UPSSSC Lower PCS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2285 Posts | Check Eligibility, Salary & Last Date
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released an official notification inviting online applications for 2285 vacancies under the Sammilit Avar Adhinsth Seva (Snatак Stariy) Mukhya Pariksha (Pra0A0Pa0-2025)/08. This is a golden opportunity for UP graduates who have already qualified the PET-2025 exam. Posts are spread across multiple government departments including Revenue, Agriculture, Urban Development, Industry, and more. If you are looking for a secure government job in Uttar Pradesh in 2026, don’t miss this — last date to apply is 25 June 2026 (Extended).
🏢 Organization Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow |
| Advertisement No. | Vigyan Sankhya-07-Pariksha/2026 |
| Exam Code | Pra0A0Pa0-2025/08 |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh (Various Districts & Departments) |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC is regarded as one of the most reliable government recruiting agencies in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The examinations are conducted for vacancies at the group ‘C’ level by the state government. This particular recruiting drive is aimed at recruiting candidates in 11 main departments of the UP government.
📊 Number of Vacancies & Reservation
Total Vacancies: 2285
| S.No | Department | Post Name | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Directorate of Treasury, UP | Sahayak Koshaagar Lekhakar | 278 | 17 | — | 75 | 54 | 548 |
| 02 | Cooperative Societies & Panchayat Lekha Pariksha Directorate, UP | Lekha Parikshak | 170 | 09 | — | 87 | 41 | 419 |
| 03 | State Agriculture Produce Mandi Parishad, UP | Ameen / Nilamkarta | 149 | 01 | — | 65 | 32 | 323 |
| 04 | Municipal Corporation Directorate, UP | Adhishaasi Adhikari | 109 | 04 | — | 36 | 23 | 238 |
| 05 | State Agriculture Produce Mandi Parishad, UP | Lipik Sah Tankak / Rokadiya Sah Lipik / Lekha Lipik | 101 | 06 | — | 48 | 22 | 229 |
| 06 | Office of Consolidation Commissioner, UP | Sahayak Chakbandi Adhikari / Sahayak Aayatikaran Adhikari | 78 | 04 | — | 30 | 16 | 168 |
| 07 | Industries & Enterprise Promotion Directorate, Kanpur | Sahayak Prabandhak (Non-Technical) – General | 54 | 03 | — | 29 | 13 | 134 |
| 08 | Industries & Enterprise Promotion Directorate, Kanpur | Sahayak Prabandhak (Non-Technical) – Special Selection | — | 01 | — | 00 | — | 03 |
| 09 | UP State Road Transport Corporation, Lucknow | Kendra Prabhari | 37 | 01 | — | 20 | 09 | 92 |
| 10 | Family Welfare Directorate, UP, Lucknow | Zila Sahayak Pratikshan Adhikari | 35 | 01 | — | 18 | 08 | 85 |
| 11 | State Agriculture Mandi Parishad, UP | Mandi Paryavekshak Shreni-2 | 19 | 01 | — | 12 | 04 | 46 |
Remark: The above vacant positions may be altered in accordance with UP Government’s reservation criteria. Horizontal reservations can also be availed by candidates belonging to categories PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, Women, and Outstanding Sports Persons.
The UP government offers reservation facilities to SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, and Ex-servicemen aspirants. Hence, this will greatly enhance the prospect of getting selected for reserved aspirants. There are a total of 2285 vacancies in 11 departments; hence, competition will be tough, yet manageable through proper planning.
🎓 Educational Qualification (Post-wise)
All posts require a Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) from any recognized university established by law in India. Post-specific qualifications are as follows:
Post 1 – Sahayak Koshaagar Lekhakar: Graduation in any subject from a recognized university. Preference (Adhimaan) given to candidates with at least 2 years service in the Territorial Army OR who hold NCC ‘B’ certificate.
Post 2 – Lekha Parikshak: Graduation from a recognized university is mandatory. Preference for candidates with NCC ‘B’ or 2 years Territorial Army service.
