Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for Specialist, Assistant Public Prosecutor & Law Officer Recruitment 2026 under Advt. No. 11/2026. A total of 212 posts are available for Assistant Public Prosecutor, Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor, Assistant Editor, Specialist Grade II and Public Law Officer/Law Officer posts.
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 12 September 2026 to 2 October 2026. Candidates looking for more Latest Jobs can also check the latest recruitment updates on GovernmentJobsDaily.com.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Recruitment | Specialist, Assistant Public Prosecutor & Law Officer Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 11/2026 |
| Total Posts | 212 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start | 12 September 2026 |
| Last Date | 2 October 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 2 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | As Per Schedule |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 12 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 2 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 2 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | As Per Schedule |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
Candidates preparing for upcoming examinations can also check the latest Admit Card updates.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹25 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹0 |
| All Category Female | ₹0 |
The examination fee can be paid through the prescribed Online / Offline Fee Mode.
Age Limit
| Age Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 30–50 Years, Post Wise |
| Age Relaxation | As per UPSC Recruitment Rules |
The maximum age varies according to the post. Individual post-wise age limits are given in the vacancy details below.
Vacancy & Eligibility
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | 140 | Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB) + 3 Years Experience at Bar |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (General Medicine) | 60 | MBBS with PG Degree in Medicine/General Medicine + 3 Years Teaching Experience |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Anatomy) | 04 | Master of Surgery in Anatomy / Medical Anatomy + 3 Years Teaching Experience |
| Assistant Editor | 02 | Bachelor Degree in Journalism/Mass Communication OR Bachelor Degree with Economics/Statistics/English + Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication + 3 Years Editing & Publishing Experience |
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Anaesthesiology | 01 | Medical Master Degree in Anaesthesiology OR Diploma DA + 3 Years Experience after PG Degree OR 5 Years after PG Diploma |
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Pediatrics | 01 | Medical Degree MD Paediatrics OR PG Diploma DCH + 3 Years Experience after PG Degree OR 5 Years after PG Diploma |
| Public Law Officer / District Litigation Officer / Law Officer | 04 | Bachelor Degree in Law + 2 Years Practice at Bar |
| Total | 212 |
Category Wise Vacancy
| Post Name | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | 50 | 37 | 14 | 30 | 09 | 140 |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Anatomy) | 01 | 00 | 01 | 02 | 00 | 04 |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (General Medicine) | 13 | 30 | 10 | 05 | 02 | 60 |
| Assistant Editor | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 02 |
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Anaesthesiology | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 01 |
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) – Pediatrics | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
| Public Law Officer / District Litigation Officer / Law Officer | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 04 | 04 |
| Total | 65 | 67 | 26 | 38 | 16 | 212 |
Post Wise Age Limit
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Assistant Public Prosecutor | 35 Years |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (General Medicine) | 40 Years |
| Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Anatomy) | 40 Years |
| Assistant Editor | Maximum 30 Years |
| Specialist Grade II – Anaesthesiology | 50 Years for ST Only |
| Specialist Grade II – Pediatrics | 45 Years for EWS |
| Public Law Officer / District Litigation Officer / Law Officer | 40 Years for ST Only |
Eligibility Details
The educational qualification and experience requirements are post-specific.
For Assistant Public Prosecutor, candidates need a Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB) along with 3 years of experience at Bar.
For Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (General Medicine), the requirement is MBBS with PG Degree in Medicine/General Medicine along with 3 years of teaching experience.
For Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Anatomy), candidates need Master of Surgery in Anatomy / Medical Anatomy with 3 years of teaching experience.
For Assistant Editor, the source specifies a relevant Bachelor’s qualification with Journalism/Mass Communication or specified subjects along with a Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication and 3 years of editing and publishing experience.
For Specialist Grade II posts, the required medical qualification and post-qualification experience vary according to the specialty.
Candidates should read the complete notification for the detailed post-wise eligibility requirements.
For more examination-related updates, visit the UPSC Jobs section on GovernmentJobsDaily.com.
Exam Date
The UPSC Specialist, Assistant Public Prosecutor & Law Officer Recruitment 2026 examination date has been mentioned as As Per Schedule. The admit card will be available before the examination.
Candidates can also check the latest Syllabus updates for upcoming government examinations.
Selection Process
The supplied source confirms the recruitment examination, but it does not provide a complete stage-wise selection process in the available content. Therefore, no additional selection stages have been assumed.
Candidates should check the official notification for the complete examination scheme and selection procedure.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online from 12 September 2026 to 2 October 2026.
Candidates can visit GovernmentJobsDaily.com, open the UPSC Specialist, Assistant Public Prosecutor & Law Officer Recruitment 2026 article and use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
- Read the complete notification before applying.
- Check the eligibility and experience requirement for your desired post.
- Keep your eligibility documents, ID proof, address details and basic information ready.
- Keep the required scanned documents, photograph and signature ready.
- Fill out the online application form carefully.
- Check the preview and all columns before final submission.
- Pay the applicable examination fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference.
The source specifically advises candidates to check the preview and all columns carefully before submitting the form and take a printout of the final submitted application.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents/details ready before applying:
- Eligibility Documents
- ID Proof
- Address Details
- Basic Details
- Photograph
- Signature
- Other documents related to the recruitment
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| UPSC Official Website | UPSC Official Website |
The source provides separate links for the online application, notification and official UPSC website.
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|---|---|
| WhatsApp Channel | Government Jobs Daily |
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Conclusion
UPSC has released the Specialist, Assistant Public Prosecutor & Law Officer Recruitment 2026 under Advt. No. 11/2026 for 212 posts. The online application process is scheduled from 12 September to 2 October 2026, while the examination date will be announced as per schedule.
Candidates should carefully check the post-wise educational qualification, professional experience and age limit before submitting the application.
UPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
1. What is UPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026?
It is part of the UPSC Specialist, Assistant Public Prosecutor & Law Officer Recruitment 2026 under Advt. No. 11/2026.
2. How many posts are available in this UPSC recruitment?
A total of 212 posts are available.
3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online is 2 October 2026.
4. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹25 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, while SC/ST/PH and all category female candidates are exempted from the fee.
5. What is the age limit?
The minimum age is 18 years, while the maximum age is 30–50 years depending on the post.
6. How many Assistant Public Prosecutor posts are available?
There are 140 Assistant Public Prosecutor posts.
7. What is the qualification for Assistant Public Prosecutor?
Candidates need a Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB) and 3 years of experience at Bar.
8. How many Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor posts are available?
There are 64 posts in total under Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor — 60 in General Medicine and 4 in Anatomy.
9. What is the qualification for General Medicine Assistant Professor?
Candidates need MBBS with PG Degree in Medicine/General Medicine and 3 years of teaching experience.
10. What is the qualification for Assistant Editor?
The prescribed qualification includes a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism/Mass Communication or a Bachelor’s degree with Economics, Statistics or English as a subject, along with the specified Diploma in Journalism/Mass Communication and 3 years of editing and publishing experience.
11. What is the exam date?
The examination date is As Per Schedule.
12. Where can I find the detailed syllabus?
The detailed syllabus and examination scheme are available in the official notification.
13. When is the last date for fee payment?
The last date for payment of the examination fee is 2 October 2026.
14. How can I apply for UPSC Assistant Public Prosecutor Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online between 12 September and 2 October 2026 through the application link provided in the Important Links section on GovernmentJobsDaily.com.
15. Where can I download the official notification?
The notification can be accessed through the Download Notification link provided in the Important Links section. The official UPSC website is also available for recruitment-related information.