Last updated: 08 Aug 2026Official NotificationCentral GovernmentRegular
UPSC Science & Research Recruitment 2026 - Advt 06/2026 (18 Posts)
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) — DIGGOV MHA, Ministry of Coal, FSSAI
All India - Delhi, Coal fields, Across India
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| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principal Scientific Officer (Chemistry/Forensic) DIGGOV | — | — | —–50 | 03 Jul 2026 | 1 |
| Senior Scientific Officer (Chemistry) DIGGOV | — | — | —–50 | 03 Jul 2026 | 1 |
| Senior Scientific Officer (Ballistics/Explosives) DIGGOV | — | — | —–50 | 03 Jul 2026 | 1 |
| Scientific Officer (Chemistry) DIGGOV | — | — | —–50 | 03 Jul 2026 | 1 |
| Scientific Officer (Ballistics/Explosives) DIGGOV | — | — | —–50 | 03 Jul 2026 | 1 |
| Junior Scientific Officer (Ballistics/Explosives) DIGGOV | — | — | —–50 | 03 Jul 2026 | 1 |
| Assistant Chemical Examiner DIGGOV | — | — | —–50 | 03 Jul 2026 | 1 |
| Senior Geologist Ministry of Coal | — | — | —–50 | 03 Jul 2026 | 1 |
| Assistant Geologist Ministry of Coal | — | — | —–50 | 03 Jul 2026 | 3 |
| Assistant Chemist Ministry of Coal | — | — | —–50 | 03 Jul 2026 | 4 |
| Junior Chemist Ministry of Coal | — | — | —–50 | 03 Jul 2026 | 2 |
| Junior Microbiologist/Food Analyst FSSAI | — | — | —–50 | 03 Jul 2026 | 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 18 | ||||
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Important Dates
Application Start Date12 Jun 2026
Last Date to Apply3 Jul 2026
Application Fee
Gen/OBC/EWS (Male): Rs. 25; Female/SC/ST/PwBD: Exempted
Age Limit
Maximum Age
50 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Salary / Pay Scale
Salary / pay scale details not specified here. See official notification.
Position Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Principal Scientific Officer (Chemistry/Forensic) DIGGOV | 1 | Level 12 (Rs. 78,800–2,09,200) | M.Sc. Chemistry/Forensic Science + 8 yrs exp in forensic chem | — | 50 yrs |
| 2 | Senior Scientific Officer (Chemistry) DIGGOV | 1 | Level 11 (Rs. 67,700–2,08,700) | M.Sc. Chemistry + 3 yrs exp in forensic chemistry | — | 50 yrs |
| 3 | Senior Scientific Officer (Ballistics/Explosives) DIGGOV | 1 | Level 11 (Rs. 67,700–2,08,700) | M.Sc. Physics/Ballistics + 3 yrs exp in ballistics/explosives | — | 50 yrs |
| 4 | Scientific Officer (Chemistry) DIGGOV | 1 | Level 10 (Rs. 56,100–1,77,500) | M.Sc. Chemistry | — | 50 yrs |
| 5 | Scientific Officer (Ballistics/Explosives) DIGGOV | 1 | Level 10 (Rs. 56,100–1,77,500) | M.Sc. Physics/Ballistics | — | 50 yrs |
| 6 | Junior Scientific Officer (Ballistics/Explosives) DIGGOV | 1 | Level 8 (Rs. 47,600–1,51,100) | M.Sc. Physics/Ballistics/Explosives | — | 50 yrs |
| 7 | Assistant Chemical Examiner DIGGOV | 1 | Level 7 (Rs. 44,900–1,42,400) | M.Sc. Chemistry | — | 50 yrs |
| 8 | Senior Geologist Ministry of Coal | 1 | Level 12 (Rs. 78,800–2,09,200) | M.Sc. Geology + 8 yrs exp in coal/geological survey | — | 50 yrs |
| 9 | Assistant Geologist Ministry of Coal | 3 | Level 12 (Rs. 78,800–2,09,200) | M.Sc. Geology + 3 yrs exp | — | 50 yrs |
| 10 | Assistant Chemist Ministry of Coal | 4 | Level 8A (Rs. 47,600+) | M.Sc. Chemistry | — | 50 yrs |
| 11 | Junior Chemist Ministry of Coal | 2 | Level 6 (Rs. 35,400–1,12,400) | M.Sc. Chemistry | — | 50 yrs |
| 12 | Junior Microbiologist/Food Analyst FSSAI | 1 | Level 6 (Rs. 35,400–1,12,400) | M.Sc. Microbiology/Food Science + Food Analyst qual | — | 50 yrs |
| Total Vacancies | 18 | |||||
Eligibility
Eligibility criteria not specified here. See official notification.
