Uttar Pradesh Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has officially published the comprehensive notification and opened the online application window for the prestigious Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026. This extensive state-level recruitment drive is announced to fill approximately 500 vacancies across esteemed Group A and Group B administrative and allied sub-services of the Uttar Pradesh government. Qualified graduates matching the specified physical and specialized conditions can register their profiles on the official portal starting June 25, 2026. The submission window including fee payment processing will conclude on July 27, 2026, while application form correction facilities remain active until August 3, 2026. To be eligible, aspirants must complete their mandatory One-Time Registration (OTR) protocols via the official website at least 72 hours before filling out the main form. The highly competitive preliminary screening examination is scheduled to be held on December 6, 2026.
500
Total Posts
Pay Level 10 — ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 per month (Plus DA, HRA, and medical benefits as per 7th Pay Commission rules)
Salary
21–40
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Uttar Pradesh
Location
Timeline
25 Jun 2026
Detailed advertisement booklet hosted on website
25 Jun 2026
27 Jul 2026
Payment channel closes at end of bank day
27 Jul 2026
Online application lock deadline
28 Jul 2026 – 3 Aug 2026
Allows adjustments to selected structural entries
6 Dec 2026
Objective screening across various state centers
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About This Notification
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has formally initiated the recruitment timeline for the Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026. Functioning as one of the most high-profile competitive recruitment avenues in the state, this process selects capable administrative professionals to oversee essential municipal, regional administrative, law enforcement, and executive wings of the Uttar Pradesh Government. The current cycle features a substantial layout of roughly 500 vacancies, which remains subject to modifications based on real-time departmental vacancies before the final screening phase results.
- Key Positions: Deputy Collector (SDM), Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Block Development Officer (BDO), Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO), Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Tax), and District Basic Education Officer.
- Mandatory Pre-requisite: Registration is strictly contingent upon One Time Registration (OTR) authentication. Candidates must complete this step at least 72 hours before attempting to lock their final details.
- Selection Scheme: The multi-tiered sequence comprises a preliminary objective examination, a descriptive written main round, followed by a final interview and verification segment.
Aspirants are strongly recommended to evaluate their age criteria brackets and academic eligibility bounds before the online submission portal closes on July 27, 2026.
Key Details
Organization
Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission
Department
Administrative Services
Exam Name
Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026
Total Posts
500
Job Location
Uttar Pradesh
Selection Process
Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Objective MCQs) → Stage 2: Main Examination (Descriptive Written Papers) → Stage 3: Personality Test / Viva-Voce (Interview) → Stage 4: Medical Assessment & Document Verification
Official Website
https://uppsc.up.nic.in
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Must be a Citizen of India.
Age Limits
21 to 40 years as of July 1, 2026. Candidate should not be born earlier than July 2, 1986, and not later than July 1, 2005. Appropriate relaxation applies for native reserved quotas.
Educational Framework
Possession of a Bachelor's Degree or graduation equivalent from any recognized university by the last date of application submission.
Domicile Conditions
Open to all Indian states. However, candidates hailing from outside Uttar Pradesh will be categorised under General standards and cannot claim reservation or fee concessions.
Experience Limit
No previous work or training experience is mandatory.
Educational Qualification
- General Posts: Must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university or an institution approved by the central/state education bodies.
- Sub-Registrar / Assistant Prosecuting Officers: Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB).
- District Basic Education Officer / Associate DIOS: Post Graduate Degree in any discipline.
- District Audit Officer: Bachelor's Degree in Commerce (B.Com).
- Statistical Officer: Post Graduate Degree in Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics, or Statistics.
