UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026: 13 Posts – Assistant Legislative Counsel, Law Officer & Others
- Last Date
- 16 Oct 2026
- Total Posts
- 13
- Apply Mode
- Online
- Job Type
- Permanent
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Advertisement No. 12/2026, inviting online applications for 13 vacancies across four posts: Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology), Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, Indian Legal Service), Law Officer (GNCTD) and Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology (NDMC). Online applications on upsconline.nic.in open on 26 September 2026 and close at 6:00 PM on 16 October 2026. The fee is just Rs 25, and women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempt.
UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026 – Highlights
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Vacancy No. | Post | Department | Posts | Reservation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26091201626 | Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur, Dept. of Food & Public Distribution | 1 | OBC-01 |
| 26091202226 | Assistant Legislative Counsel (Grade IV, ILS) | Legislative Department, Ministry of Law & Justice | 8 | UR-04, EWS-01, OBC-02, SC-01 (PwBD-01) |
| 26091203226 | Law Officer | Land & Building Department, GNCT of Delhi | 3 | UR-02, OBC-01 (PwBD-01) |
| 26091204526 | Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Cardiology | New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) | 1 | OBC-01 |
| Total | 13 | — | — | — |
Who Can Apply
Indian candidates who meet the post-wise qualification, experience and age criteria as on the closing date (16.10.2026) can apply. The Junior Technical Officer and Cardiology posts are reserved for OBC, so only OBC candidates can apply against them. For the Law Officer post, Delhi OBC reservation follows GNCTD rules.
Educational Qualification
- Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology): Degree in Science or Engineering with an Associateship or PG Diploma in Sugar Technology, plus 3 years’ teaching/research/advisory experience in Sugar Technology or 3 years’ managerial work in a sugar factory. Desirable: M.Sc. (Chemistry) or M.Tech. (Sugar Technology).
- Assistant Legislative Counsel: Degree in Law, and either 7 years in a State Judicial Service, 7 years in a superior post in a State legal department, 7 years’ legal experience as a Central Government servant, a Master’s in Law with 5 years’ teaching/research, or being a qualified legal practitioner aged at least 30. Legislative drafting experience is preferred.
- Law Officer (GNCTD): Degree in Law with 2 years’ legal experience as a legal practitioner or in a Government office.
- Specialist Grade II (Cardiology): Recognised MBBS-level medical qualification plus D.M. (Cardiology), with 3 years’ experience in the speciality after the PG degree.
Age Limit
PwBD candidates get up to 10 more years. Age is counted as on the closing date.
Application Fee
Pay online by card, UPI or net banking by the closing date.
Salary
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Group |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Technical Officer (Sugar Technology) | Level-10 | Group A Gazetted |
| Assistant Legislative Counsel | Level-11 | Grade IV, ILS |
| Law Officer | Level-7 | Group B Gazetted |
| Specialist Grade II (Cardiology) | Level-11 + NPA | Group A Gazetted |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on the information in the online application.
- A Recruitment Test may be held if there are many applicants, followed by an interview.
- Minimum interview marks: UR 50, OBC 45, SC/ST/PwBD 40 (out of 100).
- Shortlisted candidates bring the printout of the online application and original documents to the interview.
Documents Required
- Printout of the online application
- Date of birth proof (10th certificate)
- Degree/diploma certificates and mark sheets
- Experience certificates in the prescribed format
- Caste (OBC-NCL/SC/EWS) and PwBD certificates as applicable
- Photo ID (Aadhaar recommended)
Important Dates
How to Apply
- Go to https://upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete Account Creation, Universal Registration and the Common Application Form (if not done already).
- Fill in the post-specific application for the Vacancy No. you are applying for.
- Upload the documents and pay Rs 25 (if applicable).
- Submit before 6:00 PM on 16 October 2026, and keep your URN and Application Number.
Why You Should Apply
These are permanent Central Government Group A/B posts selected by UPSC, with pay up to Level-11. The Assistant Legislative Counsel post puts lawyers at the heart of drafting national legislation.
Preparation Tips
- Legal aspirants should revise constitutional law, interpretation of statutes and legislative drafting.
- Sugar Technology candidates should prepare sugar processing, by-products and factory management.
- Fill in experience details carefully – shortlisting is computer-based on what you enter.
Important Links
FAQs – UPSC Advertisement No. 12/2026
Q1. How many vacancies are in UPSC Advt 12/2026?
13 vacancies: 8 Assistant Legislative Counsel, 3 Law Officer, 1 Junior Technical Officer and 1 Specialist Grade II (Cardiology).
Q2. What is the last date?
6:00 PM on 16 October 2026.
Q3. What is the application fee?
Rs 25. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates pay nothing.
Q4. What is the pay for Law Officer?
Level-7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Group B Gazetted).
Q5. What is the age limit for Assistant Legislative Counsel?
40 years for UR/EWS, 43 for OBC and 45 for SC, plus up to 10 years for PwBD.
Q6. Where do I apply?
Online at https://upsconline.nic.in.
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