Post 3 – Ameen / Nilamkarta: Graduation from a recognized university. Preference given to candidates with experience in agricultural marketing (Krishi Vipanan).
Post 4 – Adhishaasi Adhikari (Municipal): Graduation required. Additionally, a Computer Diploma (O-level or equivalent) from a recognized institution is required for permanent regularization. Preference for NCC ‘B’ or 2 years Territorial Army service.
Post 5 – Lipik Sah Tankak / Lekha Lipik: Graduation from recognized university. Preference for candidates with experience in cash handling, accounts, and Hindi typing speed of minimum 25 words per minute.
Post 6 – Sahayak Chakbandi Adhikari / Sahayak Aayatikaran Adhikari: Graduation (Law degree from a recognized university preferred). Also preference for candidates with NCC ‘B’ or 2 years Territorial Army service.
Post 7 & 8 – Sahayak Prabandhak (Non-Technical): Graduation or equivalent from any recognized university or institution approved by the government.
Post 9 – Kendra Prabhari (UPSRTC): Graduation plus working knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script is required.
Post 10 – Zila Sahayak Pratikshan Adhikari: Candidate must have passed Intermediate with Science (Biology + Maths) from UP Board AND hold a graduation degree from a recognized university. Computer diploma or degree is also beneficial.
Post 11 – Mandi Paryavekshak Shreni-2: Graduation with minimum 50% marks AND Intermediate with minimum 50% marks. For SC/ST/OBC candidates, minimum 45% in both is required.
Candidates must possess all the qualifications required for education by the last date of applying which is on 25 June 2026 (Extended). Foreign qualifications will have to be equivalent as approved by the UGC/AICTE/Central Govt. authorities.
📉 Minimum Qualifying Marks
Shortlisting candidates for the Main Written Exam will be done through the Normalized Score of PET-2025. Candidates obtaining zero or negative score in PET-2025 will not be shortlisted. In case of Post 11 (Mandi Paryavekshak Shreni-2), the qualification criteria for the post include 50% marks in Graduation and Intermediate (45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
Cutoff information is important for preparing for the examination. Short listing for the Main Exam will be done by taking 15 times the number of posts in each category depending upon the normalized score of PET-2025.
🎂 Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 1st July of the recruitment year (calendar year in which vacancies were advertised).
| Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Most Posts (General/UR) | 21 Years | 40 Years |
| Post 9 – Kendra Prabhari (UPSRTC) | 18 Years | 40 Years |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC (UP Domicile) | As per UP Government norms (generally 5 years) |
| PwBD | As per rules |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per UP Government rules |
| State Govt. Employees | Up to 5 years |
| Territorial Army Personnel | As per notification |
| Mukhyamantri Adhyetavritti holders | As per new UP Govt. rules 2026 |
Only UP domicile candidates can avail themselves of reservation and age relaxation facilities. Non-UP domicile candidates would fall in the category of unreserved (general). Candidates belonging to the stipulated period must carefully ensure their eligibility before applying.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR/General) | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| OBC (Other Backward Class) | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
Payment Mode: Credit Card / Debit Card / Internet Banking / UPI / SBI e-Challan only. No other payment mode is accepted.
Point to remember: Only shortlisted candidates will have to pay the Main Exam fees separately.
The fee required for applying to the exam is nominal (only ₹25 as a processing fee), which makes it one of the cheapest exams among government recruiting procedures in UP. It should be settled before 25 June 2026 even if the last date of submitting applications is 25 June 2026 (Extended).
⚙️ Selection Process
The selection will be based on the following stages:
- PET-2025 Qualification (Already Conducted) — Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 and have a valid score card issued by UPSSSC are eligible to apply.
- Main Written Examination (Mains) — A single objective-type written paper will be held. Shortlisting for this exam is done based on PET-2025 normalized score (15x the number of posts per category).
- Document Verification — After the written exam, selected candidates will be called for document verification.
