Union Public Service Commission invites online recruitment applications through Union Public Service Commission website (https://www.upsc.gov.in/) (Advt. No. 10/2026) for the following posts of 34 Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil), Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics), Assistant Director (Engineering), Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch), Research Officer, Horticulture Development Officer, Soil Conservation Assistant vacancies on regular basis. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, According to the official timeline, the online application portal opens today, 08.08.2026, and interested applicants must submit their forms before the closing date on 28.08.2026.
Eligible candidates possessing a B.E/B.Tech, Bachelor’ Degree, Master’s Degree can apply exclusively via the online mode. The primary job locations for these coveted Assistant Executive Engineer posts are spread All Over India. Following a successful submission, registered candidates will receive a secure link to download their official exam hall tickets and interview call letters 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: 10/2026 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 34 Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil), Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics), Assistant Director (Engineering), Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch), Research Officer, Horticulture Development Officer, Soil Conservation Assistant Posts |
| Place of Posting: All Over India |
| Starting Date: 08.08.2026 |
| Last Date: 28.08.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://www.upsc.gov.in/ |
Current UPSC Job Openings:
- Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) – 01
- Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) – 09
- Assistant Director (Engineering) – 01
- Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch) – 01
- Research Officer – 11
- Horticulture Development Officer – 04
- Soil Conservation Assistant – 07
UPSC Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for UPSC: (As on 28.08.2026)
- Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) –
- Educational:
- Bachelor Degree in Civil Engg from an accredited University or equivalent.
- Candidates enrolled with the Institution of Engineers (India) in AMIE (Section A & B) on or before 31.05.2013 will also be considered eligible.
- Experience: Two years’ Experience in a supervisory capacity in design, maintenance and construction of structural and reinforced concrete works.
- Desirable: Possess background in General Administration, along with the upkeep and functioning of Lighthouses and various other marine navigation aids.
- Educational:
- Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) –
- Educational:
- Bachelor Degree in Electronics Engg/ Telecommunications/ Electronics & Communications Engg from an accredited University or equivalent
- IETE (Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers) or Section A & B of the Institution of Engineers (India), who were enrolled with the Institute up to 31.05.2013 shall be eligible for consideration.
- Experience: Two years’ Experience in supervisory capacity in the field of radio aids to navigation.
- Desirable: Two years’ Experience in generation, supply and transmission of power with Experience in light lighting small motors and wiring.
- Educational:
- Assistant Director (Engineering) –
- Educational: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from recognized University or Institute.
- Experience: Possess a minimum of two years of professional experience in either: (i) the planning, building, and upkeep of Civil Engineering projects, which includes harbour engineering works; or (ii) the operational management and upkeep of various crane types, diesel locomotives, marine engines, winches, and supporting machinery within a mechanical or marine workshop or establishment.
- Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch) –
- (A) (i) Master’s Degree in Law from a recognised University or Institutions; and (ii) Possessing the following Educational qualifications and Experience, namely; – I. served for two years as a member of the State Judicial Service;; or II. a Central or State or Union territory Government Servant or an executive or officer in a Public Sector Undertaking or Statutory Body or Autonomous Body who has Experience in Legal Affairs for two years; or III. an eligible legal practitioner with two years of experience in active practice; or IV. a teacher of law for two years in an accredited institutions; or V. two years’ Experience of translation into Hindi of statutes, statutory rules and orders in Central Govt or State Govt or UT administration; or VI. two years’ Experience of drafting of statutes in the Central Government or State Government or Union territory administration; and (iii) Passed Secondary School Examination or any higher examination from a recognised Board or University or Institution through Hindi medium or had offered Hindi as a subject in Secondary School Examination or any higher examination from a recognised Board or University or any institution or foreign University approved by the Central Government. OR
- (B) (i) Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognised University or Institutions and (ii) Possessing the following Educational qualifications and Experience, namely; I. a Member of State Judicial Service for a period of 04 years, or II. a Central or State or Union Territory Government Servant or an executive or officer in a Public Sector Undertaking or Statutory Body or Autonomous Body who has had Experience in Legal Affairs for four years; or III. a qualified legal practitioner who has practised as such for four years; or IV. a teacher of law for four years in a recognised institution; or V. four years’ Experience of translation into Hindi to statutes, statutory rules and orders in the Central Government or the State Government or Union territory administration; and VI. Four year Experience of drafting of statutes in the Central Government or the State Government or Union territory administration. (iii) Applicants must have cleared the Secondary School Examination or a higher-level exam through Hindi medium from an approved Board, University, or Institution. Alternatively, they should have taken Hindi as a subject in their Secondary School Examination or any higher qualification from a recognized Board, University, or an institution/foreign University recognized by the Central Government.
- Research Officer –
- Educational: Master’s Degree in Geography or Geology or Applied Geology or Geoinformatics or Geographical Information System and Remote Sensing or Geomatics or Geospatial Technology from an accredited University or Institute and having studied Geography or Geology or Applied Geology as a subject in all the years at Graduatea level.
- Experience: 14 Five years’ Experience in Geographical and Cartographical Teaching or Research Involving Collection of Data and Preparation of Maps on Various Themes.
- Desirable: Doctorate in Geography, Geology, Applied Geology, Geoinformatics, Geographical Information System & Remote Sensing, Geomatics, Geospatial Technology from an accredited University or Institute
- Horticulture Development Officer –
- Educational: Bachelor in Horticulture Science or Bachelor in Agriculture Science
- Soil Conservation Assistant –
- Educational: BSc Agriculture or BSc Horticulture from a recognized University or Institute. or BSc / MSc Soil Science from a recognized University or Institute. or BE/BTech in Agricultural Engineering from a recognized University or Institute.
Age Limit for UPSC: (As on 28.08.2026)
- Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) – 38 years for OBC
- Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) – 35 years for UR, 38 years for OBC, 40 years for SC and 40 years for ST
- Assistant Director (Engineering) – 30 years for UR
- Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch) – 35 years for UR
- Research Officer – 35 years for UR, 35 years for EWS, 38 years for OBC and 40 years for SC
- Horticulture Development Officer – 40 years for ST
- Soil Conservation Assistant – 40 years for ST
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:
- Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) – Level- 10
- Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) – Level- 10
- Assistant Director (Engineering) – Level- 07
- Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch) – Level- 10
- Research Officer – Level- 10
- Horticulture Development Officer – Level- 08
- Soil Conservation Assistant – Level- 08
Method of Selection for UPSC:
- Recruitment Test
- Interview
Application Fee for UPSC:
- For ST/SC/Women/PWD Applicants – Nil
- For Other Applicants – Rs.25/-
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 08.08.2026 and 28.08.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the Union Public Service Commission website https://www.upsc.gov.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 08.08.2026
- Closing Date of online application portal: 28.08.2026
UPSC Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Recruitment Page of UPSC: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for UPSC: Click Here to Download |
| Online Application Form for UPSC: Click Here to Apply |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- Is UPSC positions a permanent job?
- Yes, it is a permanent Job.
- What is the last date to apply for Assistant Executive Engineer recruitment 2026?
- The last date to submit your online application for the UPSC positions is 28.08.2026. The online application portal opened on 08.08.2026.
- Where will the selected candidates be posted?
- The official place of posting for all the 34 positions will be All Over India.
- What is the selection process for UPSC positions?
- The method of selection depends on the specific job profile but generally includes the following stages: Recruitment Test, Interview