Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) Main Examination 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official recruitment notification under Advertisement Number 08-Exam/2026 for the post of Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi). This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 722 vacancies in the Excise Department of Uttar Pradesh. To apply, candidates must have passed the Intermediate (10+2) examination from a recognized board and must possess a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 scorecard. The eligible age group for applicants is 18 to 40 years as of July 1, 2026. The online application process starts on June 4, 2026, and concludes on June 24, 2026. Successful candidates will be recruited under Pay Matrix Level-2 with a salary scale of ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month.
722
Total Posts
Pay Matrix Level 2 — ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month
Salary
18–40
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Uttar Pradesh
Location
Timeline
6 Apr 2026
Published under Advt. No. 08-Exam/2026
4 Jun 2026
Online registration and link activation on official portal
24 Jun 2026
Online server registration closes at midnight
24 Jun 2026
Processing fee must be paid alongside online form locked closure
25 Jun 2026 – 1 Jul 2026
Permitted changes to restricted fields only
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About This Notification
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has formally announced the Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) Recruitment 2026 under Advt No. 08-Exam/2026. This presents an excellent opportunity for job seekers looking for security and law enforcement careers within the Uttar Pradesh state government setup.
A total of 722 vacancies are open for recruitment in the UP Excise Department. Crucially, this selection is organized as a Main Examination; hence, only candidates holding a valid registration and score card from the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET 2025) are authorized to proceed with the application.
The online registration portal is live starting June 4, 2026, and registrations will be accepted until June 24, 2026. Shortlisted aspirants will face a main written exam followed by strict Physical Measurement and Efficiency tests.
Key Details
Organization
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission
Department
Excise Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh
Exam Name
Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) Main Examination (P.E.T.-2025)/08
Total Posts
722
Job Location
Uttar Pradesh
Selection Process
Step 1: Shortlisting based on UPSSSC PET 2025 Marks → Step 2: Main Written Examination → Step 3: Physical Measurement Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) → Step 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination
Official Website
https://upsssc.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Indian Citizen
Age Limit
18 to 40 years as on July 1, 2026. Age relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC and dependents of freedom fighters belonging to UP as per regulations.
Educational Qualification
Must have successfully cleared Intermediate (Class 12) from a board recognized by law in India, supplemented by holding a valid score card from the UPSSSC PET 2025 exam.
Experience Required
No prior experience required; open entry subject to mandatory baseline examinations.
Domicile / Residency
Candidates from all states can apply under the general category; category-wise reservation advantages benefit UP domicile holders exclusively.
Physical Standards (PST)
Male: Minimum Height 167.6 cm (160 cm for ST), Chest 80 cm unexpanded and 85 cm expanded. Female: Minimum Height 152 cm (147 cm for ST), Minimum weight 40 kg.
Educational Qualification
- Must have passed the Intermediate (10+2) Examination from the UP Board of High School and Intermediate Education or any equivalent examination recognized by the Government.
- Mandatory Requirement: Must possess a valid and active UPSSSC PET 2025 score card.
- Preferential Qualifications: Serviced in the Territorial Army for a minimum period of 2 years OR obtained an NCC 'B' Certificate.
Age Limit
General Category: 18–40 years
- SC / ST / OBC (of Uttar Pradesh): 5 years upper age relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation as per prevailing Uttar Pradesh state government norms
- Skilled Sports Persons: 5 years relaxation
Important Dates
Notification Released
6 Apr 2026
Published under Advt. No. 08-Exam/2026
Application Start Date
4 Jun 2026
Online registration and link activation on official portal
Last Date to Apply Online
24 Jun 2026
Online server registration closes at midnight
Fee Payment Last Date
24 Jun 2026
Processing fee must be paid alongside online form locked closure
Application Correction Window
25 Jun 2026 – 1 Jul 2026
Permitted changes to restricted fields only
Admit Card Download
—
To be announced prior to Mains Examination
Mains Exam Date
—
To be announced by UPSSSC commission
| Event | Date | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ✓Notification Released | 6 Apr 2026 | Published under Advt. No. 08-Exam/2026 |
| ✓Application Start Date | 4 Jun 2026 | Online registration and link activation on official portal |
| ✓Last Date to Apply Online | 24 Jun 2026 | Online server registration closes at midnight |
| ✓Fee Payment Last Date | 24 Jun 2026 | Processing fee must be paid alongside online form locked closure |
| ✓Application Correction Window | 25 Jun 2026 – 1 Jul 2026 | Permitted changes to restricted fields only |
| Admit Card Download | — | To be announced prior to Mains Examination |
| Mains Exam Date | — | To be announced by UPSSSC commission |
Vacancy Breakup — Total: 722
Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi)
722SC
142
ST
12
EWS
61
Pay Scale: Pay Level 2 — ₹19,900 to ₹63,200
| Post Name | Total | GEN | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PH | Female | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) | 722 | — | — | 142 | 12 | 61 | — | — | Pay Level 2 — ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 |
Application Fee
Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI / SBI e-Challan)
Online processing fee only for registration filtering
Stage 1 — Mains Written Examination — Exam Pattern
General Hindi, General Intelligence, General Knowledge
Questions
100
Marks
100
Duration
120 min
Negative
0.25
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Hindi, General Intelligence, General Knowledge | 100 | 100 | 120 min | 0.25 | offline |
Objective Multiple Choice Questions based layout; exact syllabus structure announced dynamically by the commission.
