UPSC Advt No. 12/2026: 13 Vacancies for Assistant Legislative Counsel, Law Officer and More, Apply by 16 October
UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026 invites online applications for 13 vacancies across 4 posts, including 8 Assistant Legislative Counsel posts. The fee is ₹25 and the last date is 16 October 2026, 6 PM, on upsconline.nic.in.
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UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026: Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has published Advertisement No. 12/2026 inviting Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) for 13 vacancies across 4 posts through recruitment by selection. The posts are in the National Sugar Institute (Kanpur), the Legislative Department of the Ministry of Law and Justice, the Land and Building Department of the Government of NCT of Delhi, and the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC). Online applications started on 26 September 2026 and the last date is 16 October 2026 (6:00 PM), so only a few days are left.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement | No. 12/2026 |
| Total posts / vacancies | 4 posts / 13 vacancies |
| Mode of recruitment | Recruitment by selection (shortlisting and interview; Recruitment Test if decided by UPSC) |
| Application mode | Online only at upsconline.nic.in |
| Application fee | ₹25 (nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Women) |
| Last date | 16 October 2026, 6:00 PM |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online applications open | 26 September 2026 |
| Closing date for ORA (and date for deciding eligibility) | 16 October 2026, 1800 hrs |
| Fee payment | Online, up to the closing date/time |
| Interview date | To be intimated separately |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| No. | Post | Department | Vacancies | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) Vacancy No. 26091201626 | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur, Department of Food & Public Distribution | 1 (OBC-1) | Level-10 | 38 years (OBC) |
| 2 | Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV of Indian Legal Service) Vacancy No. 26091202226 | Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice | 8 (UR-4, EWS-1, OBC-2, SC-1); 1 reserved for PwBD | Level-11 | 40 (UR/EWS), 43 (OBC), 45 (SC) |
| 3 | Law Officer Vacancy No. 26091203226 | Land and Building Department, Govt. of NCT of Delhi | 3 (UR-2, OBC-1); 1 reserved for PwBD | Level-7 | 30 (UR), 33 (OBC) |
| 4 | Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology Vacancy No. 26091204526 | New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) | 1 (OBC-1) | Level-11 plus NPA | 48 years (OBC) |
For posts 1 and 4, the post is not reserved for PwBD but is suitable for PwBD candidates. For all four posts, the age limit is further relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD candidates.
Post-wise Eligibility, Duties and Service Details
1. Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology)
- Education: Degree in Science or Engineering with Associateship in Sugar Technology, or Post-graduate Diploma in Sugar Technology, from a recognised University/Institute.
- Experience: Three years in teaching, research or advisory work in Sugar Technology, or three 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.
- Service: Permanent, General Central Service Group "A" Gazetted, Non-Ministerial. Probation 1 year. Headquarters Kanpur (liable to serve anywhere in India).
2. Assistant Legislative Counsel (ILS Grade IV)
- Education/experience: Degree in Law, and one of these: member of a State Judicial Service for at least 7 years; held a superior post in a State legal department for at least 7 years; Central Government servant with at least 7 years' experience in legal affairs; Master's in Law with 5 years' teaching or research experience in Law; or a qualified legal practitioner (not less than 30 years of age; practice of at least 7 years as advocate/pleader).
- Desirable: Experience in legislative drafting.
- Duties: Legislative drafting, scrutiny of statutory rules and orders.
- Service: Permanent, Group "A" Gazetted, Grade-IV of Indian Legal Service. Probation 2 years. Headquarters New Delhi. The post is suitable for PwBD category ASD (Mild).
3. Law Officer (GNCTD)
- Education: Degree in Law from a recognised Institute/University.
- Experience: Two years in legal work as a Legal Practitioner, or two years in legal work in a Government office.
- Duties: Assisting the Government Advocate in writ petitions in the High Court and Supreme Court on land acquisition and alternative plot matters; conducting land acquisition cases and civil suits in Delhi courts.
- Service: Permanent, General Central Service Group "B" Gazetted, Non-Ministerial. Probation 2 years with a mandatory induction training of at least two weeks. Headquarters Land & Building Department, Delhi.
4. Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology (NDMC)
- Education: A recognised medical qualification under the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (other than licentiate), and a post-graduate degree in the speciality, i.e. D.M. (Cardiology).
- Experience: Three years in the speciality after the post-graduate degree.
- Duties: Patient care, research and guidance in the speciality.
- Service: Permanent, Group "A" Gazetted, Non-Ministerial. Probation 1 year. Private practice is prohibited; Non-Practising Allowance (NPA) is allowed.
UPSC may relax qualifications, at its discretion, for candidates who are otherwise well qualified.
Age Relaxation
- Upper age is relaxed by up to 10 years for PwBD candidates (as stated for each post).
- Ex-Servicemen and Commissioned Officers including ECOs/SSCOs: 5 years, subject to the conditions in the advertisement.
- Central/UT Government servants: up to 5 years, for those with 3 years' continuous service in the same line or allied cadre, as decided by the Commission.
- The closing date (16 October 2026) is the date for deciding eligibility in every respect.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS male candidates | ₹25 |
| Female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates | Nil (exempted) |
The fee can be paid by Visa/Master/RuPay credit or debit card, UPI, or internet banking of any bank. Applications without the fee will be rejected, and the fee is not refundable.
Selection Process
This is recruitment by selection. If many applications are received, UPSC will shortlist candidates for interview using one or more methods, such as desirable qualifications, higher qualifications or higher experience than the minimum, or by holding a Recruitment Test (RT). Minimum interview suitability marks (out of 100) are UR 50, OBC 45, and SC/ST/PH 40. Where an RT is held, candidates must reach the minimum level at both the RT and the interview. The interview schedule will be e-mailed to candidates and posted on the UPSC website.
How to Apply for UPSC Advt. No. 12/2026 (ORA)
- Go to upsconline.nic.in before 6:00 PM on 16 October 2026.
- Complete the common modules: Account Creation, Universal Registration (you get a Universal Registration Number, URN) and the Common Application Form. UPSC strongly advises using your Aadhaar Card as the ID document.
- Open the post-specific module for Advertisement No. 12/2026 and select the vacancy you want.
- Fill in your qualifications and experience, including any beyond the minimum, as these may be used for shortlisting. Upload the required documents.
- Pay ₹25 online (if not exempted) and submit. Note your post-specific Application Number along with the URN.
- Take a printout of the finally submitted application. Do not post it to UPSC; bring it with your documents if called for interview.
Applications cannot be withdrawn after submission. All communication will be by e-mail, so give a correct, active e-mail ID.
Important Official Links
| Link | Official URL |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. 12/2026 (English PDF) | upsc.gov.in |
| Advertisement page on UPSC What's New | upsc.gov.in |
| Apply online (ORA) | upsconline.nic.in |
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026?
13 vacancies across 4 posts: Junior Technical Officer (1), Assistant Legislative Counsel (8), Law Officer (3) and Specialist Grade II Cardiology (1).
What is the last date to apply?
16 October 2026, up to 6:00 PM, on upsconline.nic.in.
What is the application fee?
₹25. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates do not pay any fee.
What is the pay for Assistant Legislative Counsel?
Level-11 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The Cardiology Specialist post is also Level-11, plus NPA.
Will there be a written exam?
Selection is mainly by interview. UPSC may shortlist candidates or hold a Recruitment Test if it receives a large number of applications.
Can I send a printout of my application to UPSC?
No. Bring the printout and documents only if you are called for interview.
Conclusion
UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026 offers 13 Group A and Group B vacancies for law graduates, sugar technologists and cardiologists. With the window closing at 6:00 PM on 16 October 2026, eligible candidates should check the detailed advertisement and finish their ORA on upsconline.nic.in without delay.
References
- https://www.upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/AdvtNo-12-2026-Engl-250926_0.pdf – UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026 (English), online applications from 26-09-2026 to 16-10-2026
- https://www.upsc.gov.in/whats-new/12%20-%202026 – UPSC What's New: Advertisement No. 12 - 2026 (page last updated 09 Oct 2026)
- https://upsconline.nic.in – UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal