Quick Info
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | Advt. No. A-1/E-1/2026, dated 25 June 2026 |
| Exam Name | Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | ~500 Posts (Group A & Group B) |
| Notification Released | 25 June 2026 |
| Application Starts | 25 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 July 2026 |
| Correction Window | Till 3 August 2026 |
| Age Limit | 21 to 40 years (as on 1 July 2026) |
| Education | Graduation from any recognised university |
| Application Fee (General/OBC/EWS) | ₹125 |
| Application Fee (SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen UP) | ₹65 |
| Application Fee (PH) | ₹25 (processing fee only) |
| Salary | ₹9,300 – ₹39,100 (6th Pay Commission) |
| OTR Mandatory | Yes — complete at otr.pariksha.nic.in before applying |
| Official Website | uppsc.up.nic.in |
UPPSC PCS 2026 — 500 Posts Apply Online, Last Date 27 July
Uttar Pradesh ki prestigious state civil services mein join karne ka mauka! Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) ne 25 June 2026 ko PCS (Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services) Examination 2026 ka official notification jari kar diya hai. Is recruitment mein ~500 Group A aur Group B vacancies hain — Deputy Collector, DSP, BDO, SDM, ARTO, Naib Tehsildar aur aur bhi important posts ke liye.
Online application process 25 June 2026 se start ho gayi hai aur last date 27 July 2026 hai. Application form correction window 3 August 2026 tak available rahegi.
The recruitment drive offers approximately 500 vacancies across various prestigious administrative and executive posts in the Uttar Pradesh Government. Apply karne se pehle OTR (One Time Registration) complete karna compulsory hai — otr.pariksha.nic.in par.
🟢 Application OPEN — Apply at uppsc.up.nic.in before 27 July 2026!
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UPPSC PCS 2026 — Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 25 June 2026 |
| Application Starts | 25 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 July 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 27 July 2026 |
| Correction / Modification Window | Till 3 August 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | To be announced |
| Official Website | uppsc.up.nic.in |
UPPSC PCS 2026 — Post-Wise Vacancy Details
Approximately 500 vacancies are available across a wide range of Group A and Group B gazetted posts. Major posts included in the recruitment:
| Post | Group | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | Group A | Revenue |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) | Group A | Home |
| Block Development Officer (BDO) | Group A | Panchayati Raj |
| Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) | Group A | Revenue |
| Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO) | Group A | Transport |
| Food Safety Officer | Group A | Health |
| Commercial Tax Officer | Group A | Taxation |
| Labour Enforcement Officer | Group A | Labour |
| Sub Registrar | Group B | Stamps |
| Treasury Officer | Group B | Finance |
| District Administrative Officer | Group B | Revenue |
| Naib Tehsildar | Group B | Revenue |
| District Youth Welfare Officer | Group B | Sports |
| Other Group A & B posts | Group A/B | Various |
The vacancy count may increase or decrease depending on circumstances and requirements.
UPPSC PCS 2026 — Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates who possess a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university can apply online.
- Minimum: Bachelor's Degree (Graduation) in any discipline from a recognised university
- Final-year students may apply provisionally — degree completion proof required for Mains application
- Specific posts (Food Safety Officer, DSP, etc.) require additional subject-specific qualifications — check official notification
Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)
Graduates aged 21 to 40 years (as on 1 July 2026) can apply online.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 21 to 40 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 21 to 43 years (+3 years) |
| SC / ST (UP domicile only) | 21 to 45 years (+5 years) |
| PH (Physically Handicapped) | Up to 55 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per UP Govt rules |
| Principal, Govt Intermediate College | 30 to 40 years |
Important: Reservation benefits (SC, ST, OBC, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, PH, Freedom Fighters' dependents, Outstanding Sports Persons) are available only to permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh. Candidates from other states are not entitled to any reservation or age relaxation.
