Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Research Officer and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 34 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 Research Officer and other Posts will be accepted from 08 August 2026 to 04 September 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 Research Officer 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) | 1 | No Details | Noida, Uttar Pradesh |
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) | 9 | No Details | Noida, Uttar Pradesh |
| Assistant Director (Engineering) | 1 | No Details | New Delhi |
| Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch) | 1 | No Details | New Delhi |
| Research Officer | 11 | No Details | Kolkata |
| Horticulture Development Officer | 4 | No Details | Union Territory of Ladakh |
| Soil Conservation Assistant | 7 | No Details | Union Territory of Ladakh |
| Total Vacancies: | 34 |
UPSC Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for UPSC Research Officer 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 | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) | Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or equivalent; Two years’ experience in supervisory capacity in design, maintenance and construction of structural and reinforced concrete works. | 2 years |
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) | Degree in Telecommunications, Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communications Engineering from a recognized University or equivalent; Two years’ experience in supervisory capacity in the field of radio aids to navigation. | 2 years |
| Assistant Director (Engineering) | Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University or Institute; Two years’ experience in design, construction and maintenance of Civil Engineering works including harbour engineering works OR maintenance and operation of different types of cranes, diesel locos, marine engines etc. | 2 years |
| Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch) | Master’s Degree in Law OR Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognised University; relevant experience in legal affairs, translation, drafting; Hindi medium or Hindi as subject in Secondary School Examination. | No Details |
| Research Officer | Master’s Degree in Geography, Geology, Applied Geology, Geoinformatics, GIS and Remote Sensing, Geomatics or Geospatial Technology from a recognised University; Five years’ experience in Geographical and Cartographical Teaching or Research. | 5 years |
| Horticulture Development Officer | Bachelor in Horticulture Science or Bachelor in Agriculture Science. | No Details |
| Soil Conservation Assistant | BSc Agriculture or BSc Horticulture OR BSc, MSc Soil Science OR BE, BTech in Agricultural Engineering from a recognized University or Institute. | No Details |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Union Public Service Commission for Research Officer 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 |
|---|---|
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) | Max 38 years |
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) | Max 40 years |
| Assistant Director (Engineering) | Max 30 years |
| Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch) | Max 35 years |
| Research Officer | Max 40 years |
| Horticulture Development Officer | Max 40 years |
| Soil Conservation Assistant | 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 Research Officer and other Posts will be carried out through Recruitment by Selection through Interview; Recruitment Test followed by Interview if adopted; Face authentication. 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 upsc.gov.in on or before the last date of online application, which is 04 September 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Online Application Link | Apply Now |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |