The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially announced the timeline for the highly anticipated recruitment cycle under Advertisement Number 08-Exam/2026. Aspirants preparing for the position of Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) can now streamline their preparations as the official exam schedule has been made public.
UPSSSC Excise Constable Main Examination Overview
Following the official notice released on 25 August 2026, candidates must finalize their preparation strategies. The exam is scheduled for 20 September 2026. Review the key highlights of the examination parameters below:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Authority | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Exam Name | Excise Constable Main Examination 2026 |
| Post | Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) |
| Advertisement No. | 08-Exam/2026 |
| Exam Date | 20 September 2026 |
| Exam Timing | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Examination Fee Structure
Candidates are required to pay the prescribed processing fee prior to downloading their admit cards. Payment must be processed through online modes:
- Unreserved: ₹200
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): ₹200
- Scheduled Caste (SC): ₹80
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): ₹80
- Divyang Candidates: No Fee
| Category | Main Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | ₹200 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | ₹200 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | ₹80 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | ₹80 |
| Divyang Candidates | No Fee |
UPSSSC Excise Constable Exam Pattern & Syllabus Overview
The main examination comprises 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 100 marks. Candidates will be allotted 2 hours (120 minutes) to complete the test. A negative marking scheme applies, deducting 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer.
Exam Pattern Breakdown
- Part 1: Indian History & Indian National Movement (5 Questions, 5 Marks)
- Part 1: India & World Geography (5 Questions, 5 Marks)
- Part 1: Economic & Social Development (10 Questions, 10 Marks)
- Part 1: Indian Polity & Constitution (10 Questions, 10 Marks)
- Part 1: General Science & Technology (5 Questions, 5 Marks)
- Part 1: Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management (5 Questions, 5 Marks)
- Part 1: Current Affairs (National & International) (5 Questions, 5 Marks)
- Part 1: Data Interpretation (10 Questions, 10 Marks)
- Part 1: Important Legal Provisions & Policies Related to Excise in Uttar Pradesh (10 Questions, 10 Marks)
- Part 2: Computer & Information Technology (15 Questions, 15 Marks)
- Part 3: General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh (20 Questions, 20 Marks)
- Total: 100 Questions, 100 Marks
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Indian History & Indian National Movement | 5 | 5 |
| Part 1 | India & World Geography | 5 | 5 |
| Part 1 | Economic & Social Development | 10 | 10 |
| Part 1 | Indian Polity & Constitution | 10 | 10 |
| Part 1 | General Science & Technology | 5 | 5 |
| Part 1 | Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management | 5 | 5 |
| Part 1 | Current Affairs (National & International) | 5 | 5 |
| Part 1 | Data Interpretation | 10 | 10 |
| Part 1 | Important Legal Provisions & Policies Related to Excise in Uttar Pradesh | 10 | 10 |
| Part 2 | Computer & Information Technology | 15 | 15 |
| Part 3 | General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | — | 100 | 100 |
Core Syllabus Topics Checklist
- Indian History & National Movement
- Geography
- Economic & Social Development
- Indian Polity & Constitution
- General Science & Technology
- Environment & Disaster Management
- Current Affairs
- Data Interpretation
- UP Excise Laws & Policies
- Computer & IT
- Uttar Pradesh General Knowledge
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Indian History & National Movement | Ancient, Medieval and Modern Indian History; Indian National Movement |
| Geography | Geography of India and the World; physical and economic geography |
| Economic & Social Development | Indian economy, economic development, social development and related issues |
| Indian Polity & Constitution | Constitution, governance, political system, fundamental rights and duties |
| General Science & Technology | Basic science, scientific developments and technology |
| Environment & Disaster Management | Ecology, environment, biodiversity, pollution and disaster management |
| Current Affairs | National and international important events |
| Data Interpretation | Tables, graphs, charts and basic data analysis |
| UP Excise Laws & Policies | Important legal provisions, rules and policies related to excise in Uttar Pradesh |
| Computer & IT | Computer basics, hardware, software, internet, IT applications, digital technology and recent technological developments |
| Uttar Pradesh General Knowledge | History, culture, geography, economy, agriculture, industries, administration, environment and current affairs of Uttar Pradesh |
Salary Structure & Compensation Details
Selected candidates appointed under the Excise Commissioner, Uttar Pradesh will be compensated according to standard government pay matrix guidelines.
- Post: Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi)
- Pay Level: Level-2
- Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200
- Basic Starting Pay: ₹19,900
- Allowances: As per applicable government rules
- Department: Excise Commissioner, Uttar Pradesh
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Pay Scale | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Basic Starting Pay | ₹19,900 |
| Allowances | As per applicable government rules |
| Department | Excise Commissioner, Uttar Pradesh |