UPSC Recruitment Advertisement No. 12/2026 – Online Applications Open
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued Advertisement No. 12/2026 inviting online applications for several posts, including Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology), Assistant Legislative Counsel, Law Officer (Delhi) and Specialist Grade II (Cardiology). The notice outlines vacancies, eligibility, age limits, pay scales and the online application process.
Notification Details
UPSC Recruitment Advertisement No. 12/2026
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 12/2026 inviting online applications for the following posts. All details – vacancies, eligibility, age limits, pay scale and how to apply – are given below.
Vacancy Details
| Vacancy No. | Post | Number of Posts | Department / Location | Pay Scale (Level) | Reservation (Category) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26091201626 | Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | 1 | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur (Dept. of Food & Public Distribution) | Level‑10 (7th CPC) | OBC‑01 (post not reserved, only suitable for PwBD) |
| 26091202226 | Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, Indian Legal Service) | 8 | Legislative Department, Ministry of Law & Justice | Level‑11 (7th CPC) | UR‑04, EWS‑01, OBC‑02, SC‑01, PwBD‑01 |
| 26091203226 | Law Officer | 3 | Land & Building Department, Govt. of NCT of Delhi | Level‑07 (7th CPC) | UR‑02, OBC‑01, PwBD‑01 |
| 26091204526 | Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology | 1 | New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) | Level‑11 + NPA (7th CPC) | OBC‑01 (post not reserved, only suitable for PwBD) |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology)
- Education: Degree in Science/Engineering plus either an Associateship or a Post‑graduate Diploma in Sugar Technology.
- Experience:
- 3 years teaching/research/advisory in Sugar Technology or
- 3 years managerial experience in a sugar factory.
- PwBD suitability: Only certain locomotor disability types (OL, OA) are marked suitable (40 % & above).
2. Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, ILS)
- Education: Law degree from a recognized university.
- Experience: At least one of the following (minimum 7 years):
- Service in a State Judicial Service, or
- Superior post in a State legal department, or
- Central Government legal experience, or
- Master's in Law with 5 years teaching/research, or
- Qualified legal practitioner (minimum 7 years for advocates, 5 years for High Court attorneys).
- Desirable: Experience in legislative drafting.
- PwBD suitability: All PwBD categories listed as suitable; only blindness/low‑vision are reserved.
3. Law Officer (Delhi)
- Education: Degree in Law from a recognized institute/university.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years legal work as a practitioner or 2 years in a Government legal office.
- PwBD suitability: Various locomotor and visual impairments are suitable; only certain categories are reserved.
4. Specialist Grade II – Cardiology (NDMC)
- Education: Recognised medical qualification (as defined in the first/second schedule of the Payment of Wages Act).
- Experience: Not detailed in the excerpt.
- PwBD suitability: Some locomotor disabilities are suitable; post is not reserved but only PwBD‑suitable.
Age Limits
| Post | General Age Limit | Age Relaxation for PwBD |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer | 38 years (OBC) | +10 years |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel | 40 years (UR/EWS) – 45 years (SC) | +10 years |
| Law Officer (Delhi) | 30 years (UR) – 33 years (OBC) | +10 years |
| Specialist Grade II – Cardiology | 48 years (OBC) | +10 years |
How to Apply
- Visit the UPSC official online portal: https://upsconline.nic.in.
- Register / log in with your credentials.
- Search for Advertisement No. 12/2026.
- Fill in the online application form for the post(s) you wish to apply for.
- Upload required documents (educational certificates, experience letters, PwBD certificate if applicable, etc.).
- Pay the application fee as prescribed on the portal (the PDF does not state a fee).
- Submit the application before the closing date (not mentioned in the PDF; check the online portal for the deadline).
Important Links
- Official PDF: Advertisement No. 12/2026 (PDF)
- UPSC Online Application Portal: https://upsconline.nic.in
FAQs
Q: Which website should I use to apply? A: Applications are submitted through the UPSC online portal – https://upsconline.nic.in.
Q: Are there any age relaxations for PwBD candidates? A: Yes. All posts allow an additional relaxation of up to 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Q: Is there a reservation for OBC candidates? A: Yes. Each vacancy lists its own reservation composition (e.g., OBC‑01 for the Junior Technical Officer post, OBC‑02 among the eight Assistant Legislative Counsel posts, etc.).
Q: Where can I find detailed eligibility and document requirements? A: All eligibility criteria and required documents are mentioned in the official PDF linked above.
Final Note
The UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026 offers a limited number of prestigious posts across diverse sectors. Carefully read the eligibility conditions and ensure that all documents are uploaded correctly on the UPSC portal. Keep an eye on the online portal for the exact last date of application and any further instructions.
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