| 🏢 Hiring Organization | Union Public Service Commission |
|---|---|
| 💼 Name of Post(s) | UPSC Scientist & Assistant Director Recruitment 2026 |
| 🗺️ Job Category / Location | All India |
| 👥 Total Open Vacancies | 194 |
| 🎓 Minimum Eligibility | Degree / Master's Degree / Engineering in relevant disciplines |
| 📅 Registration Start Date | 23-May-2026 |
| ⏳ Last Date to Apply Online | 12-Jun-2026 |
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced advertisement no. 05/2026 containing notification for 194 vacancies for various posts including Airworthiness Officer, Deputy Controller of Explosives, Scientist-B, Assistant Director, and others under various ministries of the Government of India. Job seekers looking for Latest Govt Jobs can now check the eligibility and apply online before the closing date. To get more updates on upcoming notifications, stay tuned to our Free Job Alert page.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
Find the essential details of UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026 below:
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Hiring Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 05/2026 |
| Post Names | Airworthiness Officer, Deputy Controller of Explosives, Scientist-B, Assistant Director, and Various Other Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 194 Vacancies |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date to Apply Online | 2026-05-23 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 2026-06-12 (till 18:00 Hours) |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
Interested candidates can check the post-wise classification and the minimum academic eligibility requirements for this premium recruitment below. This is one of the top updates in the Sarkari Result 2026 calendar:
| Post Name | Vacancies | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Airworthiness Officer | 25 | Degree in Physics, Math or Aircraft Maintenance, or Engineering Degree in Aeronautical / Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Telecommunication + valid AME license (B1 or B2) + 3 years experience. |
| Deputy Controller of Explosives | 44 | Degree in Chemical Engineering/Technology or Master’s Degree in Chemistry + 3 years experience. |
| Scientist-B (Atmos. Sciences / Gen. Meteorology / Instrumentation) | 46 | Master's Degree in Science (Physics, Math, Meteorology) OR Engineering Degree in relevant stream. |
| Assistant Director & Grade I/II (IEDS) | 34 | Degree/Master's Degree in relevant field (Chemistry, Food Technology, Textile/Hosiery, Leather, etc.). |
| Other Miscellaneous Posts | 45 | Varies according to the post (Degree in Civil/Mining Engineering, Master's Degree in Languages/History, etc.). |
Age Limit
The normal maximum age limit specified for General/EWS category candidates varies for different posts under this advertisement:
- For Assistant Director Grade-II / JTO / Scientific Officer posts: 30 Years
- For Airworthiness Officer / Dy. Controller of Explosives / MMS Manager / Scientist-B / RO: 35 Years
- For Deputy Director (Civil Engg) / Dy. Director of Mines Safety: 40 Years
- For Associate Professor: 45 Years
Note: Age is relaxable for SC, ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates as per Central Government reservation guidelines.
Application Fee & Charges
To successfully register and submit the online application, the following category-wise fee details apply:
- General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates: Rs. 25/- (Rupees Twenty-five only)
- SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates (Any Community): Nil (Exempted from fee payment)
- Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Visa, Master, Rupay Credit/Debit Card, or UPI payments.
How to Apply Online for UPSC Recruitment 2026
Follow these quick steps to apply online for this major recruitment notification:
- Go to the official UPSC ORA portal at
https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/. - If you are a new user, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) module and generate your Universal Registration Number (URN).
- Log in using your OTR details and select the specific post you wish to apply for under Advt No. 05/2026.
- Fill up the application form carefully and upload all relevant files (PDF format), including qualifications, experience, and category certificates.
- Pay the required application fee (if applicable) through online payment modes.
- Review all details in the preview option and submit the online application. Do not forget to download or take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference.