UPSSSC Regional Youth Welfare Officer & Exercise Trainer Recruitment 2026: 412 Posts Announced, Apply Online from October 16

UPSSSC Regional Youth Welfare Officer & Exercise Trainer Recruitment 2026 Notification Released

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow, has officially issued the recruitment advertisement notification under Advt. No. 23-Exam/2026 for the posts of Regional Youth Welfare & Pradeshik Vikas Dal Officer and Exercise Trainer. This recruitment drive, conducted under the Directorate of Youth Welfare and Pradeshik Rakshak Dal, Uttar Pradesh, aims to fill a total of 412 vacant posts. Interested candidates who have appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and hold a valid scorecard with non-zero positive marks are eligible to apply online between 16 October 2026 and 06 November 2026.

Vacancy Details and Educational Qualifications

The recruitment offers two distinct posts with specific eligibility requirements. Candidates must carefully review the qualifications before applying:

• Regional Youth Welfare & Pradeshik Vikas Dal Officer: 368 vacancies. Candidates must have appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 with a valid scorecard and possess a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a university recognized by law in India.
• Exercise Trainer: 44 vacancies. Candidates must have appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 with a valid scorecard and hold a Bachelor's degree in any stream along with D.P.Ed / B.P.Ed / B.P.E or a Bachelor's degree in Physical Education from a recognized university or institute.

The total number of vacancies stands at 412. This is a significant opportunity for candidates with a background in physical education and youth welfare to secure a government position in Uttar Pradesh.

Important Dates

Key dates for the recruitment process are as follows:

• Online Application Start Date: 16/10/2026
• Last Date for Apply Online: 06/11/2026
• Last Date for Fee Adjustment & Form Modification: 13/11/2026
• Mains Examination Date: Notified Later
• Admit Card Available Date: Before Exam

Application Fee

A uniform online processing fee of Rs. 25/- is applicable for all candidates, including General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PH, Female, and ESM categories. Payment can be made online through SBI e-Pay, Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI.

Age Limit

Candidates must be between 21 to 40 years of age as on 01/07/2026. Upper age relaxation of 05 years is applicable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh. Additional relaxation is provided for Ex-Servicemen, PwD, and skilled sports persons as per government rules.

Physical Measurement Test (PMT) Standards

Candidates must meet the prescribed physical standards:

• General / OBC / SC Candidates: Male - Height 167.7 cms, Chest 78.8-83.8 cms; Female - Height 152.0 cms.
• Scheduled Tribe (ST) Candidates: Male - Height 160.0 cms, Chest 76.5-81.3 cms; Female - Height 147.0 cms.

Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Qualifying Criteria

The PET is qualifying in nature and varies by post and gender:

• Regional Youth Welfare Officer (Male): 200m Sprint, Long Jump, High Jump, and Shot Put. Minimum aggregate 45 marks required across events.
• Regional Youth Welfare Officer (Female): 200m Sprint, Long Jump, Cricket Ball Throw, and Rope Skipping. Minimum aggregate 45 marks required.
• Exercise Trainer (Male): Indian Gymnastics (Malkhamb, Asana, Mugdar - Min 50 Marks) & Gymnastics (Parallel Bar, Horizontal Bar, Vaulting Horse, Pommel Horse, Floor Exercise - Min 75 Marks).
• Exercise Trainer (Female): Indian Gymnastics (Malkhamb Rope, Asana, Skipping Rope - Min 40 Marks) & Gymnastics (Parallel Bar, Vaulting Horse, Balancing Beam, Uneven Bars - Min 65 Marks).

Selection Process

The selection process involves multiple stages:

1. Shortlisting of candidates based on UPSSSC PET 2025 Normalized Score.
2. Mains Written Examination for shortlisted candidates (Syllabus and exam date to be declared separately).
3. Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) - Qualifying in nature.
4. Document Verification (DV) followed by Medical Examination.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to submit your application:

1. Visit the official website of UPSSSC at upsssc.gov.in.
2. Under the 'Live Advertisement' section on the homepage, click on Advertisement No. 23-Exam/2026.
3. Log in using your UP PET 2025 Registration Number through either OTP authentication or Personal Details (DOB, Gender, Domicile, Category).
4. Check your pre-filled details, choose the eligible post(s) applied for, and fill in graduation & technical qualification details.
5. Preview your photograph and signature (pre-fetched from your PET 2025 profile).
6. Pay the online processing fee of Rs. 25/- through SBI e-Pay, Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
7. Submit the application on or before 06 November 2026 and take a clear printout of the final application form and payment receipt.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. When will the online application start for UPSSSC Regional Youth Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026?
Ans. Online applications will commence on 16 October 2026 and the closing date is 06 November 2026.

Q2. Is UP PET 2025 mandatory for this recruitment?
Ans. Yes, candidates must possess a valid UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET 2025) scorecard with positive (non-zero) marks.

Q3. How many total vacancies are announced under Advt. No. 23-Exam/2026?
Ans. A total of 412 vacancies have been announced (368 for Regional Youth Welfare & Pradeshik Vikas Dal Officer and 44 for Exercise Trainer).

Q4. What is the application fee for all categories?
Ans. A uniform online processing fee of Rs. 25/- is applicable for all candidates.

Q5. What is the minimum height requirement for male candidates?
Ans. Minimum height is 167.7 cm for General, OBC, and SC male candidates, and 160 cm for ST male candidates.

Candidates are advised to apply early and keep their PET 2025 registration details handy. Regular updates on the mains exam and admit card will be available on the official UPSSSC website.