The UPSSSC Lower PCS Main Examination 2026 is officially scheduled for August 23, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Candidates can now verify their designated examination district online.
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) issued an official notification on August 14, 2026, confirming the exam date for the Combined Lower Subordinate Services (Graduate Level) Main Examination. The test is set for August 23, 2026. Furthermore, the Commission has enabled an online facility on their official portal, upsssc.gov.in, for shortlisted candidates to view their assigned examination districts.
UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam Date 2026 Out
According to the official announcement, the UPSSSC Lower PCS Main Examination 2026 will take place on August 23, 2026, conducted in a single shift from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
This examination is for candidates successfully shortlisted under Advertisement No. 07-Exam/2026. We advise all aspirants to thoroughly review their exam-related documents and guidelines before the assessment date.
UPSSSC Lower PCS Notification 2026
केवल वे ही उम्मीदवार मुख्य परीक्षा में शामिल होने के पात्र हैं, जिन्होंने प्रारंभिक अर्हता परीक्षा (PET 2025) में भाग लिया था और जिनके पास वैध स्कोर कार्ड उपलब्ध है।
| UPSSSC Lower PCS Recruitment 2026:Overview | |
| Exam Name | UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam 2026 |
| Advt No | 07-Exam 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 2285+231 New (2516) |
| Exam Stage | Main Examination |
| Exam Date | 23 August 2026 |
| Exam Time | 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon |
| District Intimation | Released |
| Admit Card | TBA |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC Lower PCS Admit Card 2026
The UPSSSC Lower PCS Admit Card 2026 will be released shortly before the Main Examination. Candidates must download their hall ticket via the official UPSSSC website using their login credentials.
The admit card contains vital details including the examination center, reporting schedule, roll number, and specific exam-day instructions. Please ensure you carry a printed copy of your admit card to the venue.
UPSSSC Lower PCS Vacancy 2026
उत्तर प्रदेश अधीनस्थ सेवा चयन आयोग (UPSSSC) ने लोअर पीसीएस भर्ती 2026 के अंतर्गत लेखा परीक्षक (Auditor), सहायक, लिपिक तथा अन्य विभिन्न प्रशासनिक पदों के लिए भर्ती प्रक्रिया शुरू की है।
| Department Name (विभाग का नाम) | Post Name (पदनाम) | Total Vacancies (कुल पद) |
|---|---|---|
| Directorate of Treasury, Uttar Pradesh / निर्देशालय कोषागार, उत्तर प्रदेश | Assistant Treasury Accountant / सहायक कोषागार लेखाकार | 545 |
| Cooperative Societies and Panchayat Audit Directorate, UP / सहकारी समितियां एवं पंचायत, लेखा परीक्षा निर्देशालय, उत्तर प्रदेश | Auditor / लेखा परीक्षक | 419 |
| State Agricultural Marketing Board, UP / राज्य कृषि उत्पादन मण्डी परिषद, उत्तर प्रदेश | Amin / Auctioneer / अमीन / नीलामकर्ता | 323 |
| Urban Development Directorate, UP / नगर निकाय निर्देशालय, उत्तर प्रदेश | Executive Officer / अधिशासी अधिकारी | 238 |
| State Agricultural Marketing Board, UP / राज्य कृषि उत्पादन मण्डी परिषद, उत्तर प्रदेश | Clerk cum Typist / Cashier cum Clerk / Accounts Clerk / लिपिक सह टंकक / रोकडिया सह लिपिक / लेखा लिपिक | 229 |
| Office of Excise Commissioner, UP / कार्यालय चकबंदी आयुक्त, उत्तर प्रदेश | Assistant Excise Officer / Assistant Valuation Officer / सहायक चकबंदी अधिकारी / सहायक आयतीकरण अधिकारी | 168 |
| Industries and Enterprise Promotion Directorate, Kanpur / उद्योग एवं उद्यम प्रोत्साहन निर्देशालय, उ०प्र०, कानपुर | Assistant Manager (Non-Technical) / सहायक प्रबन्धक (गैर तकनीकी) | 181 |
| Industries and Enterprise Promotion Directorate, Kanpur (Special Selection) / उद्योग एवं उद्यम प्रोत्साहन निर्देशालय, उ०प्र०, कानपुर (विशेष चयन) | Assistant Manager (Non-Technical) (Special Selection) / सहायक प्रबन्धक (गैर तकनीकी) (विशेष चयन) | 03 |
| UP State Road Transport Corporation, Lucknow | Centre In-charge | 92 |
| Directorate of Family Welfare, UP, Lucknow / परिवार कल्याण महानिदेशालय, उत्तर प्रदेश, लखनऊ | District Assistant Immunization Officer | 85 |
| State Agricultural Marketing Board, UP / राज्य कृषि उत्पादन मण्डी परिषद, उत्तर प्रदेश | Market Supervisor Grade-2 / मण्डी पर्यवेक्षक श्रेणी-2 | 46 |
| Rajya Sampatti Vibhag | Swagat | 14 |
| Sachivalaya Prashasan | Assistant Store Keeper | 2 |
| UP Awas Vikas Parishad | Swagat Adhikari | 1 |
| Survey Commissioner Waqf | Waqf Nirikshak | 11 |
