UPSC Junior Accounts Officer Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

UPSC Junior Accounts Officer Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

UPSC Junior Accounts Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply for 2 Deputation Posts

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released a vacancy circular for the recruitment of 02 posts of Junior Accounts Officer (General Central Service, Group-B, Gazetted, Non-Ministerial) on a deputation basis. This is a significant opportunity for eligible officers from Central/State Governments, PSUs, and autonomous bodies to join one of India's premier recruitment agencies at Level-8 (Rs. 47,600 - 1,51,100) of the Pay Matrix.

Recruitment Type

Direct Recruitment via Deputation: This recruitment is based on Deputation (including Short-Term Contract). It does not involve a competitive examination. Selection is based on merit, eligibility, and experience.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification & Experience

Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications along with relevant experience:

• Option (i): Pass in the Subordinate Accounts Service or equivalent examination conducted by any organized Accounts Department of the Central Government.
• Option (ii): Successfully completed training in cash and accounts course conducted by the Institute of Secretariat and Management (or equivalent) with four years' experience in cash, accounts, and budget work.

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
• Age Calculation: Age is calculated as of the closing date of receipt of applications.

Mandatory Requirements

• Deputation Basis: Officers must be from Central/State Governments, UTs, Universities, Research Institutes, PSUs, or Statutory/Autonomous Organizations.
• Service Requirement:
  • Holding analogous posts on regular basis, OR
  • With 2 years of service in Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400) after regular appointment.
• Departmental Restrictions: Departmental officers in the direct line of promotion are not eligible. Deputationists are not eligible for promotion.

Age Relaxation

Age relaxation is not explicitly mentioned, as this is a deputation post with a fixed maximum age of 56 years.

Selection Process

This recruitment is based on Deputation. The selection stages are:

1. Screening of Applications: Based on eligibility, experience, and qualifications.
2. Verification of Documents: Including integrity certificate, vigilance clearance, and ACRs.
3. Final Selection: By the UPSC based on merit and suitability.

Note: There is no written exam or interview mentioned. Selection is purely based on deputation eligibility.

Application Fee

Not specified in the notification. Candidates should check the official UPSC website for fee details if applicable.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit the official UPSC website: https://www.upsc.gov.in.
2. Download the Vacancy Circular and Annexure-I (Application Proforma) and Annexure-II (Forwarding Certificate).
3. Fill the application proforma in duplicate and attach required documents.
4. Submit the application through your Forwarding Authority (Head of Office) with the following certificates:
   • Integrity Certificate
   • Vigilance Clearance Certificate
   • Statement of penalties (last 10 years)
   • Attested ACRs (2020-21 to 2024-25)
5. Send the completed application to:
   
   Ms Aparna Srivastava, US (Admn.II), Room No. 11, Annexe Building, UPSC, Dholpur House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi-110069
6. Also apply online at the UPSC vacancy circulars page: https://www.upsc.gov.in/vacancy-circulars.
7. Ensure submission within 60 days of publication in the Employment News.

Important Dates

• Notification Release: 09 February 2026
• Application End: Within 60 days of publication in Employment News
• Submission Address: UPSC, New Delhi (as mentioned above)

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Download Here
• UPSC Official Website: https://www.upsc.gov.in
• Apply Online (Vacancy Circulars): https://www.upsc.gov.in/vacancy-circulars