UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026: Apply Online for 194 Various Group A & Group B Posts. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released Advertisement No. 05/2026 inviting online recruitment applications for 194+ various posts (including Airworthiness Officer, Deputy Controller of Explosives, Scientist-B, Assistant Director, Associate Professor and many more) across different Ministries/Departments/Organizations of the Government of India. This is one of the biggest UPSC direct recruitment drives in 2026 for engineering, scientific, technical and teaching posts.
The online application started on 23 May 2026 and the last date to apply online is 12 June 2026 (18:00 hours). Eligible male and female candidates can apply through the official website https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026 – Job Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 05/2026 |
| Post Names | Various Group A & Group B Posts (Airworthiness Officer, Deputy Controller of Explosives, Scientist-B, Assistant Director, Associate Professor, Lecturer, etc.) |
| Total Vacancies | 194 Posts |
| Age Limit | 30 – 48 years (varies post-wise, as on closing date) |
| Salary | Pay Level-6 to Academic Level-13A1 (₹35,400 – ₹2,18,200) |
| Qualification | BE/B.Tech/M.Sc/Master’s Degree + Relevant Experience (post-wise) |
| Application Fee | ₹25 (Exempted for SC/ST/PwBD/Women) |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting + Interview/Personality Test + Document Verification |
| Job Location | All India (various Ministries/Departments) |
| Last Date to Apply | 12 June 2026 (18:00 hours) |
UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026 – Detailed Vacancy List
| Vacancy No. | Post Name | Total Vacancies | Pay Level | Age Limit (UR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26050501623 | Airworthiness Officer | 25 | Level-10 | 35 years |
| 26050502523 | Deputy Controller of Explosive | 44 | Level-10 | 35 years |
| 26050503623 | Manager (Mail Motor Service) | 8 | Level-10 | 35 years |
| 26050504623 | Junior Technical Officer | 5 | Level-7 | 30 years |
| 26050505623 | Junior Technical Officer (Chemical Engineering) | 1 | Level-10 | 35 years |
| 26050506623 | Scientific Officer (Mechanical) | 2 | Level-8 | 30 years |
| 26050507523 | Deputy Superintending Archaeological Engineer | 4 | Level-10 | 35 years |
| 26050508323 | Associate Professor, Electrical Engineering (Power System) | 1 | Academic Level-13A1 | 45 years |
| 26050509323 | Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering (Heat Transfer) | 1 | Academic Level-13A1 | 48 years (OBC) |
| 26050510323 | Lecturer (Persian Language) | 1 | Level-10 | 35 years |
| 26050511323 | Lecturer (Tibetan Language) | 1 | Level-10 | 35 years |
| 26050512623 | Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences) | 7 | Level-10 | 35 years |
| 26050513623 | Scientist-B (General Meteorology) | 30 | Level-10 | 35 years |
| 26050514623 | Scientist-B (Instrumentation) | 9 | Level-10 | 35 years |
| 26050515623 | Deputy Director (Civil Engineering) | 3 | Level-11 | 40 years |
| 26050516623 | Joint Assistant Director | 6 | Level-8 | 30 years |
| 26050517523 | Assistant Executive Engineer | 2 | Level-10 | 35 years |
| 26050518523 | Deputy Director of Mines Safety (Mining) | 8 | Level-12 | 40 years |
| 26050519623 | Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Chemical) | 2 | Level-10 | 35 years (SC/ST) |
| 26050520623 | Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Chemical) | 3 | Level-7 | 30 years |
| 26050521623 | Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Food) | 3 | Level-10 | 30 years |
| 26050522623 | Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Food) | 4 | Level-7 | 30 years |
| 26050523623 | Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Hosiery) | 2 | Level-10 | 30 years |
| 26050524623 | Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Hosiery) | 4 | Level-7 | 30 years |
| 26050525623 | Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Leather & Footwear) | 3 | Level-10 | 30 years |
| 26050526623 | Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Leather & Footwear) | 4 | Level-7 | 30 years |
| 26050527623 | Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Metal Finishing) | 1 | Level-10 | 30 years |
| 26050528623 | Assistant Controller of Mines | 5 | Level-10 | 35 years |
| 26050529423 | Research Officer | 2 | Level-8 | 30 years |
| 26050530423 | Assistant Director / Registering Officer Antiquities (Ladakh) | 1 | Level-8 | 40 years (ST) |
| 26050531623 | Driller (Ladakh) | 1 | Level-10A | 45 years (ST) |
| 26050532423 | Tourist Officer (Ladakh) | 1 | Level-6F | 40 years (ST) |
UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026 Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit (as on closing date): Varies post-wise from 30 years to 48 years. Age relaxation applicable for OBC/SC/ST/PwBD as per UPSC rules.
- Educational Qualification & Experience: Varies post-wise (BE/B.Tech, Master’s Degree in relevant discipline + minimum 1–10 years experience). Detailed qualifications are given in the official notification.
- Candidates must meet the exact essential qualifications and experience mentioned against each post.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary varies according to the post:
- Pay Level-10 to Level-12: ₹56,100 – ₹2,08,700 (Group A Gazetted posts)
- Academic Level-13A1: Higher pay for Associate Professor posts
- Level-7 & Level-8: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Group B posts)
- Selected candidates will get Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, Medical facilities, Pension benefits and other Central Government perks as applicable.
UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026 Selection Process
- Shortlisting of applications based on essential qualifications and experience
- Interview / Personality Test
- Document Verification & Medical Examination (wherever applicable)
Important Dates for UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026
| Online Registration Start Date | 23 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 12 June 2026 (18:00 hours) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 12 June 2026 (18:00 hours) |
Application Fee
- UR / OBC / EWS (Male) : ₹25
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women (any community) : Exempted (No fee)
- Fee can be paid online through Debit/Credit Card, UPI or Internet Banking.
How to Apply for UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026
- Visit the official UPSC ORA website https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/
- Register / Login using valid credentials
- Fill the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) form carefully
- Upload required documents, photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
Important Links
| UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026 Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Apply Online for UPSC Advt 05/2026 | Apply Online |
| UPSC Official Website | Visit UPSC Website |
UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are released in UPSC Advertisement No. 05/2026?
A1. Total 194 vacancies for various Group A & Group B posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for UPSC Advt 05/2026?
A2. The last date to apply online is 12 June 2026 (18:00 hours).
Q3. What is the application fee?
A3. ₹25 for UR/OBC/EWS male candidates. Fully exempted for SC/ST/PwBD/Women.
Q4. What is the selection process?
A4. Shortlisting on the basis of qualifications & experience → Interview/Personality Test → Document Verification.
Q5. Is there any written examination?
A5. No written examination. Selection is through Interview/Personality Test only.