Full Description
About:
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) for Scientific and Research posts under Advertisement No. 06/2026. Positions are available at Directorate of Forensic Science (DIGGOV, MHA), Ministry of Coal (Geological Survey of India / CMPDI), and Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
Important Dates:
- Notification Date: 12 June 2026
- Online Application: 13 June 2026 to 03 July 2026 (6:00 PM)
Application Fee:
- General/OBC/EWS (Male): Rs. 25/-
- Female / SC / ST / PwBD: Exempted
Post-wise Vacancy Details:
Eligibility Highlights:
- DIGGOV Forensic posts: M.Sc. (Chemistry) / M.Sc. (Forensic Science) / M.Sc. (Physics/Ballistics) with relevant experience for higher grades
- Geologist: Master's Degree in Geology with 8+ years experience (Senior) / 3+ years (Assistant)
- Chemist (Coal): M.Sc. in Chemistry with experience in coal/analytical chemistry
- Microbiologist: M.Sc. in Microbiology/Food Science with FSSAI Food Analyst qualification
Selection Process:
- Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience
- Interview by UPSC
How to Apply:
Apply online at upsconline.nic.in/ora/ (UPSC ORA Portal). Last date: 03 July 2026 (6:00 PM).
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) for Scientific and Research posts under Advertisement No. 06/2026. Positions are available at Directorate of Forensic Science (DIGGOV, MHA), Ministry of Coal (Geological Survey of India / CMPDI), and Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI).
Important Dates:
- Notification Date: 12 June 2026
- Online Application: 13 June 2026 to 03 July 2026 (6:00 PM)
Application Fee:
- General/OBC/EWS (Male): Rs. 25/-
- Female / SC / ST / PwBD: Exempted
Post-wise Vacancy Details:
| Post | Organization | Vacancies | Pay Level | Max Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principal Scientific Officer (Chemistry/Forensic) | DIGGOV, MHA | 1 | Level 12 | 50 |
| Senior Scientific Officer (Chemistry) | DIGGOV, MHA | 1 | Level 11 | 45 |
| Senior Scientific Officer (Ballistics/Explosives) | DIGGOV, MHA | 1 | Level 11 | 45 |
| Scientific Officer (Chemistry) | DIGGOV, MHA | 1 | Level 10 | 35 |
| Scientific Officer (Ballistics/Explosives) | DIGGOV, MHA | 1 | Level 10 | 35 |
| Junior Scientific Officer (Ballistics/Explosives) | DIGGOV, MHA | 1 | Level 8 | 30 |
| Assistant Chemical Examiner | DIGGOV, MHA | 1 | Level 7 | 30 |
| Senior Geologist | Ministry of Coal | 1 | Level 12 | 50 |
| Assistant Geologist | Ministry of Coal | 3 | Level 12 | 50 |
| Assistant Chemist | Ministry of Coal | 4 | Level 8A | 35 |
| Junior Chemist | Ministry of Coal | 2 | Level 6 | 30 |
| Junior Microbiologist/Food Analyst | FSSAI | 1 | Level 6 | 30 |
| Total Science & Research Posts | 18 | Level 6–12 | ||
Eligibility Highlights:
- DIGGOV Forensic posts: M.Sc. (Chemistry) / M.Sc. (Forensic Science) / M.Sc. (Physics/Ballistics) with relevant experience for higher grades
- Geologist: Master's Degree in Geology with 8+ years experience (Senior) / 3+ years (Assistant)
- Chemist (Coal): M.Sc. in Chemistry with experience in coal/analytical chemistry
- Microbiologist: M.Sc. in Microbiology/Food Science with FSSAI Food Analyst qualification
Selection Process:
- Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience
- Interview by UPSC
How to Apply:
Apply online at upsconline.nic.in/ora/ (UPSC ORA Portal). Last date: 03 July 2026 (6:00 PM).
Important Links
Official Notification (PDF)
Download Official Notification PDFPosted: 12 Jun 2026Source: UPSC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is UPSC Science & Research Recruitment 2026 - Advt 06/2026 (18 Posts)?
UPSC Science & Research Recruitment 2026 - Advt 06/2026 (18 Posts) is a government recruitment notification published by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) — DIGGOV MHA, Ministry of Coal, FSSAI. Apply before the last date to be considered.
When does the application start?
Online applications start on 12 June 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application is 03 July 2026.
What is the application fee?
Gen/OBC/EWS (Male): Rs. 25; Female/SC/ST/PwBD: Exempted
What is the age limit?
Maximum age limit is 50 years as on the cutoff date.