UPPSC PCS Notification 2026- The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has started the Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Recruitment 2026, this year there are near about 500 posts for different important government and administrative jobs in the state.
Candidates who have bachelor degree or some special post‑graduate qualification can apply. The application will be done only online on the official website. The process will begin from June 25, 2026 and the last date to submit form is July 27, 2026.
This recruitment is a very good chance for people who want to grow their career in Uttar Pradesh administration. Apply on time and check your qualification properly before filling the form.
UPPSC PCS Notification 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
| Advertisement Date | June 25, 2026 |
| Exam Name | Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | Approximately 500 Posts |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Application Mode | Online (OTR Based) |
| Official Website | https://uppsc.up.nic.in |
UPPSC PCS Notification 2026 Vacancy Details
| Category | Posts Included |
|---|---|
| Administrative Posts | Deputy Collector, Block Development Officer, District Basic Education Officer/Associate DIOS, Executive Officer Grade-I/Assistant Nagar Ayukta, District Administrative Officer, District Programme Officer |
| Police/Security Posts | Deputy Superintendent of Police, District Commandant Homeguards, Superintendent Jail, Deputy Jailor |
| Revenue/Finance Posts | Treasury Officer/Accounts Officer, Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Tax), Commercial Tax Officer, Assistant Accounts Officer (Treasury), Accounts Officer (Nagar Vikas), Account and Audit Officer (Mandi Parishad), Finance and Accounts Officer (Urban Development Department) |
| Transport Posts | Assistant Regional Transport Officer, Passenger/Goods Tax Officer, Assistant Prosecuting Officer (Transport) |
| Labour & Industries Posts | Assistant Labour Commissioner, Labour Enforcement Officer, Assistant Commissioner Industries, Assistant Commissioner Industries (Enforcement), Manager Credit (Small Industries), Manager Marketing and Economic Survey (Small Industries) |
| Welfare Posts | District Minority Welfare Officer, District Backward Welfare Officer, District Social Welfare Officer, District Handicapped Welfare Officer, District Probation Officer, Child Development Project Officer |
| Education Posts | Senior Lecturer DIET, Principal Government Intermediate College |
| Other Technical/Misc. Posts | Cane Inspector and Assistant Sugar Commissioner, District Cane Officer, Statistical Officer, Excise Inspector, Food Safety Officer, Technical Assistant (Geophysics/Geology), Management Officer/Manager (Estate Department), Information Officer/District Information Officer, Manager, Chemist, Officer on Special Duty (Computer), Law Officer, Sub Registrar, Assistant Registrar (Cooperative), Regional Employment Officer, District Saving Officer, District Panchayat Raj Officer, District Supply Officer Grade-2, District Food Marketing Officer, Area Rationing Officer, District Audit (Revenue Audit), Assistant Controller Legal Measurement (Grade-1 and Grade-2), District Youth Welfare and Pradeshik Vikas Dal Officer, Deputy Secretary (Housing and Urban Planning), Executive Officer (Panchayati Raj), Marketing Officer (Mandi Parishad), Secretary Class-2 (Mandi Parishad) |
Eligibility Criteria of UPPSC PCS Notification 2026
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Minimum Essential Educational Qualification Required |
| General PCS Posts | Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University. |
| Principal (Govt. Intermediate College) | Postgraduate degree with a B.Ed. degree and 3 years of continuous teaching experience. |
| Senior Lecturer, DIET | Postgraduate degree with a B.Ed. degree. |
| Labour Enforcement Officer | Bachelor’s degree in Economics/Sociology/Commerce, or Post Graduate Diploma/Degree in Law/Labour Welfare/Personnel Management/Social Work, etc. |
| Food Safety Officer | Bachelor’s Degree in Food/Dairy/Oil Technology, Biotechnology, Agricultural/Veterinary Sciences, Bio-Chemistry, Microbiology, or Master’s Degree in Chemistry, or Degree in Medicine. |
| District Probation Officer | Postgraduate Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Women Studies or Gender Studies. |
| OSD (Computer) | Graduation degree in Computer Engineering or First Class PG Degree in Math with a 1-year PG Diploma in Computer Science. |
| Assistant Prosecution Officer (Transport) | Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Degree. |
| Account and Audit Officer (Mandi Parishad) | Graduate in Commerce with Accountancy. |
Age Limit
| Category / Post | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Date of Birth Requirement |
| Standard Applicants | 21 Years | 40 Years | July 02, 1986 – July 01, 2005 |
| Principal Posts | 30 Years | 40 Years | Not explicitly specified |
| PH Candidates | — | 55 Years | Not born before July 02, 1971 |
Age Relaxation:
| Category of Applicant (UP) | Age Relaxation |
| SC / ST / OBC | 5 years |
| Skilled Players | 5 years |
| State Government Employees | 5 years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PH) | 15 years |
| EC / SSC / Ex-Army Personnels | 3 years + period of army service rendered |
Work Experience
| Post Name | Required Minimum Experience |
| Principal (Govt. Intermediate College) | 3 years of continuous teaching experience in recognized High School, Intermediate classes, or higher institutions. |
| Officer on Special Study (Computer) | 1 year of experience in computer work from a verified government department or authorized institute. |
| Account and Audit Officer (Mandi Parishad) | At least 5 years of experience in accounts work in a responsible capacity. |
UPPSC PCS Notification 2026 Salary and Benefits
Salary Structure: The posts carry pay scales ranging from Rs. 9300–34800/- with Grade Pay Rs. 4600/- up to Rs. 15600–39100/- with Grade Pay Rs. 5400/- (Level 6 to Level 10 equivalent framework).
