UPPSC PCS 2026 Notification — ~500 Vacancies for Deputy Collector, DSP, BDO & More | Apply Online by 27 July 2026
UPPSC PCS 2026 — Quick Overview
| Commission | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | A-1/E-1/2026 | Date: 25 June 2026 |
| Exam Name | Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) General/Special Recruitment Examination 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | ~500 (may increase/decrease as per requirements) |
| Application Start | 25 June 2026 |
| Last Date — Fee & Application | 27 July 2026 |
| Correction / Modification Window | 03 August 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's Degree from any recognised University |
| Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026) | 21 – 40 years (relaxation applicable for reserved categories) |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam → Main Exam → Interview (Viva Voce) |
| Application Mode | Online only — OTR system at uppsc.up.nic.in |
| OTR Portal | otr.pariksha.nic.in |
| Official Website | uppsc.up.nic.in |
UPPSC PCS 2026 — Major Posts Included
The following posts are part of the Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services 2026 (pay scale: 6th Pay Commission Rs.9300–34800 Grade Pay Rs.4200 to Rs.15600–39100 Grade Pay Rs.5400):
- Deputy Collector
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
- Block Development Officer (BDO)
- Commercial Tax Officer
- Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Tax)
- Treasury Officer / Accounts Officer
- Superintendent Jail
- Naib Tehsildar
- Sub Registrar
- District Probation Officer
- Excise Inspector
- Labour Enforcement Officer
- Food Safety Officer
- Child Development Project Officer
- Statistical Officer
- District Social Welfare Officer
- District Minority Welfare Officer
- Assistant Labour Commissioner
- Senior Lecturer DIET
- Principal, Govt Intermediate College
- Deputy Jailor
- District Programme Officer
- Area Rationing Officer
- District Panchayat Raj Officer
- Accounts Officer (Nagar Vikas)
- Executive Officer (Panchayati Raj)
- District Youth Welfare Officer
- Information Officer
- Law Officer
- Officer on Special Duty (Computer)
- And 30+ more posts
💡 Some posts have specific educational qualifications beyond a general degree (e.g., B.Ed for Principal/ADIOS, Food Technology for Food Safety Officer, Law degree for Law Officer). Check the official notification appendix for your target post before applying.
UPPSC PCS 2026 — Important Dates
UPPSC PCS 2026 — Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree from any recognised University by the last date of application (27 July 2026). For specific posts (Principal, Food Safety Officer, Law Officer etc.), additional qualifications are required as per service rules.
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)
| Category | Min Age | Max Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS (born between 02 Jul 1986 – 01 Jul 2005) | 21 yrs | 40 yrs |
| SC / ST / OBC of UP / Skilled Players / State Govt Employees of UP | 21 yrs | 45 yrs (+5 yrs) |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) of UP | 21 yrs | 55 yrs (+15 yrs) |
| Ex-Servicemen (UP) | 21 yrs | 40 + 3 yrs + service period |
| CM Fellowship Research Scholars (1 yr tenure) | 21 yrs | Max age + 1 yr relaxation |
| CM Fellowship Research Scholars (2 yr tenure) | 21 yrs | Max age + 2 yr relaxation |
| CM Fellowship Research Scholars (3+ yr tenure) | 21 yrs | Max age + 3 yr relaxation |
| Principal, Govt Intermediate College (special rule) | 30 yrs | 40 yrs |
| PwD of UP (maximum age) | 21 yrs | 55 yrs |
UPPSC PCS 2026 — Application Fee
Note: SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS reservation and fee benefit is applicable only for permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh. Candidates from other states do not get fee exemption or age relaxation.
UPPSC PCS 2026 — Exam Pattern
Stage 1 — Preliminary Examination (Objective/MCQ)
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies – I | 150 | 200 | 2 hrs | 9:30–11:30 AM |
| Paper II | General Studies – II (CSAT) | 100 | 200 | 2 hrs | 2:30–4:30 PM |
⚠️ Key Prelims Rules
Paper II is qualifying only — minimum 33% required. Merit determined solely by Paper I marks.
