The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
has officially released Advertisement No. 02/2026, announcing
recruitment for various high-level officer positions. The objective of this
recruitment drive is to fill 16 vacancies across several prestigious
departments—including the Zoological Survey of India and the Department of
Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
If you are aspiring to build a career within
the central government, this presents a significant opportunity. The online
application process is currently open; however, time is running short, as the
application deadline is fast approaching.
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Table of Contents
1. Overview of UPSC Advertisement No. 02/2026
2. Post-Wise Vacancy Details
3. Eligibility Criteria & Pay Scale
4. Selection Process
5. Application Fee
6. How to Apply Online
7. Important Dates & Links
8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Overview of UPSC Advertisement No. 02/2026 {#overview}
The UPSC is inviting applications for
specialised roles that require specific educational backgrounds and
professional experience. These positions are distributed across the Ministry
of Culture, the Ministry of Defence, and the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal
Husbandry, and Dairying.
- Total Posts: 16.
- Job Location: All India (based on the department).
- Last Date to Apply: 01 May 2026 (18:00 hrs).
Post-Wise Vacancy
Details {#vacancy-details}
The 16 vacancies are categorised under three distinct
professional roles:
|
Post
Name |
Department
/ Ministry |
Total
Vacancies |
|
Assistant
Keeper |
Anthropological
Survey of India (Ministry of Culture) |
01 |
|
Senior
Store Officer Grade-II |
DRDO
(Ministry of Defence) |
07 |
|
Livestock
Officer |
Dept of
Animal Husbandry and Dairying |
08 |
Eligibility
Criteria & Pay Scale {#eligibility}
Each post has specific requirements regarding
education, experience, and age.
1.
Assistant Keeper
- Education: Master's Degree in Anthropology plus a Diploma in Museology.
- Age Limit: Up to 30 years for UR candidates.
- Pay Scale: Level-07 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
2.
Senior Store Officer Grade-II
- Education: Master's or Bachelor's Degree in Economics, Commerce, Statistics,
Business Studies, or Public Administration.
- Requirement: Diploma in Materials Management, Warehousing,
Purchasing, Logistics, or Public Procurement.
- Experience: 02 years of relevant experience.
- Age Limit: 35 (UR), 38 (OBC), 49 (SC), and 45 (PwBD).
- Pay Scale: Level 10 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
3.
Livestock Officer
- Education: Bachelor's Degree in Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry.
- Requirement: Valid registration with the Veterinary Council.
- Experience: 03 years of experience in the field.
- Age Limit: 35 (EWS), 38 (OBC), and 40 (SC/ST).
- Pay Scale: Level 10 + NPA (Non-Practicing
Allowance).
Selection Process
{#selection}
The sources state that the selection process
involves two primary stages:
1. Recruitment Test (RT) / Written Examination: To shortlist candidates based on merit.
2. Interview / Personality Test: The final stage of selection.
Minimum Qualifying Marks for
Interview (out of 100):
- UR:
50 marks.
- OBC:
45 marks.
- SC/ST/PwBD: 40 marks.
Application Fee
{#fee}
- General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates: ₹25/-.
- Female / SC / ST / PwBD Candidates: Exempted (no
fee).
- Payment Mode: Online via Visa/Master/Rupay card, UPI, or
Internet banking.
How to Apply
Online {#how-to-apply}
Interested candidates must use the UPSC
ORA (Online Recruitment Application) portal. Follow these steps:
1. Registration: Visit upsconline.nic.in and register or log in.
2. Fill Form:
Complete the application with personal, educational, and experience details.
3. Upload Documents: Upload a recent passport-size photo and signature.
4. ID Proof:
Provide details of a photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, etc.).
5. Fee Payment: Pay the ₹25 fee online (if applicable).
6. Final Submission: Submit the form before the deadline and print the
final application for your records.
Important Dates
& Links {#links}
- Opening Date: 10 April 2026.
- Closing Date: 01 May 2026 (until 18:00 hrs).
- Download Notification: Click Here
- Official Website: upsconline.nic.in
- Apply Online: Click Here
Frequently Asked
Questions (FAQS) {#faqs}
Q1: How many total vacancies are there in
UPSC Advertisement 02/2026?
There are a total of 16 vacancies.
Q2: What is the last date to apply?
The last date for submission is 01 May
2026, at 18:00 hrs.
Q3: Can female candidates apply for free?
Yes, female candidates are exempt from
paying the application fee.
Q4: Is there a recruitment test for these
posts?
Yes, the selection process includes a recruitment test (RT) followed by an interview.
Q5: What is the age limit for the livestock officer post?
The age limit varies by category: 35 for EWS,
38 for OBC, and 40 for SC/ST.
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