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UPSC Recruitment 2026 - 194 Scientist Vacancies | Apply Online Now

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is inviting applications for a total of 194 vacancies across various exciting positions, including Airworthiness Officer, Deputy Controller of Explosive, and Associate Professor roles in Engineering. Interested candidates can apply online from May 23, 2026, until June 12, 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for job seekers looking to make a significant impact in their fields. Read below for complete details on eligibility, application fees, and the selection process.

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Recruitment Overview

Vacancies
194
Salary
Not disclosed
Start Date
23 May 2026
Last Date
12 Jun 2026
Employment Type
Regular Basis
Category
Central Govt
Apply Mode
Online
Location
All India

Vacancy Details

Post NameVacancies
Airworthiness Officer25
Deputy Controller of Explosive44
Manager8
Junior Technical Officer5
Junior Technical Officer (Chemical Engineering)1
Scientific Officer (Mechanical)2
Deputy Superintending Archaeological Engineer4
Associate Professor, Electrical Engineering (Power System)1
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering (Heat Transfer)1
Lecturer (Persian Language)1
Lecturer (Tibetan Language)1
Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences)7
Scientist-B (General Meteorology)30
Scientist-B (Instrumentation)9
Deputy Director (Civil Engineering)3
Joint Assistant Director6
Assistant Executive Engineer2
Deputy Director of Mines Safety (Mining)8
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Chemical)2
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Chemical)3
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Food)3
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Food)4
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Hosiery)2
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Hosiery)4
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Leather & Footwear)3
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Leather & Footwear)4
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Metal Finishing)1
Assistant Controller of Mines5
Research Officer2
Assistant Director/ Registering Officer1
Driller1
Tourist Officer1
Total194

Job Locations

This job is available across All India

Eligibility & Requirements

Educational Qualification

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s DegreeBachelor of EngineeringBachelor’s DegreeMaster’s degreeB.Tech. or BE or B.Sc Degree in Mining EngineeringB.Tech in Food TechnologyBachelor DegreeMaster DegreeBachelor of Engineering or Technologyachelor of Engineering
Post Name Educational Qualification
Airworthiness Officer
  • Bachelor’s degree
Deputy Controller of Explosive
  • Master’s Degree
Manager
  • Bachelor of Engineering
Junior Technical Officer
  • Bachelor’s Degree
Junior Technical Officer (Chemical Engineering)
  • Master’s Degree
Scientific Officer (Mechanical)
Deputy Superintending Archaeological Engineer
  • Bachelor’s Degree
Associate Professor, Electrical Engineering (Power System)
  • Bachelor of Engineering
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering (Heat Transfer)
Lecturer (Persian Language)
  • Master’s degree
Lecturer (Tibetan Language)
Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences)
Scientist-B (General Meteorology)
Scientist-B (Instrumentation)
  • Bachelor’s Degree
Deputy Director (Civil Engineering)
Joint Assistant Director
  • B.Tech. or BE or B.Sc
Assistant Executive Engineer
  • Bachelor’s Degree
Deputy Director of Mines Safety (Mining)
  • Degree in Mining Engineering
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Chemical)
  • Master’s Degree
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Chemical)
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Food)
  • B.Tech in Food Technology
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Food)
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Hosiery)
  • Bachelor Degree
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Hosiery)
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Leather & Footwear)
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Leather & Footwear)
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Metal Finishing)
  • Master Degree
Assistant Controller of Mines
  • Bachelor of Engineering or Technology
Research Officer
  • Master’s Degree
Assistant Director/ Registering Officer
Driller
  • achelor of Engineering
Tourist Officer
  • Bachelor Degree

