The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially commenced its mega recruitment drive for the 2026 calendar year. Exclusively targeting candidates who hold a valid Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 scorecard, the commission has outlined major vacancies across various state departments.
If you have qualified for PET 2025, this is a prime opportunity to secure a Grade C or Grade B (Non-Gazetted) state government job in Uttar Pradesh. Below is the complete, fact-checked breakdown of the latest notifications, upcoming application windows, and crucial exam updates.
📌 UPSSSC Recruitment 2026 Overview (Based on PET 2025)
Here is a quick snapshot of the major ongoing and upcoming recruitment drives under the UPSSSC PET 2025 panel:
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Application Start Date | Last Date to Apply | Status / Exam Date |
| Lower PCS (Auditor, EO, Clerk, etc.) | 2,285 | May 29, 2026 | June 18, 2026 | Upcoming |
| Excise Constable (आबकारी सिपाही) | 722 | June 04, 2026 | To be Notified | Upcoming |
| Lekhpal Mains (Advt 02-Exam/2025) | – | Already Closed | Already Closed | Mains Exam: May 21, 2026 |
📊 Detailed Vacancy Breakdown
1. UPSSSC Lower PCS Recruitment 2026 (Advt. Release Expected Soon)
One of the most highly anticipated notifications, the UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Services (Lower PCS), is set to open its application window at the end of May.
- Total Posts: 2,285 Vacancies
- Post Names: Auditor, Ameen, Executive Officer, Clerk, and other equivalent posts.
- Educational Qualification: 12th Pass or Graduate Degree (varies strictly by post) + Valid PET 2025 Scorecard.
- Salary / Pay Scale: Level 4 to Level 6 (₹25,500 – ₹1,12,400/-).
- Application Window: May 29, 2026 – June 18, 2026.
2. UPSSSC Excise Constable (आबकारी सिपाही) 2026
The UP State Excise Department is hiring constables to enforce excise policies across the state.
- Total Posts: 722 Vacancies (Maximum seats reserved for Unreserved Category, with standard SC/ST/OBC/EWS quotas).
- Educational Qualification: Intermediate (12th Pass) from a recognized board + Valid PET 2025 Scorecard.
- Preferential Qualifications: Candidates with an NCC ‘B’ Certificate or 2+ years of service in the Territorial Army will be given preference.
- Age Limit: 18 to 40 Years (Age calculation as of July 01, 2026). Standard age relaxations apply for reserved categories.
- Selection Process: Shortlisting via PET 2025 Score $\rightarrow$ Mains Written Exam $\rightarrow$ Physical Measurement & Efficiency Test.
- Application Start Date: June 04, 2026.
3. UPSSSC Lekhpal Mains Exam Update
For candidates who applied under the 2025 Lekhpal notification (Advt. No. 02-Exam/2025), the commission has finalized the examination schedule.
- Mains Exam Date: May 21, 2026.
- Candidates are advised to keep an eye out for the admit card link, which is typically activated 7–10 days prior to the exam date.
🎓 General Eligibility Criteria for UPSSSC PET Jobs
Before you apply for any of the above posts, ensure you meet the commission’s baseline criteria:
- PET Score: A valid and positive/normalized score in the UPSSSC PET 2025 examination. Candidates with zero or negative scores in PET 2025 are strictly ineligible to apply for Mains examinations.
- Domicile: While candidates from other states can apply under the Unreserved (UR) category, reservation benefits (Age, Fee, Cut-off) are exclusively available to candidates with a valid Uttar Pradesh domicile.
🚀 How to Apply Online for UPSSSC Vacancies 2026
Once the specific application links go live, follow these exact steps to apply securely:
- Visit the official UPSSSC website: [suspicious link removed].
- Under the “Applicant Segment”, click on “Candidate Registration”.
- Select the relevant advertisement (e.g., Lower PCS or Excise Constable).
- Authenticate your registration using your PET 2025 Registration Number (either through OTP or Personal Details).
- Your basic details will be auto-filled from your PET 2025 profile. Enter the additional required educational/post-specific details.
- Verify your photo and signature.
- Pay the standard application processing fee (usually ₹25/- for all categories to sit for shortlisting).
- Submit the final application and print the confirmation receipt for your records.
🔗 Important Links
- Official UPSSSC Website: Click Here
- Apply Online Portal: Click Here (Keep checking as links activate on respective dates)