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UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 13 Law Officer, JTO and More Posts
Important details
| Name of post | UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 13 Law Officer, JTO and More Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission |
| Advertisement no. | 12/2026 |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 13 posts |
| Last date to apply | 16 October 2026 |
| Pay / salary | The Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) in Cardiology is entitled to Level-11 plus Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC. |
| Selection process | Where applications are numerous, UPSC may apply shortlisting criteria: higher desirable qualifications, higher-than-minimum educational qualification, higher-than-minimum relevant experience, experience before/after acquiring essential qualification, experience not otherwise prescribed, or a Recruitment Test → Minimum level of suitability at interview (out of 100 marks): UR–50, OBC–45, SC/ST/PH–40 → Where an RT precedes the interview, candidates must clear the minimum suitability level at both stages; the RT qualifying level is decided case-by-case by UPSC → Where an RT/CRT is held, it will ordinarily be conducted at: Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Ranchi, and Visakhapatnam (Leh/Kargil/Srinagar/Delhi for Ladakh UT posts) → Candidature is provisional at every stage; mere fulfilment of minimum qualification/experience does not guarantee a call for interview → Where sufficient eligible PwBD candidates are not available for exclusively-reserved posts, the experience requirement (years, not nature) may be relaxed up to 50% → Selection is by interview, or by a Recruitment Test (RT)/Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) followed by interview, depending on the number of applications received for a post. There is no fixed CBT syllabus published for these posts in the advertisement. |
| Posted on | 25 Sept 2026 |
| Last updated | 26 Sept 2026 |
Official source: No official notification link is available yet. Please confirm every detail on the official website.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start26 September 2026
- Last date to apply16 October 2026
- Eligibility Cut-off DateClosing date for submission of online application (16 October 2026)
- Interview DateTo be intimated separately to shortlisted candidates
Application Fee
- Unreserved / OBC / EWS (Male)₹ 25
- Women (all categories) / SC / ST / PwBDExempted (Nil)
Important: Fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be held in reserve for another exam/selection. Applications without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.
Category : Fee
Female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are completely exempted from paying any application fee, meaning they can apply for free (Rs. 0).
Age Limit
- Post : Age Limit (as on closing date)
- Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) : 38 years (OBC); +10 years further relaxable for PwBD
- Assistant Legislative Counsel : 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC); +10 years further relaxable for PwBD
- Law Officer : 30 years (UR), 33 years (OBC); +10 years further relaxable for PwBD
- Specialist Grade II (Cardiology) : 48 years (OBC); +10 years further relaxable for PwBD
- The listed age limit is normal for EWS/UR; relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD, in respect of vacancies reserved for them
- Ex-Servicemen/Commissioned Officers: 5 years' relaxation (subject to at least 6 months' continuous service after attestation as on the closing date)
- Central/UT Government servants: up to 5 years (10 years for SC/ST, 8 years for OBC posts reserved for them), subject to 3 years' continuous service in an allied cadre
- PwBD candidates: 10 years' relaxation (so SC/ST-PwBD get up to 15 years total, OBC-PwBD up to 13 years total), subject to maximum age on closing date not exceeding 56 years; disability must be 40% or more
- The maximum age limit for the Law Officer position is 30 years, with admissible age relaxations provided for OBC and other eligible categories.
Total Post
13 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | 1 | Not reserved; suitable for OL/OA (one leg/arm affected) categories only |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, ILS) | 8 | 1 post reserved for PwBD (Blindness/Low Vision category only); also suitable for ASD-Mild |
| Law Officer | 3 | 1 post reserved for PwBD (Locomotor Disability categories – most sub-types eligible) |
| Specialist Grade II (Jr. Scale) – Cardiology | 1 | Not reserved; suitable for select Locomotor/SLD/Multiple Disability categories only |
| Total | 13 |
Salary / Pay Scale
- The Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) in Cardiology is entitled to Level-11 plus Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC.
