UPPSC PCS 2026 Notification Out — ~500 Vacancies, Apply Online by 27 July 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has officially released the UPPSC PCS 2026 Notification on 25 June 2026 on its official website uppsc.up.nic.in. Approximately 500 vacancies have been announced for various Group A and Group B Gazetted posts across the Government of Uttar Pradesh.
This is one of the most prestigious state-level civil services examinations in India. The UP Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026 selects candidates for coveted administrative posts including Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) / Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), and Block Development Officer (BDO). Eligible graduates can submit their online applications from 25 June 2026 to 27 July 2026 through the official UPPSC portal.
Candidates are advised to read the complete notification carefully before applying. The Application Correction Window is available up to 3 August 2026. The UPPSC PCS Preliminary Examination 2026 is scheduled for 6 December 2026 as per the official UPPSC Exam Calendar 2026 released on 30 January 2026. A mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) on the UPPSC portal is required before applying.
UPPSC PCS 2026 Recruitment Overview
Detail — Information
- Exam Name — UP Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026
- Conducting Body — Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)
- Official Website — uppsc.up.nic.in
- Notification Release Date — 25 June 2026
- Total Vacancies — ~500 (Detailed post-wise breakup not yet released)
- Post Category — Group A and Group B Gazetted Posts (State Government)
- Application Mode — Online (via OTR-linked Candidate Dashboard)
- Application Start Date — 25 June 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online — 27 July 2026
- Application Correction Window — Up to 3 August 2026
- Exam Mode — Offline (Pen-and-Paper)
- Stages of Exam — Prelims (Screening) → Mains → Interview
- Language — Hindi and English (Bilingual)
- Minimum Qualification — Bachelor’s Degree from a Recognised University
- Age Limit (General) — 21 to 40 years (as on 1 July 2026)
Important Dates — UPPSC PCS 2026
Detail — Date
- Notification Release Date — 25 June 2026
- Online Application Start Date — 25 June 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online — 27 July 2026
- Application Form Correction Window — Up to 3 August 2026
- Prelims Admit Card Release — Not Yet Announced Officially
- UPPSC PCS Prelims Exam Date — 6 December 2026 (Confirmed — per UPPSC Exam Calendar 2026)
- Prelims Answer Key — Not Yet Announced Officially
- Prelims Result — Not Yet Announced Officially
- Mains Exam Date — Not Yet Announced Officially
- Mains Result — Not Yet Announced Officially
- Interview Date — Not Yet Announced Officially
- Final Result / Merit List — Not Yet Announced Officially
Note: The Prelims date of 6 December 2026 is confirmed as per the official UPPSC Exam Calendar 2026 released on 30 January 2026. All post-Prelims dates (Mains, Interview, Result) will be announced separately on the official website uppsc.up.nic.in.
Application Fee
Category — Fee Amount
- General / OBC / EWS — ₹125
- SC / ST (UP Domicile) — ₹65
- PwD (Divyangjan) — ₹25
- Payment Mode — Online only — Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI
- Note: Verify the exact fee from the official UPPSC PCS 2026 Notification PDF at uppsc.up.nic.in before making payment.
Vacancy Details — UPPSC PCS 2026
Detail — Information
- Total Vacancies Announced — ~500 (Approximate)
- Post Categories — Group A and Group B Gazetted
- Vacancy Nature — Post-wise and category-wise breakup not yet released. Historically, the total vacancy count increases before Prelims results are declared. Monitor uppsc.up.nic.in for updates.
