Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially published a recruitment notification for the post of Botanist under UPSC Advertisement No. 06/2026 (Vacancy No. 26060643213). A total of 2 Posts are to be filled. The online application portal is open and candidates must submit their forms before 03 July 2026.
UPSC Botanist Recruitment 2026 – 2 Vacancy, Apply Online — Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | UPSC Advertisement No. 06/2026 (Vacancy No. 26060643213) |
| Post Name | Botanist |
| Total Vacancies | 2 Posts |
| Job Type | Government Job Group Post Central Government Permanent |
| Job Location | All India |
| Notification Date | 14 June 2026 |
| Application Start | 13 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online (upsconline.nic.in) |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 14 June 2026 |
| Online Application Open | 13 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee | 03 July 2026 |
| Exam / Interview Date | As per UPSC schedule (Interview based selection) |
| Admit Card Date | Will be notified by UPSC |
| Result Declaration | Will be declared on upsc.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
Vacancy Details – Botanist
| UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 0 | 01 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Reservation: UR-01, SC-01
Pay Scale & Salary
Pay Scale – Botanist
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | |
| Group | Group |
| Headquarters |
Educational Qualification
Educational Qualification – Botanist
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential | (A) EDUCATIONAL: M. Sc Degree in Botany/ Horticulture/ Life Science/Agriculture from a recognized University. (B) EXPERIENCE: (i) Three years’ Experience of research in any of the following branches: Angiosperms/Gymnosperms/ Algae/ Fungi/ Lichens/ Bryophytes/Pteridophytes/ Horticulture/ Arboriculture/ Forestry/ Ecology & Environment/ Economic Botany/ Museology (as evidenced by publication). (ii) Experience of Plant collection in the field and knowledge of herbarium methodology and preservation o |
| Desirable | (i) Knowledge of any one of the following language: Latin/ German/French/Russian/Chinese/Japanese/ Spanish (ii) Knowledge of International Code of Botanical Nomenclature (iii) Knowledge of Environmental Impact Studies (iv) Knowledge of journalism/Mass communication (v) Knowledge of barcoding, scanni |
Age Limit
Age Limit – Botanist
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | |
| Age Relaxation | The age is further relaxable upto 10 years for PwBD. |
Application Fee
Application Fee – UPSC Advt 06/2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹25/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Nil (Free) |
Payment Mode: SBI Net Banking / Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Card / UPI / SBI Challan
How to Apply
How to Apply – UPSC Recruitment 2026
- Step 1: Visit UPSC online portal upsconline.nic.in
- Step 2: Click on ‘ORA (Online Recruitment Application)’
- Step 3: Select Advertisement No. 06/2026
- Step 4: Register / Login and fill application form
- Step 5: Upload photo, signature and documents
- Step 6: Pay fee ₹25/- online (if applicable)
- Step 7: Submit and take printout
Official Links
| Description | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
This is a prestigious central government opportunity offered by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Qualified candidates who fulfil all eligibility conditions should not miss this chance. The last date for online application is 03 July 2026. Refer to the official advertisement carefully before applying.