Negative marking: 1/3rd (0.33) marks deducted per wrong answer. No penalty for unattempted questions.
Minimum efficiency standard: SC/ST — 35% | All others — 40% in both Prelims and Mains.
Shortlist for Mains: 15 times the number of vacancies.
Stage 2 — Main Examination (Conventional/Descriptive)
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Hindi | 150 | 3 hrs |
| 2 | Essay | 150 | 3 hrs |
| 3 | General Studies I | 200 | 3 hrs |
| 4 | General Studies II | 200 | 3 hrs |
| 5 | General Studies III | 200 | 3 hrs |
| 6 | General Studies IV (Ethics) | 200 | 3 hrs |
| 7 | General Studies V (UP Focus) | 200 | 3 hrs |
| 8 | General Studies VI (UP Economy) | 200 | 3 hrs |
| Total Mains Marks | 1500 Marks | ||
Stage 3 — Interview / Viva Voce
Interview carries 100 marks. Only candidates declared successful in Mains will be called. 3 times the vacancies are called for interview. Post preferences are finalised at the interview stage and cannot be changed later.
UPPSC PCS 2026 — Prelims Syllabus Overview
Paper I — General Studies I (200 Marks)
Paper II — General Studies II / CSAT (200 Marks — Qualifying)
Mains Syllabus — Paper Highlights
How to Apply for UPPSC PCS 2026
- 1Register on the OTR portal: otr.pariksha.nic.in (mandatory, must be done 72 hours before application). Get your OTR number.
- 2Visit uppsc.up.nic.in → All Notifications/Advertisements → Click "Apply" against PCS 2026.
- 3Stage 1: Authenticate using OTR number via OTP or password. Personal details auto-populate from OTR.
- 4Stage 2: Fill educational qualification, address, preferential qualifications as required for the post on Applicant Dashboard.
- 5Stage 3: Pay exam fee through SBI MOPS — Net Banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / Other modes. Take printout of payment slip.
- 6Stage 4: Download and print the final application form. Keep it safely for future reference.
- 7Correction / modification allowed once till 03 August 2026 via Candidate Dashboard Login.
UPPSC PCS 2026 — Reservation Policy
Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS of UP shall be as per Uttar Pradesh government rules. Horizontal reservation applicable for: Dependents of Freedom Fighters (UP), Female candidates, Ex-Servicemen (UP), PH (UP), and Outstanding Sports Persons (UP) as per settled vacancies.
⚠ Important: Reservation and age relaxation benefit is applicable ONLY for candidates who are permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh. Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/EWS of other states are NOT entitled to any reservation or fee concession.
Important — Read Before Applying
- OTR must be obtained from otr.pariksha.nic.in at least 72 hours before the application — plan accordingly
- Category, subcategory, domicile, gender, and date of birth cannot be changed after the last date — fill carefully
- Candidates appearing in their final qualifying exam cannot apply — must already possess the degree
- Wrong information or forged documents leads to permanent debarment from all UPPSC examinations
- Preliminary Exam OMR sheet: use Black Ball Point Pen only — no whitener, blade, rubber or pencil
- Post preferences during interview are final — no changes allowed after interview stage
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD benefits only for UP domicile candidates
✅ Pre-Application Checklist
- OTR completed at otr.pariksha.nic.in with valid mobile number and email
- Degree certificate in hand (or equivalent) before last date
- Category / community certificate (UP domicile) ready if claiming reservation
- EWS certificate from competent authority (financial year before application year)
- Disability certificate for PwD candidates (sub-category clearly mentioned)
- For CM Fellowship Scholars — completion certificate from competent authority
- Govt servants — No Objection Certificate for interview stage
Frequently Asked Questions — UPPSC PCS 2026
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