UKPSC Tax & Revenue Inspector Recruitment 2026

The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) conducts the Tax & Revenue Inspector recruitment examination to select candidates for the position of Inspector in the Tax and Revenue Department of Uttarakhand state government. This recruitment offers 29 positions for candidates with any graduate degree. Selected candidates will be responsible for tax collection, revenue administration, assessment of properties, maintenance of land records, and enforcement of tax laws in the state. The role involves fieldwork, public interaction, and administrative duties related to state revenue collection. This is a Group-C state government position offering stable career prospects and good salary benefits. The recruitment process includes preliminary examination, main examination, and document verification stages.

Typical / Indicative dates based on UKPSC examination schedules

Typical / Indicative vacancy distribution

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university
• Knowledge of Hindi and English is required
• Preference may be given to candidates with degrees in Commerce, Economics, or Law
• Candidates appearing in final year examinations may also apply (provisional admission subject to passing)

Age Limit

Age as on closing date of application:

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Domicile of Uttarakhand state is mandatory for applying to this recruitment
• Valid domicile certificate issued by competent authority of Uttarakhand must be possessed

Steps to Apply Online

1. Visit the official UKPSC website at ukpsc.gov.in
2. Click on the "Online Application" link on the homepage
3. Register as a new user by providing basic details (name, email, mobile number)
4. Verify your email and mobile through OTP received
5. Login using generated credentials and complete the registration form
6. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, experience, and upload required documents
7. Upload scanned photograph (20-50 KB, JPG format) and signature (10-30 KB, JPG format)
8. Select preferred examination centre from available options
9. Preview the filled application form carefully and make corrections if needed
10. Proceed to fee payment section and pay the application fee through available modes
11. Submit the application form and save/print the confirmation page for future reference
12. Note down the registration number and transaction ID for tracking

Application Fee

1. Preliminary Examination (Screening Test): An objective type screening examination consisting of General Studies and General Aptitude questions to shortlist candidates for the Main examination. This is qualifying in nature.

1. Main Examination (Written Test): A descriptive type examination testing knowledge of General Studies, Revenue Laws, Land Revenue Acts, Tax Laws, and subjects relevant to the post. This carries maximum weightage in final merit.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates based on Main exam merit will be called for verification of original certificates including educational qualifications, age proof, domicile certificate, caste certificate, and other relevant documents.

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates undergo medical fitness examination to ensure they meet the physical and medical standards required for the post.

1. Final Merit List: Final selection is based on marks obtained in the Main examination, subject to satisfactory document verification and medical fitness. No interview is conducted for this post.

Preliminary Examination Pattern

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer (1/4th of total marks)

Main Examination Pattern

Negative Marking: No negative marking in Main examination (descriptive type)

General Studies (Prelims & Mains Paper I)

• Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, and Modern Indian History
• Indian National Movement and freedom struggle
• Geography of India and Uttarakhand: Physical, Economic, and Social Geography
• Indian Polity and Governance: Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj
• Indian Economy: Planning, Development, and Economic reforms
• Science and Technology: Recent developments and applications
• Environmental Ecology and Biodiversity
• Current Affairs: National and International importance
• Uttarakhand specific topics: History, Culture, Geography, Economy, Social issues
• General Mental Ability and Logical Reasoning

Revenue Laws and Tax Administration (Mains Paper II)

• Uttarakhand Land Revenue Act and Rules
• Settlement operations and land records management
• Revenue administration and hierarchy
• Assessment and collection of land revenue
• Property Tax laws and assessment procedures
• GST (Goods and Services Tax) - Basic concepts and implementation
• Income Tax Act - Basic provisions relevant to tax administration
• Stamp Duty and Registration Act
• Recovery of revenue and revenue courts
• Indian Evidence Act - relevant provisions
• Code of Criminal Procedure - relevant sections
• Mutation, inheritance, and succession laws
• Digital land records and e-governance in revenue department

General Aptitude and Reasoning (Prelims)

• Numerical ability and data interpretation
• Logical reasoning and analytical ability
• Verbal reasoning and comprehension
• Sequences, series, and patterns
• Time, speed, distance, and work problems
• Percentages, ratios, and proportions
• Basic algebra and geometry
• Data sufficiency and problem solving

Typical / Indicative salary structure for UKPSC Tax & Revenue Inspector (Uttarakhand state government pay scales)

Additional benefits include medical facilities, LTC (Leave Travel Concession), pension benefits, government accommodation or HRA, and annual increment of approximately 3%.

Tax & Revenue Inspectors have excellent promotion prospects within the Uttarakhand Revenue Department. With good performance and departmental examinations, inspectors can be promoted to Assistant Revenue Officer, Revenue Officer, and subsequently to senior positions like Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) and District Revenue Officer. The career progression typically spans 20-25 years from Inspector to senior administrative positions, with opportunities for deputation to central government departments and specialized revenue training programs.

Admit cards for UKPSC Tax & Revenue Inspector examination are released approximately 15-20 days before the scheduled exam date on the official UKPSC website (ukpsc.gov.in). Candidates must download their admit card by logging into their application account using registration number and password. The admit card contains examination centre details, reporting time, candidate's photograph, and important instructions. No physical admit card is sent by post, and candidates must carry a printed copy along with valid photo ID proof to the examination centre.

UKPSC declares the Preliminary examination result within 30-45 days of conducting the exam, publishing the list of qualified candidates on its official website. The Main examination result is typically declared within 60-90 days after the exam, containing roll numbers of selected candidates in order of merit. Final selection list is published after document verification and medical examination, usually 3-4 months after the Main examination. Candidates can check results by visiting ukpsc.gov.in and entering their registration details.

Typical / Indicative cutoff marks based on previous UKPSC recruitment patterns: For Preliminary examination, the qualifying cutoff generally ranges between 40-50% for General category (60-75 marks out of 150), while SC/ST categories have cutoffs around 35-40% (52-60 marks). Main examination cutoffs are typically higher, ranging from 50-60% for General category (150-180 marks out of 300) and 45-50% for reserved categories. Final cutoff varies based on number of vacancies, difficulty level of questions, and number of candidates appearing. Uttarakhand domicile candidates from reserved categories generally have lower cutoff thresholds.

North: Dehradun, Haridwar, Roorkee, Haldwani, Nainital, Rudrapur, Kashipur, Pithoragarh, Almora, Pauri, Tehri, Uttarkashi, Chamoli

Selected centres in nearby states (if capacity permits): Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Meerut

Note: Dehradun and Haridwar are the primary examination centres. Candidates are allotted centres based on availability and preference, but UKPSC reserves the right to change/add/delete centres depending on the number of applicants.