UPSC Specialist, Assistant Public Prosecutor & Law Officer Recruitment 2026 – 212 Posts

Post Date / Update: 14 September 2026

Short Information

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 11/2026 for recruitment to various specialist, legal and other professional posts. The recruitment includes 212 vacancies for Assistant Public Prosecutor, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor, Assistant Editor, Specialist Grade II and Public Law Officer/District Litigation Officer/Law Officer posts.

Eligible candidates can apply online from 12 September 2026 to 2 October 2026, up to 6:00 PM. Candidates should read the complete UPSC advertisement before applying to verify the post-specific qualification, experience, age limit and selection procedure.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Key Details

• Recruiting Organization: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
• Advertisement No.: 11/2026
• Total Vacancies: 212
• Application Mode: Online
• Application Start Date: 12 September 2026
• Last Date: 2 October 2026, up to 6:00 PM
• Examination: As per UPSC schedule
• Job Location: As per the respective post/department

Vacancy Details

Assistant Public Prosecutor – 140 Posts

• UR: 50
• OBC: 37
• EWS: 14
• SC: 30
• ST: 9
• Total: 140

Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor – General Medicine – 60 Posts

• UR: 13
• OBC: 30
• EWS: 10
• SC: 5
• ST: 2
• Total: 60

Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor – Anatomy – 4 Posts

• UR: 1
• OBC: 0
• EWS: 1
• SC: 2
• ST: 0
• Total: 4

Assistant Editor – 2 Posts

• UR: 1
• OBC: 0
• EWS: 0
• SC: 1
• ST: 0
• Total: 2

Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Anaesthesiology – 1 Post

• ST: 1
• Total: 1

Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Pediatrics – 1 Post

• EWS: 1
• Total: 1

Public Law Officer / District Litigation Officer / Law Officer – 4 Posts

• ST: 4
• Total: 4

Grand Total: 212 Posts

Educational Qualification

Qualifications are post-specific. They include LLB for legal posts, MBBS with postgraduate medical qualifications for specialist posts, and Journalism/Mass Communication or specified alternative qualifications for Assistant Editor. Candidates must check the official UPSC Advertisement No. 11/2026 for the complete qualification requirements.

Required Experience

Experience varies by post. Assistant Public Prosecutor requires 3 years of Bar experience, while the Public/District Litigation/Law Officer post requires 2 years of Bar practice. Specialist medical posts require prescribed post-PG experience, and Assistant Editor requires 3 years' editing and publishing experience.

Post-Wise Eligibility

1. Assistant Public Prosecutor – 140 Posts

• Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB).
• 3 years' experience at the Bar.
• Age Limit: 35 Years.

2. Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor – General Medicine – 60 Posts

• MBBS with a postgraduate degree in Medicine/General Medicine.
• 3 years' teaching experience.
• Age Limit: 40 Years.

3. Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor – Anatomy – 4 Posts

• Master of Surgery in Anatomy/Medical Anatomy.
• 3 years' teaching experience.
• Age Limit: 40 Years.

4. Assistant Editor – 2 Posts

Candidates should have either:

• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or Mass Communication, OR
• Bachelor's Degree with Economics, Statistics or English as a subject along with a Diploma in Journalism or Mass Communication.

Experience:

• 3 years' experience in editing and publishing works.
• Maximum Age: 30 Years.

5. Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Anaesthesiology – 1 Post

• Postgraduate medical qualification in Anaesthesiology, OR prescribed PG Diploma in Anaesthesiology.
• Experience: 3 years after PG Degree or 5 years after PG Diploma.
• Age Limit: 50 Years for ST candidate as specified in the supplied details.

6. Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Pediatrics – 1 Post

• MD in Paediatrics, OR
• Prescribed PG Diploma qualification such as DCH.
• Experience: 3 years after PG Degree or 5 years after PG Diploma.
• Age Limit: 45 Years for EWS candidate as specified in the supplied details.

