UPSC invites online applications for 16 permanent posts (Assistant Keeper, Senior Store Officer Grade-II, and Livestock Officer). Applications must be submitted online by 01-05-2026. Posts carry pay scales at Level-07 and Level-10 (Livestock Officer with NPA); age limits are up to 30 years (Assistant Keeper) and 35 years (other posts) with standard category relaxations. Qualifications range from advanced degrees in Anthropology, Economics/Commerce/Statistics/Public Administration with specified diplomas and experience, to Veterinary qualifications with council registration and experience. Application fee is Rs.25 for male UR/OBC/EWS; others are exempt. Official notification and application portal links are provided.
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Vacancy Details
- Assistant Keeper (Anthropological Survey of India, Ministry of Culture): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in Anthropology and Diploma in Museology; desirable one year museum experience.- UR: 1
- Senior Store Officer Grade-II (DRDO, Ministry of Defence): 7 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s or Bachelor’s in Economics/Commerce/Statistics/Business Studies/Public Administration plus Diploma in Materials/ Warehousing/ Purchasing/ Logistics/ Public Procurement; experience required: 2 years (Master’s holders) or 4 years (Bachelor/Diploma holders) in store keeping and maintaining stores accounts.- UR: 5
- OBC: 1
- SC: 1
- PwBD (reservation applicable): 1
- Livestock Officer (Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying): 8 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science as per Indian Veterinary Council Act, registration in Veterinary Council, three years’ relevant experience; desirable Master’s in Veterinary Science or two additional years’ experience.- EWS: 4
- OBC: 1
- SC: 2
- ST: 1
Qualification Requirements
Assistant Keeper: Master’s degree in Anthropology and Diploma in Museology from a recognized university/institute; desirable one year museum experience. Senior Store Officer Grade-II: Master’s degree (or Bachelor’s) in Economics/Commerce/Statistics/Business Studies/Public Administration plus Diploma in Materials Management/Warehousing/Purchasing/Logistics/Public Procurement; experience required (2 years for Master’s holders; 4 years for Bachelor/Diploma holders) in store keeping and maintaining stores accounts. Livestock Officer: Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science as per Indian Veterinary Council Act, registration in Veterinary Council, three years’ experience in cattle/livestock/animal health/poultry/meat and meat products; desirable Master’s in Veterinary Science or two additional years’ experience.
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Application Fees
- UR (Male): ₹25
- OBC (Male): ₹25
- EWS (Male): ₹25
- Female: ₹0
- SC: ₹0
- ST: ₹0
- PwBD: ₹0
Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on details in their online applications; UPSC may use desirable qualifications, higher educational achievements or additional experience to shortlist when applications are large.
- Recruitment Test (if applicable): For some posts UPSC may hold a recruitment test; where a test is conducted candidates must obtain minimum suitability marks at that stage.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. Minimum suitability marks in interview are 50 for Unreserved, 45 for OBC, and 40 for SC/ST/PwBD (out of 100).
- Final Selection: Final selection will follow achievement of minimum suitability marks and satisfaction of eligibility and other requirements as per UPSC rules.
How to Apply
- Visit the UPSC Online Application Portal and read the general instructions carefully.
- Create a Universal Registration Number (URN) by providing details including a Photo ID Card (Aadhaar Card recommended).
- Fill in the Common Application Form (CAF) with all required personal and educational details.
- Upload required documents: photograph (live photo capture), signature (three times on plain white paper), date of birth proof (10th certificate), educational certificates and mark sheets, experience certificates (prescribed proforma), caste/OBC/disability certificates if applicable, and any other relevant documents.
- Pay the application fee of Rs.25 online if applicable (Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI or Internet Banking). SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates are exempted.
- Submit the completed online application. No corrections or withdrawals are allowed after submission. Take a printout for future reference.
- Submit the application by 01-05-2026 up to 18:00 Hrs. No printed copy needs to be sent to UPSC.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility/qualification criteria for these posts?
Qualifications vary by post. Assistant Keeper requires a Master’s degree in Anthropology and a Diploma in Museology; Senior Store Officer requires a Master’s/Bachelor’s in specified subjects plus a related diploma and experience; Livestock Officer requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science with registration and relevant experience.
How do I apply for these UPSC vacancies?
Applications must be submitted online via the UPSC online application portal. Candidates should create a URN, fill the Common Application Form, upload required documents, pay any applicable fee, and submit the application by the deadline.
What is the last date to apply?
The online application must be submitted by 01-05-2026 (applications accepted up to 18:00 Hrs on that date).
What is the selection process for these posts?
UPSC will shortlist candidates from online applications and may use additional shortlisting criteria. Where applicable, there may be a recruitment test; shortlisted candidates will be called for interview and must meet minimum suitability marks at each stage.
What are the pay scales for the advertised posts?
Pay scales are given as Level-07 for Assistant Keeper, Level-10 for Senior Store Officer Grade-II, and Level-10 plus NPA for Livestock Officer in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.
