Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Dental Surgeon and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 13 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the online process.
Online applications for the vacancies of Dental Surgeon and other Posts will be accepted from 14 November 2026 to 04 December 2026. All interested candidates are strongly advised to complete their application well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Dental Surgeon and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
UPSC – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Surgeon | 5 | No Details | All India |
| Ayurveda Physician | 2 | No Details | All India |
| Homeopathic Physician | 1 | No Details | All India |
| Scientist B (Botany) | 3 | No Details | All India |
| Scientist B (Horticulture) | 1 | No Details | All India |
| Scientist B (Chemistry) | 1 | No Details | All India |
| Total Vacancies: | 13 |
UPSC Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for UPSC Dental Surgeon and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Union Public Service Commission. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Dental Surgeon | Recognised Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) degree OR recognised dental qualification under the Dentists Act, 1948 OR qualifying foreign dental qualification; registration with a State Dental Council or Tribunal in India; completion of Compulsory Rotating Internship |
| Ayurveda Physician | Degree in Ayurveda from a recognised university, statutory state board, council or faculty; enrolment on the Central or a State Register for Indian Medicine |
| Homeopathic Physician | Degree in Homoeopathy from a recognised university, statutory state board, council or equivalent; enrolment on the Central or State Register of Homoeopathy |
| Scientist B (Botany) | Master’s Degree in Botany from a recognised university or institute; PhD in Botany desirable |
| Scientist B (Horticulture) | Master’s Degree in Horticulture from a recognised university or institute; PhD in Horticulture desirable |
| Scientist B (Chemistry) | Master’s Degree in Chemistry (Organic) from a recognised university or institute; PhD in Chemistry (Organic) desirable |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Union Public Service Commission for Dental Surgeon and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Dental Surgeon | Max 35 years |
| Ayurveda Physician | Max 35 years |
| Homeopathic Physician | Max 35 years |
| Scientist B (Botany) | Max 35 years |
| Scientist B (Horticulture) | Max 38 years |
| Scientist B (Chemistry) | Max 40 years |
The application fee for this recruitment varies by category. For General / OBC / EWS candidates, the application fee is Rs.25/-. SC / ST candidates are exempted from paying the application fee. The fee can be paid through the online payment mode as specified in the official notification. Candidates belonging to certain reserved categories may be exempted from paying the application fee as per government rules.
The selection of candidates for Dental Surgeon and other Posts will be carried out through Recruitment by Selection through Interview; Recruitment Test followed by Interview may be conducted if required. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Union Public Service Commission. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online Application |
The application for this recruitment of Union Public Service Commission is online. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment online from Union Public Service Commission on or before the last date of online application, which is 04 December 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Online Application Link | Apply Now |
| Official Website | Union Public Service Commission |
