UPSC Recruitment for Assistant Soil Chemist, Prosecutor, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor & 10 Other Posts - Apply Online

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Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

Compiled from official notification
Applications Closed

Apply Start

11 Jul 2026

Last Date

31 Jul 2026

Qualification

Where sufficient PwBD candidates are not available for posts exclusively reserved and identified suitable for them, the required years of experience (not...

Application Fee

₹25

Salary (In-Hand)

₹91,384 – ₹1,08,364 / mo

Applications closed

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Published 14 Jul 2026 Updated 25 Sept 2026 3 min read

About this Recruitment

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released an official recruitment drive for Recruitment for Assistant Soil Chemist, Prosecutor, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor & 10 Other Posts. Selected appointees will be placed in Pay Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) under the 7th Central Pay Commission matrix.

Regarding educational criteria, Where sufficient PwBD candidates are not available for posts exclusively reserved and identified suitable for them, the.... Selection of candidates will follow the merit and evaluation standards prescribed in the official notification. The application window for this recruitment concluded on 31 July 2026. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India's premier constitutional recruiting agency responsible for appointments to All India Services and Central Civil Services.

Official Recruitment Overview

Official Source Verified
Organization
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Location
National
Official Website
https://www.upsc.gov.in/

Important Dates

  • Start of Online Application 11 Jul 2026
  • Last Date to Submit Online Application 31 Jul 2026
  • Date for Determining Eligibility 31 Jul 2026

Application Fee

  • SC ₹0
  • ST ₹0
  • EWS ₹25
  • OBC ₹25
  • Female ₹0
  • General ₹25
7th CPC Programmatically Computed DA at 60% DA rate as at 1 Jan 2026

7th CPC Salary Structure & In-Hand Pay

An estimate calculated from the published 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix. Entry-level figures; your actual pay depends on posting city and personal deductions.

Pay Level & Scale
Level 10 (GP 5400 PB-3)
₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
Gross Monthly Salary
₹1,01,130 – ₹1,18,110
Depends on posting city tier
Estimated Net In-Hand Pay
₹91,384 – ₹1,08,364
After NPS, CGHS & CGEGIS deductions
Earnings / Allowance Component Formula / Calculation Basis Monthly Amount
Basic Pay (Entry Level) Starting pay of 7th CPC Level 10 (GP 5400 PB-3) ₹56,100
Dearness Allowance (DA) 60% of Basic Pay (Central Govt Rate) +₹33,660
House Rent Allowance (HRA) 10% (Tier Z) / 20% (Tier Y) / 30% (Tier X Metros) +₹5,610 – ₹16,830
Transport Allowance (TA) Base TA + 60% DA component +₹5,760 – ₹11,520
Gross Monthly Salary Basic Pay + DA + HRA + TA ₹1,01,130 – ₹1,18,110
Standard Monthly Deductions (Statutory)
National Pension System (NPS) 10% of (Basic Pay + DA) -₹8,976
CGHS (Health Scheme) Applicable rate for Level 10 (GP 5400 PB-3) -₹650
CGEGIS (Group Insurance) Group A employee coverage -₹120
Total Statutory Deductions NPS + CGHS + CGEGIS -₹9,746
Net In-Hand Monthly Take Home Gross Salary minus Total Statutory Deductions ₹91,384 – ₹1,08,364

Statutory Compliance Note: In-hand salary estimates are computed on starting entry pay. City classification: Tier X (30% HRA) applies to Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Pune; Tier Y (20% HRA) to State Capitals and major urban centers; Tier Z (10% HRA) to other locations. Income tax (Old/New Regime TDS) is deducted separately based on candidate investments.

Computed by RojgarSetu from the 7th CPC pay matrix, using a Dearness Allowance rate of 60% as at 1 Jan 2026. These are our own estimates, not figures issued or checked by any government body — always confirm against the official notification.

