UPPSC Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Pre Exam 2026
Official Commission / Board: Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission
Recruitment Lifecycle Progress
Official Notification
Gazetted & Published
Online Application
Till 2026-04-02
Admit Card
Expected 10 Days Before Exam
Written Exam
December 2026
Final Result & Cutoff
Post-Exam Verification
Online Application Window for UPPSC PCS Prelims 2026 Has Concluded
New registrations are no longer accepted for this recruitment cycle. This master gazette page remains permanently accessible as an authoritative reference for eligibility criteria, post-wise qualification mappings, detailed syllabus, and historical cut-offs. Registered candidates can check Admit Card, Answer Key, and Result stages using the lifecycle tabs above.
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Post-Wise Vacancy & Educational Qualification Breakdown
Official mapping of which degree, diploma, or certificate qualifies for which designated post
| Designated Post Name | Department / Cadre | Eligible Qualification Requirements | Vacancies | Age Bracket | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPPSC PCS Prelims 2026 | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission | Graduate Degree in any stream (Specific degrees for special posts) | 220 | 21 to 40 Years | Pay Level 10 |
Category-Wise Statutory Fees & Age Relaxation Matrix
Government prescribed fees, age concessions, and certificate verification requirements
| Category | Code | Statutory Fee | Upper Age Relaxation | Maximum Age | Statutory Concession Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | UR / GEN | ₹125 | No Age Relaxation | 40 Years | Standard fee applies |
| Economically Weaker Sections | EWS | ₹125 | No Age Relaxation (Merit Quota 10%) | 40 Years | Valid Income & Asset Certificate required |
| Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy) | OBC-NCL | ₹125 | +3 Years Upper Age Concession | 43 Years | Central Government format certificate required |
| Scheduled Castes & Scheduled Tribes | SC / ST | ₹65 | +5 Years Upper Age Concession | 45 Years | Subsidized / Refundable Fee |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | PwBD / Divyang | ₹25 | +10 Years (PwBD-UR) / +13y (OBC) / +15y (SC/ST) | 50 to 55 Years | Disability Certificate (>40%) required |
| Female Candidates (All Categories) | Female | ₹25 | As per Category | 40 to 45 Years | Standard Subsidized Fee |
Official Selection Process Stages
Sequential evaluation hurdles from initial screening to final gazette appointment
Detailed Exam Pattern, Syllabus & Standards
Stage-wise marks breakdown, negative marking rules, topic list, physical efficiency criteria, and historical cut-offs.
Preliminary Examination (GS-1 & CSAT)
| Subject / Section | Questions | Maximum Marks | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness & Current Affairs | 30 | 30 | Composite |
| Reasoning & Mental Ability | 30 | 30 | Composite |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | Composite |
| Total Scheme | 100 Qs | 100 Marks | 90 Minutes |
Mains Written Examination (6 GS Papers + Hindi + Essay)
| Subject / Section | Questions | Maximum Marks | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Domain / Descriptive Evaluation | 50 | 100 | Composite |
| Total Scheme | 100 Qs | 200 Marks | 120 Minutes |
Interview (Personality Test)
Official Commission Directives & Candidate Instructions
Crucial conditions, verification rules, and examination hall mandates published in the official circular:
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