Physical Standards
Physical measurement standards apply to specific posts — DSP, Superintendent of Jail, District Commandant Home Guards, Excise Inspector, Deputy Jailor, and District Youth Welfare. Candidates should verify their physical measurements before applying to avoid disqualification at later stages. For the post of DSP, vision requirement is 6/6.
UPPSC PCS 2026 — Application Fee
The fee is ₹125 for General/EWS/OBC candidates, ₹65 for SC/ST and Ex-Servicemen of UP, and ₹25 (online processing fee only) for PH candidates.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹125 |
| SC / ST (UP domicile) | ₹65 |
| Ex-Servicemen (UP) | ₹65 |
| PH (Differently Abled) | ₹25 (processing fee only) |
Payment Mode: Online — Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI
UPPSC PCS 2026 — Salary
Posts included carry pay scales as per the 6th Pay Commission ranging from Rs. 9300–34800 (Grade Pay Rs. 4600) to Rs. 15600–39100 (Grade Pay Rs. 5400), except Naib Tehsildar (Grade Pay Rs. 4200).
| Pay Scale | Grade Pay | Applicable Posts |
|---|---|---|
| ₹15,600 – ₹39,100 | ₹5,400 | Deputy Collector, DSP, BDO, SDM |
| ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 | ₹4,600 | ARTO, Commercial Tax Officer, Labour Officer |
| ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 | ₹4,200 | Naib Tehsildar |
Additional Government Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Travel Allowance (TA)
- Medical facilities for self and family
- Government accommodation (at many postings)
- Pension benefits
Note: UP government is in the process of transitioning to 7th Pay Commission. After implementation, Deputy Collector and DSP will be at Level-10 (₹56,100/month basic pay).
UPPSC PCS 2026 — Selection Process
3 stages mein selection hoti hai:
Stage 1 — Preliminary Examination (Screening)
The UPPSC PCS Prelims 2026 covers two papers: General Studies-I (200 marks, 150 questions) and General Studies-II (200 marks, 100 questions, qualifying).
| Paper | Subjects | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS Paper I | History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Environment, Current Affairs | 150 | 200 |
| GS Paper II (CSAT) | Comprehension, Reasoning, Aptitude | 100 | 200 |
CSAT is qualifying — candidates must score minimum 33% (66 out of 200) in CSAT. CSAT marks not counted in merit.
Stage 2 — Main Examination (Merit-based)
The Main Examination has 8 conventional papers totalling 1500 marks, covering General Hindi, Essay, and six General Studies papers.
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Hindi | 150 |
| Paper II | Essay | 150 |
| Papers III–VI | General Studies (4 papers) | 200 each (800 total) |
| Papers VII–VIII | UP-specific GS papers | 200 each (400 total) |
| Total | 1500 marks |
Stage 3 — Interview / Personality Test
- Mains qualify karne ke baad interview
- Tests general awareness, personality, communication
- Interview marks final merit mein count hote hain
UPPSC PCS Prelims Syllabus — Key Topics
General Studies Paper I (200 marks)
- Indian History — Ancient, Medieval, Modern India + Freedom Movement
- Indian Polity & Constitution — Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles, Parliament, Judiciary
- Geography — Indian & World Geography, Physical, Economic, Social
- Economy — National Income, Poverty, Planning, Budget basics
- General Science — Physics, Chemistry, Biology — 10th standard level
- Environment & Ecology — Climate Change, Biodiversity, Environmental Laws
- Current Affairs — National & International events last 12 months
- UP-specific GK — History, Culture, Economy, Political System of UP
General Studies Paper II — CSAT (200 marks, Qualifying only)
- Reading Comprehension
- Interpersonal & Communication Skills
- Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
- Decision Making & Problem Solving
- General Mental Ability
- Basic Numeracy — Numbers, percentage, ratio
OTR Registration — Complete This FIRST
All applications must be submitted online only through the official UPPSC portal: uppsc.up.nic.in. The application follows an OTR (One Time Registration) based system across four stages: Obtain OTR Number: Register on the OTR portal at otr.pariksha.nic.in at least 72 hours before submitting the application.
