UPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 538 Specialist, Medical Officer & Other Posts
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UPSC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 538 Specialist, Medical Officer & Other Posts
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Quick facts
About the role
Union Public Service Commission has opened online registrations for 538 vacancies spread over 30 central government departments and ministries. The positions include Specialist Grade III officers, Assistant Directors, Medical Officers, and technical executives under various central cadres like the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Defence, and Ministry of Labour. Candidates holding an MBBS, postgraduate medical qualification, Master's degree in applied sciences, or an engineering degree with relevant post-qualification experience can submit applications through the commission's official portal. Selection depends on screening through a computer-based recruitment test or direct shortlisting based on qualifications, followed by a personal interview. Appointed personnel will join central civil services on Pay Level 7 up to Level 11, drawing standard central allowances including HRA, DA, and transport allowances. Anyone seeking stable central government employment in technical, medical, or administrative capacities should review the discipline-wise eligibility criteria and register their details before the deadline on 12 Nov 2026.
Highlights
- 538 central government openings spread across 30+ ministries and departments
- Posts include Specialist Grade III, Medical Officer, Assistant Director, and Senior Scientific Assistant
- Pay scales range from 7th CPC Level 7 to Level 11 with central benefits
- Nominal application fee of Rs. 25 for General/OBC men; completely free for women and SC/ST candidates
- Selection conducted via shortlisting or computer-based test followed by interview
Selection process
- 1Scrutiny of online applications against educational credentials and post-qualification experience
- 2Computer Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) if applicant count exceeds shortlisting thresholds
- 3Personal interview carrying 100 marks with category-wise minimum qualifying criteria
- 4Document verification of original certificates and final pre-employment medical checkup
How to apply
- 1Go to the UPSC application portal at upsconline.gov.in and log in using your One Time Registration (OTR) credentials
- 2Select the active Online Recruitment Application (ORA) link for Advt 2026 under the direct recruitment tab
- 3Choose the post matching your qualification and enter academic, caste, and professional experience details
- 4Upload scanned copies of required documents including degree certificates, photo ID, and signature
- 5Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 online if applicable, submit the completed form, and print a copy for your records
Important dates
- Notification Published17 Oct 2026
- Online Registration Starts17 Oct 2026
- Closing Date for Applications12 Nov 2026
- Last Date to Print Submitted Form13 Nov 2026
- Interview / Test ScheduleDec 2026 - Jan 2027
Official source & verification
Application status tracker
- Registration opens17 Oct 2026
- Last date to apply13 Nov 2026
Frequently asked questions
Can final year students apply for these UPSC posts?
No. Applicants must possess the required degree and any mandatory post-qualification work experience on or before the closing date of 12 Nov 2026. UPSC rejects candidatures where qualifying degrees or internship completions remain pending after the application cut-off.
What is the application fee for women and reserved categories?
Women candidates from all communities, along with SC, ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, do not need to pay any application fee. General, OBC, and EWS male candidates must pay a nominal fee of Rs. 25 through net banking, debit card, or UPI.
Is a written test mandatory for all 538 vacancies?
Not necessarily. UPSC conducts a Computer Based Recruitment Test only when the volume of applicants for a post is very high. If application numbers are manageable, candidates are shortlisted directly for interviews based on academic performance and relevant experience.
How does the One Time Registration (OTR) profile work?
Candidates must set up an OTR profile on upsconline.gov.in before applying. Basic details, contact information, and identification proof saved in your OTR profile populate automatically into individual applications, reducing repetitive data entry across different commission notifications throughout the year.
What age concessions apply to OBC and SC/ST candidates?
Reserved category candidates get age relaxations as per central government norms. Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) get an upper age relaxation of 3 years, while Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe applicants receive a 5-year relaxation against posts reserved for their respective categories.