UPSC Junior Accounts Officer Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Vacancy Details

Educational Qualification & Experience

• Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications along with relevant experience:
• Option (i): Pass in the Subordinate Accounts Service or equivalent examination conducted by any organized Accounts Department of the Central Government.
• Option (ii): Successfully completed training in cash and accounts course conducted by the Institute of Secretariat and Management (or equivalent) with four years' experience in cash, accounts, and budget work.

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
• Age Calculation: Age is calculated as of the closing date of receipt of applications.

Age Relaxation

• Age relaxation is not explicitly mentioned, as this is a deputation post with a fixed maximum age of 56 years.

🎯 Selection Process

• This recruitment is based on Deputation. The selection stages are:
• Screening of Applications: Based on eligibility, experience, and qualifications.
• Verification of Documents: Including integrity certificate, vigilance clearance, and ACRs.
• Final Selection: By the UPSC based on merit and suitability.
• Note: There is no written exam or interview mentioned. Selection is purely based on deputation eligibility.

Application Fee

• Not specified in the notification. Candidates should check the official UPSC website for fee details if applicable.

📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step

• Visit the official UPSC website: https://www.upsc.gov.in.
• Download the Vacancy Circular and Annexure-I (Application Proforma) and Annexure-II (Forwarding Certificate).
• Fill the application proforma in duplicate and attach required documents.
• Submit the application through your Forwarding Authority (Head of Office) with the following certificates: Integrity Certificate Vigilance Clearance Certificate Statement of penalties (last 10 years) Attested ACRs (2020-21 to 2024-25)
• Send the completed application to: Ms Aparna Srivastava, US (Admn.II), Room No. 11, Annexe Building, UPSC, Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi-110069
• Also apply online at the UPSC vacancy circulars page: https://www.upsc.gov.in/vacancy-circulars.
• Ensure submission within 60 days of publication in the Employment News.

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📅 Important Dates

• Notification Release: 09 February 2026
• Application End: Within 60 days of publication in Employment News
• Submission Address: UPSC, New Delhi (as mentioned above)