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Assistant Executive Engineer , Assistant Director (Engineering), Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch), Research Officer, Horticulture Development Officer, Soil Conservation Assistant

UPSC · India

Total vacancies34
Minimum qualificationEngineering Degree / Master's Degree / Bachelor's Degree
Job locationIndia
Application modeonline
Advertisement no.10/2026

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UPSC is recruiting for Assistant Executive Engineer , Assistant Director (Engineering), Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch), Research Officer, Horticulture Development Officer, Soil Conservation Assistant with 34 advertised vacancies. The application deadline recorded for this recruitment is 28-08-26. Candidates should confirm the post-wise qualification, age, experience and category conditions before applying.

OrganisationUPSC
PostsAssistant Executive Engineer , Assistant Director (Engineering), Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch), Research Officer, Horticulture Development Officer, Soil Conservation Assistant
Vacancies34
QualificationEngineering Degree / Master's Degree / Bachelor's Degree
LocationIndia
Last date28-08-26

Post-wise opening

Vacancy and eligibility details

PostVacanciesQualificationAgePay scale
Post 1Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)
1 (OBC-01)
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.
38 years for OBC; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD
Level-10 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Post 2Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics)
9 (UR-04, OBC-03, SC-01, ST-01, PwBD-01)
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.
35 years for UR; 38 years for OBC; 40 years for SC; 40 years for ST; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD
Level-10 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Post 3Assistant Director (Engineering)
1 (UR-01)
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from 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.
30 years for UR; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD
Level-07 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Post 4Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch)
1 (UR-01)
Master's Degree in Law OR Bachelor's Degree in Law from a recognised University; with relevant experience in legal affairs/translation/drafting; Hindi medium or Hindi as subject in Secondary School Examination.
35 years for UR; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD
Level-10 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Post 5Research Officer
11 (UR-07, EWS-01, OBC-02, SC-01, PwBD-01)
Master's Degree in Geography/Geology/Applied Geology/Geoinformatics/GIS and Remote Sensing/Geomatics/Geospatial Technology from a recognised University; Five years' experience in Geographical and Cartographical Teaching or Research.
35 years for UR; 35 years for EWS; 38 years for OBC; 40 years for SC; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD
Level-10 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Post 6Horticulture Development Officer
4 (ST-04)
Bachelor in Horticulture Science or Bachelor in Agriculture Science.
40 years for ST; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD
Level-08 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
Post 7Soil Conservation Assistant
7 (ST-07)
BSc Agriculture or BSc Horticulture OR BSc/MSc Soil Science OR BE/BTech in Agricultural Engineering from a recognized University or Institute.
40 years for ST; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD
Level-08 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC

Eligibility at a glance

Can you apply?

QualificationEngineering Degree / Master's Degree / Bachelor's DegreeSee the post-wise table above for the exact degree, subject and experience required for each post.
Age limitAssistant Executive Engineer (Civil): 38 years for OBC; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD; Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics): 35 years for UR; 38 years for OBC; 40 years for SC; 40 years for ST; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD; Assistant Director (Engineering): 30 years for UR; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD; Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch): 35 years for UR; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD; Research Officer: 35 years for UR; 35 years for EWS; 38 years for OBC; 40 years for SC; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD; Horticulture Development Officer: 40 years for ST; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD; Soil Conservation Assistant: 40 years for ST; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD
Application fee
  • General/OBC/EWS (Male): Rs. 25/-
  • SC/ST/PwBD/Women (All Categories): Nil (Exempted)
Salary / pay scaleAssistant Executive Engineer (Civil): Level-10 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC; Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics): Level-10 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC; Assistant Director (Engineering): Level-07 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC; Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch): Level-10 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC; Research Officer: Level-10 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC; Horticulture Development Officer: Level-08 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC; Soil Conservation Assistant: Level-08 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
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Only verified facts are shown.Conditions that could not be read reliably are omitted here; check the official advertisement for category relaxation, experience and cut-off-date rules.