UPSC Advt 12/2026 Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
| Post | Total | Reservation | PwBD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | 01 | OBC-01 | Not reserved; suitable for OL/OA (one leg/arm affected) categories only |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, ILS) | 08 | UR-04, EWS-01, OBC-02, SC-01 | 1 post reserved for PwBD (Blindness/Low Vision category only); also suitable for ASD-Mild |
| Law Officer | 03 | UR-02, OBC-01 | 1 post reserved for PwBD (Locomotor Disability categories – most sub-types eligible) |
| Specialist Grade II (Jr. Scale) – Cardiology | 01 | OBC-01 | Not reserved; suitable for select Locomotor/SLD/Multiple Disability categories only |
- Note: "Suitable but not reserved" means a PwBD candidate meeting the 40%+ disability criterion in the listed sub-category may apply and will be considered under the general standard of merit, without a dedicated reservation. Each post's advertisement carries a detailed PwBD sub-category table (blindness/low vision, deaf/hard of hearing, various locomotor conditions, autism/intellectual/learning/mental illness, and multiple disabilities); only the categories marked "Yes" for suitability/reservation in the official notification apply to that specific post.
UPSC Advt 12/2026 Eligibility (Post-wise) – 1. Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology)
- Degree in Science or Engineering from a recognized University/Institute, with Associateship in Sugar Technology OR Post-graduate Diploma in Sugar Technology
- Experience: 3 years' teaching/research/advisory experience in Sugar Technology, OR 3 years' practical experience in a sugar factory in a managerial capacity
- Desirable: M.Sc. (Chemistry) or M.Tech (Sugar Technology); experience in drafting/editing scientific and technological reports
2. Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, ILS)
- A Degree in Law from a recognized University or equivalent, AND one of: 7+ years as a member of a State Judicial Service; OR 7+ years in a superior post in a State's legal department; OR 7+ years as a Central Government servant with legal-affairs experience; OR a Master's Degree in Law with 5+ years of teaching/research experience in Law; OR a qualified legal practitioner of at least 30 years of age (7+ years as advocate/pleader, or 5+ years as a High Court attorney in Bombay/Calcutta, or a combined 5+ years as attorney and advocate).
- Desirable: experience in legislative drafting (preference given if the post is in the Legislative Department).
3. Law Officer
- Degree in Law from a recognized Institute/University
- 2 years' experience in legal work as a Legal Practitioner, OR 2 years' legal-work experience in a Government office
4. Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology
- A recognized medical qualification under the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (First/Second Schedule or Part-II of Third Schedule, other than a licentiate qualification)
- Post-graduate degree in Cardiology (D.M. Cardiology) or equivalent
- 3 years' experience in Cardiology after obtaining the post-graduate degree
- Note: All qualifications are relaxable at UPSC's discretion, for reasons recorded in writing, for candidates who are otherwise well qualified.
