The Union Public Service Commission has officially announced a massive 2026 recruitment Notification (Advt. No. 03/2026) to fill 05 Scientist-B (Mechanical), Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive), Superintending Archaeological Engineer, Assistant Professor vacancies. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, Apply Online on the official Web-site of this Union Public Service Commission i.e. https://upsc.gov.in/. The online application portal will be opened on 25.04.2026 for filling online applications and the date for closing the online application interface is 15.05.2026.
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Eligible candidates with qualifications B.E/B.Tech, M.Sc can apply online. Candidates should note that the primary Job locations for these posts are Kolkata. Registered candidates will receive a link to download their exam hall tickets via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
UPSC Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: Union Public Service Commission |
| Notification No: 03/2026 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 05 Scientist-B (Mechanical), Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive), Superintending Archaeological Engineer, Assistant Professor Posts |
| Place of Posting: Pune, Delhi, Kolkata |
| Starting Date: 25.04.2026 |
| Last Date: 15.05.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://upsc.gov.in/ |
Current UPSC Job Openings:
- Scientist-B (Mechanical) – 01 Post
- Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive) – 01 Post
- Superintending Archaeological Engineer – 02 Posts
- Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering (Survey) – 01 Post
UPSC Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for UPSC:
- Scientist-B (Mechanical)
- Essential Qualification: (i) Master’s Degree in Physics from a recognized University or Institute; and (ii) One year practical experience in the testing/ calibration of engineering materials/ products or in precision measurements/metrology in a recognized laboratory or institute. OR (i) Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering from a recognized University or Institute; and (ii) Two years’ practical experience in the testing/calibration of engineering materials/ products or in precision measurements/metrology in a recognized laboratory or institute.
- Desirable Qualification: Research and Development experience in testing of engineering materials and metrology/calibration of instruments and machines.
- Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive)
- Essential Qualification: (i) Master’s Degree in Physics or Degree in Electrical Engineering or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Metallurgy from a recognized University or Institute; and (ii) One years’ experience in Non-Destructive testing Laboratory OR One years’ experience in X-Ray Diffraction or investigation work on failure Engineering Material by Non-Destructive and metallographic methods of testing.
- Experience: Eight years’ experience in Planning, Execution and Supervision of Civil Engineering works in Government Sector or any Archaeological or Heritage Sites.
- Superintending Archaeological Engineer
- Essential Qualification:: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or institute
- Assistant Professor
- Essential Qualification:: Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering and Master of Engineering/Master of Technology in Civil Engineering (Geo Informatics/ Geoinformatics and Surveying Technology) with first class or equivalent either in Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Technology or Master of Engineering/Master of Technology.
Age Limit for UPSC: (As on 15.05.2026)
- Scientist-B (Mechanical) – 35 years
- Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive) – 33 years
- Superintending Archaeological Engineer – 40 years
- Assistant Professor – 38 years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- +5 Years for ST/SC
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- Persons with Disabilities candidate:
- +10 Years for UR
- +13 Years for OBC (NCL)
- +15 Years for ST/SC
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Pay Scale for UPSC:
- Scientist-B (Mechanical) – Level- 10 7th CPC
- Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive) – Level- 08 7th CPC
- Superintending Archaeological Engineer – Level- 11 7th CPC
- Assistant Professor – Level- 10 7th CPC
Method of Selection for UPSC:
- Combined Recruitment Test (CRT)
- Interview
Exam Centers:
- Ahmedabad
- Bhopal
- Chennai
- Delhi
- Dispur (Guwahati)
- Jaipur
- Jammu
- Kochi
- Kolkata
- Lucknow
- Mumbai
- Nagpur
- Port Blair
- Ranchi
- Visakhapatnam
Application Fee for UPSC:
- For Female/ST/SC/Ex-s/PWD Applicants – Nil
- For Other Applicants – Rs.25/-
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 25.04.2026 and 15.05.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the Union Public Service Commission website https://upsc.gov.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 25.04.2026
- Closing Date of online application portal: 15.05.2026
UPSC Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of UPSC: Website Link |
| Advertisement for UPSC: Notification Link |
| Online Application Form for UPSC: Apply Link |
