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UPSC Recruitment 2026: Direct recruitment for various government posts; applications begin on September 12..
Shikha Saxena | September 11, 2026 9:15 PM CST

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited applications for direct recruitment to various posts across Government of India departments and institutions. According to the notification issued by the Commission, recruitment will be conducted for various positions, including Specialists and Assistant Professors. A total of 212 appointments are to be made under this recruitment drive. Interested and eligible candidates will be able to apply online starting September 12, 2026. The deadline for submitting applications for most posts is October 2, 2026; however, for posts under the administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh, candidates may apply until October 9, 2026.

**Application process begins on September 12**
The application process for this UPSC recruitment drive commences on September 12. Candidates are advised to carefully review the educational qualifications, age limits, experience requirements, and other eligibility criteria for the respective posts before applying.

The Commission has clarified that eligibility criteria may vary depending on the post; therefore, candidates should read all the terms and conditions outlined in the detailed advertisement before submitting their applications.

**Where to apply online**
Candidates can apply via the UPSC online application portal at upsconline.nic.in. The detailed recruitment advertisement and necessary instructions for candidates will be available on the Commission's official website, upsc.gov.in.

Candidates must fill in their personal and educational details carefully while completing the application process, as any incorrect information could lead to complications with the application.

**Which posts are being filled?**
UPSC will conduct direct recruitment for various positions across Government of India departments and institutions, including roles such as Specialists and Assistant Professors.

Detailed information regarding educational qualifications, age limits, required work experience, reservation policies, pay scales, and vacancy details for each post will be provided in the Commission's advertisement. Candidates must verify the eligibility criteria for the specific post they wish to apply for before submitting their application.

The application fee for this UPSC recruitment has been set at ₹25. Candidates can pay the fee via credit card, debit card, UPI, or internet banking. However, female candidates and those belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) categories are exempted from the application fee.

Points to consider before applying
Before applying, candidates must verify the following details:

1. Prescribed educational qualifications for the respective post
2. Age limit for the post
3. Required experience, if applicable
4. Eligibility regarding reservation and category
5. Necessary documents and certificates
6. Last date for application
7. Accuracy of personal and educational details entered in the online application

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