UPSSSC UP Lower PCS 2026

The UPSSSC UP Lower PCS (Provincial Civil Service) 2026 is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) to recruit candidates for Group B and Group C posts in various state government departments. This examination selects candidates for prestigious positions like Revenue Inspector, Assistant Revenue Inspector, Supply Inspector, and other administrative roles across Uttar Pradesh. The Lower PCS is considered one of the most sought-after state-level examinations, offering stable government employment with good career prospects. Successful candidates serve in key administrative and revenue functions across districts of Uttar Pradesh. With 2285 vacancies announced for 2026, this represents a significant opportunity for graduates aspiring to join the state civil services.

Typical / Indicative timeline based on previous UPSSSC patterns:

Typical / Indicative distribution across 2285 total posts:

Educational Qualification

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university
• Candidates appearing in final year are also eligible to apply
• Degree must be from UGC/AICTE recognized institution
• No specific subject or percentage requirement

Age Limit

Age as on 01 July 2026:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Indian Citizen
• Domicile of Uttar Pradesh mandatory
• Character certificate required from relevant authority

1. Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in
2. Click on the "UP Lower PCS 2026" notification link on the homepage
3. Read the detailed official notification and eligibility criteria carefully
4. Click on "Apply Online" or "One Time Registration" if you are a new user
5. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) with basic details and create login credentials
6. Login using Registration Number and Password
7. Fill the application form with personal, educational, and contact details
8. Upload scanned photograph (20-50 KB, JPG format) and signature (10-20 KB, JPG format)
9. Select examination center preference from available districts
10. Pay the application fee using Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI
11. Submit the application form and save the confirmation page
12. Take multiple printouts of the submitted application for future reference

Application Fees:

Note: Fee is non-refundable. Payment can be made online only.

1. Preliminary Examination: Objective-type screening test consisting of 150 multiple choice questions covering General Hindi, General Knowledge, General Intelligence, and Elementary Arithmetic. This stage is qualifying in nature to shortlist candidates for Mains.

1. Main Examination: Descriptive paper-based examination with subjective and objective questions testing in-depth knowledge of General Hindi, General Studies, and subject-specific topics. Marks of this stage are counted for final merit.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates based on Mains marks are called for verification of original certificates including educational qualifications, caste certificate, domicile, date of birth proof, and character certificate.

1. Medical Examination: Candidates who clear document verification undergo medical fitness examination as per government standards to ensure physical and mental fitness for the post.

1. Final Merit List: Final selection is based on marks obtained in the Main Examination only, subject to clearing all subsequent stages. Category-wise merit lists are prepared and appointments offered accordingly.

Preliminary Examination

Negative Marking: 1/4 mark deducted for each incorrect answer (0.25 marks penalty)

Main Examination

Note: Main examination consists of both objective (MCQ) and descriptive questions. No negative marking in descriptive portions. Final merit based on Mains score only.

General Hindi (Prelims & Mains)

• हिंदी वर्णमाला (स्वर, व्यंजन)
• विलोम शब्द, पर्यायवाची शब्द
• वाक्यांशों के लिए एक शब्द
• लोकोक्तियाँ एवं मुहावरे
• संधि, समास, उपसर्ग, प्रत्यय
• तत्सम, तद्भव, देशज, विदेशी शब्द
• अनेकार्थी शब्द
• वाक्य संरचना, वाक्य सुधार
• निबंध, पत्र लेखन, अनुवाद (Mains)

General Knowledge

• Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)
• Indian National Movement and Freedom Struggle
• Indian Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj
• Indian Economy, Planning, Economic Reforms
• Geography of India and Uttar Pradesh
• Current Affairs (National and International)
• Science and Technology developments
• Environmental Studies and Ecology
• Sports and Culture
• Uttar Pradesh Specific: History, Culture, Economy, Geography, Administration

Elementary Arithmetic

• Number System and Simplification
• Decimal and Fractions
• HCF and LCM
• Percentage and Ratio-Proportion
• Average and Age Problems
• Profit, Loss and Discount
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Time and Work
• Time, Speed and Distance
• Mensuration (Area, Volume)
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs, Charts)

General Intelligence & Reasoning

• Analogies and Similarities
• Series Completion (Number, Letter, Figure)
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense Test
• Logical Venn Diagrams
• Alphabetical and Number Ranking
• Mathematical Operations and Puzzles
• Statement and Conclusions
• Syllogism
• Pattern Recognition

General Studies-I (Mains)

• Ancient Indian History (Indus Valley to Gupta Period)
• Medieval India (Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire)
• Modern Indian History (British Rule, Freedom Movement)
• Indian Art and Culture, Architecture, Literature
• World Geography and Indian Geography
• Physical, Economic and Social Geography
• Uttar Pradesh Geography and Resources

General Studies-II (Mains)

• Indian Polity and Governance
• Constitutional Framework, Union-State Relations
• Fundamental Rights and Duties
• Indian Economy (Agriculture, Industry, Services)
• Economic Planning and Development
• Social Issues (Poverty, Education, Health)
• Welfare Schemes and Government Initiatives
• Science and Technology Applications
• Disaster Management and Internal Security

Typical / Indicative salary structure for Group B/C posts under 7th Pay Commission:

Additional Benefits: Medical facilities for self and family, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Pension benefits under National Pension System (NPS), gratuity, government accommodation or HRA, annual increments of 3%, and various festival allowances.

UP Lower PCS officers enjoy excellent career progression within the state administrative framework. Promotions occur through departmental promotion committees (DPC) based on seniority and performance, with officers moving from Revenue Inspector to Assistant Revenue Officer, then to Revenue Officer and Deputy Collector levels over 15-20 years of service. Officers can also appear for UPPCS and UPSC examinations while in service, and lateral movement to other state departments is possible based on requisite qualifications and departmental requirements.

Admit cards for the Preliminary Examination are typically released 10-15 days before the exam date on the official UPSSSC website. Candidates must download the admit card using their registration number and date of birth/password from the candidate login portal. No physical admit cards are sent by post. The admit card contains the candidate's photograph, signature, exam center details, reporting time, and important instructions that must be followed on exam day.

UPSSSC declares Prelims results within 4-6 weeks of the examination, publishing the list of qualified candidates on its official website. Mains results are typically announced 6-8 weeks after the Mains examination. Candidates can check results using their roll number and date of birth. Scorecards showing subject-wise marks are made available for download, and category-wise cutoff marks are published along with the result notification.

Typical / Indicative cutoff ranges for UP Lower PCS based on recent patterns: Prelims cutoff generally ranges from 55-65% for General category (83-98 marks out of 150), 50-60% for OBC (75-90 marks), and 45-55% for SC/ST categories (68-83 marks). Mains cutoff varies between 45-55% for General, 40-50% for OBC, and 35-45% for SC/ST categories. Actual cutoffs fluctuate based on exam difficulty, number of vacancies, and total applicants each year.

North: Lucknow, Kanpur, Agra, Meerut, Ghaziabad, Noida, Aligarh, Bareilly, Moradabad, Varanasi, Allahabad (Prayagraj), Gorakhpur, Mathura, Saharanpur

Central UP: Sultanpur, Rae Bareli, Faizabad (Ayodhya), Azamgarh, Jaunpur, Pratapgarh

West: Muzaffarnagar, Bulandshahr, Etawah, Mainpuri, Firozabad

East: Mirzapur, Ghazipur, Ballia, Deoria, Basti, Siddharthnagar

Bundelkhand: Jhansi, Lalitpur, Banda, Chitrakoot

Note: Candidates can select 3 preferred exam centers in order of preference during application. Final allotment is subject to availability and administrative feasibility.