UPPSC PCS Notification 2026: Golden Opportunity for 500 Government Jobs in Uttar Pradesh

UPPSC PCS Important Dates 2026

• Candidates must mark these crucial dates for the UPPSC PCS Recruitment 2026. The application window is now open.

UPPSC PCS Vacancy Details 2026

• The Commission has advertised approximately 500 posts for the year 2026. These are Group 'B' gazetted posts across various departments of the Uttar Pradesh Government. Below is a detailed breakdown of the major posts available under this latest government job notification.
• Note: The exact number of vacancies for each post will be updated in the official detailed notification. The total number is approximately 500.

Educational Qualification

• The basic UPPSC PCS eligibility requires a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university. However, certain posts have specific qualification requirements. Candidates must check the official notification for post-wise details.
• General Posts: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline.
• Principal, Govt. Intermediate College: Post Graduate Degree + B.Ed.
• Food Safety Officer: Bachelor's Degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, etc.
• Officer on Special Duty (Computer): Graduation in Computer Engineering or PG in Maths with PG Diploma in Computer Science.

Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)

• Minimum age: 21 years, Maximum age: 40 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories of Uttar Pradesh as per government rules.
• SC/ST/OBC of UP: 5 years relaxation
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 15 years relaxation

How to Apply for UPPSC PCS 2026?

• The application for UPPSC PCS 2026 is completely online via One Time Registration (O.T.R.). Follow these steps to apply:
• Complete One Time Registration (O.T.R.) on otr.pariksha.nic.in at least 72 hours before applying.
• Visit the official UPPSC website: uppsc.up.nic.in
• Click on "ALL NOTIFICATIONS/ADVERTISEMENTS" and then "Apply" for the PCS Exam.
• Authenticate using your O.T.R. number and OTP/password.
• Fill in the required educational qualifications, select post preferences, and submit.
• Pay the examination fee online via SBI MOPS.
• Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference.

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• uppsc.up.nic.in ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

Application Fee

UPPSC PCS Selection Process

• The UPPSC selection process is a rigorous three-stage procedure designed to select the best candidates for administrative roles in Uttar Pradesh.
• Preliminary Examination: An objective-type screening test with two compulsory papers (General Studies-I & II). This is a qualifying exam.
• Main (Written) Examination: A descriptive/conventional type examination with 8 compulsory subjects. Marks from this stage are considered for final ranking.
• Interview (Viva-Voce): A personal interview of 100 marks to assess the candidate's personality and suitability for public service.

2. How many vacancies are there in UPPSC PCS 2026?

• Approximately 500 vacancies have been announced for various Group 'B' posts. The exact number will be in the detailed notification.

3. What is the salary for UPPSC PCS officers?

• The pay scale ranges from ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 (Grade Pay ₹4,200/4,600) to ₹15,600 – ₹39,100 (Grade Pay ₹5,400) as per the 7th CPC.

6. What is the age limit for UPPSC PCS 2026?

• The age limit is 21-40 years as on 1 July 2026. Relaxation is given to reserved categories of UP as per rules.

7. What is the selection process for UPPSC PCS?

• The selection process involves three stages: Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, and Interview (Viva-Voce).