UPSSSC UP Technical Assistant Group C Recruitment 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) conducts the UP Technical Assistant Group C Recruitment 2026 to fill 2759 vacancies across various government departments in Uttar Pradesh. This recruitment is for Technical Assistant positions in Group C cadre, offering permanent government jobs with attractive salary packages and benefits. The exam selects candidates for technical and administrative roles in departments including Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Husbandry, Fisheries, and other state government offices. Candidates qualifying through the written examination and document verification process will be appointed as Technical Assistants. This is a state-level recruitment open to eligible candidates with the required educational qualifications and age criteria.

Important Dates (Typical / Indicative)

Vacancy Details (Typical / Indicative)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Minimum Qualification: Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university
• Candidates appearing in final year/semester may also apply
• Degree from UGC/AICTE/Statutory Body recognized institution is mandatory
• Technical qualifications like Diploma/ITI in relevant trades may be preferred for specific posts

Age Limit

Age as on 01 July 2026:

Nationality

• Must be a citizen of India
• Domicile of Uttar Pradesh required for state quota positions

How to Apply

1. Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in
2. Click on the "UP Technical Assistant Group C Recruitment 2026" notification link
3. Read the detailed notification and eligibility criteria carefully
4. Click on "Apply Online" link and register with basic details (name, email, mobile number)
5. Login using registration number and password sent to your email/mobile
6. Fill the online application form with personal, educational, and other required details
7. Upload scanned documents: photograph (20-50 KB), signature (10-20 KB), and relevant certificates
8. Pay the application fee through online mode (Credit/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
9. Submit the application form and save the confirmation page
10. Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online only (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)

Selection Process

1. Written Examination (Computer Based Test): A single-stage CBT consisting of objective-type multiple-choice questions covering General Hindi, General Knowledge, General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical & Mental Ability, and Computer Knowledge. This is the primary screening stage.

1. Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted based on written exam merit will be called for document verification. Original certificates of educational qualification, age proof, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and other relevant documents must be produced.

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

1. Final Merit List: Based on written exam marks and successful document verification, a final merit list is prepared category-wise. Appointment letters are issued to candidates as per merit and vacancy availability.

Examination Pattern

Written Examination (Computer Based Test)

Exam Details:

• Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT)
• Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Medium: Hindi and English (except General Hindi section)
• Negative Marking: 1/4 mark deducted for each wrong answer
• Qualifying Marks: General/OBC/EWS - 32%, SC/ST - 25%

Detailed Syllabus

General Hindi

• संधि और संधि विच्छेद
• समास, उपसर्ग और प्रत्यय
• पर्यायवाची और विलोम शब्द
• वाक्यांशों के लिए एक शब्द
• तत्सम, तद्भव, देशज और विदेशी शब्द
• मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
• वाक्य शुद्धिकरण और वर्तनी शुद्धिकरण
• अनेकार्थी शब्द और वाक्य रचना

General Knowledge

• Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, and Modern India
• Indian Geography: Physical, Economic, and Social Geography
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Current Affairs: National and International importance
• Uttar Pradesh specific: History, Culture, Geography, Economy
• Indian Economy and Planning
• Science and Technology developments
• Awards and Honours, Books and Authors
• Sports and Games
• Important Days and Events

General Intelligence & Reasoning

• Analogies and Similarities
• Differences and Classification
• Series completion: Number, Alphabet, Figure
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense Test
• Logical Venn Diagrams
• Alphabet and Number Ranking
• Mathematical Operations and Puzzle
• Statement and Conclusions
• Syllogism and Decision Making

Numerical & Mental Ability

• Number System and HCF-LCM
• Simplification and Approximation
• Percentage and Ratio-Proportion
• Average, Profit and Loss
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Time and Work, Time and Distance
• Mensuration: Area and Volume
• Data Interpretation: Tables, Bar Graphs, Pie Charts
• Algebra: Linear Equations
• Geometry basics

Computer Knowledge

• Computer Fundamentals and Basics
• Hardware and Software concepts
• Operating Systems: Windows, Linux basics
• MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Internet and Email usage
• Networking basics
• Computer Security and Viruses
• Database Management System basics
• Common Computer Abbreviations
• Latest developments in IT field

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative as per 7th Pay Commission)

Additional Benefits: Medical facilities, LTC (Leave Travel Concession), Pension benefits under National Pension Scheme (NPS), GPF facility, job security, annual increments as per government norms.

Technical Assistants in UP government departments have structured career progression opportunities. After gaining experience and passing departmental promotion examinations, they can be promoted to Senior Technical Assistant and subsequently to Assistant positions in higher pay scales. With continued service and performance, further promotions to supervisory and officer-level positions are available, offering substantial salary increases and additional responsibilities over a 30-35 year career span.

Admit cards for the UPSSSC UP Technical Assistant examination are typically released 7-10 days before the scheduled exam date on the official UPSSSC website. Candidates must download their admit card using registration number and date of birth/password. The admit card contains important details like exam date, time, venue, reporting time, and instructions. No hard copy is sent by post; candidates must carry a printed copy along with valid photo ID proof to the examination centre.

The UPSSSC declares results within 4-6 weeks after the examination date. Results are published on the official website upsssc.gov.in in PDF format containing roll numbers of qualified candidates. Candidates can check their individual scorecard by logging into their account using credentials. Category-wise cutoff marks are also released along with the result. Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification based on merit ranking.

Expected cutoff marks vary by category and competition level. Typically for UPSSSC Technical Assistant exams, General category cutoff ranges between 55-65% (82-97 marks out of 150), OBC around 50-60% (75-90 marks), SC/ST around 40-50% (60-75 marks), and EWS around 52-62% (78-93 marks). Final cutoffs depend on factors like total applications, vacancy count, exam difficulty level, and overall performance of candidates.

Examination Centres

Uttar Pradesh (Primary): Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi, Agra, Meerut, Prayagraj, Bareilly, Aligarh, Moradabad, Gorakhpur, Noida, Ghaziabad, Mathura, Jhansi, Faizabad, Saharanpur, Muzaffarnagar, Firozabad, Barabanki, Budaun, Shahjahanpur, Sitapur, Hardoi, Unnao, Rae Bareli, Sultanpur, Azamgarh, Deoria, Kushinagar, Basti, Gonda, Bahraich, Lakhimpur Kheri

Note: Examination centres are primarily located across various districts of Uttar Pradesh. The exact exam city and centre will be mentioned on the admit card. UPSSSC reserves the right to add/delete examination centres based on candidate distribution.