UPSC Recruitment 2026: 212 Assistant Public Prosecutor & Other Posts – Exciting Apply Online Opportunity!

UPSC Recruitment 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released a recruitment notification for 212 vacancies in various posts, including Assistant Public Prosecutor, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor, Specialist Grade II, Assistant Editor and Law Officer posts. Among these, 140 vacancies are available for Assistant Public Prosecutor posts. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official UPSC recruitment portal. Candidates applying for the Assistant Public Prosecutor post must have a Degree in Law from a recognized University/Institute along with the prescribed professional experience. Interested candidates should check the post-wise eligibility requirements before submitting their application.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

The UPSC recruitment notification contains 212 vacancies across different posts. The post-wise vacancy details are given below.

UPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Eligibility 2026

Educational Qualification;

• Specialist Grade III Assist Professor (Anatomy) – Essential: Post-Graduate degree in the concerned speciality or super-speciality mentioned in Section A of Schedule VI from recognized Teaching Institute i.e. Master of Surgery (Anatomy); or Doctor of Medicine (Anatomy); or Diplomate National Board (Anatomy); or Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery with Master of Science (Anatomy); or Master of Science (Medical Anatomy) with Doctor of Philosophy (Medical Anatomy); or Master of Science (Medical Anatomy) with Doctor of Science (Medical Anatomy). • Experience: At least three years’ teaching experience as Senior Resident or Tutor or Demonstrator or Registrar or Assist Professor or Lecturer in the concerned Specialty or Super 3 Specialty in a recognized teaching institution after obtaining the first Post Graduate degree.
• Specialist Grade III Assist Professor (General Medicine) – Essential: A recognized MBBS degree qualification included in the First Schedule or Second Schedule or Part II of the Third Schedule (other than licentiate qualifications) to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (102 of 1956). Holders of Educational qualifications included in Part II of the Third Schedule should also fulfill the conditions specified in sub-section (3) of section 13 of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (102 of 1956). 6 (ii) Post-Graduate degree in the concerned speciality or super speciality mentioned in Section A of Schedule VI from recognized Teaching Institute i.e. Doctor of Medicine (Medicine); or Doctor of Medicine (General Medicine); or Diplomate National Board (Medicine/ General Medicine). Experience: At least three years’ teaching experience as Senior Resident or Tutor or Demonstrator or Registrar or Assist Professor or Lecturer in the concerned Specialty or Super Specialty in a recognized teaching institution after obtaining the first Post Graduate degree.
• Assistant Editor – Essential: Bachelors’ Degree in Journalism or Mass Communication from any recognised University or Institute; Or Bachelors’ degree with Economics or Statistics or English as a subject and possessing a diploma in Journalism or Mass-Communication of at least one year from a recognised University or Institute.  Experience: Three years’ experience of editing and publishing works in book publishing field in publishing house or Newspaper or News agency or publicity organisation or Government organisation.
• Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Anaesthesiology – Essential: A recognized medical qualification included in the first or second schedule or Part-II of the third schedule (other than licentiate qualification) to the Indian Medical Council Act 1956. Holders of educational qualification included in Part II of the Third Schedule should also fulfill the conditions stipulated in sub section (3) of Section (13) of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956. 12 (ii) Post graduate degree/diploma in the concerned specialty mentioned in Schedule VI or equivalent (ie Post Graduate Degree Qualification M.D. (Anesthesiology), M.S. (Anesthesiology), D.A: (two years Course). F.F.A.R.C.S. (By examination), Specialty Board of Anesthesiology (USA) OR Post Graduate Diploma Qualification – D.A.) • Experience: Three years’ experience in the concerned specialty after obtaining the post graduate degree or five years’ experience after obtaining the post graduate diploma.
• Specialist Grade-II (Junior Scale) – Pediatrics – Essential: A recognized medical qualification included in the first or second schedule or Part-II of the third schedule (other than licentiate qualification) to the Indian Medical Council Act 1956. Holders of educational qualification included in Part II of the Third Schedule should also fulfill the conditions stipulated in sub section (3) of Section (13) of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956. (ii) Post graduate degree/diploma in the concerned specialty mentioned in Schedule VI or equivalent (i.e. Post Graduate Degree Qualification – M.D. (Paediatrics) or Post Graduate Diploma Qualification Diploma Paed. D.C.H.) • Experience: Three years’ experience in the concerned specialty after obtaining the post graduate degree or five years’ experience after obtaining the post graduate diploma.
• Assistant Public Prosecutor – Essential: Degree in law from a recognized University / Institute. Experience: Three years’ experience at the bar. Desirable: Experience as a
• Public Law Officer – government advocate.  Essential: A bachelor’s Degree in Law (Professional or integrated) from a university established by Law in India having two years actual practice at bar to be certified by the Principal District and Sessions Judge concerned or Registrar General of the Honorable High Court concerned or Supreme Court.

