UPSC Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE Recruitment 2026

By Alok Kumar Posted: 17 Sep 2026 Verified source OPEN Last Date: 06.10.2026
Last Date06.10.2026
QualificationAny Graduate
Apply ModeOnline

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced recruitment for the positions of Section Officers and Stenographers through Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations (LDCE). The last date to apply for these posts is 06.10.2026.

UPSC Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE Recruitment 2026: Overview

OrganizationUnion Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Post NameSection Officers and Stenographers LDCE
Advt NoAs per official notification
Total VacanciesAs per official notification
Application ModeOnline
Job LocationAs per official notification
Official Websitehttps://upsc.gov.in
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Important Dates

The important dates for the recruitment process are as follows:

Date of Notification of Examination16.09.2026
Commencement of Online Application16.09.2026
Last Date for filling up of Application06.10.2026 (till 06:00 PM)
Last date for receipt of printed copy of application at UPSC23.10.2026
Date of Examination12.12.2026 & 13.12.2026
Helpdesk operational period16.09.2026 to 06.10.2026 (10:00 AM to 5:30 PM, working days)

Application Fee

The application fee details have not been specified in the notification. Candidates are advised to check the Examination Specific Module on the online application portal or the full official notification for applicable fee information.

CategoryFee Details
General/OBCAs per official notification
SC/ST/PWDAs per official notification

Age Limit

The age limit details are not provided in the notification. Age relaxation criteria, if applicable, are also not specified.

CategoryAge Limit
GeneralAs per official notification
OBCAs per official notification
SC/STAs per official notification

Vacancy Details

The number of vacancies for the various categories has not yet been finalized. Candidates must indicate the category for which they are competing in their application.

CategoryService
Category ISection Officers’ Grade of the Central Secretariat Service
Category IISection Officers’ Grade of the General Cadre of the Indian Foreign Service, Branch ‘B’
Category IIISection Officers’ Grade of the Railway Board Secretariat Service
Category VIIISection Officers’ Grade of the Intelligence Bureau
Category XSection Officers in Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service
Category XIAssistant Director/Section Officers/Manager Grade-‘I’ in Employees’ State Insurance Corporation

Eligibility and Educational Qualification

Both examinations are Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations, meaning eligibility is restricted to serving government employees who meet the conditions prescribed for their respective service/cadre. Specific qualification, minimum service, and grade-pay eligibility conditions are not detailed in the notification. Candidates should refer to the detailed Rules published in the Gazette of India dated 16.09.2026, and the full notification before applying.

Post NameEligibility
Section OfficersAny Graduate
StenographersAny Graduate

Salary and Pay Scale

The salary and pay scale details for the posts have not been specified in the notification.

Post NamePay Scale
Section OfficersAs per official notification
StenographersAs per official notification

Selection Process

The selection process for the Section Officers’ Grade-B LDCE includes a written examination and evaluation of the service record. The admission to the examination is provisional, subject to the candidates meeting the prescribed eligibility conditions.

  1. Written Examination
  2. Evaluation of Service Record
  3. Final Selection based on eligibility

How to Apply

Candidates can apply online through the UPSC’s common application portal. The application process involves several steps.

  1. Visit the official application portal at https://upsconline.nic.in.
  2. Create an account and complete the universal registration.
  3. Fill the common application form (CAF) for the examination.
  4. Complete the examination specific form for the LDCE.
  5. Upload your photograph and scanned signature.
  6. Submit the required information and supporting documents.
  7. Take a printout of the application for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for the UPSC LDCE?

The last date to apply is 06.10.2026.

What is the application fee for the UPSC LDCE?

The application fee details have not been specified; candidates should check the official notification.

What is the eligibility for the UPSC LDCE?

Candidates must be serving government employees and meet the conditions prescribed for their respective service/cadre.

What is the selection process for the UPSC LDCE?

The selection process includes a written examination and evaluation of the service record.

How can I apply for the UPSC LDCE?

Candidates can apply online through the UPSC’s common application portal.

मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में

  • संस्थान: संघ लोक सेवा आयोग (UPSC)
  • पद: सेक्शन ऑफिसर और स्टेनोग्राफर
  • कुल पद: आधिकारिक सूचना के अनुसार
  • योग्यता: कोई भी स्नातक
  • आयु सीमा: आधिकारिक सूचना के अनुसार
  • अंतिम तिथि: 06.10.2026
  • आवेदन कैसे करें: आधिकारिक वेबसाइट पर ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें।
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Source: official recruitment notification of UPSC. Last verified: 17 Sep 2026.

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