UPSC Recruitment 2026 – 13 Posts (Advt No. 12/2026) Apply Online, Last Date 16 October
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited online applications for 13 posts by direct recruitment (selection) under Advertisement No. 12/2026. The posts are Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology), Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, Indian Legal Service), Law Officer and Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology. This guide has the post-wise vacancy, eligibility, age limit, fee, selection process and official links.
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UPSC Advt. 12/2026 – Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026 |
| Recruitment Type | Direct recruitment by selection |
| Total Posts | 13 |
| Qualification | Post-wise: Science/Engineering degree with Sugar Technology qualification, Law degree, or MBBS with D.M. (Cardiology) |
| Age Limit | Post-wise, from 30 to 48 years (as on 16 October 2026) |
| Pay Level (7th CPC) | Level-7, Level-10 and Level-11 (Level-11 plus NPA for Cardiology) |
| Application Fee | ₹25 (Women, SC, ST and PwBD exempted) |
| Selection | Shortlisting and/or Recruitment Test (if held), then Interview |
| Job Location | Kanpur / New Delhi / Delhi |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 26 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16 October 2026 (6:00 PM / 1800 Hrs) |
| Eligibility Reckoning Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Recruitment Test / Interview | To be intimated separately |
Post-wise Vacancy
| Post | Organisation | Pay Level | Posts | Reservation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur (Dept. of Food & Public Distribution) | Level-10 | 01 | OBC-01 |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, Indian Legal Service) | Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice | Level-11 | 08 | UR-04, EWS-01, OBC-02, SC-01 |
| Law Officer | Land and Building Department, GNCT of Delhi | Level-7 | 03 | UR-02, OBC-01 |
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology | New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) | Level-11 + NPA | 01 | OBC-01 |
| Total | 13 |
1 post each for Assistant Legislative Counsel and Law Officer is reserved for PwBD within the notified vacancies. The JTO and Cardiology posts are reserved for OBC, so only OBC candidates can apply against them.
Eligibility Criteria (Post-wise)
1. Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) – 01 Post (OBC)
- Education: Degree in Science or Engineering from a recognised University/Institute, with Associateship in Sugar Technology or a Post-Graduate Diploma in Sugar Technology.
- Experience: 3 years of teaching, research or advisory experience in Sugar Technology.
2. Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, ILS) – 08 Posts
- Education: Degree in Law from a recognised University or equivalent, and any one of the following:
- Member of a State Judicial Service for at least 7 years; or
- Held a superior post in the legal department of a State for at least 7 years; or
- Central Government servant with legal-affairs experience for at least 7 years; or
- Master's Degree in Law with at least 5 years of teaching or research experience in Law; or
- Qualified legal practitioner of at least 30 years of age.
- Desirable: Experience in legislative drafting.
3. Law Officer (GNCT of Delhi) – 03 Posts
- Education: Degree in Law from a recognised University/Institute.
- Experience: 2 years of legal work as a Legal Practitioner or 2 years of legal work in a Government office.
4. Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology (NDMC) – 01 Post (OBC)
- Education: Recognised medical qualification under the IMC Act, 1956, plus a post-graduate degree in Cardiology (D.M. Cardiology) or equivalent.
- Experience: 3 years of experience in Cardiology after the post-graduate degree.
Age Limit (as on 16 October 2026)
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | 38 years (OBC) |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel | 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC) |
| Law Officer | 30 years (UR), 33 years (OBC) |
| Specialist Grade II (Cardiology) | 48 years (OBC) |
PwBD candidates get a further relaxation of 10 years. Ex-servicemen and eligible Central/UT Government servants also get relaxation as per the notification.
Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | Level-10 | Group A Gazetted, permanent |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel | Level-11 | Group A Gazetted, permanent |
| Law Officer | Level-7 | Group B Gazetted, permanent |
| Specialist Grade II (Cardiology) | Level-11 + NPA | Group A Gazetted, permanent |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹25 |
| Women (all categories) / SC / ST / PwBD | Exempted (Nil) |
Pay online by Debit/Credit Card, UPI or Net Banking. The fee is non-refundable.
How to Apply
- Visit upsconline.nic.in and read the instructions on the home page.
- Complete the Universal Registration (URN) and the Common Application Form (CAF), including live photo capture and signature upload.
- Open the post-specific (fourth) module for Advt. No. 12/2026 and select the post.
- Upload documents for date of birth, category, qualification and experience as separate PDFs.
- Pay the fee online (if applicable) and submit before 6:00 PM on 16 October 2026.
- Take a printout of the submitted form and keep it for the interview stage.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of applications, or a Recruitment Test, if the number of applications is large.
- Interview of shortlisted candidates.
The minimum suitability marks at the interview (out of 100) are 50 for UR, 45 for OBC and 40 for SC/ST/PwBD. Interview or test dates will be intimated separately to candidates.
Important Links
| Link | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Official Notification (Advt 12/2026) | Download PDF |
| Certificate Formats (Proformas) | View Formats |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many posts are there in UPSC Advt. 12/2026?
There are 13 posts: Junior Technical Officer 01, Assistant Legislative Counsel 08, Law Officer 03 and Specialist Grade II (Cardiology) 01.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 16 October 2026 up to 6:00 PM.
Q3. Where do I apply?
Only online at upsconline.nic.in. No offline application is accepted.
Q4. What is the application fee?
₹25 for UR/OBC/EWS male candidates. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates pay no fee.
Q5. Which post has the most vacancies?
Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, ILS) with 08 posts.
Q6. Can a fresher apply?
No. All four posts need prior experience, from 2 to 7 years depending on the post, along with the required degree.
Q7. How are candidates selected?
By shortlisting and/or a Recruitment Test (where held), followed by an interview.
Conclusion
If you meet the eligibility for any of these posts, submit your UPSC application before 6:00 PM on 16 October 2026. Keep your documents, experience certificates and category proofs ready in PDF format. Follow our WhatsApp channel, Instagram and YouTube for quick updates.
