Technology OR Post-graduate Diploma in Sugar Technology.
- Desirable: M.Sc. Chemistry or M.Tech Sugar Technology and relevant scientific/technological report drafting or editing experience.
2. Assistant Legislative Counsel
- Degree in Law from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Relevant legal experience as prescribed in the notification, including specified judicial service, legal department, Central Government legal-affairs experience, teaching/research in Law with the prescribed qualification, or qualifying legal practitioner experience.
- Desirable: Experience in legislative drafting.
3. Law Officer
- Degree in Law from a recognized Institute/University.
- Two years’ experience in legal work as a Legal Practitioner OR two years’ legal-work experience in a Government office.
4. Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology
- Recognized medical qualification as prescribed in the notification.
- Post-graduate degree in Cardiology (D.M. Cardiology) or equivalent.
- Three years’ experience in Cardiology after obtaining the post-graduate degree.
Experience Requirements
| Post | Experience |
|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer | 3 years’ teaching/research/advisory experience in Sugar Technology OR 3 years’ practical experience in a sugar factory in managerial capacity. |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel | Relevant legal/judicial/government/legal teaching or legal practitioner experience as prescribed. |
| Law Officer | 2 years’ legal work experience as a Legal Practitioner or in a Government office. |
| Specialist Grade II – Cardiology | 3 years’ experience in Cardiology after the prescribed postgraduate qualification. |
Age Limit and Relaxation
The maximum age varies by post and category.
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer | Up to 38 years for OBC category |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel | Up to 40 years UR/EWS, 43 years OBC and 45 years SC |
| Law Officer | Up to 30 years UR and 33 years OBC |
| Specialist Grade II – Cardiology | Up to 48 years for OBC category |
Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC rules. The notification provides, subject to applicable conditions, relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and eligible Central/UT Government employees.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer | Level-10 |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel | Level-11 |
| Law Officer | Level-07 |
| Specialist Grade II – Cardiology | Level-11 + NPA |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 26 September 2026 |
| Online Application Closing Date | 16 October 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Interview Date | To be intimated separately |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / OBC / EWS Male | ₹25 |
| Women / SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
The application fee, where applicable, is payable online through the prescribed payment methods.
Selection Process
Selection is through interview, or through a Recruitment Test (RT) / Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) followed by interview, depending on the number of applications received for the concerned post.
- UPSC may shortlist candidates based on qualifications and experience or by conducting a Recruitment Test where applications are numerous.
- Minimum interview suitability levels are prescribed category-wise by UPSC.
- Where an RT/CRT is conducted, candidates must satisfy the prescribed qualifying requirements before proceeding to the interview.
- The interview date will be communicated separately to shortlisted candidates.
Documents Required
- Matriculation/10th certificate or mark sheet showing date of birth.
- Degree, diploma and other educational qualification certificates.
- Experience certificates in the prescribed format.
- SC/ST/OBC category certificate, where applicable.
- PwBD certificate, where applicable.
- Age-relaxation documents, where applicable.
- Equivalence certificate/document, where applicable.
- Other documents required to support claims made in the application.
How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026
- Visit the UPSC online recruitment portal.
- Create an account if required.
- Complete Universal Registration and the Common Application Form.
- Select the relevant post-specific recruitment application.
- Enter the required personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Pay the applicable ₹25 fee, if required.
- Review all details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application before 16 October 2026, 6:00 PM.
- Keep a copy of the finally submitted application for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Applications must be submitted online only.
- Candidates should verify that they satisfy the post-specific qualification and experience requirements before applying.
- All claims relating to qualification, experience, age, category and other relaxations must be supported by prescribed documents.
- No correction, alteration or withdrawal is allowed after final submission as per the recruitment instructions.
- Candidature remains provisional at every stage until verification.
- Mere fulfilment of minimum eligibility conditions does not guarantee a call for interview.
- Candidates should carefully read the official Advertisement No. 12/2026 before submitting the application.
Important Links
- Apply Online: UPSC Online Recruitment Portal
- Official Website: UPSC Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026?
A total of 13 vacancies are available across four posts: Junior Technical Officer, Assistant Legislative Counsel, Law Officer and Specialist Grade II (Cardiology).
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online application is 16 October 2026 up to 6:00 PM.
What is the application fee?
The applicable fee is ₹25. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempt from the fee.
What is the selection process?
Depending on the number of applications, UPSC may use shortlisting, Recruitment Test/Combined Recruitment Test and interview as prescribed for the recruitment.
What is the age limit for the Law Officer post?
The maximum age is 30 years for UR candidates and 33 years for OBC candidates, subject to applicable relaxation rules.
Can candidates apply offline?
No. Applications are to be submitted online through the UPSC recruitment portal.
When will the interview be conducted?
The interview date will be intimated separately to shortlisted candidates.
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