UPPSC PCS Recruitment 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for Around 500 Vacancies

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has officially released the Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026 notification. The recruitment offers around 500 vacancies across various prestigious Group-A and Group-B government posts in Uttar Pradesh.

If you’re preparing for UPPSC PCS 2026, here’s everything you need to know, including important dates, eligibility, application process, fees, age limit, and selection process.

UPPSC PCS Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particular	Details
Organization	Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)
Exam Name	Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026
Advertisement No.	A-1/E-1/2026
Total Vacancies	Around 500
Job Location	Uttar Pradesh
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	https://uppsc.up.nic.in

---

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Released	25 June 2026
Online Application Starts	25 June 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	27 July 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	27 July 2026
Application Correction Last Date	03 August 2026

These dates are mentioned in the official notification.

Total Vacancies

UPPSC has announced approximately 500 vacancies. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending upon departmental requirements.

Major Posts Included

Selected candidates may be appointed to prestigious posts such as:

• Deputy Collector
• Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
• Block Development Officer (BDO)
• Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Tax)
• Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO)
• District Basic Education Officer
• Assistant Labour Commissioner
• Commercial Tax Officer
• Naib Tehsildar
• District Social Welfare Officer
• District Supply Officer
• Food Safety Officer
• District Programme Officer
• Labour Enforcement Officer
• Excise Inspector
• Deputy Jailor
• Child Development Project Officer
• Information Officer
• Principal, Government Intermediate College
• Law Officer

…and several other Group-A and Group-B posts.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university before the last date of application.

Some posts require additional qualifications such as:

• B.Ed.
• Postgraduate Degree
• Law Degree (LLB)
• Engineering Degree
• Agriculture Degree
• Food Technology
• Computer Science
• Psychology
• Commerce
• Other specialized qualifications depending on the post.

Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years

For the post of Principal, Government Intermediate College:

• Minimum Age: 30 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years

Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per UPPSC rules.

Application Fee

Category	Total Fee
General / EWS / OBC	₹125
SC / ST	₹65
PwD	₹25
Ex-Servicemen	₹65

Women, Dependents of Freedom Fighters, and Skilled Players will pay fees according to their original category.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of:

1. Preliminary Examination
2. Main Written Examination
3. Interview
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination (where applicable)

Final selection will be based on the marks obtained in the Main Examination and Interview for applicable posts.

How to Apply Online

Candidates should follow these steps:

1. Complete One Time Registration (OTR).
2. Obtain the OTR Number.
3. Visit the UPPSC online application portal.
4. Authenticate using OTR.
5. Fill the application form.
6. Upload required information.
7. Pay the application fee online.
8. Submit the application.
9. Download and print the final application form.

UPPSC has made OTR mandatory before applying. Candidates without an OTR number must obtain it at least 72 hours before submitting the application.

Important Instructions

• Apply only through the official online portal.
• Keep a printout of the submitted application.
• Ensure all information is correct before final submission.
• Visit the official website regularly for updates.
• Keep your registered mobile number and email active for notifications.