Major Posts Under UPPSC PCS 2026:
Post Name
- Deputy Collector / Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM)
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
- Block Development Officer (BDO)
- Sub-Registrar
- Treasury Officer
- Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Tax)
- District Commandant Home Guard
- Naib Tehsildar
- Assistant Prosecuting Officer (APO)
- Senior Lecturer (DIET)
- District Basic Education Officer
- Assistant Labour Commissioner
- Assistant Accounts Officer
- Other Group A / Group B Posts
Category
- Group A
- Group A
- Group A
- Group B
- Group B
- Group B
- Group B
- Group B
- Group B
- Group B
- Group B
- Group B
- Group B
- Group A / B
Age Limit — UPPSC PCS 2026
Age is calculated as on 1 July 2026. The category-wise age limits are as follows:
Category — Age Limit
- General (UR) — 21 to 40 years
- OBC (UP Domicile only) — 21 to 43 years (+3 years relaxation)
- SC / ST (UP Domicile only) — 21 to 45 years (+5 years relaxation)
- PwD — General / EWS — 21 to 55 years (+15 years relaxation)
- PwD — OBC (UP Domicile) — 21 to 58 years
- PwD — SC / ST (UP Domicile) — 21 to 60 years
Key Age Rules
Rule — Detail
- Age Reference Date — 1 July 2026
- OBC / SC / ST Relaxation — Applicable only to UP Domicile holders
- Candidates from other states — Treated as General (UR) for age and reservation
- EWS — Vacancy reservation only; no age relaxation beyond General
- No Attempt Cap — Candidates may appear unlimited times within the age limit
Note: Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of Uttar Pradesh rules. UP Domicile is mandatory to claim OBC, SC, or ST age relaxation. Central Government OBC/EWS certificates are not valid for the UP state quota. For women candidates, the caste certificate must be issued from the father’s side.
Educational Qualification
Post — Required Qualification
- Most Group A and Group B Posts — Bachelor’s Degree from any recognised University or equivalent qualification
- Assistant Prosecuting Officer (APO) — Bachelor’s Degree with a valid Law degree (LLB)
- Post-wise Specific Qualifications — Detailed post-wise educational qualifications are given in the official UPPSC PCS 2026 Notification PDF available at uppsc.up.nic.in
- Note: Candidates must possess the degree certificate or final marksheet by the last date of application (27 July 2026). Final year students awaiting results are generally not eligible at the application stage.
- UP Domicile is mandatory to claim OBC, SC, and ST reservation benefits. Candidates from other states apply under the General (Unreserved) category.
Selection Process
The selection process for UPPSC PCS 2026 consists of the following stages:
- Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Prelims) — Objective MCQ — Screening stage only. Marks NOT counted in final merit. Scheduled: 6 December 2026
- Stage 2: Main Examination (Mains) — Descriptive written exam — Merit-deciding stage (1,500 marks)
- Stage 3: Interview / Personality Test — Oral examination (100 marks). Final merit = Mains + Interview = 1,600 marks total
How to Apply Online — Step by Step
1) Visit the official UPPSC website: https://uppsc.up.nic.in
2) If you do not have an OTR number, complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process first:
- Click on “Get O.T.R. Number” on the homepage
- Provide personal details, date of birth, and contact information
- Verify via OTP on your registered mobile number
- Note your OTR number — this is the only registration identifier for all UPPSC applications
3) Log in to the Candidate Dashboard using your OTR number and password
4) Click on the UPPSC PCS 2026 Apply link under the Candidate Dashboard
5) Fill in the application form carefully — personal details, educational qualifications, address, category, and domicile status
6) Upload required documents:
- Recent passport-size photograph (as per specified dimensions and file size)
- Specimen Signature (as per specified dimensions and file size)
- Note: On UPPSC portal, photograph and signature are uploaded as a single combined image
7) Pay the application fee (General/OBC/EWS: ₹125; SC/ST: ₹65; PwD: ₹25) through online payment mode only
8) Review the filled form carefully before final submission. After submission, corrections are possible only during the Correction Window (up to 3 August 2026).
9) Submit the application and download/print the confirmation page. Keep it for future reference.
Application Correction Window: Up to 3 August 2026. Candidates who have submitted their forms and need to make corrections can do so during this window via the Candidate Dashboard on uppsc.up.nic.in.
Important Links
Link — URL / Action
- Official Notification PDF (UPPSC PCS 2026) — Click Here
- Apply Online / OTR Registration — Click Here
- Official UPPSC Website — uppsc.up.nic.in
- Prelims Admit Card — Link will be activated on official website before 6 December 2026
- Prelims Answer Key — Will be released on official website after Prelims
- Prelims Result — Will be updated after exam