UPSC Advertisement No. 04/2026: Apply Online for 45 Various Posts. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 04/2026 for recruitment by selection to 45 vacancies of Assistant Library & Information Officer, Associate Professor, Assistant Professors, Translators, Senior Administrative Officer, Assistant Mining Engineer, Assistant Research Officer and Accounts Officer in various Ministries/Departments/Organisations under Government of India. This is a golden opportunity for engineering, library science, language and administrative professionals.
The online application started on 09 May 2026 and the last date to apply online is 29 May 2026 (up to 18:00 Hours). Eligible male and female candidates can apply through the official website https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
UPSC Advertisement No. 04/2026 – Job Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 04/2026 |
| Post Names | Assistant Library & Information Officer, Associate/Assistant Professor (Civil/ Electrical/ Mechanical Engg.), Translator (Chinese/Tibetan), Senior Administrative Officer, Assistant Mining Engineer, Assistant Research Officer, Accounts Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 45 Posts |
| Age Limit | Varies from 30 to 45 years (as on closing date) |
| Salary | Pay Level-7 to Academic Level-13A1 (₹44,900 – ₹2,18,200 approx.) |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree / Ph.D. in relevant discipline + Experience |
| Application Fee | ₹25 (Exempted for Female/SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Selection Process | Recruitment Test (if required) + Interview |
| Job Location | Various Ministries/Departments across India |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 May 2026 (18:00 Hours) |
UPSC Advertisement No. 04/2026 – Full Vacancy Details
| Vacancy No. | Post Name | No. of Posts | Pay Level / Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26050401409 | Assistant Library & Information Officer (Language – Kannada) | 01 | Level-07 |
| 26050402309 | Associate Professor, Civil Engineering (Structural) | 01 | Academic Level-13A1 |
| 26050403309 | Assistant Professor, Civil Engineering (Structural) | 01 | Academic Level-10 |
| 26050404309 | Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering (Power System) | 01 | Academic Level-10 |
| 26050405309 | Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering (Heat Transfer) | 01 | Academic Level-10 |
| 26050406409 | Translator (Chinese) | 01 | Level-10 |
| 26050407409 | Translator (Tibetan) | 01 | Level-10 |
| 26050408409 | Senior Administrative Officer Grade-II (DRDO) | 29 | Level-10 |
| 26050409609 | Assistant Mining Engineer | 04 | Level-07 |
| 26050410609 | Assistant Research Officer | 02 | Level-07 |
| 26050411409 | Accounts Officer (Ladakh) | 03 | Level-08 |
UPSC Advertisement No. 04/2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Age Limit (UR / Reserved) | Educational Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Library & Information Officer (Kannada) | 30 years (relaxable upto 10 years for PwBD) | Bachelor’s Degree with Kannada as major subject + Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science / Library & Information Science | 2 years’ professional experience in a Library |
| Associate Professor, Civil Engg. (Structural) | 45 years | B.E./B.Tech (Civil) + M.E./M.Tech (Structural Engg. related) + Ph.D. in Civil Engg. | Minimum 5 years’ teaching/research/industry experience (2 years post-Ph.D. desirable) |
| Assistant Professor (Civil / Electrical / Mechanical Engg.) | 35 / 40 years (as per category) | B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in relevant discipline with First Class or equivalent | — |
| Translator (Chinese / Tibetan) | 35 / 38 years | Bachelor’s Degree in concerned Foreign Language with English OR Bachelor’s Degree + Diploma in concerned language with interpretership/translation standard | — |
| Senior Administrative Officer Grade-II (DRDO) | 35/38/40 years + 10 years for PwBD | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University | 3 years’ experience in administration / establishment / accounts work |
| Assistant Mining Engineer | 30 / 33 years + 10 years for PwBD | B.E./B.Tech in Mining Engineering | 2 years’ experience in core mining activity (supervisory position in metalliferous mines or Govt. department) |
| Assistant Research Officer | 30 / 33 years | Master’s Degree in Ore Dressing / Mineral Processing / Geology / Physics / Chemistry OR B.E./B.Tech in Mineral / Chemical / Metallurgy Engg. | 2 years’ experience in mineral beneficiation / characterization |
| Accounts Officer (Ladakh) | 40 years (ST) | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University | — |
UPSC Advertisement No. 04/2026 Selection Process
- Recruitment Test (RT) – if conducted by UPSC (case-to-case basis)
- Interview / Personality Test (100 marks)
- Document Verification
Minimum qualifying marks in Interview: UR-50, OBC-45, SC/ST/PwBD-40 marks.
Important Dates for UPSC Advt 04/2026
| Notification Release Date | 09 May 2026 |
| Start Date for Online Application | 09 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 May 2026 (18:00 Hours) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 29 May 2026 (18:00 Hours) |
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS (Male) : ₹25
- Female / SC / ST / PwBD candidates : Exempted (No fee)
- Fee can be paid online through Debit/Credit Card, UPI or Internet Banking.
How to Apply for UPSC Advertisement No. 04/2026
- Visit the official website https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/
- Register / Login using your OTR (One-Time Registration) profile
- Fill the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) form carefully
- Upload live photograph, signature and all required documents
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
Important Links
| UPSC Advertisement No. 04/2026 Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Apply Online for UPSC Advt 04/2026 | Apply Online |
| UPSC Official Website | Visit UPSC Website |
UPSC Advertisement No. 04/2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are released in UPSC Advt 04/2026?
A1. Total 45 vacancies across various technical, teaching, administrative and language posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for UPSC Advertisement No. 04/2026?
A2. The last date to apply online is 29 May 2026 (18:00 Hours).
Q3. What is the application fee?
A3. ₹25 for General/OBC/EWS male candidates. Female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates are fully exempted.
Q4. What is the selection process?
A4. Recruitment Test (if required) + Interview + Document Verification.
Q5. Can final year students apply?
A5. No. Candidates must possess the required educational qualification and experience as on the closing date of application.