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UPSC Recruitment 2026

Research Officer

11 Vacancies | Direct Recruitment | Level-10 Pay Scale

📅 Last Date: 28 Aug 2026 💰 ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 📍 Kolkata

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📋 Quick Job Overview

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Organization

UPSC / NATMO, Min. of Science & Tech

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Post Name

Research Officer

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Total Vacancies

11 Posts

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Qualification

Master's Degree (Geography/Geology)

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Salary Range

₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500

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Last Date

28 August 2026 (6 PM)

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Posting Location

Kolkata (West Bengal)

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Recruitment Type

Direct Recruitment (Interview)

📌 Complete Post Details

Advertisement Number	Advertisement No. 10/2026
Vacancy Number	26081005208
Post Name	Research Officer
Department	National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organisation, Ministry of Science and Technology
Total Vacancies	11 Posts (UR-07, EWS-01, OBC-02, SC-01, PwBD-01)
Recruitment Type	✅ Direct Recruitment (NOT Contract / Deputation / Walk-in)
Selection Process	📌 Interview-based (No Written Test. Shortlisting may apply)
Pay Scale	Level-10 in Pay Matrix (7th CPC) — ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 approx. per month
Age Limit	35 yrs (UR/EWS) | 38 yrs (OBC) | 40 yrs (SC) +10 years relaxation for PwBD (max age 56)
Posting Location	Kolkata (West Bengal) — Headquarters
Job Type	Permanent | General Central Service Group 'A' Gazetted, Non-Ministerial
Probation Period	1 Year (One Year)
Application Fee	₹25 (Exempted for Female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates)
Last Date to Apply	28 August 2026, 6:00 PM (1800 hrs)
Official Website	https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/

🎓 Educational Qualification & Experience

✅ Essential Education:

Master's Degree in any of the following disciplines from a recognised University or Institute:

• Geography
• Geology
• Applied Geology
• Geoinformatics
• Geographical Information System and Remote Sensing
• Geomatics
• Geospatial Technology

Mandatory: Must have studied Geography / Geology / Applied Geology as a subject in all the years at bachelor's degree level.

✅ Essential Experience:

Five years' experience in Geographical and Cartographical Teaching or Research involving collection of data and preparation of maps on various themes.

⭐ Desirable Qualification:

Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Geography, Geology, Applied Geology, Geoinformatics, GIS & Remote Sensing, Geomatics, or Geospatial Technology from a recognized University or Institute.

💰 Salary Structure & Benefits

Monthly Salary Range (7th CPC Level-10)

₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500

(Basic Pay as per 7th Central Pay Commission)

🏠 HRA (House Rent Allowance)

📊 DA (Dearness Allowance)

🩺 Medical Benefits (CGHS)

🏖️ Leave Entitlements

🛡️ NPS / Pension

✈️ LTC (Leave Travel Concession)

📚 Education Allowance

🏆 Other Govt Allowances

📈 Career Growth & Promotion Path:

Research Officer (Level-10) → Senior Research Officer (Level-11) → Deputy Director (Level-12) → Joint Director (Level-13) → Director (Level-14). Regular departmental promotions with 3% annual increment plus DA revisions.

📝 Selection Process — Step by Step

1

Online Application Submission — Fill the UPSC ORA application form at upsc.gov.in before 28/08/2026, 6 PM.

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Application Screening — UPSC verifies eligibility criteria (education, experience, age, category certificates).

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Shortlisting (if applicable) — If applications are large, UPSC may shortlist based on desirable qualifications (Ph.D.) or higher experience.

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Interview Call Letter — Shortlisted candidates receive interview summons via registered email ID.

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Personal Interview — Face-to-face interview at UPSC. Minimum qualifying marks: UR-50, OBC-45, SC/ST/PwBD-40 out of 100.

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Document Verification & Medical Examination — Original documents verified, and medical fitness examination conducted.

⚠️ Note: No written test is mentioned in the official notification. Selection is primarily interview-based. UPSC reserves the right to conduct a Recruitment Test (RT) if deemed necessary.