| Madya Nishedh Vibhag (Samaj Kalyan) | District Excise & Social Uplift Officer | 18 |
| UPSSSC | Lower Class Assistant | 04 |
| UPSSSC (Special) | Lower Class Assistant (Special | 6 |
| UPSSSC | Upper Class Assistant | 4 |
| State Election Commission | Asst. District Election Officer | 2 |
| State Election Commission (Special) | Asst. District Election Officer (Special) | 3 |
| Food & Logistics (Marketing) | Marketing Inspector | 102 |
| Food & Logistics (Marketing Special) | Marketing Inspector (Special) | 16 |
| Food & Logistics (Supply) | Supply Inspector | 332 |
| Food & Logistics (Supply Special) | Supply Inspector (Special) | 8 |
| Jail HQ | Manager, Jail Depo | 1 |
| Total | 2516 |
View Category-wise Vacancy Distribution PDF
Following an official corrigendum, the total vacancy count for the Combined Lower Subordinate Services Main Examination 2026 has been revised upward to 2,516 posts. This includes an increase in Assistant Manager (Non-Technical) roles from 134 to 181 positions under the Directorate of Industries and Enterprise Promotion, Kanpur.
What Are The Eligibility Criteria 2026?
Applicants interested in the UPSSSC Lower PCS Recruitment 2026 must meet the following mandatory eligibility criteria to qualify for the selection process:
1. Educational Qualification
| Post Name (पदनाम) | Educational Qualification (अनिवार्य अहर्ता) |
|---|---|
| Assistant Treasury Accountant / सहायक कोषागार लेखाकार | Bachelor’s degree from a university established by law in India |
| Auditor / लेखा परीक्षक | Bachelor’s degree from a university established by law in India |
| Amin / Auctioneer / अमीन / नीलामकर्ता | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university |
| Executive Officer / अधिशासी अधिकारी | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university |
| Clerk cum Typist / Cashier cum Clerk / Accounts Clerk / लिपिक सह टंकक / रोकडिया सह लिपिक / लेखा लिपिक | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university |
| Assistant Excise Officer / Assistant Valuation Officer / सहायक चकबंदी अधिकारी / सहायक आयतीकरण अधिकारी | Bachelor’s degree from a university established by law in India |
| Assistant Manager (Non-Technical) | Bachelor’s degree from a university established by law in India or equivalent recognized by the government |
| Assistant Manager (Non-Technical) (Special Selection) / सहायक प्रबन्धक (गैर तकनीकी) (विशेष चयन) | Bachelor’s degree from a university established by law in India or equivalent recognized by government |
| Centre In-charge / केन्द्र प्रभारी | Bachelor’s degree from a university established in India or equivalent recognized by the state government, with working knowledge of Hindi in the Devanagari script |
| District Assistant Immunization Officer / जिला सहायक प्रतिरक्षण अधिकारी | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university |
| Market Supervisor Grade-2 / मण्डी पर्यवेक्षक श्रेणी-2 | General: Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks + Intermediate with 50% marks SC/ST/OBC: Bachelor’s degree with 45% marks + Intermediate with 45% marks |
| Swagat / Assistant Store Keeper / Waqf Nirikshak / District Excise Officer | Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university |
| Swagat Adhikari (Housing Board) | Bachelor’s degree (minimum second class) |
| Lower / Upper Class Assistant (UPSSSC) | Bachelor’s degree |
| Asst. District Election Officer | Bachelor’s degree + computer knowledge (NIELIT ‘O’ level or equivalent) |
| Marketing / Supply Inspector | Bachelor’s degree |
| Manager, Jail Depo | Bachelor’s degree + 5 years sales experience |
2. Mandatory Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025)
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| PET Mandatory | Only candidates who appeared in the PET-2025 and have been issued a scorecard by the commission are eligible to apply for this Main Examination. |
| PET Score Requirement | Candidates who scored zero or negative marks (absolute or normalized) in PET-2025 will not be shortlisted for the Main Examination. |
3. Age Limit (as on July 1, 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 21 years | 40 years |
| SC / ST / OBC | 21 years | 45 years (5 years relaxation) |
UPSSSC Lower PCS Apply Online Link 2026:
The application window for the 2026 recruitment cycle was hosted on the official UPSSSC portal. Eligible candidates who cleared the PET exam were invited to submit their applications by the deadline of June 18, 2026.