Deadline watch

Important dates

17 DAYS LEFT28-08-26
Information last updated12 August 2026
Application closing date28-08-26

Recruitment journey

Selection process

  1. 1Recruitment by Selection through Interview.
  2. 2In the event of a large number of applications, the Commission may adopt short-listing criteria to restrict candidates called for interview by: (a) Desirable Qualifications; (b) Higher educational qualifications; (c) Higher experience; (d) Counting experience before/after essential qualifications; (e) Holding a Recruitment Test (RT).
  3. 3Minimum level of suitability in interviews: UR – 50 marks, OBC – 45 marks, SC/ST/PH – 40 marks (out of 100).
  4. 4In cases where selection is made by Recruitment Test (RT) followed by interview, candidates must achieve minimum suitability at both stages.
  5. 5Face authentication will be conducted at the examination venue/Interview Hall.

Application guide

How to apply

  1. Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/
  2. Create an account and complete Universal Registration to obtain a Universal Registration Number (URN).
  3. Fill up the Common Application Form (CAF) including uploading photograph and capturing live photograph.
  4. Fill up the post/vacancy specific module for the desired post.
  5. Upload all required documents/certificates in PDF format (Date of Birth proof, Educational Qualifications, Experience Certificates, Caste Certificate, Disability Certificate, etc.).
  6. Pay the application fee of Rs. 25/- online via Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Internet Banking (SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates are exempted).
  7. Submit the application before the closing date and take a printout of the submitted application.
  8. Candidates are advised to use their Aadhaar Card as the ID document for verification.
Documents and additional conditions

Other Important Information: Advertisement No.: 10/2026 Citizenship: Candidates must be citizens of India or eligible as per specified categories (Nepal/Bhutan subjects, Tibetan refugees, persons of Indian origin from specified countries). PwBD Candidates: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities with 40% or more disability are eligible to apply for suitable posts even if not reserved for them; they will be considered on general merit. Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years; OBC – 3 years; PwBD – 10 years; Ex-Servicemen – 5 years; Central Govt. Employees – 5 years (additional relaxations as applicable). Probation Period: 1 year for AEE (Civil), AEE (Electronics), Superintendent Translation, Research Officer; 2 years for Assistant Director (Engineering), Horticulture Development Officer, Soil Conservation Assistant. Headquarters: Noida (UP) for AEE posts; New Delhi for Assistant Director (Engineering) and Superintendent Translation; Kolkata for Research Officer; UT of Ladakh for Horticulture Development Officer and Soil Conservation Assistant. Domicile Requirement (UT of Ladakh posts): Recruitment for Horticulture Development Officer and Soil Conservation Assistant is exclusively for Domiciles of UT of Ladakh as per Ladakh Civil Services Decentralization and Recruitment Rules, 2025. Application Fee: Rs. 25/- for General/OBC/EWS male candidates; Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates. Helpline: 011-24041001 or 011-40303444; Email: upscsoap@nic.in; Operational 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM on working days. Mobile Phones Banned: Use of mobile phones, pagers, or any electronic/communication devices is strictly prohibited in the examination/interview hall. Recruitment Test Centres: Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Ranchi, Visakhapatnam. For UT of Ladakh posts: Leh, Kargil, Srinagar, and Delhi. Scribe Facility: Available for PwBD candidates in categories of blindness, locomotor disability (both arms affected) and cerebral palsy; other PwBD categories may avail on production of certificate from CMO/Civil Surgeon.

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qualification DetailsOfficial document

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.; Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics): Degree in Telecommunications/Electronics Engineering/Electronics and Communications Engineering from a recognized University or equiva

age LimitOfficial document

Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil): 38 years for OBC; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD; Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics): 35 years for UR; 38 years for OBC; 40 years for SC; 40 years for ST; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD; Assistant Director (Engineering): 30 years for UR; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD; Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch): 35 years for UR; relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD;

application FeeOfficial document

General/OBC/EWS (Male): Rs. 25/-; SC/ST/PwBD/Women (All Categories): Nil (Exempted)

salaryOfficial document

Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil): Level-10 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC; Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics): Level-10 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC; Assistant Director (Engineering): Level-07 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC; Superintendent Translation (Hindi Branch): Level-10 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC; Research Officer: Level-10 in Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC; Horticulture Development Officer: Level-08 in Pa

selection ProcessOfficial document

Recruitment by Selection through Interview.; In the event of a large number of applications, the Commission may adopt short-listing criteria to restrict candidates called for interview by: (a) Desirable Qualifications; (b) Higher educational qualifications; (c) Higher experience; (d) Counting experience before/after essential qualifications; (e) Holding a Recruitment Test (RT).; Minimum level of suitability in interv

17 DAYS LEFT28-08-26
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