The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 12/2026 for recruitment by Selection to 13 vacancies in different Central Government and Government of NCT of Delhi organisations.
The vacancies include Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology), Assistant Legislative Counsel, Law Officer and Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the UPSC recruitment portal. The application window is open from 26 September 2026 to 16 October 2026 up to 6:00 PM.
Before applying, candidates should check the post-wise educational qualification, professional experience, age limit, application fee and other requirements.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Technical Officer, Law Officer and More |
| Total Vacancies | 13 Posts |
| Qualification | B.Tech/B.E, LLB, MS/MD, DM |
| Selection | Interview / Recruitment Test + Interview, depending on the post & number of applications |
| Apply Mode | Online |
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Advertisement No. 12/2026
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)has released Advertisement No. 12/2026 for recruitment by Selection to 13 vacancies across 4 post categories under different Central Government/GNCTD organisations.
Important Dates
Start Date to Apply Online
26 September 2026
Last Date to Apply Online
16 October 2026 (6:00 PM)
Interview
To be notified separately
The eligibility cut-off date mentioned for the recruitment is the closing date of the online application, 16 October 2026.
UPSC Vacancy 2026
The advertisement contains vacancies for four different posts.
| Post | Organisation | Vacancies | Place of Posting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur | 01 | Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh; transferable anywhere in India |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel, Grade IV | Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice | 08 | New Delhi |
| Law Officer | Land and Building Department, GNCTD | 03 | Delhi |
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology | New Delhi Municipal Council | 01 | New Delhi |
| Total | 13 |
Eligibility Criteria
Post-wise Eligibility
The eligibility requirements are different for each vacancy. Candidates should check the complete qualification and experience requirements for the particular post they intend to apply for.
1. Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology)
Educational Qualification:
Candidates should have a degree in Science or Engineering from a recognised University/Institute along with an Associateship in Sugar Technology or a Post-graduate Diploma in Sugar Technology.
Experience:
Candidates should have either:
- 3 years of teaching, research or advisory experience in Sugar Technology; or
- 3 years of practical experience in a sugar factory in a managerial capacity.
Desirable Qualification/Experience:
- M.Sc. in Chemistry or M.Tech. in Sugar Technology
- Experience in drafting or editing scientific and technological reports
2. Assistant Legislative Counsel – Grade IV
Candidates should have a Degree in Law from a recognised University or equivalent and meet one of the prescribed experience/qualification routes.
The advertisement includes routes involving:
- 7 or more years as a member of a State Judicial Service
- 7 or more years in a superior post in a State legal department
- 7 or more years as a Central Government servant with legal-affairs experience
- Master’s Degree in Law with 5 or more years of teaching/research experience in Law
- Relevant legal-practitioner experience meeting the conditions specified in the advertisement
Desirable: Experience in legislative drafting.
3. Law Officer
Educational Qualification:
- Degree in Law from a recognised Institute/University
Experience:
- 2 years’ experience in legal work as a Legal Practitioner; or
- 2 years’ legal-work experience in a Government office
4. Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology
Educational Qualification:
- Recognised medical qualification as prescribed in the advertisement
- Post-graduate degree in Cardiology, such as D.M. Cardiology, or equivalent
Experience:
- 3 years’ experience in Cardiology after obtaining the post-graduate qualification
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The maximum age varies according to the post and applicable category.
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer | 38 years for OBC |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel | 40 years for UR/EWS, 43 years for OBC, 45 years for SC |
| Law Officer | 30 years for UR, 33 years for OBC |
| Specialist Grade II – Cardiology | 48 years for OBC |
PwBD and other applicable age relaxations are available according to the recruitment rules.
Age Relaxation
The advertisement provides different relaxations for eligible reserved categories and other specified groups.
The listed provisions include:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years, subject to the applicable conditions
- Certain Ex-Servicemen/Commissioned Officers: up to 5 years
- Certain Central/UT Government employees: relaxation subject to the prescribed conditions
PwBD candidates must meet the disability-related requirements specified in the notification.
Check Your Age Before Applying
Before submitting the application, candidates should verify that they meet the prescribed age requirements. Use our Age Calculator to calculate your exact age in years, months and days based on the age cut-off date mentioned in the official notification.
