Union Public Service Commission Invites Online Applications for Selection Recruitment Advt 03/2026
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 03/2026 inviting online recruitment applications for direct recruitment by selection to 5 vacancies across 4 posts in National Test House, Archaeological Survey of India and College of Military Engineering. This selection recruitment targets experienced engineers, scientists and academic professionals for Group A and Group B Gazetted positions in central ministries. If you’re scanning recent UPSC recruitment notifications on GovtJobsAlert.in, make sure you don’t miss this one.
Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) are accepted only through the official UPSC ORA portal from 25 April 2026 till 15 May 2026 (1800 hrs). Posts are placed on Pay Levels ranging from Level-8 to Level-11 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, carry full Group A / Group B central government benefits and are based at locations like Kolkata, New Delhi and Pune. Don’t worry if you haven’t applied on ORA before — just read through the sections below carefully, prepare the documents, and submit your application well before the deadline on GovtJobsAlert.in.
Key Highlights — UPSC Advt 03/2026 Selection Posts Recruitment
UPSC is the constitutional body responsible for recruiting Group A and Group B Gazetted officers for the Government of India. Direct recruitment by selection is the method used when the post requires specialist qualifications and relevant experience, and it is advertised periodically through numbered advertisements like this one (Advt 03/2026). If you are a post-graduate or B.Tech / M.Tech professional in engineering, you will find these posts a great match for your background.
- Recruiting Body: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Advertisement No.: 03/2026
- Post Names: Scientist-B (Mechanical) / Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive) / Superintending Archaeological Engineer / Assistant Professor, Civil Engineering (Survey)
- Total Vacancies: 5 (across 4 posts)
- Pay Matrix Levels: Level-8, Level-10, Level-11 (7th CPC)
- Job Location: Kolkata, New Delhi, Pune (All India liability)
- Application Mode: Online — through https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/
- Last Date to Apply: 15 May 2026 (1800 hrs)
UPSC 03/2026 Vacancy Breakdown — Post-Wise Details
| Post Name | Ministry / Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist-B (Mechanical) | National Test House, Department of Consumer Affairs | 1 (UR) |
| Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive) | National Test House, Department of Consumer Affairs | 1 (OBC) |
| Superintending Archaeological Engineer | Archaeological Survey of India, Ministry of Culture | 2 (UR-02, PwBD-01*) |
| Assistant Professor, Civil Engineering (Survey) | College of Military Engineering, Pune, Ministry of Defence | 1 (OBC) |
| Total | — | 5 |
*One of the two Superintending Archaeological Engineer posts is reserved for candidates with benchmark disability (PwBD). Pay Scales: Scientist-B — Level 10; Scientific Officer — Level 8; Superintending Archaeological Engineer — Level 11; Assistant Professor — Academic Level 10 (7th CPC).
Eligibility Criteria — UPSC Advt 03/2026 Posts
Educational Qualification
- Scientist-B (Mechanical) — NTH: Master’s degree in Physics with 1 year testing / metrology experience OR BE / B.Tech in Mechanical / Metallurgical Engineering with 2 years relevant experience.
- Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive) — NTH: Master’s degree in Physics OR degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering / Metallurgy with 1 year experience in Non-Destructive Testing or X-Ray Diffraction work.
- Superintending Archaeological Engineer — ASI: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with 8 years’ experience in planning / execution / supervision of civil engineering works in government sector or at archaeological / heritage sites.
- Assistant Professor (Civil Survey) — CME Pune: BE / B.Tech in Civil Engineering AND ME / M.Tech in Civil Engineering (Geo-Informatics / Surveying Technology) with first class.
If you hold a recognised engineering degree and are exploring government opportunities, these UPSC posts offer genuine Group A career growth.
Age Limit (as on 15 May 2026)
| Post | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Scientist-B (Mechanical) | 35 years (UR) |
| Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive) | 33 years (OBC) |
| Superintending Archaeological Engineer | 40 years (UR) / 50 years (PwBD) |
| Assistant Professor, Civil Engg (Survey) | 38 years (OBC) |
Standard age relaxations for SC / ST / OBC / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Government Servants apply as per UPSC’s concessions and relaxation rules.
What is the Salary for UPSC 03/2026 Posts?
All four posts are placed on the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix with full central government benefits. Selected candidates enjoy DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, Leave Travel Concession and pension benefits under NPS / OPS. The posts are permanent, General Central Service positions and fall under Group ‘A’ Gazetted or Group ‘B’ Gazetted cadre as applicable.
- Scientist-B (Mechanical) — Pay Matrix Level 10 (Group A Gazetted)
- Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive) — Pay Matrix Level 8 (Group B Gazetted)
- Superintending Archaeological Engineer — Pay Matrix Level 11 (Group A Gazetted)
- Assistant Professor, Civil Engg (Survey) — Academic Pay Matrix Level 10 (Group A Gazetted)
Beyond the pay, these Group A Gazetted roles carry strong promotional avenues, academic allowances (for teaching posts) and prestige of a UPSC-selected officer.
Probation is for 1 or 2 years depending on post; all posts come with All-India service liability in respective Regional / Field Offices.
What is the Selection Process for UPSC Advt 03/2026?
Since this is a recruitment by selection, there is no written examination in the traditional sense. Shortlisting is based on merit of qualification and experience, followed by a personal interview.
- Online submission of application through the ORA portal with all qualification, experience and category details.
- Screening of applications — in case of a large number of applications, UPSC may conduct Recruitment Test (RT) / Combined Recruitment Test (CRT), or shortlist on the basis of stipulated criteria.
- Interview / Personality Test at UPSC, New Delhi for the shortlisted candidates on a date intimated separately.
- Document verification at the time of interview — candidates must bring original certificates of age, qualification, experience, caste / EWS / PwBD (if applicable) and NOC (if already in government service).
- Final result is published on the UPSC website and in Employment News. Appointment orders are issued by the concerned Ministry / Department after physical fitness and character verification.
Also check our UPSC exam calendar and syllabus hub for parallel recruitment timelines if you’re eligible for more posts.
How to Apply Online for UPSC 03/2026 Recruitment?
Applications are accepted only through the official Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal of UPSC. Keep your scanned photograph, signature, ID proof, qualification certificates and experience certificates ready before starting.
- Visit the official UPSC ORA portal at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
- Complete the One-Time Account Creation and Universal Registration (URN) — required only once for all UPSC ORA recruitments.
- Fill the Common Application Form with your personal, educational and experience details.
- Open Advertisement No. 03/2026 and select the specific post (Vacancy Number) you want to apply for.
- Fill the post-specific module with duty, preference and qualification details matching that vacancy.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature and ID proof as per the specifications.
- Pay the application fee of ₹25 online (exempted for SC / ST / PwBD / Women).
- Review and submit the application. Take a printout of the final application for your records and future reference.
If you want to apply for more than one vacancy, you must fill a separate post-specific module for each vacancy, paying the fee separately for each one.
Important Dates — UPSC Advt 03/2026 Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 23 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 25 April 2026 |
| Last Date & Time to Apply Online | 15 May 2026 (1800 hrs) |
| Date for Eligibility Determination | 15 May 2026 (closing date) |
| Interview Date | To be intimated separately |
Application Fees — UPSC Selection 03/2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹25 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil (Exempted) |
| Women (All Categories) | Nil (Exempted) |
Fee is payable online via Visa / Master / RuPay Credit or Debit Card, UPI or Internet Banking. No offline / cash / bank challan mode is available. Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be carried over to another examination.
Essential Links — UPSC Selection Recruitment 03/2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for UPSC Advt 03/2026
- Visit UPSC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you meet the qualification and experience requirements for any of these four posts, prepare your documents and apply well before the 15 May 2026 closing time. UPSC recruitments of this type have limited vacancies and strong competition — a strong application backed by solid experience can make the difference. Keep following GovtJobsAlert.in for updates on interview schedules and results of this advertisement.