UPSC Consultant Recruitment 2026 for 20 Retired Officer Posts
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), New Delhi
Engagement of 20 Consultants at ASO Level
Applications invited from retired Central Government officers up to 05 October 2026.
UPSC Consultant Recruitment 2026: 20 ASO-Level Posts for Retired Officers
Sarkari Chatra Editorial Desk — Last updated: 04 September 2026, 04:50 PM IST
Nature of Engagement: UPSC has published a vacancy circular (dated 31 August, uploaded 03 September) inviting applications from retired Central Government officers or eligible Armed Forces ex-servicemen for engagement as Consultants at the Assistant Section Officer (ASO) level on a contract basis. This is consultancy, not regular UPSC direct recruitment.
UPSC Consultant Circular Highlights
| Engaging Body | Union Public Service Commission (Dholpur House, New Delhi) |
|---|---|
| Post Designation | Consultant (ASO Level) |
| Total Openings | 20 Posts |
| Upper Age Limit | Below 62 years of age as on the closing date |
| Application Deadline | 05 October 2026 |
| Official Portal | upsc.gov.in/vacancy-circulars |
Eligibility & Terms of Engagement
- Target Candidates: Officers retired from Central Government Ministries / Departments / Attached or Subordinate offices at the level of ASO or equivalent, or eligible Armed Forces ex-servicemen holding corresponding rank.
- Remuneration: Fixed monthly remuneration as per Department of Expenditure (DoE) guidelines (Last Pay Drawn minus Pension plus admissible allowances).
- Tenure: Initially for a period of one year, extendable subject to satisfactory performance and functional requirements.
Disclaimer: This circular is strictly for retired Central Government personnel / ex-servicemen meeting the criteria. Fresh graduates or open market candidates are not eligible.