- Final Merit List — Final selection will be based on Main Exam marks and document verification.
Note: There is no Interview in this recruitment. The entire selection is based on written exam performance. With negative marking of 1/4th per wrong answer, accuracy in the exam is more important than speed. Candidates must strategize accordingly.
📚 Examination Syllabus & Pattern
Exam Pattern:
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Time Duration | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Question Type | Objective / Multiple Choice |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks per wrong answer (1/4th) |
Exam Syllabus (3 Parts):
Part-1 – General / Subject Knowledge (65 Questions, 65 Marks)
| Topic | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| History of India & Indian National Movement | 05 | 05 |
| Indian Polity & Constitution | 10 | 10 |
| Geography of India & World | 05 | 05 |
| Indian Economy & Social Development | 10 | 10 |
| General Science | 05 | 05 |
| Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management | 10 | 10 |
| Current Events (National & International) | 05 | 05 |
| General Intelligence Test | 05 | 05 |
| Elementary Mathematical Knowledge | 05 | 05 |
| General Hindi | 05 | 05 |
Part-2 – Computer & IT Knowledge (15 Questions, 15 Marks) Covers Computer basics, Internet, WWW, Hardware/Software, MS-Word, MS-Excel, Email, IT gadgets, Digital Financial Tools, Cyber Security, AI, Big Data, Machine Learning, IoT.
Part-3 – Uttar Pradesh General Knowledge (20 Questions, 20 Marks) Covers UP History, Culture, Art, Architecture, Festivals, Literature, Geography, Environment, Economy, Agriculture, Industry, Polity, Administration, and Current Affairs of UP.
As far as students appearing in this examination are concerned, it is important that they pay equal attention to all the three sections since Section 3 (UP GK) has 20 marks, while Section 2 (Computer) has 15 marks; hence both these sections have 35% weightage in the paper.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 30 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 29 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application & Fee | 25 June 2026 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Application Correction | 02 July 2026 (Extended) |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
It is advised not to submit your application on the very last day because the system becomes very busy due to a lot of submissions, and any problem can crop up. Applicants need to apply at the earliest, and keep their documents ready beforehand. No application shall be entertained beyond 25 June 2026 (Extended).
📝 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official website: Go to upsssc.gov.in
- Go to Live Advertisement Section: On the homepage, find the “Live Advertisement Segment” and click on Advertisement No. 07-Pariksha/2026.
- Login using PET-2025 Registration Number: Authenticate via OTP sent to your registered mobile/email linked with your PET-2025 registration.
- Check Pre-filled Details: Your personal details from PET-2025 will appear automatically — name, DOB, category, EWS, PH details, etc.
- Select Post Preference: Choose the post(s) you wish to apply for and fill in educational qualification details (Board/University name, roll number, year, marks, certificate details).
- Fill Other Details: Add post preference order, departmental preference, and any reserved category details (if applicable).
- Verify Photo & Signature: These will be auto-fetched from PET-2025. You cannot change them.
- Submit Declaration: Read the declaration carefully, tick all checkboxes, enter verification code, and click “Save and Submit.”
- Pay Application Fee: Pay ₹25 via Credit/Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan.
- Download Application Form: After successful payment, your form will be auto-submitted. Download and print the application form for future reference.
- Correction Window (if needed): Any permitted corrections can be done up to 25 June 2026 via the Applicant’s Dashboard → Modify Application option.
This is a fully online application process — no offline forms or postal applications are accepted. If you face any technical issues, visit upsssc.gov.in or contact UPSSSC office on any working day.
📜 General Conditions / Important Instructions
- Only candidates who have appeared in PET-2025 and have a valid score card are eligible to apply.
- Candidates must possess all required qualifications by 18 June 2026.
- For reservation benefits, only UP domicile candidates are eligible.
- EWS candidates must have an EWS certificate issued between 01 April 2026 and 18 June 2026 based on FY 2025-26 income, valid for FY 2026-27.