Tip: Enter your Date of Birth and the exact “Age as on” date specified in the recruitment notification. Do not assume that the application closing date or today’s date is the age cut-off date.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Salary
The pay level depends on the post.
| Post | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer | Level 10 |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel | Level 11 |
| Law Officer | Level 7 |
| Specialist Grade II – Cardiology | Level 11 + NPA |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / OBC / EWS Male | ₹25 |
| All Other Candidates | Nil |
The application fee, where applicable, must be paid online. The fee is non-refundable.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The recruitment is through selection/interview, with UPSC having the option to conduct a Recruitment Test (RT) or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) followed by an interview, depending on the number of applications and the requirements of the post.
Candidates should not assume that every post will have the same examination process.
UPSC may also shortlist candidates using factors such as:
- Higher desirable qualifications
- Higher educational qualifications
- Additional relevant experience
- Experience beyond the minimum requirement
- Recruitment Test, where applicable
The minimum interview suitability levels mentioned in the advertisement are:
| Category | Minimum Suitability |
|---|---|
| UR | 50/100 |
| OBC | 45/100 |
| SC/ST/PH | 40/100 |
Where a Recruitment Test is conducted before the interview, candidates may need to meet the prescribed qualifying requirements at both stages.
How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the UPSC recruitment portal.
- Go to the official UPSC online recruitment website.
- Complete Registration: Candidates need to create an account and complete the required Universal Registration and Common Application Form (CAF).
- Select the Recruitment: Complete the post-specific application module for the vacancy you want to apply for.
- Upload the photograph, live photo, signature and supporting documents as required.
- Candidates who are required to pay the application fee should pay ₹25 through the available online payment methods.
- Review all information carefully before final submission.
The advertisement states that correction, alteration or withdrawal is not permitted after final submission. - Submit the completed application before: 16 October 2026, 6:00 PM
Candidates should keep a printout of the finally submitted application for future reference.
Prepare Your Photo, Signature & Thumb Impression
Before uploading your documents, make sure your photograph, signature and thumb impression meet the size, dimensions and file-size requirements mentioned in the official recruitment notification.
You can use the free IndianJobsHub Image Tools to resize, crop, compress and prepare your images for online application forms.
Available tools include:
- Photo Resizer – Resize and prepare your photograph according to the required dimensions and file size.
- Signature Resizer – Crop, resize and compress your signature for online applications.
- Thumb Impression Tool – Prepare and compress your left thumb impression.
- Image Compressor – Reduce an image to the required KB size.
- Passport Photo Maker – Create a passport-size photo for applications.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the relevant documents ready before completing the application.
Commonly required documents include:
- 10th/Matriculation certificate or mark sheet for date of birth
- Degree or diploma certificate
- Relevant mark sheets/provisional certificate where applicable
- Equivalence certificate, where applicable
- Experience certificate in the prescribed format
- SC/ST/OBC certificate, where applicable
- PwBD certificate, where applicable
- Documents supporting age relaxation, where applicable
- Government employment declaration, where applicable
- Name-change documents, if applicable
- Certified translation for documents not available in Hindi or English
Experience certificates must meet the requirements specified in the recruitment advertisement.
Who Can Apply?
This recruitment is aimed at candidates with specialised qualifications and experience in areas such as:
- Sugar Technology
- Law and legislative work
- Legal practice/Government legal work
- Cardiology
Because each post has different educational and experience requirements, candidates should select the vacancy that matches their qualifications rather than applying based only on the job title.
Important Points Before Applying
Candidates should keep the following points in mind:
- Meeting the minimum qualification does not automatically guarantee an interview call.
- UPSC may shortlist candidates when the number of applications is large.
- The selection method may differ depending on the post.
- Candidates should provide accurate information and valid documents.
- Applications should be completed before the closing time.
- Candidates should carefully check category, qualification and experience claims before final submission.
- Candidates already working in Government service should follow the applicable departmental requirements.
- For the Law Officer vacancy, the applicable GNCTD OBC requirements should be checked by candidates claiming OBC reservation.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | View & Download Here |
| Apply Online | upsconline.nic.in |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
There are 13 vacancies under UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026.
The last date is 16 October 2026 up to 6:00 PM.
The recruitment includes Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology), Assistant Legislative Counsel, Law Officer and Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology.
The fee is ₹25 for applicable candidates. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted from the fee.
Not necessarily. UPSC may conduct an interview directly or use a Recruitment Test/Combined Recruitment Test followed by an interview, depending on the post and number of applications.