7. Public Law Officer / District Litigation Officer / Law Officer – 4 Posts

• Bachelor's Degree in Law.
• 2 years' practice at the Bar.
• Age Limit: 40 Years for ST candidate as specified in the supplied details.

Age Limit

The supplied recruitment information indicates a general age range of 18 to 30–50 years, depending on the post. Specific limits mentioned are:

• Assistant Public Prosecutor: 35 Years
• Specialist Grade III – General Medicine: 40 Years
• Specialist Grade III – Anatomy: 40 Years
• Assistant Editor: 30 Years
• Specialist Grade II – Anaesthesiology: 50 Years for ST as specified
• Specialist Grade II – Pediatrics: 45 Years for EWS as specified
• Public/District Litigation/Law Officer: 40 Years for ST as specified

Age relaxation will be applicable according to UPSC rules.

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: ₹25
• SC / ST / PwD: No Fee
• All Category Female Candidates: No Fee

The supplied information states that the fee can be paid through the prescribed online/offline payment facility.

Salary / Pay Scale

The supplied recruitment details do not provide the post-wise salary/pay levels. Candidates should refer to UPSC Advertisement No. 11/2026 for the applicable pay scale, level and allowances for each post.

Selection Process

The detailed selection procedure may vary according to the number of applications and individual post requirements. Candidates should refer to the official UPSC advertisement for information regarding shortlisting, recruitment test, interview and document verification, wherever applicable.

Important Dates

• Application Begins: 12 September 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 2 October 2026, up to 6:00 PM
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 2 October 2026
• Examination: As per UPSC schedule
• Admit Card: Before Examination

How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official UPSC online application portal.
2. Read Advertisement No. 11/2026 carefully.
3. Complete the required registration process.
4. Log in and select the relevant recruitment application.
5. Choose the post for which you satisfy the prescribed eligibility requirements.
6. Enter your personal, educational and professional details.
7. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
8. Pay the applicable fee, if required.
9. Review all information carefully before final submission.
10. Submit the application before 2 October 2026, 6:00 PM.
11. Save or print the final submitted application for future reference.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready, wherever applicable:

• Recent photograph
• Signature
• Educational qualification certificates
• Degree/PG qualification documents
• Experience certificates
• Bar practice certificate for applicable legal posts
• Medical registration/related documents for applicable medical posts
• Valid ID proof
• Category certificate, if applicable
• PwD certificate, if applicable
• Other documents prescribed by UPSC

Important Instructions

• Carefully check the post-specific educational qualification and experience before applying.
• Legal and medical posts have different professional eligibility requirements.
• Ensure that the experience claimed in the application is supported by valid documents.
• Candidates should verify the age condition applicable to their category and post.
• Complete the application and fee payment within the prescribed deadline.
• Check all entries before final submission.
• Keep a copy of the submitted application and payment record.
• Selection procedure and examination requirements may differ between posts.
• Read the complete official UPSC Advertisement No. 11/2026 before submitting the application.

Official Website / Apply Link

UPSC Official Website: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

UPSC Online Application Portal: UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA)

Application Begin : 12/09/2026 Last Date for Apply Online : 02/10/2026 upto 06 PM Pay Exam Fee Last Date : 02/10/2026 Exam Date : As per Schedule Admit Card Available : Before Exam

Recent photograph Signature Educational qualification certificates Degree/PG qualification documents Experience certificates Bar practice certificate for applicable legal posts Medical registration/related documents for applicable medical posts Valid ID proof Category certificate, if applicable PwD certificate, if applicable Other documents prescribed by UPSC

Visit the official UPSC online application portal. Read Advertisement No. 11/2026 carefully. Complete the required registration process. Log in and select the relevant recruitment application. Choose the post for which you satisfy the prescribed eligibility requirements. Enter your personal, educational and professional details. Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents. Pay the applicable fee, if required. Review all information carefully before final submission. Submit the application before 2 October 2026, 6:00 PM. Save or print the final submitted application for future reference.