UPSC Advt No. 12/2026 Online Form for 13 Posts
UPSC विज्ञापन संख्या 12/2026 ऑनलाइन फॉर्म 13 पद
Overview
The Union Public Service Commission has invited online recruitment applications for 13 vacancies across four posts under Advertisement No. 12/2026. Applications opened on 26 September 2026 on upsconline.nic.in and close at 18:00 hours on 16 October 2026. The closing date is also the crucial date for deciding every eligibility condition.
The largest block is 8 posts of Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV of the Indian Legal Service) in the Legislative Department of the Ministry of Law and Justice, at Level 11 of the pay matrix. It asks for a law degree together with seven years in a State Judicial Service, a State legal department or Central Government legal work, or a Master's in Law with five years of teaching or research, or standing as a legal practitioner of at least 30 years of age. The advertisement also has 3 posts of Law Officer in the Land and Building Department, Government of NCT of Delhi (Level 7, law degree plus two years of legal experience), one post of Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) at the National Sugar Institute, Kanpur (Level 10), and one post of Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) in Cardiology at the New Delhi Municipal Council (Level 11 plus NPA).
The fee is only Rs. 25, and female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates pay nothing. Since UPSC recruits these posts by selection, it may shortlist applicants on the basis of qualifications and experience, or hold a recruitment test, before calling candidates for interview.
Details
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Posted On | 25 Sept 2026 |
| Total Posts | 13 |
| Qualification | Post-wise: Degree in Law with experience, Degree in Science/Engineering with Sugar Technology qualification, or recognised medical qualification (see advertisement) |
| Age Limit | Post-wise, from 30 years (Law Officer, UR) to 48 years (Specialist Grade II, OBC); relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD |
| Application Fee | Rs. 25 | No fee for Female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates |
| Apply Start | 26 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 October 2026 (18:00 hours) |
Important highlights
- Assistant Legislative Counsel (ILS Grade IV), Legislative Department: 8 posts, Level 11
- Law Officer, Land and Building Department, GNCTD: 3 posts, Level 7
- Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology), National Sugar Institute, Kanpur: 1 post, Level 10
- Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) Cardiology, NDMC: 1 post, Level 11 plus NPA
- Fee Rs. 25, waived for female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates
Selection process
- Shortlisting of applications on the basis of the qualifications and experience claimed, or a recruitment test where UPSC decides to hold one.
- Interview of shortlisted candidates.
- Final recommendation by UPSC on the basis of the interview, or the recruitment test followed by interview.
How to apply
- Open upsconline.nic.in and complete the One Time Registration if you have not already done so.
- Choose Advertisement No. 12/2026 and the vacancy number of the post you are applying for.
- Fill in your qualifications and experience exactly as they stand on 16 October 2026 and upload the supporting documents.
- Pay the Rs. 25 fee online if applicable, then submit before 18:00 hours on 16 October 2026 and keep a printout.
Frequently asked questions
How many vacancies are there in UPSC Advt No. 12/2026?
13 vacancies: 8 Assistant Legislative Counsel, 3 Law Officer, 1 Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) and 1 Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) Cardiology.
What is the last date to apply?
18:00 hours on 16 October 2026. Applications opened on 26 September 2026.
What is the application fee?
Rs. 25. Female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates of any community do not pay a fee.
What is the age limit for Law Officer?
30 years for UR and 33 years for OBC, relaxable by up to 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Disclaimer: Verify eligibility, dates, and fees on the official notification before applying. This page is for information only.