UPPSC PCS 2026 Notification Released: Registration Begins for 500 Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Posts
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission has issued the notification for the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026, inviting applications for around 500 Group A and Group B posts in various departments of the Uttar Pradesh government. The online application process is currently underway.
Important Dates
- Application starts: June 25, 2026
- Last date to apply: July 27, 2026
- Preliminary Examination: December 6, 2026
Official Website
Candidates can apply through the official UPPSC portal:
Vacancy Details
The recruitment aims to fill approximately 500 vacancies in various administrative and executive services, including posts such as:
- Deputy Collector
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
- Block Development Officer (BDO)
- Assistant Labour Commissioner
- District Administrative Officer
- Commercial Tax Officer
- Food Safety Officer
- Other Group A and Group B posts
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
- Be 21 to 40 years of age as on the prescribed cut-off date.
- Meet the eligibility conditions specified for individual posts. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
One-Time Registration (OTR) Mandatory
UPPSC has made One-Time Registration (OTR) compulsory for all applicants. Candidates who have not yet generated their OTR number should complete the process before submitting the online application, as the OTR is required to access the application form.
Selection Process
The recruitment process comprises:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Personality Test/Interview
How to Apply
- Visit the UPPSC official website.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR), if not already done.
- Log in using the OTR credentials.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Upload the required documents and pay the application fee.
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates are advised to read the detailed notification carefully before applying and complete the registration well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.