UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 450 Drug Inspector, Assistant Engineer and More Posts

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• The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 07/2026 on 25 June 2026, inviting online recruitment applications for 54 posts spread across multiple central government ministries and departments. The vacancies include positions such as Drug Inspector (186 posts), Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor across various medical specialities, Aeronautical Officer (11), Legal Officer (12), Company Prosecutor (18), and several others. Eligible candidates can apply online from 25 June 2026 up to 17 July 2026 at 6:00 PM through UPSC's official portal at upsconline.nic.in. The application fee is ₹25 for General/OBC/EWS male candidates; women, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are fully exempted.

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UPSC Advt No. 07/2026 Recruitment 2026 - Overview

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UPSC Advertisement 07/2026 – Important Dates

• The UPSC Recruitment 2026 Advt. No. 07 notification was released on 25 June 2026. The online application window opened the same day and closes on 17 July 2026 at 1800 hours. The date for determining eligibility for all candidates in every respect is the closing date for submission of the online application.
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UPSC Advt 07/2026 Vacancy Details – All 54 Posts

• UPSC Advertisement No. 07/2026 covers recruitment to 54 distinct posts under a wide range of central government ministries. The single largest vacancy group is Drug Inspector with 186 posts under CDSCO, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. A significant number of medical specialist positions are also advertised under the Ministry of Health. The complete post-wise vacancy list is given below.
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UPSC Advertisement 07/2026 – Eligibility Criteria, Age Limit & Qualifications

• Eligibility requirements for UPSC Advt No. 07/2026 vary significantly by post, as these are specialist and technical positions spanning engineering, law, medicine, and administration. All candidates must be Indian citizens. The closing date for submission of the online application - 17 July 2026 - is the reference date for determining eligibility in every respect.

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Age Limit – Post-Wise (Key Posts)

• Age limits differ by post and category. Candidates wondering about age relaxation can note that PwBD candidates receive an additional 10 years of relaxation over and above the prescribed upper age limit, and the maximum age for PwBD candidates shall not exceed 56 years in any case. Ex-Servicemen and Central Government servants are also entitled to age relaxation as per central government rules.
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General Age Relaxation Rules

• OBC candidates: 3 years relaxation over UR upper age limit.
• SC/ST candidates: 5 years relaxation over UR upper age limit.
• PwBD (UR): 10 years; PwBD (OBC): 13 years; PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years. Maximum age cap: 56 years.
• Ex-Servicemen: 5 years relaxation, subject to the condition that continuous service rendered is not less than 6 months after attestation as on the closing date.
• Central/UT Government Servants: Up to 5 years, subject to 3 years continuous regular service in the same line or allied cadre.

UPSC Advt No. 07/2026 Application Fee

• The application fee for UPSC Advertisement 07/2026 is nominal at ₹25 (Rupees Twenty-Five only) for General, OBC, and EWS male candidates. Female candidates of all categories, as well as SC, ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) candidates, are fully exempted from payment of fee. The fee can be paid online using Visa, Master, or RuPay credit/debit cards, UPI, or internet banking of any bank.
• Important: Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected. Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be held in reserve for any other examination or selection.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 (Advt 07) – Selection Process

• The selection process for UPSC Advertisement No. 07/2026 varies by post. For most posts, it consists of shortlisting based on the online application, followed by a Recruitment Test (RT) or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) if warranted, and then a Personality Test (Interview). Candidates will be shortlisted for interview based on the information provided in their online application and their performance in the RT, if held.
• Online Application Submission: Submit application at upsconline.nic.in by 17 July 2026.
• Shortlisting: UPSC shortlists candidates on the basis of information provided in the online application. Incorrect information may lead to rejection through computer-based shortlisting.
• Recruitment Test (RT) / Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) – if applicable: For posts where the number of applications is large, UPSC may conduct an RT or CRT before the interview. The test is ordinarily conducted at the following centres: Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Ranchi, and Visakhapatnam.
• Personality Test / Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for interview. Candidates must bring the printout of their online application and all original/self-attested copies of supporting documents.
• Final Selection and Appointment: Appointment orders are issued by the respective Ministry/Department. UPSC may grant higher initial pay to candidates adjudged meritorious at the interview stage.
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UPSC Advt 07/2026 – Salary & Pay Scale (7th CPC Pay Matrix)

• Selected candidates will receive pay as per the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix. The pay level ranges from Level-7 for posts such as Company Prosecutor and Photographic Officer to Level-11 (with NPA) for medical Specialist Grade III posts. In addition to basic pay, candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance, HRA, and other admissible allowances as per Central Government rules.

Documents Required for UPSC Advt 07/2026 – Interview Stage

• Candidates are not required to send any documents to UPSC at the time of application submission. However, all shortlisted candidates called for the interview must carry original documents and self-attested photocopies. Failure to produce required documents at the interview stage will result in disqualification and forfeiture of travelling allowance reimbursement.
• Printout of the submitted Online Recruitment Application
• Photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Voter Card / PAN / Passport / Driving Licence)
• Date of birth certificate (Matriculation / SSC certificate)
• Educational qualification certificates (degree, diploma, mark sheets)
• Experience certificates from all previous/current employers
• Caste/Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) in prescribed proforma from competent authority
• PwBD disability certificate (minimum 40% disability) in prescribed proforma
• Certificate for professional registration (where applicable, e.g. NMC/MCI registration for medical posts)
• Language/publication/NET/GATE/conference/internship certificates if claimed
• Age relaxation certificate for Ex-Servicemen / Central Government employees in prescribed proforma issued after the date of advertisement
• Declaration of intimation to Head of Office/Department (for persons already in regular Government service)
• Documents in language other than Hindi/English must be accompanied by a transcript duly attested by a Gazetted Officer or Notary.

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Q3. How many total vacancies are there in UPSC Advt 07/2026?

• The advertisement covers 54 posts. The largest single block of vacancies is Drug Inspector with 186 posts under CDSCO, followed by medical Specialist Grade III posts across multiple specialities. The total vacancy count across all 54 posts exceeds 487.

Q4. What is the application fee for UPSC Advertisement 07/2026?

• The application fee is ₹25 for General/OBC/EWS male candidates. Female candidates of all categories, SC, ST, and Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) candidates are fully exempted from fee payment. Fee can be paid via debit/credit card, UPI, or internet banking.

Q5. What is the selection process for UPSC Advt 07/2026?

• The selection process includes shortlisting of applications, followed by a Recruitment Test (RT) or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) if required, and then a Personality Test (Interview). Not all posts necessarily require a written test — the interview is the primary selection stage for most posts in this advertisement.

Q6. What is the age limit for UPSC Advt No. 07/2026?

• Age limits vary by post. For example, the age limit is 40 years (UR) for Joint Director and 35 years (UR) for Medical Officer (Siddha), Aeronautical Officer, and Legal Officer. Reserved category candidates receive standard relaxations: +3 years for OBC, +5 years for SC/ST, and +10 years for PwBD over the UR upper age limit.

Q8. What is the pay scale for posts in UPSC Advertisement 07/2026?

• Pay scales are as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Medical Specialist Grade III posts carry Level-11 plus NPA, Aeronautical Officer and Legal Officer carry Level-10, and Company Prosecutor, Photographic Officer, Civilian Assistant Security Officer, and Store Officer carry Level-7.

Q9. Is it mandatory to carry documents to the UPSC interview?

• Yes. Candidates called for interview must carry the printout of their online application along with all original documents and self-attested copies. Failure to present required documents at the interview will result in disqualification and forfeiture of any travelling allowance reimbursement.