📱 How to Apply — Complete Step-by-Step Guide

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Visit the Official UPSC ORA Website — Go to https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/

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Create Universal Registration (URN) — Click "New User Registration" and fill in basic details (Name, DOB, Email, Mobile). A Universal Registration Number (URN) will be generated.

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Complete the Universal Registration Profile — Fill in personal details, Photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card recommended), address, category, and contact details. Upload your photograph and capture live photo.

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Fill the Common Application Form (CAF) — Upload your signature (sign 3 times on white paper with black ink). Enter educational qualifications, experience details, and other required information.

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Select Post/Vacancy Specific Module — Choose Advertisement No. 10/2026 and select Vacancy No. 26081005208 — Research Officer.

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Upload Required Documents — Upload PDF copies of all documents (Master's degree, experience certificates, Bachelor's degree with Geography/Geology, caste certificate if applicable, photo ID, age proof, etc.).

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Pay Application Fee — Pay ₹25 via Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Net Banking. (Fee exempted for Female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates).

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Submit and Take Printout — Review all details carefully, click "Final Submit", and take a printout of the submitted application for interview reference.

📄 Required Documents Checklist

✅ Matriculation/10th Certificate (Date of Birth Proof)

✅ Master's Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets

✅ Bachelor's Degree with Geography/Geology subject proof

✅ Experience Certificates (5 years in relevant field)

✅ Photo ID Card (Aadhaar recommended)

✅ Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS if applicable)

✅ PwBD Certificate (if applicable)

✅ OBC Creamy Layer Declaration

✅ Government Employee Declaration (if applicable)

✅ Recent Passport-size Photograph

✅ Signature Image (Black ink on white paper)

✅ Ph.D. Certificate (if claiming desirable qualification)

✅ Equivalence Certificate (if applicable)

✅ Any other relevant supporting documents

⚠️ Important: All documents must be uploaded in PDF format with proper file sizes. Experience certificates should clearly mention duration (date, month, year) and nature of duties performed.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is this recruitment based on written test or interview?

This is an interview-based direct recruitment selection. No written test is mentioned in the official notification. However, if the number of applications is very large, UPSC may adopt shortlisting criteria or conduct a Recruitment Test (RT).

Q2: Can final year students apply for this post?

No. Candidates must possess the essential educational qualification (Master's Degree in relevant field) and 5 years of experience as on the closing date of application, i.e., 28/08/2026.

Q3: What is the application fee for OBC/EWS male candidates?

The application fee is ₹25 for all male candidates belonging to UR, OBC, and EWS categories. Female candidates of any community, SC/ST candidates, and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying any fee.

Q4: Do I need to have Geography/Geology in my bachelor's degree?

Yes, it is mandatory. You must have studied Geography, Geology, or Applied Geology as a subject in all the years at bachelor's degree level, even if your Master's degree is in a related field.

Q5: Where will I be posted after selection?

The headquarters is in Kolkata, West Bengal. The post is in National Atlas and Thematic Mapping Organisation (NATMO), Ministry of Science and Technology.

Q6: What is the probation period for this post?

The probation period is 1 year (One year) from the date of joining. The post is permanent after successful completion of probation.

📋 Duties & Responsibilities

• Critically study & research published thematic maps and atlases, and prepare/supervise preparation of thematic maps and other products.
• Critically study & propose new technologies for preparation of maps & services.
• Conduct field surveys, GPS surveys, and carryout geographical research.
• Planning of new projects & preparation of digital data structure.
• Analysis of remotely sensed data to extract information.
• Impart training in digital map reproduction, GIS & Geo-Spatial Tools.
• Generate online services & data for web applications.
• Assist Director in technical works of Organization.
• Attend other duties as may be assigned.

🚀 Career Growth & Promotion Benefits

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Level-10 to Level-14

Multiple promotion levels available

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3% Annual Increment

Plus DA revision every 6 months

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Gazetted Officer

Group 'A' Gazetted status

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Permanent Govt Job

Full job security & pension benefits

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