The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Recruitment Notification 2026 on its official website (upsc.gov.in). A total of 5 vacancies have been announced for posts such as Assistant Professor, Scientific Officer, and other positions.

Candidates possessing qualifications like a Master’s Degree in Physics, B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Metallurgical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, or M.E./M.Tech in relevant fields along with the required experience are eligible to apply.

The online application process has already begun and will continue until 15 May 2026. Interested candidates can download the official notification PDF and submit their applications through the official UPSC website using the direct links provided.

UPSC Scientist and Other Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Particulars	Details
Organization	Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Post Name	Assistant Professor, Scientific Officer, and other posts
Total Vacancies	5
Advertisement No.	03/2026
Salary	Pay Level 08–11 & Academic Level-10 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Educational Qualification	Master’s Degree in Physics; B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Metallurgical/Electrical Engineering; Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering; or B.E./B.Tech + M.E./M.Tech in Civil Engineering (Geo Informatics / Geoinformatics & Surveying Technology)
Age Limit	As per UPSC norms with applicable relaxations (specific limits not mentioned)
Last Date to Apply	15 May 2026
Application Mode	Online
Job Type	Full-time

UPSC Scientist and Other Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

For all posts, age limits will be applied as per the norms of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). The exact upper age limits are not specified in the available details; however, category-wise relaxations are applicable as follows:

• OBC: 3 years relaxation
• SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
• PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years relaxation (maximum age should not exceed 56 years)
• PwBD + OBC: 13 years relaxation
• PwBD + SC/ST: 15 years relaxation
• Central Government Employees: 5 years relaxation
• Ex-Servicemen: 5 years relaxation

These relaxations are applicable as per Government of India rules.

UPSC Scientist and Other Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	25 April 2026
Start of Online Application	25 April 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	15 May 2026

UPSC Scientist and Other Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC (Male)	₹25
SC / ST	No fee (Exempted)
Women (All Categories)	No fee (Exempted)

UPSC Scientist and Other Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility

Post Name	Qualification & Experience
Scientist-B (Mechanical)	Option A: Master’s Degree in Physics with at least 1 year of practical experience in testing/calibration of engineering materials or precision measurements/metrology. Option B: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Metallurgical Engineering with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in testing/calibration or metrology work in a recognized lab/institute. Desirable: Experience in R&D related to testing of engineering materials and calibration/metrology.
Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive)	Master’s Degree in Physics or B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Mechanical/Metallurgy. Additionally, 1 year of experience in a Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) lab, or experience in X-Ray Diffraction, or failure analysis of engineering materials using non-destructive and metallographic techniques.
Superintending Archaeological Engineer	Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with at least 8 years of experience in planning, execution, and supervision of civil engineering projects, preferably in government sector or archaeological/heritage sites.
Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering – Survey)	B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering along with M.E./M.Tech in Civil Engineering (Geo Informatics / Geoinformatics & Surveying Technology). Candidates must have secured first class or equivalent at either Bachelor’s or Master’s level.

UPSC Scientist and Other Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

Post Name	Number of Vacancies
Scientist-B (Mechanical)	1
Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive)	1
Superintending Archaeological Engineer	2
Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering – Survey)	1
Total	5

UPSC Scientist and Other Recruitment 2026 – How To Apply

• Submit your application online on or before 15 May 2026.
• Use the “Apply Online” link available in the Important Links section, or visit the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to apply.
• Carefully fill in all required details, including personal, educational, and contact information.
• Upload necessary documents such as your photograph, signature, and relevant certificates in the prescribed format.
• Make the online payment of the application fee, if applicable.
• Verify all the entered details thoroughly before final submission.
• After submission, download or print a copy of the application form for future reference.

UPSC Scientist and Other Recruitment 2026 – Important Web-Links

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UPSC Scientist and Other Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on their educational qualifications, relevant work experience, and any desirable criteria specified for the posts.
• A Recruitment Test may be conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), if required.
• Shortlisted candidates will then be called for an Interview (Personality Test) as the final stage of selection.

UPSC Scientist and Other Recruitment 2026 – Salary

• Scientist-B (Mechanical): Pay Level-10 under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix
• Scientific Officer (Non-Destructive): Pay Level-08 as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix
• Superintending Archaeological Engineer: Placed in Pay Level-11 according to the 7th CPC Pay Matrix
• Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering – Survey): नियुक्त at Academic Pay Level-10 under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix

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UPSC Scientist and Other Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. What is the deadline to apply for the UPSC recruitment?
The final date for submitting the online application is 15th May 2026.

Q2. How many positions are announced in this UPSC recruitment?
The Union Public Service Commission has released a total of 5 vacancies for different posts.

Q3. What is the application fee for this recruitment?
The application fee is ₹25 for General/OBC male candidates, while female, SC, and ST candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

Q4. What are the required qualifications for these posts?
The minimum qualifications differ by role and include degrees such as a Master’s in Physics and Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees in Engineering fields like Mechanical, Civil, or Metallurgy.

Q5. What is the pay scale for selected candidates?
Selected candidates will receive salaries ranging from Level 08 to Level 11 under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with the Assistant Professor role placed at Academic Level-10.

Q6. What is the selection procedure for this recruitment?
The selection process generally involves shortlisting based on qualifications and experience, followed by a Recruitment Test (if conducted) and an interview.

Q7. Are candidates from outside West Bengal eligible to apply?
Although the location mentioned is Kolkata, West Bengal, the application process is online. Candidates from other regions should check the official notification for specific eligibility criteria.

Q8. Is age relaxation applicable for reserved categories?
Yes, age relaxation is provided as follows: OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), and PwBD (10 years), with additional relaxation in certain combined categories.

Q9. Where can I access the official notification PDF?
The official notification PDF is available in the “Important Links” section under the title “Official Notification PDF.”

Q10. What is the process to apply online?
Candidates can apply by visiting the official website of the Union Public Service Commission or by using the direct “Apply Online” link provided in the Important Links section before the deadline.