UPSC Vacancy 2026 Notification Out – Check Eligibility, Salary, Selection Process & Apply Online |
The UPSC Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Union Public Service Commission for the recruitment of 16 prestigious Group A & Group B posts. This recruitment drive offers excellent opportunities for candidates seeking central government jobs in reputed ministries and departments.
The vacancies include Assistant Keeper, Senior Store Officer Grade-II, and Livestock Officer positions under various ministries such as the Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Defence, and Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
The online application process has started from 11 April 2026 and will continue till 01 May 2026. Interested candidates are advised to apply before the deadline and ensure they meet all eligibility criteria.
📊 UPSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
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| Organization | Union Public Service Commission |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Post Name | Assistant Keeper, Senior Store Officer, Livestock Officer |
| Job Type | Central Govt Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 11 April 2026 |
| Last Date | 01 May 2026 |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
| The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India’s premier recruiting agency responsible for selecting candidates for top government positions. It ensures transparency, merit-based selection, and provides equal opportunities for all eligible citizens to serve the nation in administrative, technical, and defense services. |
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🔹 1. Assistant Keeper
Vacancies: 1 Post |
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🔹 2. Senior Store Officer Grade-II
Vacancies: 7 Posts |
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🔹 3. Livestock Officer
Vacancies: 8 Posts |
✅ Assistant Keeper
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✅ Senior Store Officer Grade-II
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✅ Livestock Officer
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🎯 Age Limit
Age Relaxation: 🔹 OBC: 3 Years | 🔹 SC/ST: 5 Years | ||||||||
💰 Salary Structure
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📝 Selection Process 1️⃣ Recruitment Test (RT) – Only if required based on applicant volume. 2️⃣ Personal Interview 3️⃣ Document Verification (DV) 👉 Final selection is based on performance in the RT and Interview. |
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📍 Recruitment Test Centres Delhi Guwahati (Dispur) Mumbai Kolkata Chennai Bhopal Jaipur Lucknow Ranchi Visakhapatnam |
How to Apply Online via the UPSC ORA Portal
The UPSC accepts applications exclusively through its Online Recruitment Application (ORA) system. Follow this meticulous guide to ensure a successful submission.
💳 Application Fee
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📄 Documents Required
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📅 Important Dates
Start Date
11 April 2026
Last Date
01 May 2026 | ||||
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📍 Job Location Across India: Selected candidates will be posted in various Central Government Departments and Ministries as per the specific post requirement. |
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📚 Master Your Core Subject
You must have deep conceptual clarity in your specialized field:
• Livestock Officer: Veterinary health protocols, zoonotic diseases, and Govt schemes. • Assistant Keeper: Core anthropological theories and modern museology. • Store Officer: Supply chain, GFR 2017 rules, and inventory auditing. |
| 📰 Stay Updated on Current Affairs Group A and B officers are expected to be highly aware of national and international events. Read a reputed newspaper daily and focus on administrative policies and science/tech advancements. |
| 📝 The DAF (Application Form) Strategy shortlisted candidates will be grilled based on their application details. Know every inch of your past experience. If you claim a specific achievement, be ready with statistical data and real-world examples. |
| 🤝 Confidence & Mock Interviews The UPSC interview tests your personality, administrative aptitude, and grace under pressure. Conduct mock interviews with senior professionals to build your “officer-like qualities” (OLQs). |
Do not let procrastination rob you of this career opportunity. Adhere strictly to the timeline mentioned below.
| 🔓 Application Portal Opens: 11th April 2026 |
| 🔒 Absolute Last Date for Online Submission: 01st May 2026 (Till 23:59 Hrs) |
| 🖨️ Last Date for Printing Application: Usually one day after the closing date |
The UPSC facilitation counter assists candidates facing issues with the ORA portal or eligibility doubts.
📞 Phone Numbers: 011-24041001 or 011-40303444 (Available strictly on working days between 10:00 AM and 5:30 PM) 📧 Helpdesk Email: upscsoap@nic.in*Note: Mention your Registration ID and the Post Name in the subject line.
To ensure absolute clarity, here are the answers to some of the most commonly asked queries regarding the UPSC Recruitment 2026.
| Q1: Can final-year students apply for these vacancies? Answer: No. The essential educational qualifications and mandatory years of experience must be completely fulfilled as of the closing date of the application (May 1, 2026). Final-year students awaiting results are not eligible. |
| Q2: Will I get any travel allowance (TA) to attend the UPSC interview? Answer: Yes. Outstation candidates called for the interview are generally paid a contribution towards travel expenses (typically Second Class sleeper railway fare) via the shortest route, subject to producing actual tickets. |
| Q3: Can I apply for both the Senior Store Officer and Assistant Keeper posts? Answer: Yes. If you meet the qualifications for both posts, you can apply for both. However, you must submit two separate applications and pay the Rs. 25 fee for each. |
| Q4: Is an experience certificate from a private company valid? Answer: Yes, experience from a “listed private sector company” is acceptable for the Senior Store Officer Grade-II post. Ensure the company is registered and you have a formal, detailed experience letter on company letterhead. |
| Q5: What if my university grading system uses CGPA instead of percentages? Answer: You must convert your CGPA/OGPA into a percentage based on your university’s official conversion formula. Keep the official formula document ready for the document verification stage. |
| Q6: Are the application fees refundable if I withdraw? Answer: No. Once paid, the fee of Rs. 25 is strictly non-refundable under any circumstances, nor can it be reserved for any other examination or selection. |