Post-Wise Job Profile & Service Framework

Notified Positions & Vacancy Breakdown

  • UPSC for Assistant Soil Chemist, Prosecutor, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor & 10 Other Posts -: Active Post

Employment Structure & Service Terms

  • Appointing Authority: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
  • Pay & Remuneration: Level- 10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC. AGE: 35 years for UR and The age is further relaxable upto 10 years for PwBD.

Eligibility Framework & Educational Qualifications

Educational Qualification

(A) EDUCATIONAL: Masters Degree in Agriculture or Agricultural Chemistry with specialization in Soil Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry or Soil Science from a recognised University or Institute. (B)

Age Requirement

  • Prescribed Range: As per official recruitment rules
  • Upper age relaxation for reserved categories, where the recruitment allows it, is specified in the official notification. Check the notification PDF for the limits that apply to your category.

Selection Process

  • Selection is made by the Union Public Service Commission through Recruitment by Selection, which may involve a Recruitment Test (RT) or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) followed by an interview, or interview only, depending on the post - the notification does not specify which mode applies to each individual post beyond noting that a Recruitment Test may form part of the selection process. Where a Recruitment Test forms part of selection, candidates must clear the minimum level of suitability at both the RT stage and the interview stage for their respective category. The minimum level of suitability in interview, irrespective of whether selection is by interview alone or RT plus interview, is: UR - 50 marks, OBC - 45 marks, SC/ST/PH - 40 marks, out of a total of 100 interview marks. Where the number of applications is large, UPSC may apply shortlisting criteria such as desirable qualifications, higher educational qualifications, higher relevant experience, or a Recruitment Test, to restrict the number of candidates called for interview. Recruitment Test / Combined Recruitment Test, where held, is ordinarily conducted at: Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Ranchi, and Visakhapatnam. The list of centres is subject to change and will be notified on the Commission's website. Candidature at every stage remains provisional, subject to the candidate satisfying all prescribed eligibility conditions.

Step-by-Step Online Application Walkthrough

  • This notification does not set out the application procedure. Follow the steps given in the official notification PDF via the links on this page.

Frequently Asked Questions (Candidate Queries)

What is the official educational criteria for UPSC Recruitment for Assistant Soil Chemist, Prosecutor, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor & 10 Other Posts - Apply Online?

(A) EDUCATIONAL: Masters Degree in Agriculture or Agricultural Chemistry with specialization in Soil Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry or Soil Science from a recognised University or Institute. (B)

What is the age limit for applicants?

This notification does not state an age limit in a form we can show here — check the official notification PDF for the age limit and any category-wise relaxation.

What is the pay scale or remuneration for this recruitment?

The notification states a pay scale of Level- 10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC. AGE: 35 years for UR and The age is further relaxable upto 10 years for PwBD.. Allowances are as set out in the official notification.

What is the selection process for UPSC Recruitment for Assistant Soil Chemist, Prosecutor, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor & 10 Other Posts - Apply Online?

Selection is made by the Union Public Service Commission through Recruitment by Selection, which may involve a Recruitment Test (RT) or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) followed by an interview, or interview only, depending on the post - the notification does not specify which mode applies to each individual post beyond noting that a Recruitment Test may form part of the selection process. Where a Recruitment Test forms part of selection, candidates must clear the minimum level of suitability at both the RT stage and the interview stage for their respective category. The minimum level of suitability in interview, irrespective of whether selection is by interview alone or RT plus interview, is: UR - 50 marks, OBC - 45 marks, SC/ST/PH - 40 marks, out of a total of 100 interview marks. Where the number of applications is large, UPSC may apply shortlisting criteria such as desirable qualifications, higher educational qualifications, higher relevant experience, or a Recruitment Test, to restrict the number of candidates called for interview. Recruitment Test / Combined Recruitment Test, where held, is ordinarily conducted at: Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Ranchi, and Visakhapatnam. The list of centres is subject to change and will be notified on the Commission's website. Candidature at every stage remains provisional, subject to the candidate satisfying all prescribed eligibility conditions.

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