The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invited online applications for 13 permanent government posts under Advertisement No. 12/2026. The recruitment covered technical, legal and specialist medical positions across government departments and organisations in Kanpur, Delhi and New Delhi.
The application window opened on 26 September 2026 and closed on 16 October 2026 at 6:00 PM. The deadline has passed, so this article provides recruitment details and information on how candidates can follow further selection updates.
According to the Press Information Bureau (PIB), applications were accepted through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal. Candidates should consult the Commission’s official website for updates on shortlisting, recruitment tests, interviews and selection.
UPSC Recruitment 2026: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement Number | 12/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 13 |
| Employment Type | Permanent |
| Recruitment Method | Direct recruitment by selection |
| Posts | Junior Technical Officer, Assistant Legislative Counsel, Law Officer and Specialist Grade II (Cardiology) |
| Work Locations | Kanpur, Delhi and New Delhi |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 26 September 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 16 October 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Application Fee | ₹25 for non-exempt candidates |
| Official Website | https://www.upsc.gov.in |
| Application Portal | https://upsconline.nic.in |
| Current Status | Applications closed |
Overview of UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026
The advertisement covered direct recruitment to technical administration, legislative services, legal work and specialist medical services.
The 13 vacancies were distributed across four posts:
| Post | Organisation | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur | 1 | Level 10 |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel, Grade IV | Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice | 8 | Level 11 |
| Law Officer | Land and Building Department, Government of NCT of Delhi | 3 | Level 7 |
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale), Cardiology | New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) | 1 | Level 11 plus NPA |
The posts have different eligibility criteria, experience requirements, age limits and reservation provisions. Candidates should consult the official advertisement for the complete post-wise requirements.
Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria
1. Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology)
- Vacancies: 1
- Organisation: National Sugar Institute, Kanpur, under the Department of Food and Public Distribution
- Pay Level: Level 10 of the Seventh Central Pay Commission pay matrix
- Reported maximum age: 38 years for OBC candidates, subject to the notification’s conditions
- Location: Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh; the post is transferable as specified in the advertisement
Educational qualification: A degree in Science or Engineering from a recognised university or institute, along with an Associateship or postgraduate diploma in Sugar Technology.
Experience: Three years of teaching, research or advisory experience in Sugar Technology, or three years of practical experience in a sugar factory in a managerial capacity.
The duties include teaching, research, advisory work and other responsibilities assigned by senior officers. Applicants should check the official advertisement for the complete essential and desirable qualification requirements.
2. Assistant Legislative Counsel, Grade IV
- Vacancies: 8
- Organisation: Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice
- Pay Level: Level 11
- Location: New Delhi
The post requires a recognised law degree and fulfilment of one of the prescribed professional or experience pathways. These may include qualifying service in a judicial or government legal position, specified teaching or research experience with a postgraduate law degree, or qualifying legal practice.
Experience in legislative drafting is listed as desirable.
The advertised vacancies include four unreserved posts, one EWS post, two OBC posts and one SC post. The advertisement also specifies disability-related reservation or suitability conditions.
Candidates should refer to the official notification for the detailed eligibility pathways, experience requirements, reservation provisions and supporting documents.
3. Law Officer
- Vacancies: 3
- Organisation: Land and Building Department, Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi
- Pay Level: Level 7
- Location: Delhi
Educational qualification: A law degree from a recognised university or institute.
Experience: At least two years of legal work as a legal practitioner or in a government office, subject to the conditions specified in the advertisement.
The duties include assisting with land acquisition matters, cases relating to alternative plots, civil suits and other legal work handled by the department.
The advertised vacancies and applicable category-wise requirements should be checked in the official notification.
4. Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology
- Vacancies: 1
- Organisation: New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC)
- Pay Level: Level 11, plus Non-Practising Allowance (NPA), as applicable
- Reported maximum age: 48 years for OBC candidates, subject to the notification
- Location: New Delhi
The post requires the prescribed recognised medical qualifications, including a D.M. in Cardiology, and three years of experience in the speciality after obtaining the postgraduate degree, as specified in the advertisement.
Duties include specialist patient care, research and other responsibilities assigned by the organisation. The advertisement specifies the applicable conditions concerning NPA and private practice.
Applicants should verify all medical qualification, experience and age requirements against the original notification.
Pay and Working Conditions
The posts were advertised at different pay levels under the Seventh Central Pay Commission pay matrix:
- Junior Technical Officer: Level 10
- Assistant Legislative Counsel: Level 11
- Law Officer: Level 7
- Specialist Grade II (Cardiology): Level 11 plus applicable NPA
These are pay-matrix levels, not guaranteed monthly take-home salary figures. Actual remuneration depends on the applicable pay rules, allowances and individual service conditions.
The recruitment notification should be consulted for the probation period, duties, transfer conditions and other post-specific terms.
UPSC Selection Process
The selection process is based on direct recruitment by selection. Depending on the number of applications and the Commission’s decision, the process may involve shortlisting, a recruitment test, an interview or a combination of these stages.
Meeting the minimum educational and experience requirements does not automatically guarantee shortlisting or an interview. UPSC may use relevant experience, higher qualifications, desirable qualifications or a recruitment test when shortlisting candidates, in accordance with the advertisement.
Candidates should monitor the official UPSC website and their registered email addresses for communications about shortlisting, interview schedules, document verification and selection.
Application Fee
The application fee specified for this recruitment was ₹25 for candidates who were not exempt.
The fee exemption applied to women, SC, ST and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), subject to the official instructions. Other candidates were required to pay the prescribed fee through the permitted payment methods.
The application deadline was 16 October 2026 at 6:00 PM. No extension or new deadline should be assumed unless UPSC announces one officially.
How to Check UPSC Recruitment Updates
Since the application window has closed, candidates should use the official websites to follow subsequent recruitment stages.
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Check the recruitment advertisement and relevant notices for Advertisement No. 12/2026.
- Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal if you need to access application-related information.
- Keep your application number, submitted application details and supporting certificates available.
- Follow official instructions about shortlisting, recruitment tests, interviews and document verification.
The continued availability of a recruitment notification online does not mean that applications are still being accepted.
Who Should Follow This Recruitment Update?
This update may be useful to candidates who applied for the Junior Technical Officer, Assistant Legislative Counsel, Law Officer or Specialist Grade II (Cardiology) positions.
Other jobseekers can use the post descriptions to understand the qualifications and experience required for similar government roles. However, they should look for new recruitment announcements rather than rely on the closed application window for Advertisement No. 12/2026.
Important Notice for Candidates
The application deadline for UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026 has passed. Candidates should check the official UPSC website for further updates on the selection process and should not assume that applications remain open.
The details in this article are a summary. The official UPSC advertisement takes precedence in the event of any discrepancy concerning eligibility, age limits, experience, reservations, remuneration or selection procedures.
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