- Female candidates from UP will be placed in vertical reservation categories. Caste certificate from the father’s side is mandatory for UP women candidates.
- Candidates with more than one living spouse are not eligible.
- If a candidate submits multiple applications, only the last submitted one will be accepted.
- Date of birth as mentioned in High School certificate is the only accepted proof.
- Candidates serving in Central/State Government must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
- Candidates with pending/provisional status in PET-2025 results may apply provisionally, but their final selection will be subject to the outcome of ongoing investigations.
- Cheating or misconduct in the exam will lead to cancellation and debarment from future exams. UP Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act 2024 provisions will apply.
- All notifications and updates will only be posted on the official website. UPSSSC does not communicate personally with individual candidates.
🔗 Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://upsssc.gov.in |
| Official Notification PDF | Available on upsssc.gov.in (Advertisement No. 07-Pariksha/2026) |
| Official Website | https://upsssc.gov.in |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 25 June 2026 (Extended). However, candidates can reconcile their fee and make permitted corrections in their application form up to 25 June 2026. No application or fee will be accepted after 25 June 2026 (Extended) under any circumstances.
Only those candidates who have appeared in the UPSSSC PET-2025 (Preliminary Eligibility Test) and have a valid score card issued by UPSSSC are eligible to apply. Additionally, candidates must hold a graduation degree from a recognized university and meet the age criteria (21 to 40 years for most posts). UP domicile is required for reservation and age relaxation benefits.
The salary varies by post and level. Key examples: Sahayak Koshaagar Lekhakar – Level 5, Pay Band ₹29,200 to ₹92,300. Adhishaasi Adhikari (Municipal) – Wage Matrix Level-6, Pay Band ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400. Lipik/Tankak posts – Level 4, ₹25,500 to ₹81,100. In addition to basic pay, DA, HRA, and other government allowances are also admissible.
The selection process consists of three stages: (1) PET-2025 qualification (already completed – used for shortlisting), (2) Main Written Examination (100 objective questions, 100 marks, 2 hours, with negative marking of 1/4th), and (3) Document Verification. There is no interview in this recruitment. Final merit is based on Main Exam performance.
The application fee is the same for all categories — only an online processing fee of ₹25 is charged. The base application fee is ₹0 for all categories (UR, OBC, SC, ST). Payment can be made via Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan.
The Main Exam has 100 questions in 3 parts: Part-1 (65 marks) covers Indian History, Polity, Geography, Economy, General Science, Environment, Current Affairs, Reasoning, Math, and Hindi. Part-2 (15 marks) covers Computer & Information Technology. Part-3 (20 marks) covers Uttar Pradesh General Knowledge including history, culture, economy, geography, and current events of UP.
No. Appearing in UPSSSC PET-2025 is a mandatory prerequisite for applying in this recruitment. Candidates who did not register or appear in PET-2025 are not eligible to apply for UPSSSC Lower PCS Main Exam 2026. They can apply in future recruitments after appearing in subsequent PET exams conducted by UPSSSC.
⚠️ Disclaimer
The information provided in this post is based on the official notification issued by UPSSSC. CurrentOpenings (https://currentopenings.in/) has made every effort to present accurate details, but candidates are strongly advised to verify all information from the official UPSSSC website (upsssc.gov.in) and the original notification before applying. We are not responsible for any discrepancy, change, or update made by the recruiting authority after the publication of this post. Always refer to the official source for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)| Advertisement No. | 07-Exam/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 2285 |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Apply Date | 29 May 2026 — 25 Jun 2026 Expired |
| Job Location | 📍 Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Advertisement | Download PDF |
| Notification Release Date | 30 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 29 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application & Fee | 25 June 2026 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Application Correction | 02 July 2026 (Extended) |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Syllabus Issued | Download Syllabus PDF |
| Career/Recruitment URL | Open Now |
| Department Website | Open Offical Website |
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| Office Address | 10, Kasturba Gandhi Marg, Prayagraj - 211018 |
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