The Union Public Service Commission has released e-admit cards and examination instructions for a combined recruitment test covering 72 Scientist-B and Indian Enterprise Development Service Assistant Director vacancies advertised under Advertisement No. 05/2026.
Latest Update: UPSC uploaded the combined recruitment-test and e-admit-card notice on 1 October 2026. Admitted candidates can download their e-admit cards through the official UPSC candidate portal.
Examination Alert: The recruitment test will be conducted on Sunday, 11 October 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Candidates must report 90 minutes before the test. Entry closes at 1:30 PM.
UPSC Recruitment Test Overview
Recruiting AuthorityUnion Public Service Commission
Advertisement Number05/2026
Posts CoveredScientist-B and Assistant Director Grade-I/Grade-II in IEDS
Total Post Categories12
Total Vacancies Covered72
Current UpdateE-admit cards, test timetable and candidate instructions
Test ModeObjective recruitment test using OMR sheets
Test Centres15 centres across India
Notice Upload Date1 October 2026
Important Dates and Timings
Recruitment-Test Date11 October 2026
Day and SessionSunday, afternoon session
Test Time2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Reporting Time12:30 PM — 90 minutes before commencement
Entry Closing Time1:30 PM
Duration2 hours
Candidates arriving after entry closes at 1:30 PM will not be permitted to enter the test venue.
Vacancies Covered by the Test
| Post | Vacancy Number | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) — Chemical | 26050519623 | Office of Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME | 2 |
| Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) — Food | 26050521623 | Office of Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME | 3 |
| Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) — Hosiery | 26050523623 | Office of Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME | 2 |
| Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) — Leather and Footwear | 26050525623 | Office of Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME | 3 |
| Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) — Metal Finishing | 26050527623 | Office of Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME | 1 |
| Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) — Chemical | 26050520623 | Office of Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME | 3 |
| Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) — Food | 26050522623 | Office of Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME | 4 |
| Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) — Hosiery | 26050524623 | Office of Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME | 4 |
| Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) — Leather and Footwear | 26050526623 | Office of Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME | 4 |
| Scientist-B — Atmospheric Sciences | 26050512623 | India Meteorological Department, Ministry of Earth Sciences | 7 |
| Scientist-B — General Meteorology | 26050513623 | India Meteorological Department, Ministry of Earth Sciences | 30 |
| Scientist-B — Instrumentation | 26050514623 | India Meteorological Department, Ministry of Earth Sciences | 9 |
| Total | — | — | 72 |
Recruitment Test Pattern
SubjectGeneral Ability Test
Subject Code02
Maximum Marks300
Question TypeObjective multiple-choice questions
LanguageEnglish only
Wrong-Answer PenaltyOne-third of the marks assigned to the question
Unanswered QuestionsNo penalty
Recruitment Test Syllabus
- Current national and international issues relating to social, economic and industrial development.
- Logical reasoning and analytical ability.
- Mathematics and numerical ability.
- Basics of energy and environment.
- Basics of project management.
- Basics of material science.
- Information and Communication Technology tools and applications, including networking, e-governance and technology-based education.
- Human values and professional ethics.
Selection Weightage
Recruitment Test75%
Interview25%
Only candidates shortlisted through the recruitment test and found to satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions will be called for interview.
Documents and Items Required
- Printed copy of the UPSC e-admit card.
- Original photo identity proof matching the details prescribed in the admit card.
- Black ballpoint pen for marking the OMR sheet.
- Two passport-size photographs and an undertaking when the photograph on the e-admit card is unclear.
- Any additional document specifically mentioned on the candidate’s e-admit card.
Prohibited Items: Mobile phones, electronic or IT devices, books and bags are not permitted inside the venue. UPSC states that arrangements will not be provided for keeping prohibited belongings.
How to Download the UPSC E-Admit Card
- Open the official UPSC candidate portal using the link below.
- Sign in with the credentials required by the portal.
- Open the available recruitment-test e-admit-card facility.
- Confirm the post and vacancy number shown on the admit card.
- Check the allotted test centre, reporting time and candidate instructions.
- Download and print the e-admit card.
- Inform UPSC promptly if any discrepancy is found.
- Carry the printed admit card and original photo ID to the allotted venue.
Important Official Links
Download Official E-Admit Card and Test Notice Open UPSC Recruitment-Test Notices Download E-Admit Card from UPSC Candidate Portal Open UPSC Official WebsiteImportant Instructions
- Attend the test only at the venue printed on the individual e-admit card.
- Reach the venue by the prescribed reporting time to complete security procedures.
- Use only a black ballpoint pen on the OMR sheet.
- Check the test-booklet series and encode it correctly on the OMR sheet.
- Do not fold, tear, mutilate or make unauthorised marks on the OMR sheet.
- Admission to the test remains provisional and does not confirm final eligibility.
- Candidates bear their own travel, boarding and lodging expenses.
UPSC will not issue a paper admit card separately. Candidates must download and print the electronic admit card from the official portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the UPSC combined recruitment test be held?
The test will be conducted on Sunday, 11 October 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
How many vacancies are covered?
The combined test covers 72 vacancies across 12 Scientist-B and IEDS Assistant Director post categories.
When should candidates report?
Candidates must report 90 minutes before the test. Entry to the venue closes at 1:30 PM.
What is the test subject?
The test is a 300-mark General Ability Test carrying subject code 02.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. One-third of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
Will UPSC send paper admit cards?
No. Candidates must download and print the e-admit card from the official UPSC portal.
Does receiving an e-admit card confirm eligibility?
No. Admission is provisional. Eligibility and supporting documents will be scrutinised according to UPSC requirements.
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