Age Limit

• Specialist Grade III Assist Professor (Anatomy) – 40 Years for UR/EWS, 45 Years for SC
• Specialist Grade III Assist Professor (General Medicine) – 40 Years for UR/EWS, 43 Years OBC, 45 Years for SC/ST
• Assistant Editor – 30 Years for UR, 35 Years for SC
• Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Anaesthesiology – 50 Years for ST
• Specialist Grade-II (Junior Scale) – Pediatrics – 5 Years for UR/EWS
• Assistant Public Prosecutor – 35 Years for UR/EWS, 38 Years OBC, 40 Years for SC/ST
• Public Law Officer – government advocate. – Maximum 40 Years

Age Relaxation

Age relaxation is applicable to eligible candidates belonging to reserved and other categories as per the Government of India rules and UPSC recruitment provisions.

• SC/ST candidates – +5 Years
• OBC candidates – +3 Years
• UR candidates – +10 Years

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Salary

The salary and pay level differ according to the post. The Assistant Public Prosecutor post carries Pay Level-10 under the 7th Central Pay Commission.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

The application fee for the recruitment is as follows:

Candidates should follow the fee payment instructions available in the UPSC online application portal.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

The selection process for the advertised posts will be conducted by the Union Public Service Commission. Depending on the number of applications received and the requirements of the post, UPSC may shortlist candidates and conduct a Recruitment Test before the interview.

The selection process may include:

1. Shortlisting of Applications
2. Recruitment Test, if conducted
3. Interview
4. Final Selection

Only candidates who satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions and are shortlisted by the Commission will be called for the subsequent stages.

UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official UPSC online recruitment portal. Follow the steps given below:

1. Visit the official UPSC website.
2. Open the online recruitment/application section.
3. Complete the required registration process.
4. Complete the Common Application Form with the required details.
5. Select Advertisement No. 11/2026.
6. Select the post for which you are eligible.
7. Enter your educational qualification and experience details.
8. Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
9. Pay the applicable application fee.
10. Verify all the details entered in the application form.
11. Submit the application before the last date.
12. Download or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

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UPSC Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

1. How many vacancies are available in UPSC Recruitment 2026?

A total of 212 vacancies are available under UPSC Advertisement No. 11/2026.

2. How many Assistant Public Prosecutor vacancies are available?

There are 140 Assistant Public Prosecutor vacancies.

3. What is the qualification for Assistant Public Prosecutor?

Candidates should have a Degree in Law from a recognized University or Institution along with the prescribed experience.

4. Is Bar experience required for the APP post?

Yes. The Assistant Public Prosecutor post requires three years of experience at the Bar.

5. What is the salary for Assistant Public Prosecutor?

The Assistant Public Prosecutor post carries Pay Level-10 under the 7th CPC.

6. What is the age limit for the APP post?

The reported upper age limit for the applicable unreserved category is 35 years. Category-wise relaxation is applicable as per Government rules.

7. What is the application fee?

The applicable fee is ₹25 for eligible non-exempt male candidates. Female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted from the fee as applicable.

8. What is the last date to apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026?

The last date for most posts, including Assistant Public Prosecutor, is 02 October 2026 at 6:00 PM.

9. What is the selection process?

The selection may involve shortlisting, Recruitment Test if conducted, and interview, depending on the post and number of applications.

10. How can I apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official UPSC online recruitment portal before the prescribed closing date.