UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Advt 12/2026
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited online recruitment applications for 13 posts through Recruitment by Selection. The vacancies include Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology), Assistant Legislative Counsel, Law Officer and Specialist Grade II (Cardiology) posts across various Central Government and GNCTD organisations.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official UPSC recruitment portal from 26 September 2026. The last date to apply is 16 October 2026 at 6:00 PM.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026 |
| Recruitment Type | Recruitment by Selection |
| Total Vacancies | 13 |
| Posts | JTO, Assistant Legislative Counsel, Law Officer, Specialist Grade II (Cardiology) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 26 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 October 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Application Fee | ₹25 |
| Fee Exemption | Women / SC / ST / PwBD |
| Selection Process | Interview; some posts may involve Recruitment Test (RT) and Interview |
| Official Application Portal | upsconline.nic.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Organization / Department | Vacancies | Headquarters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur – Department of Food & Public Distribution | 1 | Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh; transferable anywhere in India |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, Indian Legal Service) | Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice | 8 | New Delhi |
| Law Officer | Land and Building Department, Government of NCT of Delhi | 3 | Delhi |
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology | New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) | 1 | New Delhi |
| Total | 13 |
Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Post | Total | Reservation / Category Details | PwBD Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | 1 | OBC – 1 | Suitable for specified OL/OA categories |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, ILS) | 8 | UR – 4, EWS – 1, OBC – 2, SC – 1 | 1 post reserved for PwBD – Blindness/Low Vision; also suitable for ASD-Mild |
| Law Officer | 3 | UR – 2, OBC – 1 | 1 post reserved for PwBD – specified Locomotor Disability categories |
| Specialist Grade II (Jr. Scale) – Cardiology | 1 | OBC – 1 | Suitable for specified Locomotor/SLD/Multiple Disability categories |
Eligibility Criteria
The educational qualifications and professional experience requirements are post-specific for the four advertised positions.
The recruitment covers specialist technical, legal and medical positions. Candidates must possess the qualification, experience and other requirements prescribed for the particular post they wish to apply for.
Candidates should carefully check the UPSC Advt. No. 12/2026 official notification for the exact:
- Educational qualification.
- Professional qualification, wherever applicable.
- Required experience.
- Age limit.
- Registration requirements for the medical post.
- Category-specific eligibility.
- Other post-wise conditions.
Age Limit
The age limit is post-specific for the vacancies advertised under UPSC Advt. No. 12/2026.
Candidates should refer to the official UPSC notification for the maximum age limit applicable to each post and the age relaxation available to eligible reserved categories.
Salary / Pay Scale
The pay level and salary details are post-specific.
Candidates should check the official UPSC Advt. No. 12/2026 notification for the applicable pay level, pay scale, allowances and other service conditions for each position.
Application Fee
The application fee for the UPSC Recruitment by Selection process is:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other Eligible Candidates | ₹25 |
| Women Candidates | Exempted |
| SC Candidates | Exempted |
| ST Candidates | Exempted |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted |
Candidates should follow the payment instructions available on the official UPSC online application portal.
Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted through Recruitment by Selection.
Depending on the post and number of applicants, UPSC may conduct a Recruitment Test (RT) followed by Interview, while some posts may be shortlisted directly for an interview.
The exact selection procedure applicable to each post will be as specified by UPSC.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official UPSC online recruitment application portal.
Candidates should:
- Visit the official UPSC online recruitment portal.
- Find Advertisement No. 12/2026.
- Read the detailed recruitment notification carefully.
- Check the eligibility requirements for the desired post.
- Complete the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload the required documents and certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee, if required.
- Review all details before final submission.
- Submit the application on or before 16 October 2026 at 6:00 PM.
- Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
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 to shortlisted candidates |
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Click this |
| Apply Online | UPSC Online Recruitment Application Portal |
| Official Website | UPSC |
| Application Portal | upsconline.nic.in |
About Union Public Service Commission
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India’s central recruiting agency responsible for conducting examinations and recruitment processes for various services and posts under the Government of India. UPSC also conducts recruitment by selection for specialised positions in different Central Government organisations.
Disclaimer
This post is based on the official notification. Candidates must verify all details from the official website before applying.