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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)Application Closed · Prep Phase

UPSC Advt 03/2026 Notification 2026: Apply Online for Scientist, SO, Engineer & Assistant Professor Posts

Advt No: UPSC Advertisement No. 03/2026•Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Official Process Flow

Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones

Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

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01

Online Application Window

Application window closed on 14 May 2026

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02

Online application scrutiny by UPSC

As specified in official notice

Official Stage
03

Shortlisting based on essential qualification, des...

Shortlisting based on essential qualification, desirable qualification and experience

Official Stage
04

Recruitment test if UPSC decides to conduct one

As specified in official notice

Official Stage
05

Interview / personality test

As specified in official notice

Interview
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15-Second Executive Decision Summary

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Total Vacancies
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

5

Scientist-B (Mechanical), Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive), Superintending Archaeological Engineer

Min Qualification

ANY POST GRADUATE

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Age Limit & Cut-off

18 – 35 Yrs

as on 14 May 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹47,600–₹1,51,100

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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) (Advt No: UPSC Advertisement No. 03/2026)

About this Recruitment

Union Public Service Commission has invited online recruitment applications under Advertisement No. 03/2026 for direct recruitment to 5 specialist posts in Government of India offices. The recruitment includes Scientist-B (Mechanical), Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive), Superintending Archaeological Engineer and Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering - Survey). Eligible candidates can apply through the UPSC ORA portal from 25 April to 15 May 2026.

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  • Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
  • Recruitment by Selection through ORA
  • Scientist-B, Scientific Officer, Engineer and Assistant Professor Posts

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

18 Years

Maximum Age

35 Years

* Age calculated as on: 14 May 2026

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 14 May 2026)

Educational Eligibility: ANY POST GRADUATE, ANY GRADUATE

Important Dates & Timeline

1

Notification Released

24 April 2026

2

Application Start Date

24 April 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

14 May 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Scientist-B (Mechanical)1 ANY POST GRADUATE
Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive)1 ANY POST GRADUATE
Superintending Archaeological Engineer2 ANY POST GRADUATE
Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering - Survey)1 ANY POST GRADUATE
Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Pay Level 8 - 11 as per 7th CPC

Official Pay Scale

₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):
Ministry of Finance City Classification
Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)
Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Tier Y
Basic Pay₹47,600
Dearness Allowance (DA)50%
₹23,800
House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%
₹8,568
Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700
Gross Monthly Salary₹82,668
Standard Deductions
Statutory
National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)
-₹7,140
CGHS / Health Insurance-₹650
Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60
Total Deductions-₹7,850
Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹74,818

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹9.92 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker

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Stage 1: Written / Computer Based Test (CBT / OMR)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test

90 Minutes
Total Marks: 100
Negative Marking: 0.25 or 0.33 marks deducted per incorrect answer (as per notice)
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2525
General Awareness & Current Affairs2525
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability2525
English / Hindi Comprehension / Domain Subject2525

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

1

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://upsc.gov.in/recruitment

2

Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: UPSC Advertisement No. 03/2026) to confirm eligibility criteria.

3

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

4

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

5

Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.

6

Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

Document Upload Specifications
Verified Official Format

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, white/light background, taken within 3 months

Scanned Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, black/blue ink on white paper

Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets

100 KB to 300 KB, clearly readable PDF/JPG format

Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

100 KB to 300 KB, valid PDF format issued by competent authority

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Application Fee Details

General / OBC / EWS Male₹25
Female / SC / ST / PwBDFree

Payment Modes: Pay the fee online through the UPSC ORA portal using debit card, credit card, UPI, net banking or other listed modes.

Selection Process

1
Online application scrutiny by UPSC
2
Shortlisting based on essential qualification, desirable qualification and experience
3
Recruitment test if UPSC decides to conduct one
4
Interview / personality test
5
Document verification and final recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date for UPSC Advertisement No. 03/2026?

The last date to apply online through UPSC ORA is 15 May 2026.

How many posts are available in UPSC Advt 03/2026?

UPSC Advertisement No. 03/2026 lists 5 posts across Scientist-B, Scientific Officer, Superintending Archaeological Engineer and Assistant Professor categories.

Where can candidates apply for UPSC Advertisement 03/2026?

Candidates must apply online through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal at upsconline.nic.in/ora.

Application StatusClosed

Last Date to Apply

14 May 2026

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