UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam Guide 2026
UPSSSC Lower PCS 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | UPSSSC Lower PCS Main Exam Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies (Revised) | 2285 2516 |
| Departments | Treasury, Cooperative, Agriculture, Urban Development, and more |
| Notification Release Date | 30th March 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only via upsssc.gov.in |
| Application Start Date | 29th May 2026 |
| Application End Date | 18th June 2026 25th June 2026 |
| Application Correction Window Last Date | 25th June 2026 2nd July 2026 |
| Eligibility | Graduation, PET-2025 participation mandatory |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting based on PET-2025, Main Exam for shortlisted candidates |
| Exam Pattern | One paper, 100 MCQs, 2 hours, negative marking 25% |
| Application Fee | ₹25/- (online processing fee, Main Exam fee separate) |
| Salary | Level 4 to Level 6 of 7th Pay Matrix + allowances |
📊 Application Fee
| Category | Previous Vacancies | Newly Added Vacancies | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (General/UR) | 854 | 84 | 938 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 249 | 48 | 297 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 28 | 02 | 30 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 642 | 81 | 723 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 212 | 16 | 228 |
| Total | 2285 | 231 | 2516 |
📊 Post Details & Salary Structure
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Marketing Inspector | 102 |
| Supply Inspector | 32 |
| Dist. Prohibition & Social Upliftment Officer | 18 |
| Receptionist (Swagati) | 14 |
| Waqf Inspector | 12 |
| Lower Division Assistant | 06 |
| Assistant District Election Officer | 06 |
| Others | 41 |
| Total | 231 |
📊 Application Fee
- Category
- Online Processing Fee
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- ₹25/-
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- ₹25/-
- Unreserved (General)
- ₹25/-
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
- ₹25/-
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- ₹25/-
📊 Exam Information 5
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in. |
| 2 | Go to “Live Advertisement” and select Advertisement No. 07-Exam/2026. |
| 3 | Click “Apply Online” and log in using your PET-2025 Registration Number and OTP. |
| 4 | The system will auto-fill personal details like Name, Father’s Name, Category, and DOB. |
| 5 | Select the posts you want to apply for from the list of advertised departments. |
| 6 | Fill in your educational details, including board/university, passing year, and roll number. |
| 7 | Enter your preference order for the posts/departments you are applying to. |
| 8 | Verify your pre-filled photo and signature (no changes allowed). |
| 9 | Tick all checkboxes to accept the declaration. |
| 10 | Pay the ₹25 online processing fee via Credit/Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Chalan. |
| 11 | After successful fee reconciliation, download and print the final application form. Your form is only submitted after the fee is cleared. |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Part | Subject | Number of Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | History of India and Indian National Movement | 5 | 5 | 120 Minutes |
| Indian Polity and Indian Constitution | 10 | 10 | ||
| Geography of India and the World | 5 | 5 | ||
| Indian Economy and Social Development | 10 | 10 | ||
| General Science | 5 | 5 | ||
| Environment, Ecology and Disaster Management | 10 | 10 | ||
| Current Affairs of National and International Importance | 5 | 5 | ||
| General Intelligence Test | 5 | 5 | ||
| Elementary Mathematical Knowledge | 5 | 5 | ||
| General Hindi | 5 | 5 | ||
| Part 2 | Concepts of Computer, IT, and technological developments | 15 | 15 | |
| Part 3 | General information related to Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | - | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
📊 Salary & Pay Scale Details
| Post Example | Pay Level | Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk-cum-Typist / Cashier-cum-Clerk | Level 4 | 25,500 – 81,100 |
| Assistant Treasury Accountant / Audit Accountant / Amin | Level 5 | 29,200 – 92,300 |
| Executive Officer / Assistant Consolidation Officer / Assistant Manager | Level 6 | 35,400 – 1,12,400 |
📊 Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
| Subject | Books | Author/Publication |
|---|---|---|
| General Hindi | Samanya Hindi Book | Agrawal Examcart |
| General Knowledge | Lucent’s General Knowledge | R. P. Suman, Sanjeev Kumar, Renu Sinha, Vinay Karna, Manvendra Mukul |
| General Intelligence/ Reasoning | Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning | Dr. R.S. Aggarwal |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is UPSSSC Lower PCS Main Exam Recruitment 2026?
UPSSSC Lower PCS Main Exam Recruitment 2026 is a government job that will fill 2516 (revised) posts in various Uttar Pradesh departments like Treasury, Agriculture, and Urban Development.
Q2.Who can apply for UPSSSC Lower PCS Recruitment 2026?
Only candidates who appeared in the PET-2025, meet the educational qualifications and age criteria can apply for UPSSSC Lower PCS Recruitment 2026.
Q3.What is the last date to submit UPSSSC Lower PCS Application Form 2026?
Candidates can apply online for UPSSSC Lower PCS 2026 from 29th May to 25th June 2026 via the official UPSSSC website.
Q4.How is the selection done for UPSSSC Lower PCS 2026?
Selection for UPSSSC Lower PCS 2026 is done in two stages: shortlisting based on PET 2025 scores and the Main Examination for shortlisted candidates.
Q5.What is the UPSSSC Lower PCS Main Exam 2026 pattern?
The UPSSSC Lower PCS Main Exam 2026 has 100 multiple-choice questions, a two-hour duration which includes subjects like General Knowledge, Computer Awareness, and Uttar Pradesh state information.
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