Benefits & Allowances:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Medical facilities for self and family
- Provident Fund and Pension
Selection Process
Stage 1: Preliminary Exam (Multiple Choice) – A basic screening test to shortlist candidates.
Stage 2: Main Exam (Written) – Those who pass the first stage write detailed answers to show their in depth knowledge.
Stage 3: Interview (Personality Test) – Candidates who pass the written exam are interviewed to see if they are a good fit for the job.
Exam Pattern
| Exam Stage | Paper Name / Subjects | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| Preliminary Exam | Paper-I: General Studies-I | 150 Questions | 200 Marks | 2 Hours |
| Paper-II: General Studies-II (Qualifying at 33%) | 100 Questions | 200 Marks | 2 Hours | |
| Main Written Exam | General Hindi | Descriptive | 150 Marks | 3 Hours |
| Essay | Descriptive | 150 Marks | 3 Hours | |
| General Studies (Papers I to VI) | Descriptive | 200 Marks each | 3 Hours each | |
| Interview Test | Viva-Voce / Personality Test | Verbal Evaluation | 100 Marks | Merit-based |
Note on Negative Marking: In the Preliminary objective exam, a penalty of 1/3 (0.33) marks will be deducted for each incorrect response.
Documents Required
- One Time Registration (OTR) Number: Must be pre-generated via the OTR portal.
- Educational Documents: High School Certificate (as age proof), Bachelor’s/Postgraduate certificates, and year-wise mark sheets.
- Identity Proof: Valid photo identification documents such as PAN Card, Passport, or other official identity cards.
- Category Certificate: Valid SC/ST/OBC/EWS status certificates for reservation seekers (applicable only to UP Domiciles).
- Experience Certificate: Explicit teaching or computer work certification wherever specific technical qualification applies.
UPPSC PCS Notification 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Examination Fee | On-line Processing Fee | Total Fee Payable |
| Unreserved / OBC / EWS | Rs. 100/- | Rs. 25/- | Rs. 125/- |
| Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes (UP) | Rs. 40/- | Rs. 25/- | Rs. 65/- |
| Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) | NIL | Rs. 25/- | Rs. 25/- |
| Ex-Servicemen (UP) | Rs. 40/- | Rs. 25/- | Rs. 65/- |
How to Apply Online for UPPSC PCS Notification 2026
Step 1: Go to the official website at https://uppsc.up.nic.in.
Step 2: Create or update your account on the OTR website at https://otr.pariksha.nic.in.
Step 3: Log in to your account using your OTR Number and a password or OTP (One-Time Password).
Step 4: Fill in your required education details and double-check that your address and personal information are correct.
Step 5: Pay your application fee based on your category using the payment page.
Step 6: Download and print your payment receipt and final application form to keep for future reference.
| Apply Online Link | Click Here to Apply |
| Official Notification Download | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website homepage | Visit Official Website |
Important Dates
| Event Milestones | Scheduled Timeline Dates |
| Commencement of Online Applications | June 25, 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Registration & Fee Submission | July 27, 2026 |
| Final Modification & Correction Window Closes | August 03, 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination Date | To be notified later |
Physical Test Measurements for Specific Posts
| Targeted Cadre Post | Candidate Category Group | Height Requirement | Chest Unexpanded | Chest Expanded |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) | Male (General/OBC/SC) | 165 cm | 84 cm | 89 cm |
| Male (ST) | 160 cm | 79 cm | 84 cm | |
| Female (General/OBC/SC) | 152 cm | N/A | N/A | |
| Female (ST) | 147 cm | N/A | N/A | |
| District Commandant Home Guards | Male Candidates | 165 cm | 84 cm | 89 cm |
| Female Candidates | 150 cm | 79 cm | 84 cm | |
| Superintendent of Jail | General Cadres | 168 cm | 81.3 cm | 86.3 cm |
| Excise Inspector | Male Candidates | 167 cm | 81.2 cm | 86.2 cm |
| Deputy Jailor | Male Candidates | 168 cm | 81.3 cm | Minimum 5 cm expansion |
| Female Candidates | 152 cm (Weight 45–58 kg) | N/A | N/A |
Final Thought
The UPPSC PCS 2026 recruitment is a big chance for people who want to join the top administrative jobs in Uttar Pradesh before you fill the final form, you must update your One Time Registration (OTR) profile properly.
The exam is tough and it has negative marking you need to prepare in a smart way, you should study current affairs, important topics of administration and also improve your language skills. These areas will help you in exam.
Check your education qualification carefully before applying. Do not wait until the last day because on the last day the website can get slow or not work properly. The last date to submit the form is July 27.
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