UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Job Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Name | Senior Reception and Protocol Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
| Group | Group B |
| Classification | Non-Gazetted, Non-Ministerial |
| Recruitment Type | Deputation (Including Short-Term Contract) |
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
| Salary | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Maximum Age Limit | 56 Years |
| Application Mode | Offline (Through Proper Channel) |
| Notification Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Application Deadline | Within 60 days of publication in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar |
Educational Qualification and Experience
| Criteria | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognised university or institute |
| Work Experience | Minimum 1 year of experience in reception or protocol work, or both |
| Service Requirement – Option 1 | Holding an analogous post on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department |
| Service Requirement – Option 2 | Six years of regular service in Level 5 (₹29,200–₹92,300) or equivalent in the parent cadre or department |
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All eligible applicants | 56 Years |
Salary Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Matrix Level | Level 6 |
| Minimum Basic Pay | ₹35,400 |
| Maximum Basic Pay | ₹1,12,400 |
| Deputation Period | Normally not exceeding 3 years |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Circular Date | 19 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 60 days of publication in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar |
Documents Required
| S. No. | Required Documents |
|---|---|
| 1 | Integrity Certificate |
| 2 | Statement of major/minor penalties during the last 10 years or Nil Certificate |
| 3 | Vigilance Clearance Certificate |
| 4 | Attested ACRs for the last five years (2020-21 to 2024-25) |