UPSC Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE 2026

UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE

UPSC has released an official notification for the recruitment of Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE posts. Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 06 Oct 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

UPSC Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE - Overview

Organization	UPSC
Post Name	Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE
Qualification	Any Graduate
Location	Nagpur,Kolkata,New Delhi,Chennai,Mumbai, Maharashtra,Tamil Nadu,West Bengal,Delhi
Job Type	Full Time
Application Start Date	16 Sep 2026
Last Date to Apply	06 Oct 2026
Official Website	upsc.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for UPSC Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: Any Graduate. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Important Dates

Application Start Date	16 Sep 2026
Last Date to Apply	06 Oct 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for UPSC Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: upsc.gov.in
Look for the Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	upsc.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions

These are two Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations notified by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on 16.09.2026: the Combined Section Officers' (Grade-'B') LDCE, 2026, and the Combined Stenographers' (Grade-'B'/Grade-'I') LDCE for the years 2022, 2023 & 2024. Both are restricted to eligible serving government employees.

What is the last date to apply for UPSC Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE 2026?

The online application can be filled from 16.09.2026 to 06.10.2026 (till 06:00 PM) for both examinations. For the Section Officers' LDCE, the printed copy of the application must reach UPSC through the prescribed channel by 23.10.2026.

When is the UPSC Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE 2026 exam?

Both examinations will be held on 12th and 13th December 2026.

What are the categories/services under UPSC Section Officers' Grade-B LDCE 2026?

Six categories are notified: Category I (Central Secretariat Service), Category II (Indian Foreign Service, Branch 'B'), Category III (Railway Board Secretariat Service), Category VIII (Intelligence Bureau), Category X (Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service), and Category XI (Employees' State Insurance Corporation).

What is the eligibility for UPSC Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE 2026?

Both are Limited Departmental Competitive Examinations open only to eligible serving government employees, as per Rules published by DoPT in the Gazette of India dated 16.09.2026. Specific qualification and service-related eligibility conditions are not detailed in the provided notification excerpt; candidates should refer to the full official notification and Rules.

How can I apply online for UPSC Section Officers and Stenographers LDCE 2026?

Candidates must register on https://upsconline.nic.in, complete Account Creation, Universal Registration, and the Common Application Form, then fill the Examination Specific Module for the relevant exam between 16.09.2026 and 06.10.2026. Section Officers' LDCE applicants must also submit a printed copy through proper channel to UPSC by 23.10.2026.

Where are the UPSC Section Officers' LDCE 2026 exam centres?

The Section Officers' Grade-B LDCE will be held at Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Nagpur. Exam centre details for the Stenographers' LDCE are not specified in the provided notification excerpt.