UPSSSC UP PET 2026 Notification: Application Form, Exam Date & Syllabus
| Recruitment Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Exam Name | Preliminary Eligibility Test (UP PET 2026) |
| Total Vacancies | Varies (Post-wise vacancies announced separately) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Lucknow (India) |
| Event / Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 03 Aug 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 07 Sep 2026 |
| Correction Window Start | 08 Sep 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Passed Class 10th (High School) or equivalent from a recognized board. Higher qualifications are also accepted. |
| Work Experience | Not required |
| Age Limits Details |
General / UR: 18-40 Years
OBC Candidates: 18-43 Years
EWS Candidates: 18-40 Years
SC Candidates: 18-45 Years
ST Candidates: 18-45 Years
PwBD Candidates: 18-50 Years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): As per UP State Rules
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| Age Relaxation Info | Age relaxation applicable as per UP state government rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen/Sportspersons. |
| Nationality / Citizenship | Indian |
| Domicile Requirements | Uttar Pradesh |
| Eligibility Notes | One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory for all applicants. |
| General / UR | 185 |
| OBC | 185 |
| EWS | 185 |
| SC | 95 |
| ST | 95 |
| PwBD | 25 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 95 |
| Post Name | Total Posts | Description / Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| UP PET 2026 (Qualifying Exam) | Various | Preliminary Eligibility Test for Group B and Group C posts in Uttar Pradesh government departments. |
- Step 1: UP Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) - Online/OMR objective type screening examination.
- Step 2: Qualifying candidates appear in the respective Group B or Group C post examination as per the vacancy notification.
- Step 3: Document Verification for shortlisted candidates.
- Step 4: Final selection based on the performance in the specific post examination and document verification.
- Step 1: Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in.
- Step 2: Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if you haven't already.
- Step 3: Log in using your OTR number or registered mobile number with OTP verification.
- Step 4: Fill in educational qualifications, personal details, category, and age relaxation details accurately.
- Step 5: Pay the applicable application fee online via credit card, debit card, net banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan.
- Step 6: Review all the details carefully and submit the form. Take a printout of the final submitted application for future reference.
| Subject Name | Questions | Marks | Topics List (Comma Separated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian History | 5 | 5 |
Ancient India•
Medieval India•
Modern India
|
| Indian National Movement | 5 | 5 |
Freedom Struggle•
Gandhian Era•
Post-Independence
|
| Geography | 5 | 5 |
Physical Geography•
Indian Geography•
World Geography
|
| Indian Economy | 5 | 5 |
Basic Concepts•
Five Year Plans•
Budget•
Banking
|
| Indian Constitution & Public Administration | 5 | 5 |
Constitutional Framework•
Fundamental Rights•
Directive Principles•
Governance
|
| General Science | 5 | 5 |
Physics•
Chemistry•
Biology•
Environment
|
| Elementary Arithmetic | 5 | 5 |
Number System•
LCM & HCF•
Percentage•
Profit & Loss•
Ratio & Proportion
|
| General Hindi | 5 | 5 |
Grammar•
Vocabulary•
Comprehension
|
| General English | 5 | 5 |
Grammar•
Vocabulary•
Comprehension
|
| Logic & Reasoning | 5 | 5 |
Analogy•
Coding-Decoding•
Blood Relations•
Puzzle
|
| Current Affairs & General Awareness | 20 | 20 |
National Events•
International Events•
Sports•
Science & Technology•
Awards & Honors
|
| Unseen Passages (Hindi) | 10 | 10 |
Comprehension•
Interpretation
|
| Graph & Table Interpretation | 20 | 20 |
Data Analysis•
Graphical Representation•
Tabular Data
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| Link Description | Action Link |
|---|---|
| UPSSSC Official Website | Click Here → |
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the notification for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (UP PET) 2026 under Advertisement No. 16-Pariksha/2026 on 01 August 2026. This mandatory screening examination is conducted to shortlist candidates for various Group B and Group C posts in Uttar Pradesh government departments. The online registration process begins on 03 August 2026, with the last date to apply being 07 September 2026. Candidates who have completed their One Time Registration (OTR) and possess at least a 10th pass qualification are eligible to apply.
The UP PET is a qualifying examination that serves as the first step in the selection process for numerous state government positions. The score obtained in this test is valid for three years from the date of result declaration, making it a valuable asset for aspirants seeking multiple opportunities in the UP government sector. The exam is designed to assess the candidates' general aptitude, reasoning abilities, and basic knowledge across various subjects.
UPSSSC UP PET 2026: Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 03 August 2026
- Registration Last Date: 07 September 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 07 September 2026
- Correction Window: 08 September 2026
- Admit Card Release: Notified Later
- Exam Date: Notified Later
Application Fee Structure
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 185/-
- SC / ST: Rs. 95/-
- PWD (Divyangjan): Rs. 25/-
- Payment Mode: Online via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan.
Eligibility Criteria for UP PET 2026
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Class 10th (High School) or equivalent from a recognized board. Higher qualifications are also accepted.
- Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026): Minimum 18 years, Maximum 40 years. Age relaxation applies as per UP state rules for reserved categories.
- One Time Registration (OTR): Mandatory for all applicants.
UP PET 2026 Exam Pattern
- Exam Mode: Objective Type (OMR / CBT)
- Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100 (1 mark per question)
- Negative Marking: 1/4th (0.25) mark deducted for each wrong answer
Syllabus and Subject Distribution
The UP PET 2026 syllabus covers a wide range of topics. The subject-wise distribution of questions is as follows:
- Indian History: 5 questions
- Indian National Movement: 5 questions
- Geography: 5 questions
- Indian Economy: 5 questions
- Indian Constitution & Public Administration: 5 questions
- General Science: 5 questions
- Elementary Arithmetic: 5 questions
- General Hindi: 5 questions
- General English: 5 questions
- Logic & Reasoning: 5 questions
- Current Affairs: 10 questions
- General Awareness: 10 questions
- Unseen Hindi Passages: 10 questions
- Graph Interpretation: 10 questions
- Table Interpretation: 10 questions
Score Validity
The UP PET 2026 scorecard remains valid for 3 years from the date of result declaration. This allows candidates to use the score for multiple recruitments conducted by UPSSSC and other state government departments.
How to Apply for UPSSSC UP PET 2026
- Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if not already done.
- Log in using your OTR number or registered mobile number with OTP verification.
- Fill in educational qualifications, personal details, category, and age relaxation details.
- Pay the required application fee online.
- Review all details and print the final submitted application form.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When does the UPSSSC UP PET 2026 online registration begin?
Online registration begins on 03 August 2026.
2. What is the last date to apply for UP PET 2026?
The last date to submit the application and pay fees is 07 September 2026.
3. What is the educational qualification for UP PET 2026?
Candidates must have passed Class 10th (High School) or equivalent.
4. How long is the UP PET 2026 score valid?
The UP PET scorecard remains valid for 3 years from the result date.
5. Is there any negative marking in UP PET 2026?
Yes, 1/4th (0.25) mark is deducted for each incorrect answer.
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