UPPSC PCS Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - 500 Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Posts

The UPPSC PCS Vacancy 2026 covers approximately 500 posts across numerous gazetted Group A and Group B services in Uttar Pradesh. The notification clearly states that the vacancy count may increase or decrease depending on circumstances and requirements. Posts included carry pay scales as per the 6th Pay Commission ranging from Rs. 9300–34800 (Grade Pay Rs. 4600) to Rs. 15600–39100 (Grade Pay Rs. 5400), except Naib Tehsildar (Grade Pay Rs. 4200). The following posts are included in the UPPSC Upper Subordinate Services Exam 2026 :

The UPPSC PCS 2026 selection process consists of three successive stages: Preliminary Examination, Main (Written) Examination, and Viva-Voce (Interview). The final merit is based on the combined score of the Main Examination and Interview marks. For some posts specified in the service rules, selection is based only on the written examination without an interview. Two compulsory papers, each of 200 marks and 2 hours duration. Both papers are objective type (MCQ) answered on OMR sheets. Paper-I (General Studies-I): 150 questions, 200 marks. Timing: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Merit is determined based on marks in Paper-I only. Paper-II (General Studies-II): 100 questions, 200 marks. Timing: 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. This is a qualifying paper with minimum 33% marks required . Paper-II marks are NOT counted in merit. Negative Marking: 1/3 mark (0.33) deducted for each wrong answer. No penalty for unattempted questions. Minimum Efficiency Standard: SC/ST candidates must score at least 35%; all other categories must score at least 40% in Preliminary/Main examination to be placed in the merit list. On the basis of Preliminary Exam results, 15 times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted for the Main Examination. Consists of 8 compulsory conventional (descriptive) papers - 3 hours each. Total marks: 1500 marks (as listed below). Candidates must obtain the minimum marks in General Hindi as determined by the Government or Commission. 3 times the number of vacancies will be called for the interview. Total marks: 100 . Tests general interest, general awareness, intelligence, character, expression, and general suitability for the service. Candidates must carry original certificates and four passport-size photographs (two attested, two unattested) for the interview. Government/Central employees must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview. Post preferences are taken at the time of interview and are treated as final - no change is permitted after this.

The UPPSC PCS 2026 online application is submitted through the OTR (One Time Registration) based system available at uppsc.up.nic.in . Applications sent through any other medium will not be accepted. Before starting, candidates must obtain an OTR number, which requires registration at otr.pariksha.nic.in at least 72 hours before submitting the application . Important: Do NOT send hard copies of the application or documents to the Commission at the Preliminary Examination stage. Hard copies will be required only when specifically asked for by the Commission after the Preliminary Examination.

Posts included under the UPPSC Combined State Services Exam 2026 carry pay scales as per the 6th Pay Commission. Candidates selected for different posts will receive salaries commensurate with their designated pay band and grade pay. The pay scales range widely depending on the post, as listed below. In addition, selected candidates are entitled to government allowances (DA, HRA, TA, etc.) as applicable under UP government rules. After selection, candidates will be required to undergo a Medical Examination as per the relevant service rules. Calculate your exact in-hand Salary in 10 seconds - Calculate Now

Physical measurement standards apply to specific posts under the UPPSC PCS 2026 recruitment. Candidates applying for posts such as Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Superintendent of Jail, District Commandant Home Guards, Excise Inspector, Deputy Jailor, and District Youth Welfare and Pradeshik Vikas Dal Officer must meet the height, chest, and vision requirements as prescribed in the notification. Candidates should verify their physical measurements before applying to avoid disqualification at later stages. For the post of DSP, vision requirement is 6/6. Candidates of Scheduled Tribes and candidates from Kumayun and Gadhwal divisions are eligible for relaxed height norms as specified in the notification.

Reservation benefits for the UPPSC Upper Subordinate Services Exam 2026 are available exclusively to permanent residents (domicile) of Uttar Pradesh. SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates from other states are not entitled to reservation or age relaxation. Candidates can claim reservation under only one concession, whichever is more beneficial to them. Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS of UP is as per relevant UP government rules. Horizontal reservation applies to: Dependents of Freedom Fighters (UP), Female candidates (UP), Ex-Servicemen (UP), PH (UP), and Outstanding Sports Persons (UP). For women candidates, the caste certificate issued from the father's side only will be treated as valid. EWS candidates must submit an income and asset certificate for the financial year prior to the year of application. Candidates of SC/ST/OBC/EWS reserved categories can be adjusted against the unreserved category in final selection only if they have not availed any concession in qualifying standards at the Preliminary/Main Examination stage.

At the Preliminary Examination stage, candidates do not need to submit hard copies of documents. However, candidates must keep all documents ready as they will be required during the Main Examination application, interview, and document verification stages. The following documents are essential: High School (10th) Certificate for date of birth verification (this is the only accepted document for DOB) All educational qualification mark sheets and degree certificates (self-attested copies) Category/Caste Certificate issued by competent authority in the prescribed format (Appendix-1 of the notification) Domicile/Residence Certificate of Uttar Pradesh EWS Certificate (for EWS candidates) - income and asset certificate for the financial year prior to the application year Disability Certificate in prescribed format (Form-II, III, or IV as applicable) countersigned by Chief Medical Officer - for PH candidates Discharge Certificate from Army (for Ex-Servicemen) - must be discharged before the last date for receipt of applications Skilled Player/Outstanding Sports Person Certificate in prescribed format (Forms 1–4 as applicable) No Objection Certificate from employer (for serving government employees - required at interview stage) Four passport-size photographs (two attested by Head of Department/Head of Institution/Gazetted Officer, two unattested) - for interview Chief Minister Fellowship Programme Experience Certificate (for research scholars claiming age relaxation/weightage) Experience Certificate for the post of Principal, Government Intermediate College

Many candidates lose out on the UPPSC PCS exam 2026 due to avoidable errors during application. Here are the most common mistakes and how to prevent them: Not registering on OTR 72 hours in advance: OTR registration must be completed at least 72 hours before submitting the application. Leaving it for the last day causes technical delays and missed deadlines. Not synchronizing OTR changes: If you update personal details in your OTR, you must synchronize them on the Dashboard before applying. Changes not synchronized will not reflect in the application. Entering wrong category/date of birth: These details as entered before the last date of application are final. No representation for change will be entertained after the last date. A wrong entry leads to cancellation of candidature. Appearing in only one paper of Prelims: Candidates MUST appear in both Paper-I and Paper-II of the Preliminary Examination. Absence from either paper leads to disqualification - even if Paper-II is qualifying only. Using Pen/Pencil other than Black Ball Point Pen: OMR sheets must be filled using Black Ball Point Pen only. Use of any other pen or pencil is strictly prohibited and can lead to non-evaluation. Using Whitener/Blade/Pin on OMR: Do not use whitener, blade, pin, or rubber on OMR answer sheets. Tampering will result in the answer sheet not being evaluated. Not printing and preserving the application/fee receipt: Candidates must take a printout of the application form and payment transaction slip and keep them safely for future reference. In case of any discrepancy, only the printed copy will be accepted. Submitting hard copy of documents before being asked: At the Preliminary stage, do NOT send any hard copies to the Commission. Send only when specifically requested via a separate press communiqué. Not fulfilling physical standards before applying for specific posts: Posts like DSP, Excise Inspector, Jail Superintendent, etc. have mandatory physical measurement requirements. Candidates who do not meet these standards will be disqualified at the physical verification stage despite passing the written test. Applying in the final year of essential qualification: Candidates who are still appearing in the examination of the essential qualification are NOT eligible and should not apply.