UPSC RECRUITMENT FOR 73 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR & SCIENTIST-B POSTS 2026 – COMBINED TEST ON 11 OCT
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued an addendum notifying an offline Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) for 73 vacancies across Assistant Director (IEDS) and Scientist-B posts under Advertisement No. 05/2026.
Did you apply for the Assistant Director (IEDS) or Scientist-B posts under UPSC Advt. 05/2026? The online application window closed on 12 June 2026. If you are an eligible applicant, the Commission will now conduct an offline Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) on 11 October 2026 (Sunday) from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Your final selection will be based on a 75:25 weightage between this test and the interview.
Check the official test scheme, syllabus, and exam centres.
📑 Table of Contents
- 1. Quick Overview – UPSC CRT 2026
- 2. Vacancy Details – 73 Posts Across Two Ministries
- 3. Core Details – Scheme & Syllabus
- 4. Visual Timeline – Key Dates
- 5. Selection Process & Interview Cut-offs
- 6. Critical Warnings – Read Carefully
- 7. Important Links for UPSC Advt 05/2026
- 8. Last 3 Published Posts
- 9. Related Government & PSU Updates
- 10. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – Accordion
🔗 Quick Links to Related UPSC Updates
Quick Overview – UPSC CRT 2026
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released a critical addendum under Advertisement No. 05/2026, announcing a Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) for 73 vacancies across the following posts:
- Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) – Chemical, Food, Hosiery, Leather & Footwear, Metal Finishing [citation:2][citation:4]
- Assistant Director Grade-II (IEDS) – Chemical, Food, Hosiery, Leather & Footwear [citation:4]
- Scientist-B – Atmospheric Sciences, General Meteorology, Instrumentation [citation:3][citation:5]
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 05/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 73 Posts [Source header states 12 posts (item numbers), actual vacancies sum to 73] |
| Test Date | 11 October 2026 (Sunday) – 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM |
| Test Mode | Offline Pen and Paper Based (Objective Type) |
| Application Deadline | 12 June 2026 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Test Medium | English and Hindi |
| Weightage | Recruitment Test (75%) + Interview (25%) |
📋 Vacancy Details – 73 Posts Across Two Ministries
The 73 vacancies are distributed across the Office of the Development Commissioner (Ministry of MSME) and the India Meteorological Department (Ministry of Earth Sciences).
Asst. Director Grade-I (Chemical)
Vacancy No. 26050519623 | Level-10
Asst. Director Grade-I (Food)
Vacancy No. 26050521623 | Level-10
Asst. Director Grade-I (Hosiery)
Vacancy No. 26050523623 | Level-10
Asst. Director Grade-I (Leather & Footwear)
Vacancy No. 26050525623 | Level-10
Asst. Director Grade-I (Metal Finishing)
Vacancy No. 26050527623 | Level-10
Asst. Director Grade-II (Chemical)
Vacancy No. 26050520623 | Level-10
Asst. Director Grade-II (Food)
Vacancy No. 26050522623 | Level-10
Asst. Director Grade-II (Hosiery)
Vacancy No. 26050524623 | Level-10
Asst. Director Grade-II (Leather & Footwear)
Vacancy No. 26050526623 | Level-10
Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences)
Vacancy No. 26050512623 | Level-10 [citation:3][citation:5]
Scientist-B (General Meteorology)
Vacancy No. 26050513623 | Level-10 [citation:3][citation:5]
Scientist-B (Instrumentation)
Vacancy No. 26050514623 | Level-10 [citation:3][citation:5]
⚠️ Source Discrepancy (Flagged): The official addendum title states "12 posts," referring to the 12 item numbers. The actual sum of vacancies across these items is 73. This discrepancy is present in the source document itself and has not been altered.
Core Details – Scheme & Syllabus
The Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) is designed to shortlist candidates for the interview stage. The details are as follows:
- Exam Mode: Offline Pen and Paper (Objective Type).
- Duration: 2 Hours (02:00 PM to 04:00 PM).
- Marking: Each question carries 1 mark.
- Medium: Both English and Hindi.
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deducted for every wrong answer. No penalty for unanswered questions.
📅 Visual Timeline – Key Dates
🔹 Advertisement Released
23 May 2026
🔴 Online Application Closed
12 June 2026
🟠 Combined Recruitment Test
11 October 2026 (02:00 PM – 04:00 PM)
Selection Process & Interview Cut-offs
The final selection will be based on a 75:25 weightage between the CRT and the Personal Interview. To be considered for the interview, candidates must secure the following minimum marks in the CRT:
- General/EWS Category: 50 and above.
- OBC Category: 45 and above (on relaxed standards).
- SC/ST Category: 40 and above (on relaxed standards).
- PwBD (Gen/EWS/OBC/SC/ST): 40 and above (on relaxed standards).
⚠️ CRITICAL WARNING – READ CAREFULLY
- Application Closed: The online application window for these 73 posts closed on 12 June 2026. This notice is only for candidates who have already applied and are not a new recruitment call.
- No Change of Centre: No request for change of test centre will be entertained.
- Admit Card Communication: The venue of the test will be communicated along with the issue of admit cards. Candidates must check their registered email for updates.
- Minimum Marks: Candidates must secure the category-specific minimum marks (50/45/40) to be shortlisted for the interview stage.
- Negative Marking: Be extremely careful with your answers, as a 1/3 mark deduction applies to every incorrect answer.
Important Links – UPSC Advt 05/2026
| Description | Link / Resource |
|---|---|
| UPSC Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
| Official Addendum (PDF) | Click Here to View PDF |
| UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) | https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Accordion
1. What is the UPSC Combined Recruitment Test 2026?
It is an offline CRT for 73 vacancies under Advt. 05/2026, covering Assistant Director and Scientist-B posts across MSME and IMD.
2. Can I still apply for these posts?
No. The application window closed on 12 June 2026.
3. What is the medium of the test?
Both English and Hindi.
4. What is the selection weightage?
CRT (75%) + Interview (25%).
📄 Official Sources Used
All facts and dates in this post have been verified against the following official documents and authoritative sources:
- UPSC Official Addendum: RT Addendum for Advt 05/2026 (Dated 21.08.2026)
- UPSC Advt 05/2026 (Original Notification) [citation:2][citation:4][citation:10]
- UPSC Scientist-B Recruitment Details [citation:3][citation:5][citation:7]
Final Words – Prepare for the Test
The UPSC Combined Recruitment Test for these 73 posts is a critical milestone for all applicants. Since the application window has closed, this notice is specifically for candidates who successfully applied before 12 June 2026. Prepare thoroughly for the offline test, focusing on the objective format and the negative marking scheme. Be sure to monitor your email for the admit card communication, as the venue will only be notified in due course.
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