UPSSSC Official Portal (Application Link Inactive)
How to Apply Online?
Follow these steps to navigate the application process for the Lower PCS Recruitment 2026 successfully:
- Visit the official UPSSSC website and open the “Live Advertisements” section.
- Click on the “UPSSSC Lower PCS Recruitment 2026 Apply Online” link.
- Sign in using your PET 2025 Registration Number and the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.
- Fill in the online application form with the required personal, educational, and other relevant details.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee using the available online payment options.
- Verify all the entered details carefully before submitting the application form.
- Submit the application and download or print the confirmation page for future reference.
Forgot Your PET Registration Number?
If you have misplaced your PET registration details, you can easily retrieve them via the official UPSSSC website by following the 'Know Your Registration Number' link.
- Visit the official UPSSSC website
- Go to the “Live Advertisements” section
- Click on the Forgot Registration Number option
- Enter your registered mobile number, email ID, and other required details
- Verify through OTP
- Your PET Registration Number will be sent to your registered mobile number/email ID
Application Fee
The application fee for the 2026 recruitment must be paid online. Available payment gateways include Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Net Banking, and UPI.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved/EWS | 25.00 |
| Other Backward Class | 25.00 |
| Scheduled Caste | 25.00 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 25.00 |
Selection Process
The selection process for UPSSSC Lower PCS 2026 consists of two stages: initial screening based on PET-2025 scores, followed by the Main Written Examination. There is no interview stage for these positions.
Stage 1: Shortlisting
- Shortlisting for the Main Examination will be done based on the normalized score of PET-2025
- Candidates with zero or negative marks in PET-2025 will not be shortlisted
Stage 2: Main Written Examination
- Type: Objective, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
- Syllabus: Includes Indian History, Polity, Geography, Economy, General Science, Environment, Current Events, General Intelligence, Elementary Math, General Hindi, Computer & IT, and Uttar Pradesh GK
Stage 3- Final Selection
- Final selection will be based solely on the marks obtained in the Main Written Examination
- No interview will be conducted
- Department/Post allotment will be done based on merit, preference, vacancy availability, and reservation.
UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam Pattern 2026
The examination scheme is centered on the Mains Written Examination, as the PET serves exclusively as a qualifying prerequisite.
- All questions will be objective type with multiple choices
- Each question carries 1 mark
- Negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer
- The exam duration is 2 hours (120 minutes)
- There is no interview – final selection is based solely on this written exam
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | History of India & Indian National Movement | 05 | 05 |
| Indian Polity & Indian Constitution | 10 | 10 | |
| Geography of India & World | 05 | 05 | |
| Indian Economy & Social Development | 10 | 10 | |
| General Science | 05 | 05 | |
| Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management | 10 | 10 | |
| Current Events (National & International) | 05 | 05 | |
| General Intelligence Test | 05 | 05 | |
| Elementary Mathematical Knowledge | 05 | 05 | |
| General Hindi | 05 | 05 | |
| Part-2 | Computer & Information Technology | 15 | 15 |
| Part-3 | General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
UPSSSC Lower PCS Salary 2026
Compensation is structured according to the 7th Pay Commission (CPC). Appointees are placed in Pay Levels 4 through 6, with base salaries ranging from ₹25,500 to ₹35,400, supplemented by allowances such as DA, HRA, and TA. Expect an in-hand monthly salary between ₹30,000 and ₹40,000.
| Also check |
| UPSSSC Lower PCS Syllabus |
| UPSSSC Lower PCS Salary |
| UPSSSC Lower PCS Previous Year Question Papers |
FAQs
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has announced a total of 2,516 vacancies for this recruitment cycle.
Available roles encompass various positions, including Auditor (लेखा परीक्षक), Assistant, Clerk, and other administrative staff.
To be eligible, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree and possess a valid score from the UPSSSC PET 2025.
The selection pipeline includes PET qualification, the Main Examination, and a final Document Verification stage.
The official application process for this recruitment commenced on May 29, 2026.
No, a valid UP PET 2025 score card is a mandatory requirement for all applicants.
The UPSSSC Lower PCS Main Examination is confirmed to take place on August 23, 2026.