Age Limit
General Category: 21–40 years
- SC / ST / OBC Candidates of Uttar Pradesh: 5 years upper age relaxation
- Skilled Sportsmen of UP (Group B positions): 5 years upper age relaxation
- State Government Employees of UP: 5 years upper age relaxation
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD): 15 years relaxation (Maximum age limit up to 55 years)
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 years relaxation after deduction of the rendered defense service period
Important Dates
Official Notification Released
25 Jun 2026
Detailed advertisement booklet hosted on website
Online Application Commencement
25 Jun 2026
Last Date for Fee Deposit
27 Jul 2026
Payment channel closes at end of bank day
Last Date to Finalize Application
27 Jul 2026
Online application lock deadline
Application Correction Deadline
28 Jul 2026 – 3 Aug 2026
Allows adjustments to selected structural entries
Preliminary Examination Date
6 Dec 2026
Objective screening across various state centers
Admit Card Download Window
—
Will be activated roughly 10-14 days prior to exam schedule
| Event | Date | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ✓Official Notification Released | 25 Jun 2026 | Detailed advertisement booklet hosted on website |
| ✓Online Application Commencement | 25 Jun 2026 | — |
| ✓Last Date for Fee Deposit | 27 Jul 2026 | Payment channel closes at end of bank day |
| ✓Last Date to Finalize Application | 27 Jul 2026 | Online application lock deadline |
| ✓Application Correction Deadline | 28 Jul 2026 – 3 Aug 2026 | Allows adjustments to selected structural entries |
| NEXTPreliminary Examination Date | 6 Dec 2026 | Objective screening across various state centers |
| Admit Card Download Window | — | Will be activated roughly 10-14 days prior to exam schedule |
Vacancy Breakup — Total: 500
Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Executive Group
500Pay Scale: Pay Level 10 (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500)
| Post Name | Total | GEN | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PH | Female | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Executive Group | 500 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Pay Level 10 (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500) |
Application Fee
Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI via State Bank Multi Option Payment System)
Comprises ₹100 Exam Fee + ₹25 Online Processing Charges
Preliminary Round (Screening) — Exam Pattern
General Studies - Paper I
Questions
150
Marks
200
Duration
120 min
Negative
0.33
General Studies - Paper II (CSAT)
Questions
100
Marks
200
Duration
120 min
Negative
0.33
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies - Paper I | 150 | 200 | 120 min | 0.33 | offline |
| General Studies - Paper II (CSAT) | 100 | 200 | 120 min | 0.33 | offline |
| Total | 250 | 400 | |||
Determines the cutoff merit rank for entering the Mains stage.
Step 1: Review Official Notification
Visit uppsc.up.nic.in and securely download the complete PCS Examination 2026 advertisement book. Evaluate all terms, post structures, and instructions thoroughly.
Step 2: Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
Navigate to the designated OTR system portal. Provide accurate personal data, valid identification numbers, and contact links to generate a unique UPPSC OTR code.
Step 3: Fill the Registration Form
Log inside the recruitment application center using your active OTR ID code. Validate pre-populated information sets and pick the PCS 2026 Examination link.
Step 4: Upload Signature and Photograph
Upload a recently clicked passport-size color photograph and a clean signature sample into the framework according to the detailed pixel dimensions.
Step 5: Process Application Fee
Use the integrated SBI MOPS gateway link to process the online fee (₹125 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹65 for SC/ST, ₹25 for PwD). Check that the receipt updates successfully.
Step 6: Submit and Print Confirmation
Review your fully populated configuration sheet, authorize the submission statement, and print the generated acknowledgment slip.
Latest Updates
25 Jun
2026
🔔 Official UPPSC PCS 2026 Notification Released
The commission has formally opened the registration window for approximately 500 administrative positions with applications extending until July 27, 2026.
View Notification DetailsAbout the Exam
The UPPSC Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services Examination (PCS) is organized yearly by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission. Serving as the most prominent state administrative recruitment path, it screens and shortlists administrative cadres to operate within public administrative offices, local state bodies, law implementation circles, and finance departments. Scoring high marks across its multiple tiers is imperative to receive preference for premium designations like SDM and DSP.
Exam Syllabus Overview
The examination is organized over multiple sequential sections:
Prelims Paper I: Indian History, National Movement, Indian and World Geography, Indian Polity, Governance, Socio-Economic Development, Environment, General Science, and Current events of national/international weightage.
Prelims Paper II (CSAT): Comprehension, Interpersonal skills, Logical Reasoning, Analytical ability, Decision making, General Mental Ability, Elementary Mathematics up to Class 10 level, and General English/Hindi up to Class 10 standard level.
Strategic Preparation Plan
A balanced daily allocation layout is the cornerstone of passing the civil service screen. Aspirants must develop comprehensive knowledge across static GS subjects (Polity, History, Geography) while simultaneously monitoring socio-economic updates via dependable national publications. Regular tracking of the qualifying CSAT syllabus prevents surprises on exam day.
Highly Recommended Reference Material
- History and National Movement: Spectrum Modern History or NCERT Textbooks
- Indian Polity and Governance: M. Laxmikanth
- Economic & Social Systems: Ramesh Singh or standard state publications
- General Science Foundations: Lucent's General Knowledge guide
