UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026 – Advertisements 09/2026 and 51/2026

UPSC · DIRECT RECRUITMENT 2026
UPSC Direct Recruitment 2026 – Advertisements 09/2026 and 51/2026

Union Public Service Commission has invited online applications for specialist, medical, scientific and Delhi school-leadership posts through two advertisements.

Total Vacancies868 Posts
Advt. 09/202640 Posts
Advt. 51/2026828 Posts
Last Date14 Aug 2026
Two separate advertisements: Eligibility and selection differ considerably. Candidates must open the correct official notification and apply for the relevant vacancy through the UPSC ORA portal.
Recruitment Overview
Advertisement No. 09/202640 VACANCIES
Post TypesEngineering, AYUSH, scientific, medical and veterinary
Pay LevelsLevel 7 to Level 11, depending on post
Start Date25 July 2026
Closing Date14 August 2026
Special Advertisement No. 51/2026828 VACANCIES
PostsPrincipal and Vice-Principal
DepartmentEducation Department, Government of NCT of Delhi
Start Date25 July 2026
Closing Date14 August 2026, 6:00 PM
09Advertisement 09/2026 Vacancy List
Agricultural Engineer1
Medical Officer / Research Officer (Unani)4
Scientist ‘B’ – Botany1
Scientist ‘B’ – Environmental Science1
Scientist ‘B’ – Geology1
Scientist ‘B’ – Physics1
Scientist ‘B’ – Zoology1
Civilian Medical Officer18
Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor – Immuno-Haematology & Blood Transfusion5
Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor – Surgical Oncology1
Assistant Industrial Adviser2
Veterinary Assistant Surgeon4
Advt. 09/2026 Eligibility Snapshot
  • Agricultural Engineer: Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering degree with prescribed machinery testing, teaching or training experience.
  • Medical Officer (Unani): Recognized Unani Medicine degree and registration in the Central or State Register.
  • Scientist ‘B’: Master’s degree in the relevant subject with prescribed research experience.
  • Civilian Medical Officer: Recognized MBBS degree and completion of compulsory rotating internship.
  • Specialist Assistant Professor: MBBS, relevant postgraduate medical qualification and required teaching experience.
  • Assistant Industrial Adviser: Relevant engineering degree with prescribed industry experience.
  • Veterinary Assistant Surgeon: Veterinary Science degree and Veterinary Council registration.

Post-wise upper age limits generally range from 33 to 43 years, based on the vacancy category. Candidates must check the official PDF for their exact qualification, experience, reservation and age condition.

51Special Advertisement 51/2026

Principal – 124 Posts

Pay Level 12Group A Gazetted
  • Master’s Degree and B.Ed.
  • 10 years’ teaching experience as Vice-Principal, PGT or TGT in a recognized school/college.
  • Age: 50 years for UR/EWS, 53 for OBC and 55 for SC/ST.

Vice-Principal – 704 Posts

Pay Level 10Group A Gazetted
  • Master’s Degree and B.Ed.
  • 2 years as PGT or 3 years as TGT in a recognized school.
  • Age: 35 years for UR/EWS, 38 for OBC and 40 for SC/ST.

Delhi OBC rule: OBC reservation for these posts requires an OBC certificate issued by the Government of NCT of Delhi. Read the notification carefully before claiming reservation.

Selection Process

Advertisement 09/2026: UPSC may shortlist candidates and conduct a Recruitment Test where required, followed by an interview, or make selection through interview alone.

Special Advertisement 51/2026: Principal and Vice-Principal selection includes a Combined Recruitment Test on 1 November 2026, followed by an interview. Final weightage is CRT 75% and interview 25%.

Application Fee
Fee₹25
PaymentOnline through available ORA payment modes
ExemptedWomen, SC, ST and PwBD candidates
Not ExemptUR, EWS and OBC male candidates
1How to Apply Online
  1. Open the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal.
  2. Complete registration/login and the required common application profile.
  3. Select Advertisement 09/2026 or Special Advertisement 51/2026 and choose the correct post.
  4. Enter qualification, experience and category details exactly as supported by certificates.
  5. Upload the required documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
  6. Pay the application fee, if applicable, and submit before 14 August 2026.
  7. Download and retain the final submitted application.
Documents to Keep Ready
Class 10 certificate for proof of date of birth
Degree, postgraduate degree, B.Ed., medical or professional registration documents, as applicable
Experience certificates clearly showing dates, designation and nature of duties
SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS or PwBD certificate in the prescribed format, where applicable
Valid photo ID, photograph and signature specimen
?Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in both advertisements?

There are 868 vacancies in total: 40 under Advertisement 09/2026 and 828 under Special Advertisement 51/2026.

What is the last date to apply?

The closing date is 14 August 2026. Special Advertisement 51/2026 closes at 6:00 PM.

Can fresh graduates apply for Principal or Vice-Principal?

No. Both posts require prescribed teaching experience in addition to a Master’s Degree and B.Ed.

Is there a written test for Advertisement 51/2026?

Yes. A Combined Recruitment Test is scheduled for 1 November 2026, followed by an interview.

Disclaimer: This is a summary of the official UPSC advertisements. Eligibility varies by vacancy; applicants must read the relevant notification before submitting the online form.

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