UPSC Recruitment 2026 41 Scientist Posts | Apply Online!

Union Public Service Commission invites online recruitment applications through Union Public Service Commission website (https://www.upsc.gov.in/) (Advt. No. 09/2026) for the following posts of 41 Agricultural Engineer, Scientist ‘B’, Civilian Medical Officer, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor, Assistant Industrial Adviser & Veterinary Assistant Surgeon 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, 25.07.2026, and interested applicants must submit their forms before the closing date on 14.08.2026.

Eligible candidates possessing a B.E/B.Tech, BVSc & AH, MBBS, M.E/M.Tech, M.Sc, Ph.D can apply exclusively via the online mode. The primary job locations for these coveted Agricultural Engineer, Scientist, Medical Officer 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.

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UPSC Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]

Organization Name: Union Public Service Commission

Notification No: 09/2026

Job Category: Central Govt Jobs

Employment Type: Regular Basis

Total No of Vacancies: 41 Agricultural Engineer, Scientist ‘B’, Civilian Medical Officer, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor, Assistant Industrial Adviser & Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Posts

Place of Posting: All Over India

Starting Date:  25.07.2026

Last Date:  14.08.2026

Apply Mode: Online

Official Website: https://www.upsc.gov.in/

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Current UPSC Job Openings:

1. Agricultural Engineer – 01 Post
2. Medical Officer /Research Officer (Unani) – 04 Posts
3. Scientist ‘B’ (Botany) – 01 Post
4. Scientist ‘B’ (Environmental Science) – 01 Post
5. Scientist ‘B’ (Geology) – 01 Post
6. Scientist ‘B’ (Physics) – 01 Post
7. Scientist ‘B’ (Zoology) – 01 Post
8. Civilian Medical Officer – 18 Posts
9. Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Immuno-Haematology and Blood Transfusion) – 04 Posts
10. Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Surgical Oncology) – 01 Post
11. Assistant Industrial Adviser – 02 Posts
12. Veterinary Assistant Surgeon – 04 Posts

UPSC Eligibility Criteria:

Educational Qualification for UPSC: (As on 14.08.2026)

1. Agricultural Engineer –
   • Educational: Degree in Agricultural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering of a recognized University. 
   • Experience: Two years
   • Desirable Qualifications: One year practical Experience of mechanized farming practices.
2. Medical Officer /Research Officer (Unani) – 
   • Educational: Degree in Unani Medicine of a recognized University/Statutory State Board/Council/Faculty of Indian Medicine recognized under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970 (48 of 1970). Enrolment on the Central Register of Indian Medicine or a State Register of Indian Medicine.
3. Scientist ‘B’ (Botany) – 
   • Educational: Master’s Degree in Science in Botany from a recognized University or Equivalent. 
   • Experience: Three years research Experience in Botany after acquisition of essential qualification. 
   • Desirable Qualifications: (i) PhD in Botany (ii) At least one year practical Experience in a laboratory for conservation of cultural property. (iii) At least one year Experience in non-destructive testing or analysis.
4. Scientist ‘B’ (Environmental Science) – 
   • Educational: Master’s Degree in Science in Environmental Science from a recognized University or equivalent. OR Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University in Engineering or Technology with specialization in Environmental Science and Engineering.
   • Experience: Three years research Experience in Environmental Science after acquisition of essential qualification. 
   • Desirable Qualifications: (i) PhD in Environmental Science (ii) At least one year practical Experience in a laboratory for conservation of cultural property. (iii) At least one year Experience in non-destructive testing or analysis.
5. Scientist ‘B’ (Geology) – 
   • Educational: Master’s Degree in Science in Geology from a recognized University. 
   • Experience: Three years research Experience in geology after acquisition of essential qualification. 
   • Desirable Qualifications: (i) PhD in geology. (ii) At least one year practical Experience in a laboratory for conservation of cultural property. (iii) At least one year Experience in non-destructive testing or analysis.
6. Scientist ‘B’ (Physics) – 
   • Educational: Master’s Degree in Science in Physics from an accredited University. 
   • Experience: Three years research Experience in Physics after acquisition of essential qualification. 
   • Desirable Qualifications: (i) PhD in Physics. (ii) At least one year practical Experience in a laboratory for conservation of cultural property. (iii) At least one year Experience in non-destructive testing or analysis.
7. Scientist ‘B’ (Zoology) – 
   • Educational: Master’s Degree in Science in Zoology from a recognized University. 
   • Experience: Three years research Experience in Zoology after acquisition of essential qualification. 
   • Desirable Qualifications: (i) PhD in Zoology. (ii) At least one year practical Experience in a laboratory for conservation of cultural property. (iii) At least one year Experience in non-destructive testing or analysis.
8. Civilian Medical Officer – 
   • Educational: (i) MBBS  (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)  degree qualification included in the 1st Schedule or 2nd Schedule or Part II of the 3rd Schedule (other than licentiate qualifications) to the Indian Medical Council/NMC Act, 1956. Holders of Educational qualifications included in Part II of the 3rd Schedule should also fulfill the conditions specified in sub-section (3) of section 13 of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (102 of 1956). (ii) Completion of Compulsory rotating internship, Internship candidates who may not have completed rotating internship shall be eligible to appear for the written examination provided that, if selected, they shall have satisfactorily completed the compulsory internship before appointment. 
   • Desirable Qualifications: Post Graduate medical qualification in any discipline.
9. Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Immuno-Haematology and Blood Transfusion) – 
10. Educational: (i) MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) degree qualification included in the 1st Schedule or 2nd Schedule or Part II of the 3rd Schedule (other than licentiate qualifications) to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, (102 of 1956). Holder of Educational qualifications included in Part II of the 3rd Schedule should also fulfill the conditions specified in sub-section (3) of section 13 of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (102 of 1956). (ii) Post-graduate degree in the concerned Speciality or Super-speciality mentioned in Section-A of Schedule VI from recognized Teaching Institute i.e., Doctorate of Medicine (Immunology); or Doctor of Medicine (Immuno-Haematology and Blood Transfusion); Or Diplomate National Board (Immunology/Immuno-Haematology and Blood Transfusion); or Doctor of Medicine (Pathology) with two years’ teaching Experience or special training in department of Immuno-Haematology and Blood Transfusion ; or Doctor of Medicine (Bacteriology) with two years’ teaching Experience or special training in department of Immuno-Haematology and Blood Transfusion ; or Doctor of Medicine (Haematology) with two years’ teaching Experience or special training in department of Immuno-Haematology and Blood Transfusion ; or Diplomate National Board (Pathology/Bacteriology/Haematology) with two years’ teaching Experience or special training in department of Immuno-Haematology and Blood Transfusion.
11. (B) Experience: At least three years’ teaching Experience as Senior Resident or Tutor or Demonstrator or Registrar or Assistant Professor or Lecturer in the concerned Speciality or Superspeciality in a recognized teaching institution after obtaining the 1st Post-graduate degree.

31. Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Surgical Oncology) –
    • Educational: (i) MBBS  (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)  degree qualification included in the 1st Schedule or 2nd Schedule or Part II of the 3rd Schedule (other than licentiate qualifications) to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, (102 of 1956). Holder of Educational qualifications included in Part II of the 3rd Schedule should also fulfill the conditions specified in sub-section (3) of section 13 of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (102 of 1956). (iii) Post-graduate degree in the concerned Speciality or Super-speciality mentioned in Section-A of Schedule VI from recognized Teaching Institute i.e., Magister Chirurgiae (Surgical Oncology); or Diplomate National Board (Surgical Oncology); or Master of Surgery (General Surgery) with two years’ special training in Surgical Oncology; or Master of Surgery (Ear, Nose & Throat) with two years’ special training in Surgical Oncology; or Master of Surgery (Orthopaedics) with two years’ special training in Surgical Oncology; or Doctor of Medicine (Obstetrics and Gynecology) with two years’ special training in Surgical Oncology; or Diplomate National Board (General Surgery/ENT/Orthopaedics/Obst. & Gyne.) with two years’ special training in Surgical Oncology. 
    • Experience: At least three years’ teaching Experience as Senior Resident or Tutor or Demonstrator or Registrar or Assistant Professor or Lecturer in the concerned Speciality or Superspeciality in a recognized teaching institution after obtaining the 1st Post-graduate degree.
32. Assistant Industrial Adviser –
    • Educational: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Chemical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering or Electronics and Communication Engineering from a recognized university or institute. 
    • Experience: Three years’ Experience in steel works, steel rolling mills or in a unit manufacturing plant machinery or machine tools OR Three years’ Experience in production, planning, development and research of iron and steel industry including its raw materials. 
    • Desirable Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Chemical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering or Electronics and Communication Engineering from a recognized University or Institute.
33. Veterinary Assistant Surgeon –
    • Educational: (i) Bachelor Degree in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry or Veterinary Science from a recognized University or Institute. (ii) Registered with the Veterinary Council of India or State /UT Veterinary Council

Age Limit for UPSC: (As on 14.08.2026)

1. Agricultural Engineer – 33 years
2. Medical Officer /Research Officer (Unani) – 35 years
3. Scientist ‘B’ (Botany) – 35 years
4. Scientist ‘B’ (Environmental Science) – 35 years
5. Scientist ‘B’ (Geology) – 35 years
6. Scientist ‘B’ (Physics) – 38 years
7. Scientist ‘B’ (Zoology) – 40 years
8. Civilian Medical Officer – 35 years
9. Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Immuno-Haematology and Blood Transfusion) – 40 years
10. Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Surgical Oncology) –43 years
11. Assistant Industrial Adviser –35 years
12. Veterinary Assistant Surgeon –35 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:

1. Agricultural Engineer – Level- 07
2. Medical Officer /Research Officer (Unani) – Level- 10 plus NPA
3. Scientist ‘B’ (Botany) – Level- 10
4. Scientist ‘B’ (Environmental Science) – Level- 10
5. Scientist ‘B’ (Geology) – Level- 10
6. Scientist ‘B’ (Physics) – Level- 10
7. Scientist ‘B’ (Zoology) – Level- 10
8. Civilian Medical Officer – Level- 10 plus NPA
9. Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Immuno-Haematology and Blood Transfusion) – Level- 11 plus NPA
10. Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Surgical Oncology) –Level- 11 plus NPA
11. Assistant Industrial Adviser –Level- 10
12. Veterinary Assistant Surgeon –Level- 10 plus NPA

Method of Selection for UPSC:

• Recruitment Test (RT) 
• Interview 

Application Fee for UPSC:  

• For 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 25.07.2026 and 14.08.2026 (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: 25.07.2026 
• Closing Date of online application portal: 14.08.2026 

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