UPSC Ayurveda Jobs 2026: Medical Officer Vacancy, Pay Scale, Age Limit & How to Apply
UPSC Advertisement No. 06/2026

Government Jobs for
Ayurveda Graduates 2026

5 UPSC vacancies open for BAMS graduates — full pay breakdown, eligibility, dates & fee in one place

🌿 Medical Officer (Ayurvedic) 🔬 Research Officer (Ayurveda) 🏛 Ministry of Ayush 📍 UT Ladakh
Last Date: 3 July 2026 — Only Days Left! Applications are open from 13 June 2026. Apply now on upsconline.nic.in — don't wait till the last moment.

Available Posts

2 Posts, 5 Vacancies for Ayurveda Graduates

1

Medical Officer (Ayurvedic)

Vacancy No. 26060673113 · UT Ladakh · Health & Medical Education Dept.

Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Level
Level 9
Age Limit
45 yrs (ST)
Reservation
ST — 01

💰 Pay Level 9 — Monthly Salary Breakdown (7th CPC)

Basic Pay (Entry — Level 9, Cell 1)₹53,100
Dearness Allowance (DA @ 60%)₹31,860
House Rent Allowance — X City (30%)₹15,930
House Rent Allowance — Y City (20%)₹10,620
Transport Allowance + DA on TA~₹5,600
Gross Salary (Metro/X City)~₹1,06,490
Deductions (NPS 10% + Tax + CGHS)~₹18,000–22,000
Approx. In-Hand Salary~₹82,000–88,000

⚠️ DA is 60% as of January 2026 (approved April 2026). HRA depends on city posting. NPS deduction = 10% of Basic+DA. Figures are approximate — actual may vary by city class and annual increments. Max pay at Level 9 = ₹1,67,800.

📚 Essential Qualification

  • BAMS from a recognized University / Statutory State Board / Council under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970 or NCISM Act, 2020
  • Enrolment on the National or State Register for Indian System of Medicine

💼 Key Duties

  • Diagnose and treat patients using Ayurvedic principles
  • Manage AYUSH health facilities and supervise paramedical staff
  • Implement national health programmes
  • Maintain medical records and conduct public health outreach

⚠️ Special Conditions

  • Only Domiciles of UT Ladakh are eligible to apply
  • Valid Domicile Certificate issued by the Tehsildar is mandatory
  • Probation: 2 Years  |  Post: Permanent, Group-B Gazetted, Non-Ministerial
2

Medical Officer / Research Officer (Ayurveda)

Vacancy No. 26060681113 · Ministry of Ayush · New Delhi

Vacancies
4 Posts
Pay Level
Level 10 + NPA
Age (UR)
35 yrs
Reservation
UR·EWS·OBC·SC

💰 Pay Level 10 + NPA — Monthly Salary Breakdown (7th CPC)

Basic Pay (Entry — Level 10, Cell 1)₹56,100
NPA — Non-Practicing Allowance (20% of Basic)₹11,220
Dearness Allowance (DA @ 60% of Basic + NPA)₹40,392
House Rent Allowance — X City / Delhi (30%)₹16,830
Transport Allowance + DA on TA~₹5,600
Gross Salary (Metro/Delhi)~₹1,10,000–1,15,000
Deductions (NPS 10% + Tax + CGHS)~₹20,000–30,000
Approx. In-Hand Salary~₹75,000–95,000

⚠️ NPA = 20% of Basic Pay, as doctors cannot do private practice. DA is 60% as of January 2026 and is calculated on Basic + NPA. Max pay at Level 10 = ₹1,77,500. In-hand varies by city, tax slab & annual increment stage.

👥 Category-wise Age Limit

  • UR / EWS — 35 Years
  • OBC — 38 Years
  • SC — 40 Years
  • PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) — Additional 10 Years relaxation

📚 Essential Qualification

  • Degree in Ayurveda from a recognized University / Statutory State Board / Council under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970
  • Enrolment on the Central or State Register of Indian Medicine

💼 Key Duties

  • Work as Medical Officer at CGHS Dispensaries / Wellness Centres
  • Work as Research Officer when posted at the Ministry of Ayush

⚠️ Special Conditions

  • Private practice is strictly prohibited — NPA is paid as compensation
  • Liable to serve anywhere in India
  • Probation: 1 Year  |  Post: Permanent, Group-A Gazetted, Non-Ministerial

Important Dates

When to Apply?

📋 Notice / Start Date
13 June 2026
Applications are now open
⏳ Eligibility Check
3 July 2026
Qualifications verified as on this date
🚨 Last Date
3 July 2026
By 6:00 PM (1800 Hrs) only
⚠️ Important: No application will be accepted after the closing date. Submitting incorrect information may lead to rejection. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Application Fee

How Much Does It Cost?

CategoryFeePayment Mode
General (UR) — MaleUPI / Debit / Credit / Net Banking
EWS — MaleUPI / Debit / Credit / Net Banking
OBC — MaleUPI / Debit / Credit / Net Banking
SC / STFREE
Women (All Categories)FREE
PwBD / DivyangFREE

Step-by-Step Guide

How to Apply?

1
Visit the Official UPSC Portal Go to upsconline.nic.in/ora/ — UPSC's official Online Recruitment Application portal
2
Create Your Account (Universal Registration) First-time users must register to get a URN (Universal Registration Number) — keep it safe
3
Keep Aadhaar Ready UPSC recommends Aadhaar-based verification — keep it ready before starting the form
4
Fill the Post-Specific Form Select Vacancy No. 26060673113 (Ladakh) or 26060681113 (Ayush) and complete your details
5
Upload Required Documents BAMS degree, Register enrolment proof, Domicile Certificate (Ladakh post), Caste certificate if applicable
6
Pay Fee & Submit Pay ₹25 via UPI / Card / Net Banking (SC/ST/Women/PwBD are exempt) — note your Application Number

Official Resources

Important Links & Notifications

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Source: UPSC Advertisement No. 06/2026  |  Pay data: 7th CPC Pay Matrix, DA @ 60% (Jan 2026)  |  This blog is for informational purposes only — always verify from official UPSC website.