UPSC Advt 12/2026 Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Group/Nature |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | Level-10 | General Central Service Group "A", Gazetted, Non-Ministerial; permanent; probation 1 year |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel | Level-11 | Group "A" Gazetted, Grade-IV Indian Legal Service; permanent; probation 2 years |
| Law Officer | Level-07 | General Central Service Group "B" Gazetted, Non-Ministerial; permanent; probation 2 years + mandatory 2-week induction training |
| Specialist Grade II (Cardiology) | Level-11 plus NPA | Group "A" Gazetted, Non-Ministerial; permanent; probation 1 year; private practice prohibited (NPA given instead) |
Documents Required
- Matriculation/10th standard certificate or mark sheet showing date of birth
- Degree/Diploma certificate as proof of educational qualification (or provisional certificate plus all mark sheets, if the final certificate is not yet issued)
- Order/letter proving equivalence, if claiming a qualification as "equivalent" to the one prescribed
- Experience certificate(s) in the prescribed proforma from the Head of Organisation/Department, clearly stating dates, pay, and nature of duties (part-time/daily-wage/guest-faculty experience is not counted)
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC) in the prescribed proforma from a competent authority; OBC candidates must also submit a non-creamy-layer declaration as on the closing date
- Disability certificate in the prescribed proforma from a duly constituted Medical Board, for PwBD candidates
- Certificate/document for age relaxation (Ex-servicemen, Central/UT Government employees, or special provisions), as applicable
- Declaration by candidates already in regular Government service, confirming they have informed their Head of Office/Department of this application
- Name-change documents (marriage/remarriage/divorce or other), if applicable
- Certified translation (by a Gazetted Officer or notary) for any document not in Hindi or English
Important Conditions
- Citizenship: Indian citizen, or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee (pre-1962), or a person of Indian origin migrated from certain specified countries with an eligibility certificate from the Government of India
- A candidate applying under UR cannot later claim a reserved category; requests to switch between reserved categories are not entertained; PwBD candidates cannot change their disability sub-category
- Reserved-category candidates who fail to substantiate their claim by the prescribed stage will be considered against unreserved vacancies if they otherwise meet UR conditions
- Mobile phones, smart watches, pen drives, cameras, Bluetooth devices, etc. are strictly banned in the examination/interview hall
- Face authentication and identity verification are mandatory at the examination venue/interview hall
- Scribe facility is available for specified PwBD categories (blindness, both-arms-affected locomotor disability, cerebral palsy automatically; others on production of a medical certificate)
- Furnishing false particulars, impersonation, using unfair means, or misconduct can lead to disqualification, debarment (permanent or for a specified period) from UPSC exams and Central Government employment, and disciplinary/criminal action
- Canvassing in any form will disqualify a candidate
- Outstation candidates called for interview at UPSC are reimbursed travel expenses restricted to Second/Sleeper Class train fare, paid via NEFT/bank transfer
- Summoning for interview does not guarantee selection; UPSC may recommend higher initial pay for meritorious candidates
- For the Law Officer post, GNCTD's own OBC reservation rules apply (a valid GNCTD-recognized OBC certificate, or one traceable to a GNCTD-issued family certificate for those settled in Delhi before 8 September 1993, is required)
More Details
- UPSC Advt 12/2026 Age Limit
- General Age Relaxation (All Posts)
- UPSC Advt 12/2026 Selection Process
Mode of Selection
- Where applications are numerous, UPSC may apply shortlisting criteria: higher desirable qualifications, higher-than-minimum educational qualification, higher-than-minimum relevant experience, experience before/after acquiring essential qualification, experience not otherwise prescribed, or a Recruitment Test
- Minimum level of suitability at interview (out of 100 marks): UR–50, OBC–45, SC/ST/PH–40
- Where an RT precedes the interview, candidates must clear the minimum suitability level at both stages; the RT qualifying level is decided case-by-case by UPSC
- Where an RT/CRT is held, it will ordinarily be conducted at: Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Ranchi, and Visakhapatnam (Leh/Kargil/Srinagar/Delhi for Ladakh UT posts)
- Candidature is provisional at every stage; mere fulfilment of minimum qualification/experience does not guarantee a call for interview
- Where sufficient eligible PwBD candidates are not available for exclusively-reserved posts, the experience requirement (years, not nature) may be relaxed up to 50%
- Selection is by interview, or by a Recruitment Test (RT)/Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) followed by interview, depending on the number of applications received for a post. There is no fixed CBT syllabus published for these posts in the advertisement.
How to Apply for UPSC Advt 12/2026
- Visit upsconline.nic.in and create an account, if not already registered.
- Complete Universal Registration (generates a Universal Registration Number, or URN, common across all UPSC recruitments) and the Common Application Form (CAF).
- Fill the post/vacancy-specific fourth module for the post you are applying to; this generates a post-specific Application Number.
- Upload your photograph and capture a live photo as part of the CAF; sign three times on plain white paper in black ink and upload the signature.