Stage 2 — Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Exam Pattern
Running (Male: 4.8 Km, Female: 2.4 Km)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Running (Male: 4.8 Km, Female: 2.4 Km) | — | — | — | No | — |
Qualifying standard parameters for finalizing merit boards. Male tasks require completion within 27 minutes; Female tasks within 16 minutes.
Step 1: Read Official Notification
Visit upsssc.gov.in, look under 'Live Advertisements', and pull up the detailed instruction sheet for Advt. No. 08-Exam/2026.
Step 2: Check Eligibility
Validate your baseline age limit criteria (18-40 years tracking the cutoff date of July 1, 2026) and check your graduation/intermediate educational marks status.
Step 3: Register on Official Portal
Access the core application login interface. Authenticate your entry using either your PET 2025 personal profile variables or an OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
Step 4: Fill Application Form
Once logged in, verify the core identity attributes synced from your PET records database and log your 12th standard educational milestones accurately.
Step 5: Upload Photo & Signature
Verify your passport photographs and signatures. In most cases, these files sync dynamically from your prior PET application entries; ensure they are clear and legible.
Step 6: Pay Application Fee
Submit the online processing fee of ₹25 through integrated online banking channels or online payment apps.
Step 7: Submit & Save Confirmation
Submit your completed form, download the final application printout containing your transaction receipt data, and archive physical copies for your personal records.
Latest Updates
4 Jun
2026
🔔 Online Application Window Activated
The online application portal for shortlisting under the Excise Constable cadre is now live for PET 2025 qualified candidates.
Apply Online Here6 Apr
2026
🔔 Official Notification Released
UPSSSC has published the detailed notification guidelines for the Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) Main Examination under Advt No. 08-Exam/2026 for 722 posts.
View Notification DetailsAbout the Exam
The UPSSSC Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) Exam is highly competitive, organized by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission to fulfill personnel needs across law enforcement fields of the state's Excise Department. Tasked with inspecting illegal distillery networks, tracking tax compliance, and containing bootlegging operations, Excise Constables represent a vital law enforcement arm. Due to the high stability of UP state services, hundreds of thousands of PET qualified individuals contest the selection process annually.
Exam Syllabus
The comprehensive curriculum incorporates standard evaluation methodologies across multiple focus points:
Core Subject Layout:
- General Hindi: Vocabulary, grammar constructs, sentence structure corrections, idioms, phrases, and comprehension modules.
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: Analytical structures, decoding and encoding, patterns, blood relations, and logical sequences.
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs: History and geography overview of India and Uttar Pradesh, polity structures, local UP development schemes, basic science applications, and major national and regional updates.
Preparation Strategy
Because final written shortlisting parameters heavily prioritize absolute precision, practicing mock question templates remains the ideal strategy for success. Give special attention to the deep demographic profiles, regional cultures, and operational frameworks of Uttar Pradesh, as localized state questions feature prominently in general knowledge segments. Allocate structural attention to physical training regimens early on; maintaining physical stamina alongside building logical clarity ensures candidates cross both written and physical qualifying boundaries seamlessly.
Recommended Books & Resources
- General Hindi: Samanya Hindi by Vasudev Nandan Shukla or Lucent Publications.
- General Knowledge: Uttar Pradesh Ek Samagra Adhyayan by Arihant Experts or Lucent's General Knowledge.
- Reasoning Ability: Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by R.S. Aggarwal.
Previous Year Paper Analysis
Past examination trends demonstrate that UPSSSC maintains a moderate difficulty rating for structural core topics while introducing intense analytical questions in the Reasoning sections. Language constraints play a key separating factor, making high scoring rates in General Hindi imperative. Candidates should practice standard mock metrics to guarantee safety from the 25% negative marking penalty associated with incorrect entries.
