UPPSC RO ARO Recruitment 2026: 501 Posts Online Form, Eligibility, Dates & Exam Pattern
| Organization Name | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
| Job Location |
All India / Across India (Candidates from all States & UTs Eligible)
Main Campus / Office: Prayagraj
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| Event / Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 26 Oct 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 26 Nov 2026 |
| Correction Window Start | 03 Dec 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized University. For Account posts: B.Com with Accountancy + 'O' Level certificate + Hindi knowledge. For ARO posts: Bachelor's Degree + 'O' Level certificate (DOEACC/NIELIT) + Hindi typing speed of 25 WPM. | ||||||
| Work Experience | Fresher | ||||||
| Age Limits Details |
General / UR: 21-40 years
OBC Candidates: 21-43 years
EWS Candidates: 21-40 years
SC Candidates: 21-45 years
ST Candidates: 21-45 years
PwBD Candidates: 21-50 years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): As per rules
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| Age Relaxation Info | As per UPPSC RO/ARO Examination Rules 2026 | ||||||
| Nationality / Citizenship | Indian | ||||||
| Domicile Requirements | Uttar Pradesh (for reservation benefits) | ||||||
| Other Eligibility Parameters |
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| Eligibility Notes | Candidates must have passed Bachelor's degree from a university established by law in India. For ARO posts, Hindi typing speed of 25 WPM on computer is mandatory. 'O' Level certificate from DOEACC/NIELIT or equivalent is required for certain posts. |
| General / UR | 125 |
| OBC | 125 |
| EWS | 125 |
| SC | 65 |
| ST | 65 |
| PwBD | 25 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 65 |
| Post Name | Total Posts | Description / Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Samiksha Adhikari (U.P. Secretariat) | 122 | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline. |
| Samiksha Adhikari (UPPSC) | 3 | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline. |
| Samiksha Adhikari (Board of Revenue) | 6 | Bachelor's Degree in any discipline. |
| Samiksha Adhikari (Account) (U.P. Secretariat) | 31 | B.Com with Accountancy + 'O' Level certificate + Hindi knowledge. |
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (U.P. Secretariat) | 261 | Bachelor's Degree + 'O' Level certificate + Hindi typing 25 WPM. |
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (UPPSC) | 21 | Bachelor's Degree + Diploma in Computer Science or 'O' Level + Hindi typing 25 WPM. |
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (Board of Revenue) | 2 | Bachelor's Degree + 'O' Level certificate + Hindi typing 25 WPM. |
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (Office of Advocate General) | 45 | Bachelor's Degree + 'O' Level certificate from NIELIT + Hindi typing 25 WPM. |
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (Account) (U.P. Secretariat Special Rect.) | 6 | B.Com with Accountancy + 'O' Level certificate + Hindi knowledge. |
| Manager (UPPSC) | 1 | Bachelor's Degree in History, Geography, English Literature, Anthropology, or Architecture + good knowledge of Hindi. |
| Care-Taker (UPPSC) | 1 | Bachelor's Degree (Diploma in Hotel Management/Catering preferred). |
| Receptionist (Swagati) (UPPSC) | 1 | Bachelor's Degree (Relevant diploma/hospitality background preferred). |
| Store Keeper (UPPSC) | 1 | Bachelor's Degree (Experience in store maintenance and Commerce graduates preferred). |
| Subject Name | Questions | Marks | Topics List (Comma Separated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 140 | 140 |
History of India•
Indian National Movement•
Indian Polity•
Economy•
Geography•
General Science•
Current Events
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| General Hindi | 60 | 60 |
Hindi Vocabulary•
Hindi Grammar•
Sentence Correction•
Idioms and Phrases
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| Subject Name | Questions | Marks | Topics List (Comma Separated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies-I | 20 | 200 |
Indian History•
Indian Polity•
Economy•
Geography•
Science and Technology
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| General Studies-II | 20 | 200 |
Current Affairs•
International Relations•
Social Issues•
Environment
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| General Hindi & Drafting | 8 | 200 |
Hindi Grammar•
Precis Writing•
Letter Writing•
Drafting
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| Hindi Essay | 2 | 200 |
Essay Writing on Social, Economic, and Political Issues
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| Link Description | Action Link |
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| Click Here to Apply Online | Click Here → |
UPPSC RO / ARO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 501 Posts
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC), Prayagraj, has announced the Review Officer (Samiksha Adhikari) and Assistant Review Officer (Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari) Examination 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 501 vacancies across various departments of the Uttar Pradesh government. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 26 October 2026 to 26 November 2026. The application correction window will remain open until 03 December 2026.
Vacancy Details
The 501 posts are distributed across different departments and include both Review Officer and Assistant Review Officer positions, along with a few other posts like Manager, Care-Taker, Receptionist, and Store Keeper. Here is a breakdown of the key posts:
- Samiksha Adhikari (Review Officer): 122 posts in U.P. Secretariat, 03 in UPPSC, 06 in Board of Revenue, and 31 in U.P. Secretariat (Account).
- Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (Assistant Review Officer): 261 posts in U.P. Secretariat, 21 in UPPSC, 02 in Board of Revenue, 45 in Office of Advocate General, and 06 in U.P. Secretariat (Special Rect.).
- Other Posts: Manager (01), Care-Taker (01), Receptionist (01), and Store Keeper (01) in UPPSC.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university. For certain posts like Samiksha Adhikari (Account), a Bachelor's degree in Commerce with Accountancy is required, along with an 'O' Level certificate in Computer Application and knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script. For Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari posts, candidates need a Bachelor's degree plus an 'O' Level certificate from DOEACC/NIELIT or equivalent, and a Hindi typewriting speed of 25 words per minute. The age limit is between 21 and 40 years as on the crucial date, with relaxation for reserved categories as per rules.
Application Fee
The application fee is Rs. 125/- for General, OBC, and EWS candidates, Rs. 65/- for SC/ST candidates, and Rs. 25/- for PH candidates. Payment can be made through SBI MOPS using debit card, credit card, net banking, or SBI e-challan.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of a Preliminary Examination (objective type, 200 marks), a Mains Written Examination (descriptive type, 800 marks), and a Computer Typing Test for ARO posts. There is no interview. Final selection is based on the Mains examination marks.
Exam Pattern
The Preliminary Exam includes General Studies (140 questions, 140 marks) and General Hindi (60 questions, 60 marks), with a total duration of 3 hours. The Mains Exam consists of four papers: General Studies-I (20 questions, 200 marks), General Studies-II (20 questions, 200 marks), General Hindi & Drafting (8 questions, 200 marks), and Hindi Essay (2 essays, 200 marks), each of 3 hours duration.
How to Apply
Candidates must first obtain an OTR (One Time Registration) number from the official OTR portal at least 72 hours before applying. Then, visit the UPPSC application portal, authenticate using OTR, fill in the application form, pay the fee, and submit. Keep a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start: 26 October 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 26 November 2026
- Correction Window: 03 December 2026
- Exam Date: To be notified
Conclusion
This is a significant opportunity for graduates seeking government jobs in Uttar Pradesh. Eligible candidates should not miss the chance to apply for UPPSC RO/ARO 2026. Prepare well for the preliminary and mains exams to secure a position.
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