Step-by-Step OTR Process
- Visit otr.pariksha.nic.in
- Click on "New OTR Registration"
- Enter personal details — name, DOB, mobile, email
- Upload photograph and signature
- Submit → receive your OTR Number
- Complete OTR registration at least 72 hours before applying — do this today!
How to Apply — UPPSC PCS 2026
- Complete OTR first at otr.pariksha.nic.in
- Visit uppsc.up.nic.in
- Click on "Notifications / Advertisements"
- Find "UPPSC PCS Notification 2026 — Advt. No. A-1/E-1/2026"
- Click "Apply Online"
- Login using your OTR Number and Password
- Fill the application form:
- Personal details — name, DOB, address, category
- Academic details — graduation degree, university
- Post preferences — indicate which posts you are applying for
- Upload photograph and signature
- Pay application fee online
- Submit the form
- Download and print the confirmation page and fee receipt
Correction window: The last date for correction/modification is 3 August 2026. Use this window to fix any errors — after 3 August no changes allowed.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official UPPSC Website | uppsc.up.nic.in |
| OTR Registration | otr.pariksha.nic.in |
| PCS 2026 Notification PDF | uppsc.up.nic.in → Notifications |
| UPPSC Helpdesk | uppsc.up.nic.in → Contact |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. UPPSC PCS 2026 ka last date kya hai? The last date to apply online is 27 July 2026. Correction window 3 August 2026 tak available hai. OTR registration pehle complete karein — application se at least 72 ghante pehle.
Q2. UPPSC PCS 2026 mein kitni vacancies hain? The recruitment drive offers approximately 500 vacancies across various prestigious administrative and executive posts in the Uttar Pradesh Government. Deputy Collector, DSP, BDO, SDM, ARTO, Naib Tehsildar aur aur bhi posts shamil hain.
Q3. UPPSC PCS 2026 ke liye age limit kya hai? Graduates aged 21 to 40 years (as on 1 July 2026) can apply online. SC/ST/OBC ko UP Govt rules ke according age relaxation milta hai.
Q4. UPPSC PCS salary kitni hoti hai? Posts carry pay scales ranging from Rs. 9300–34800 (Grade Pay Rs. 4600) to Rs. 15600–39100 (Grade Pay Rs. 5400). DA, HRA, TA aur other government allowances milte hain. 7th CPC implementation ke baad Deputy Collector ki salary ₹56,100/month hogi.
Q5. OTR kya hai aur kaise complete karein? All applications must be submitted online through uppsc.up.nic.in following an OTR (One Time Registration) based system. Register on the OTR portal at otr.pariksha.nic.in at least 72 hours before submitting the application.
Q6. UPPSC PCS 2026 mein application fee kitni hai? The fee is ₹125 for General/EWS/OBC candidates, ₹65 for SC/ST and Ex-Servicemen of UP, and ₹25 (online processing fee only) for PH candidates.
Q7. Kya dusre state ke candidates UP PCS mein reservation benefit le sakte hain? Reservation benefits are available only to permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh. Candidates from other states are not entitled to any reservation or age relaxation. Dusre states ke candidates general category mein apply kar sakte hain.
Conclusion
UPPSC PCS 2026 Uttar Pradesh ke sab se prestigious state civil services exams mein se ek hai — ~500 vacancies with Deputy Collector, DSP, BDO jaise top administrative posts. Graduation eligible candidates ke liye yeh ek golden opportunity hai UP state government mein join karne ka.
Last date 27 July 2026 hai — abhi uppsc.up.nic.in par jaayein, OTR complete karein aur apply karein!
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Last Updated: 11 July 2026 | Source: uppsc.up.nic.in — Official UPPSC Website, Advt. No. A-1/E-1/2026 dated 25 June 2026