Age Limit

Post NameAge Limit
Airworthiness Officer35-40 years
Deputy Controller of Explosive
Manager
Junior Technical Officer30-33 years
Junior Technical Officer (Chemical Engineering)35 years
Scientific Officer (Mechanical)30 years
Deputy Superintending Archaeological Engineer35-38 years
Associate Professor, Electrical Engineering (Power System)45 years
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering (Heat Transfer)48 years
Lecturer (Persian Language)35 years
Lecturer (Tibetan Language)
Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences)35-40 years
Scientist-B (General Meteorology)
Scientist-B (Instrumentation)
Deputy Director (Civil Engineering)40-45 years
Joint Assistant Director30-35 years
Assistant Executive Engineer35-38 years
Deputy Director of Mines Safety (Mining)40-45 years
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Chemical)35 years
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Chemical)30-35 years
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Food)
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Food)
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Hosiery)30-33 years
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Hosiery)30-35 years
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Leather & Footwear)
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Leather & Footwear)
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Metal Finishing)30 years
Assistant Controller of Mines35-40 years
Research Officer30 years
Assistant Director/ Registering Officer40 years
Driller45 years
Tourist Officer40 years

Age Relaxation

CategoryRelaxation
SC/ST Applicants5
OBC Applicants3
PwBD (Gen/EWS) Applicants10
PwBD (SC/ST) Applicants15
PwBD (OBC) Applicants13
Ex-Servicemen ApplicantsAs Per Govt Policy

Fees & Salary

Application Fee

CategoryFee Amount
General/OBC₹25
SC/ST/PWD/FemaleNil / Free
Fee can be paid via ONLINE

Salary Details

Post NameSalary / Pay Scale
Airworthiness OfficerLevel- 10
Deputy Controller of Explosive
Manager
Junior Technical OfficerLevel- 07
Junior Technical Officer (Chemical Engineering)Level- 10
Scientific Officer (Mechanical)Level- 08
Deputy Superintending Archaeological EngineerLevel- 10
Associate Professor, Electrical Engineering (Power System)Academic Level – 13A1
Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering (Heat Transfer)
Lecturer (Persian Language)Level- 10
Lecturer (Tibetan Language)
Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences)
Scientist-B (General Meteorology)
Scientist-B (Instrumentation)
Deputy Director (Civil Engineering)Level- 11
Joint Assistant DirectorLevel- 08
Assistant Executive EngineerLevel- 10
Deputy Director of Mines Safety (Mining)Level- 12
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Chemical)Level- 10
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Chemical)Level- 07
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Food)Level- 10
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Food)Level- 07
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Hosiery)Level- 10
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Hosiery)Level- 07
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Leather & Footwear)Level- 10
Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) (Leather & Footwear)Level- 07
Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Metal Finishing)Level- 10
Assistant Controller of Mines
Research OfficerLevel- 08
Assistant Director/ Registering Officer
DrillerLevel- 10A
Tourist OfficerLevel – 6F

Selection Process

  • Recruitment Test

  • Interview

Important Dates & Deadlines

Notification Date
Exam Date
TBA
Admit Card Date
TBA

How to Apply

Application Steps

  1. 1Visit the Official Website.
  2. 2Click on the Apply Online button available on the homepage.
  3. 3Select New Registration to create your account if you are a first-time applicant.
  4. 4Fill in the required details in the registration form and click Submit to register.
  5. 5Log in using your credentials to access the application form.
  6. 6Complete the application form by filling in all necessary details and click on Upload to attach any required documents.
  7. 7Review your application carefully and click on Submit to finalize your application.
  8. 8Take printout/screenshot for future reference.
Notification No:05/2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How to apply for Scientist 2026?

Candidates can apply online through the official Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) website. Visit the official notification link to complete the application process before the deadline.

What is the last date to apply for Scientist 2026?

The last date to apply for Scientist 2026 is 12 Jun 2026. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid any technical issues.

How many vacancies are available in Scientist 2026?

A total of 194 vacancies are available in Scientist 2026 recruitment 2026.

What is the age limit for Scientist 2026?

The age limit for Scientist 2026 is 35-40 years, 30-33 years, 35 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.

What is the application fee for Scientist 2026?

The application fee for Scientist 2026 is: General/OBC: ₹25, SC/ST/PWD/Female: ₹NIL. Fee payment can be made through the official portal.

What is the educational qualification for Scientist 2026?

The educational qualification required for Scientist 2026 is: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s Degree, Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s degree, B.Tech. or BE or B.Sc, Degree in Mining Engineering, B.Tech in Food Technology, Bachelor Degree, Master Degree, Bachelor of Engineering or Technology, achelor of Engineering . Candidates must have completed the required qualification from a recognized university/board.

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