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UPSSSC PET 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for Preliminary Eligibility Test
UPSSSC has released the official notification for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online for UP Group 'C' posts from August 03 to September 01, 2026.
Published: 07 Aug 2026· 🎓 10th Pass· ⏳ Last date: 01 Sept 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow, has officially released the notification for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 under Advertisement Number 16-Exam/2026. Candidates aiming for Group ‘C’ recruitment examinations in Uttar Pradesh must qualify for PET to be eligible for future main examinations.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Publication Date | August 01, 2026 |
| Start Date for Online Registration & Fee Payment | August 03, 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission & Fee Payment | September 01, 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction & Fee Adjustment | September 08, 2026 |
| Application Modification Window Start Date | August 10, 2026 |
Overview & Importance of UPSSSC PET 2026
- Two-Tier Examination System: As per UP government orders, recruitment for Group ‘C’ posts coming under UPSSSC will strictly follow a two-tier examination system (PET followed by Main Examination/Skill Test).
- Validity of PET Score Card: The normalized PET score issued to candidates will remain valid for 3 years from the date of result publication on the official portal.
- Shortlisting for Main Exams: Candidates will be shortlisted for various Group ‘C’ main recruitment exams based on their valid normalized PET scores.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification & Age Limit
| Parameter | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Must have passed High School (Class 10th) or its equivalent from a recognized board on or before the last date of application submission. |
| Minimum Age (as of July 01, 2026) | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age (as of July 01, 2026) | 40 Years |
Upper Age Relaxation Rules
| Category | Age Relaxation Permissible |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC Candidates | As per UP Government rules |
| Skilled Sports Persons | 5 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years (after deducting military service period from actual age) |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 15 Years |
| UP State Government Employees | 5 Years |
One Time Registration (OTR) Requirement
- Mandatory OTR: Candidates must complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process on the official portal before applying for PET 2026.
- Data Editing Rules: If completing OTR using a PET 2025 registration number, the Name, Date of Birth, and Mobile Number cannot be changed. For new OTR registrations, the Mobile Number is non-editable.
- Authentication: Identity verification procedures will be conducted across various stages of the selection process.
Application Fee Details
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | ₹160.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹185.00 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | ₹160.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹185.00 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | ₹70.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹95.00 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | ₹70.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹95.00 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) | ₹0.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
Note: Dependents of Freedom Fighters, Ex-Servicemen, Outstanding Sports Persons, and Women candidates will pay fees according to their respective parent category.
How to Apply Online
- OTR Login: Log in on the official UPSSSC website using your OTR number or registered mobile number via OTP.
- Complete Details: Enter remaining credentials including Intermediate education, EWS status, Ex-servicemen status, and age relaxation claims.
- Declaration & Submit: Read the declaration, enter the verification code, and submit to generate the 11-digit Registration Slip.
- Fee Payment: Pay the applicable fee via Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI E-Challan.
- Print Application: Complete double verification if payment status is pending, and download/print the final application form.
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 Objective Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Marks | 100 Marks |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Difficulty Standard | NCERT Secondary/Senior Secondary standard for academic subjects |
| Negative Marking | 1/4th (25%) deduction for every wrong answer |
| Normalization | Normalization process will be applied if held in multiple shifts/days |
Subject-Wise Syllabus Breakdown
| Subject | Topics Covered | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Indian History | Indus Valley Civilization, Vedic Culture, Buddhism, Jainism, Maurya Dynasty (Ashoka), Gupta Dynasty, Harshavardhana, Rajput Period, Sultanate Period, Mughal Empire, Marathas, British Rule & 1857 Revolt. | 5 Marks |
| Indian National Movement | Early years of Movement, Swadeshi & Civil Disobedience Movement, Revolutionary Movements, Government of India Act 1935, Quit India Movement, Azad Hind Fauj. | 5 Marks |
| Geography | Physical Geography of India & World (Rivers, Mountains, Glaciers, Deserts, Forests, Water Resources), Mineral Resources, Political Geography, Climate, Time Zones, Demographics. | 5 Marks |
| Indian Economy | Economy (1947-1991), Five Year Plans, Mixed Economy, Green Revolution, Milk Development, Banking Nationalization, 1991 Reforms, Post-2014 Reforms (Agri, Labor, GST). | 5 Marks |
| Indian Constitution & Public Administration | Salient Features, DPSP, Fundamental Rights & Duties, Parliamentary & Federal Systems, Judiciary, District Administration, Panchayati Raj Institutions. | 5 Marks |
| General Science | Elementary Physics, Elementary Chemistry, Elementary Biology. | 5 Marks |
| Elementary Arithmetic | Whole Numbers, Fractions, Decimals, Percentages, Simple Equations, Square & Square Roots, Exponents & Powers, Averages. | 5 Marks |
| General Hindi | Sandhi, Antonyms, Synonyms, One-Word Substitutions, Gender, Homophones, Idioms & Phrases, Common Errors, Authors & Works. | 5 Marks |
| General English | English Grammar, Questions based on Unseen Passages. | 5 Marks |
| Logic & Reasoning | Order & Ranking, Relations, Coding-Decoding, Clock & Calendar, Cause & Effect, Syllogisms, Odd One Out. | 5 Marks |
| Current Affairs | National and International Events. | 10 Marks |
| General Awareness | Neighboring Countries, Capitals & Currencies, Indian States/UTs, Parliament, Days, World Organizations, Sports, Books & Authors, Awards. | 10 Marks |
| Unseen Hindi Passages | Analysis and Interpretation of 2 Unseen Passages (5 questions each). | 10 Marks |
| Graph Interpretation | Interpretation and Analysis of 2 Graphs (5 questions each). | 10 Marks |
| Table Interpretation | Interpretation and Analysis of 2 Tables (5 questions each). | 10 Marks |
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