UPSC Recruitment Advt. No. 12/2026 – 13 Posts (Assistant Legislative Counsel, Law Officer, JTO & More) Last Date 16 October
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited online applications for 13 posts under Advertisement No. 12/2026: Assistant Legislative Counsel (Indian Legal Service Grade IV), Law Officer (GNCT of Delhi), Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) and Specialist Grade II (Cardiology, NDMC). The application fee is only ₹25, and women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates pay nothing.
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UPSC Advt. 12/2026 – Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 12/2026 |
| Total Posts | 13 |
| Posts | Assistant Legislative Counsel, Law Officer, Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology), Specialist Grade II (Cardiology) |
| Application Mode | Online only (upsconline.nic.in) |
| Application Fee | ₹25 (women, SC, ST, PwBD exempt) |
| Selection | Shortlisting / Recruitment Test (if held) + Interview |
| Last Date | 16 October 2026 (6:00 PM) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 26 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 October 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Age / Eligibility Reckoning Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Recruitment Test / Interview | To be announced separately |
Post-wise Vacancy
| Post | Department / Organisation | Pay Level | Posts | Reservation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, Indian Legal Service) | Legislative Department, Ministry of Law & Justice, New Delhi | Level-11 | 8 | UR 4, EWS 1, OBC 2, SC 1 (1 PwBD within these) |
| Law Officer | Land & Building Department, GNCT of Delhi | Level-7 | 3 | UR 2, OBC 1 (1 PwBD within these) |
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur (Dept. of Food & Public Distribution) | Level-10 | 1 | OBC 1 |
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale), Cardiology | New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) | Level-11 + NPA | 1 | OBC 1 |
| Total | 13 |
Educational Qualification and Experience
Assistant Legislative Counsel
Law degree plus any one of: 7 years in a State Judicial Service; 7 years in a superior post in a State legal department; 7 years' legal experience as a Central Government servant; Master's in Law with 5 years of teaching or research; or a qualified legal practitioner aged at least 30. Legislative drafting experience is preferred.
Law Officer (GNCT of Delhi)
Law degree plus 2 years' legal experience as a practitioner or in a Government office.
Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology)
Science or Engineering degree with an Associateship or PG Diploma in Sugar Technology, plus 3 years' teaching, research or advisory experience in sugar technology (or managerial work in a sugar factory, as per the notification). M.Sc. (Chemistry) or M.Tech. (Sugar Technology) is desirable.
Specialist Grade II (Cardiology)
Recognised medical qualification under the IMC Act, 1956, plus D.M. (Cardiology) or equivalent, with 3 years' experience in the speciality after the PG degree.
Age Limit (as on 16 October 2026)
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Assistant Legislative Counsel | 40 (UR/EWS), 43 (OBC), 45 (SC) |
| Law Officer | 30 (UR), 33 (OBC) |
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | 38 (OBC) |
| Specialist Grade II (Cardiology) | 48 (OBC) |
PwBD candidates get up to 10 years of additional relaxation. Other relaxations apply as per the notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹25 |
| Women (all categories) / SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
The fee can be paid by card, UPI or net banking, and is non-refundable.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the UPSC online portal upsconline.nic.in.
- Read the general instructions, then create your account and complete the Universal Registration / Common Application Form (CAF) with a live photo and signature, if not already done.
- Open the post-specific application for Advt. No. 12/2026 and select the vacancy number(s).
- Upload documents for date of birth, category, qualification, experience and other claims.
- Pay the fee (if applicable).
- Submit before 6:00 PM on 16 October 2026 and save your URN and application number.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting of applications based on eligibility and experience.
- Recruitment Test (only if the number of applications is large).
- Interview.
Minimum qualifying marks in the interview (out of 100): UR 50, OBC 45, SC/ST/PwBD 40. The final procedure is as given in the official advertisement.
Important Links
| Link | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download PDF |
| UPSC Recruitment Advertisements | Visit Page |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many posts are there in UPSC Advt. 12/2026?
There are 13 posts across four different posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
16 October 2026, 6:00 PM.
Q3. What is the application fee?
₹25. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempt.
Q4. Where do I apply?
Online only at upsconline.nic.in.
Q5. Which post has the most vacancies?
Assistant Legislative Counsel (Indian Legal Service Grade IV) with 8 posts.
Q6. Will there be a written exam?
A Recruitment Test may be held if applications are large. Otherwise, shortlisting is followed by an interview.
Conclusion
UPSC Advt. 12/2026 is a good opportunity for law graduates and specialists in Group A and B posts with a very low fee of ₹25. Read the official notification carefully for your post and submit your application before 6:00 PM on 16 October 2026. Follow our WhatsApp channel, Instagram and YouTube for quick updates.