- Upload supporting documents separately against each claim (date of birth, category, qualification, experience, etc.) as individual PDFs – do not upload pay slips, resumes, appointment/relieving letters, or unsigned experience certificates in this module.
- Pay the application fee of ₹25 online (Visa/Master/RuPay Card, UPI, or net banking), if applicable to your category.
- Review all entries carefully – no correction, alteration, or withdrawal is allowed after final submission.
- Submit before the closing date: 16 October 2026, 1800 hrs.
- Take a printout of the finally submitted application; you are not required to send this to UPSC by post, but must bring it (with original documents) if called for interview.
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Frequently asked questions
When does the application for UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 13 Law Officer, JTO and More Posts start?
Online Application Start: 26 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 13 Law Officer, JTO and More Posts?
The last date to apply is 16 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 13 Law Officer, JTO and More Posts?
There are 13 posts in total.
What is the age limit for UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 13 Law Officer, JTO and More Posts?
Post : Age Limit (as on closing date); Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) : 38 years (OBC); +10 years further relaxable for PwBD; Assistant Legislative Counsel : 40 years (UR/EWS), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC); +10 years further relaxable for PwBD; Law Officer : 30 years (UR), 33 years (OBC); +10 years further relaxable for PwBD; Specialist Grade II (Cardiology) : 48 years (OBC); +10 years further relaxable for PwBD; The listed age limit is normal for EWS/UR; relaxed by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD, in respect of vacancies reserved for them; Ex-Servicemen/Commissioned Officers: 5 years' relaxation (subject to at least 6 months' continuous service after attestation as on the closing date); Central/UT Government servants: up to 5 years (10 years for SC/ST, 8 years for OBC posts reserved for them), subject to 3 years' continuous service in an allied cadre; PwBD candidates: 10 years' relaxation (so SC/ST-PwBD get up to 15 years total, OBC-PwBD up to 13 years total), subject to maximum age on closing date not exceeding 56 years; disability must be 40% or more; The maximum age limit for the Law Officer position is 30 years, with admissible age relaxations provided for OBC and other eligible categories.
What is the application fee for UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 13 Law Officer, JTO and More Posts?
Unreserved / OBC / EWS (Male): ₹ 25; Women (all categories) / SC / ST / PwBD: Exempted (Nil).
What qualification is needed for UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 13 Law Officer, JTO and More Posts?
Degree in Science or Engineering from a recognized University/Institute, with Associateship in Sugar Technology OR Post-graduate Diploma in Sugar Technology | Experience: 3 years' teaching/research/advisory experience in Sugar Technology, OR 3 years' practical experience in a sugar factory in a managerial capacity | Desirable: M.Sc. (Chemistry) or M.Tech (Sugar Technology); experience in drafting/…
What is the selection process for UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 13 Law Officer, JTO and More Posts?
Where applications are numerous, UPSC may apply shortlisting criteria: higher desirable qualifications, higher-than-minimum educational qualification, higher-than-minimum relevant experience, experience before/after acquiring essential qualification, experience not otherwise prescribed, or a Recruitment Test, Minimum level of suitability at interview (out of 100 marks): UR–50, OBC–45, SC/ST/PH–40, Where an RT precedes the interview, candidates must clear the minimum suitability level at both stages; the RT qualifying level is decided case-by-case by UPSC, Where an RT/CRT is held, it will ordinarily be conducted at: Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Ranchi, and Visakhapatnam (Leh/Kargil/Srinagar/Delhi for Ladakh UT posts), Candidature is provisional at every stage; mere fulfilment of minimum qualification/experience does not guarantee a call for interview, Where sufficient eligible PwBD candidates are not available for exclusively-reserved posts, the experience requirement (years, not nature) may be relaxed up to 50%, Selection is by interview, or by a Recruitment Test (RT)/Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) followed by interview, depending on the number of applications received for a post. There is no fixed CBT syllabus published for these posts in the advertisement.