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UPPSC PCS 2026: UP PCS notification released, application process begins; submit forms by July 27—check fee details and OTR procedure..

Shikha Saxena | June 26, 2026 3:15 PM CST

UPPSC PCS 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released the official notification for the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026. The Commission commenced the online application process on June 25, 2026. Interested candidates can apply via the Commission's official website. Candidates are required to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) before applying.

Applications accepted until July 27

According to the schedule released by the Commission, the deadline for online applications and the submission of examination fees is July 27, 2026. Modifications or corrections to the application form can be made until August 3, 2026.

Recruitment for approximately 500 posts
According to the notification issued by the Commission, recruitment is currently proposed for around 500 vacant posts. However, the final number of vacancies may increase or decrease based on departmental requirements.

This recruitment drive includes several key positions such as Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Block Development Officer (BDO), Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO), Treasury Officer, Jail Superintendent, and District Welfare Officer.

Who can fill out the UP PCS form?
Educational Qualification
Generally, candidates are required to hold a bachelor's degree from a recognized university. However, specific educational qualifications have been prescribed for certain posts.

Post | Qualification
Sub-Registrar/Assistant Prosecution Officer | LLB
District Basic Education Officer | Postgraduate
District Audit Officer | Graduate in Commerce
Senior Lecturer (DIET) | Postgraduate and B.Ed.
Labour Enforcement Officer | Graduate in Economics/Sociology/Commerce plus relevant diploma/degree
Assistant Controller (Legal Metrology) | Graduate in Physics or Mechanical Engineering

What is the age limit? Candidates' age will be determined as of July 1, 2026. Candidates belonging to reserved categories will be granted age relaxation in accordance with the rules.

Category | Age Limit
General Category | 21 to 40 years
Differently-abled (PH) | Maximum 55 years
Principal (Government Inter College) | 30 to 40 years

How is the selection for UP PCS conducted?
The selection process will be completed in three stages:

Preliminary Examination (Prelims)
Main Examination (Mains)
Interview
Preliminary Examination: The preliminary examination will consist of two compulsory papers. CSAT will be a qualifying paper only; securing a minimum of 33% marks in it is mandatory.

Paper | Questions | Marks
General Studies-I | 150 | 200
CSAT (Paper-II) | 100 | 200

Interview: Candidates who qualify in the main examination will be called for an interview carrying 100 marks. This stage will evaluate the candidate's personality, general awareness, decision-making ability, and administrative aptitude.

Physical standards required for certain posts
Fulfilling prescribed physical standards will be mandatory for specific posts such as DSP, Jail Superintendent, and Excise Inspector. For instance, the minimum height requirement for male candidates applying for the post of DSP is generally set at 165 cm.

Application not possible without an OTR number
UPPSC has clarified that before applying, candidates must obtain a One Time Registration (OTR) number from the official OTR portal. This process must be completed at least 72 hours before submitting the application.

If candidates make any changes to their OTR details, they must synchronize the information on the dashboard; otherwise, the updates will not reflect in the application. Application Process to be Completed in Four Stages
The application process for UPPSC PCS 2026 will be entirely online and must be completed in four stages.

Stage 1: Verification via OTR (One Time Registration) number. Following this, the candidate's personal details will be displayed automatically.
Stage 2: Candidates must fill in other required details, including address, educational qualifications, and post preferences.

Stage 3: Payment of the prescribed fee must be made online. Payment can be made via net banking, debit/credit card, or UPI.
Stage 4: After fee payment, the final application form must be submitted, and a printout should be kept for future reference.

Points to Note While Applying
The Commission has advised candidates to exercise great care while filling out the application form. Providing incorrect or misleading information may lead to the cancellation of the application. In serious cases, the candidate could be debarred from future examinations for up to five years. Candidates will be required to present all original certificates, mark sheets, and other necessary documents at the time of document verification.

Application Fee

Category   Fee
General/EWS/OBC   ₹125
SC/ST   ₹65
PwD (Divyang)   ₹25
Ex-Servicemen   ₹65

This fee includes both the examination fee and the online processing fee.

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