UPPSC
UPPSC PCS Pre Recruitment 2026
Organization
Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)
Total Vacancy
500
Last Date to Apply
27 July 2026
Job Location
Uttar Pradesh
Important Dates
Online Application Start date
25 June 2026
Online Application Last date
27 July 2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
27 July 2026
Correction Last Date
03 August 2026
Pre Exam/ Admit Card/ Result
Updated Later
Application Fees
General / OBC / EWS
₹125
SC / ST
₹65
PwD (Divyang)
₹25
Age Limits & Relaxations
Minimum Age
21 YearsMaximum Age
40 YearsUPPSC provides age relaxation for the Pre Examination 2026 position as per their regulations.
Recruitment Overview
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released the official detailed advertisement for the Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services Examination 2026, popularly known as the UP PCS Pre 2026. This prestigious state-level recruitment drive has been launched to fill approximately 500 tentative administrative Group A and Group B vacancies within various departments of the Uttar Pradesh government. Eligible and interested civil service aspirants can access the application window online exclusively via the commission's official portal at uppsc.up.nic.in.
Mode of Selection / Exam Stages
- Preliminary Examination — Conducted in offline mode on a single day. This stage acts strictly as a gateway to filter candidates; these marks do not count toward your final merit rank.
- Main Examination — If you pass the Prelims cut-off, you move to the highly comprehensive Mains written exam. This consists of 8 descriptive papers taken over roughly a week, totaling 1,500 marks.
- Personality Test / Interview — Candidates who clear the Mains written cut-off are invited to the UPPSC office in Prayagraj for a face-to-face panel interview. The board evaluates your administrative aptitude, clarity of thought, moral integrity, and general awareness.
- Final Selection & Merit List — Your final rank and post allocation depend solely on your combined score from Stage 2 (Mains) and Stage 3 (Interview) out of a total of 1,600 marks ($1500 + 100$).
- Document Verification and Medical examination — After the final merit list is released, selected candidates undergo a routine document verification and medical examination process prior to training.
Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Department | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Collector (SDM), Deputy SP (DSP), Block Development Officer (BDO), Naib Tehsildar | General Administrative | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university. |
| Sub-Registrar | Registration Dept. | Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized university. |
| Statistical Officer | Economics & Statistics | Postgraduate Degree in Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics, Commerce, or Economics. |
| Assistant Labour Commissioner / Labour Enforcement Officer | Labour Department | Degree in Arts with Sociology, Economics, Commerce, or Law as a subject. |
| Food Safety Officer | Food Safety & Drug | Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Oil Technology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Science, or Master's Degree in Chemistry. |
How To Fill UPPSC PCS Pre Online Form 2026 Step-by-Step
The form-filling process is broken down into critical technical stages. Completing Step 1 at least 72 hours in advance is vital to prevent server delays.
- Visit the official portal (uppsc.up.nic.in). Go to the OTR registration section and fill in your basic personal details, mobile number, and email ID. Upload your photo and signature. Submit to generate a permanent OTR Number.
- Go to the home page of UPPSC and click on 'Notifications/Advertisements'. Locate the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Exam 2026 link and click 'Apply'. Enter your OTR Number and authenticate it via the OTP received on your mobile or email.
- Once logged in through your OTR, your basic profile info will auto-populate. Fill in your choice of essential and preferential educational qualifications based on the specialized posts you are targeting. Double-check your domicile and category checkboxes.
- Proceed to the payment gateway module. Pay the application fee based on your category (General/EWS/OBC: ₹125, SC/ST: ₹65, PwD: ₹25) using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
- Review your final application form configuration carefully. Ensure your photographs are clear and signatures match the criteria. Click on Submit. Download the confirmation copy and keep a printout of the final application form along with the transaction receipt for future document verification.
Important Useful Links
| Check Official Notification (Hindi) | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification (English) | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The online application process started on June 25, 2026, and the final date to submit your application is July 27, 2026. The application correction window will subsequently remain open until August 3, 2026.
As per the official commission schedule, the Preliminary examination is set to take place on December 6, 2026.
Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years of age (calculated as of July 1, 2026), with age relaxations applicable for reserved categories. Academically, a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university is mandatory for general administrative posts, while certain specialized roles require specific law or postgraduate degrees.
No, the Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT/Paper II) in the Prelims is strictly qualifying in nature. Candidates only need to secure a minimum of 33% marks to pass it, while selection for the Mains exam depends entirely on the GS Paper I score.
The standard application fee is ₹125 for General and OBC candidates, ₹65 for SC and ST candidates, and ₹25 for Persons with Disabilities (PwD).