UPPSC PCS Mains Exam Date 2026 Announced – Check Complete Schedule & Exam Details at uppsc.up.nic.in

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• Updated February 25, 2026 11:13 AM
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UPPSC PCS Mains Exam Date 2026 (Released) - Check Schedule & Details

• UPPSC PCS Mains Exam Date 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has officially released the exam date for the PCS Mains recruitment (Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Mains Exam-2025). Candidates who have qualified the Prelims and applied for the PCS Mains can check the complete exam schedule below. The examination is scheduled to be held from 29 March 2026 to 01 April 2026. All eligible candidates are advised to download their admit cards and prepare accordingly.
• Latest Update: UPPSC has announced the exam date for PCS Mains positions. The examination will be conducted from 29 March 2026 to 01 April 2026 at various centers across Uttar Pradesh. Candidates can download the exam date notification from the official website.
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Key Highlights - UPPSC PCS Mains Exam Date 2026

• Organization: Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)
• Post Name: PCS Mains (Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services)
• Exam Date: 29 March 2026 to 01 April 2026
• Exam Mode: Offline (Descriptive Written Exam)
• Official Website: uppsc.up.nic.in
• Admit Card Release: Expected in March 2026

UPPSC PCS Mains Exam Date 2026 Complete Details

• The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has published the official exam schedule for the PCS Mains recruitment 2026 (referring to the 2025 cycle Mains). This notification is crucial for thousands of candidates who are preparing for these prestigious state government positions. The examination will test candidates' knowledge in General Studies, General Hindi, Essay, and other subjects, and only shortlisted candidates will proceed to the Interview stage.

Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission Exam Date 2026

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Important Dates for UPPSC PCS Mains Exam 2026

• Candidates must keep track of all important dates related to the UPPSC PCS Mains recruitment process. Below is the complete timeline:

How to Download UPPSC PCS Mains Exam Date 2026 Notification?

• Candidates can follow these simple steps to check and download the UPPSC PCS Mains exam date notification from the official website:
• Step 1: Visit the official website of UPPSC at uppsc.up.nic.in
• Step 2: On the homepage, look for the "What's New" or "Notifications" section
• Step 3: Find and click on the link titled "UPPSC PCS Mains Exam Date/Schedule 2026" or related PDF
• Step 4: The notification PDF will open in a new window
• Step 5: Read all details carefully including exam date, timing, and reporting time
• Step 6: Download and save the PDF for future reference
• Step 7: Take a printout of the notification for your records
• Direct Link: Click here to download UPPSC PCS Mains Exam Date Notification PDF

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UPPSC PCS Mains Exam Pattern 2026

• Understanding the exam pattern is crucial for effective preparation. Here's what candidates need to know about the UPPSC PCS Mains examination:
• Exam Mode: Offline Descriptive Written Exam
• Total Marks: 1500 (General Studies Papers + Hindi + Essay)
• Number of Papers: 8 (General Hindi, Essay, GS I to GS VI)
• Duration: 3 Hours per Paper
• Negative Marking: No
• Subjects/Sections: General Hindi, Essay, General Studies I, II, III, IV, V, VI (covering History, Polity, Economy, Geography, Science, Ethics, UP Specific GK, etc.)

Q2. Where can I download the UPPSC PCS exam date notification?

• You can download the notification from the official website uppsc.up.nic.in or check the notifications section.

Q3. Is there any change in the UPPSC PCS exam date 2026?

• As per the latest notification, the exam is scheduled from 29 March to 01 April 2026. Any changes will be updated on the official website.