UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released new notification to fill the vacancies of 02 Anthropologist Jobs, All interested and eligible candidates can use this job opportunity to apply for these posts before the last date of application. Candidates who have completed their Master's Degree can apply for the UPSC Anthropologist Notification 2026. The Selection Process for UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026 will be Recruitment Test and Interview. The online application will start from 28.03.2026 and remain open till 17.04.2026 through the official website.
Check below education details, age limit, selection process, application fee, salary, and how to apply for UPSC Anthropologist Online Application Form 2026.
UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026
| UPSC Anthropologist Eligibility & Vacancy 2026 details |
| Organization Name |
Union Public Service Commission |
| Vacancy |
02 |
| Post name |
Anthropologist (Cultural Anthropology Division), Anthropologist (Physical Anthropology Division) |
| Starting date |
28.03.2026 |
| Ending date |
17.04.2026 |
| Qualification |
Master's Degree in Anthropology |
| Salary |
Level-10 |
| Job Location |
All over India |
| Apply Mode |
Only through Online |
| Official Website |
https://upsc.gov.in/ |
Vacancy details for UPSC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
No. of Posts |
| Anthropologist (Cultural Anthropology Division) |
01 |
| Anthropologist (Physical Anthropology Division) |
01 |
| Total |
02 Posts |
Eligibility details for UPSC Recruitment 2026
Qualification details for UPSC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Qualification |
| Anthropologist (Cultural Anthropology Division) |
Master's degree in Anthropology of a recognized University with more than fifty percent papers in Cultural Anthropology in final year examination. Three years research experience in Anthropology. |
| Anthropologist (Physical Anthropology Division) |
Master's degree in Anthropology of a recognized University with more than fifty percent papers in Physical Anthropology or Biological Anthropology in final year examination. Three years research experience in Anthropology. |
Age limits for UPSC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Age limit |
| Anthropologist (Cultural Anthropology Division) |
38 Years (As on 17.04.2026) |
| Anthropologist (Physical Anthropology Division) |
35 Years (As on 17.04.2026) |
Salary details for UPSC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Salary Details |
| Anthropologist (Cultural Anthropology Division) |
Level-10 |
| Anthropologist (Physical Anthropology Division) |
Level-10 |
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Selection process
>Interview
UPSC Notification 2026 Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| Gen / OBC / EWS |
Rs. 25/- |
| SC / ST / PwD |
Nil |
Important Dates for the UPSC Notification 2026:
| Notification Published |
27.03.2026 |
| Application Start Date |
28.03.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
17.04.2026 |
Notification PDF and Application form, details
FAQs – UPSC Anthropologist Recruitment 2026
Education Qualification Details
Candidates must have a Master's degree in Anthropology from a recognized University with more than 50% papers in Cultural Anthropology or Physical/Biological Anthropology (as applicable) in the final year examination, along with 3 years of research experience in Anthropology.
Age Limit
Anthropologist (Cultural Anthropology Division): Maximum 38 years. Anthropologist (Physical Anthropology Division): Maximum 35 years. Age relaxation: +5 years for SC/ST, +3 years for OBC (NCL), +10/13/15 years for PwD (UR/OBC/SC-ST), and as per Govt. policy for Ex-Servicemen. Age as on 17.04.2026.
How to Apply Online for UPSC Anthropologist 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ between 28.03.2026 and 17.04.2026. Read the official notification carefully before submitting the application form online.