The UPPCB AEE & ASO Syllabus 2026 is essential for candidates preparing for the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board recruitment exam. The AEE exam covers Environmental Engineering, Pollution Control and Chemistry, while the ASO exam tests General Knowledge, Hindi, English, Computer and Environmental Law. This article provides the complete exam pattern, subject-wise syllabus and preparation strategy for all 40 vacancies.
UPPCB AEE & ASO Exam Pattern 2026 – Overview
| Detail | AEE | ASO |
|---|---|---|
| Conducting Body | UP Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) | |
| Total Vacancies | 40 Posts | |
| Exam Type | Written Exam (Objective + Descriptive) | Written Exam (Objective) |
| Total Marks | 200 Marks | 200 Marks |
| Duration | 3 Hours | 2 Hours |
| Negative Marking | Yes (0.25 marks per wrong answer) | Yes (0.25 marks per wrong answer) |
| Language | English | Hindi and English |
| Qualification | B.Tech (Env/Civil/Chemical) | Graduation with Statistics/Maths |
| Age Limit | 21 – 40 Years | 21 – 40 Years |
UPPCB AEE Exam Pattern – Subject-Wise Distribution
The AEE written exam consists of 200 marks divided across technical and general subjects:
| Subject | Marks | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental Engineering | 60 | Objective (MCQ) |
| Pollution Control & Management | 50 | Objective (MCQ) |
| Environmental Chemistry | 40 | Objective (MCQ) |
| Environmental Law & Regulations | 30 | Objective (MCQ) |
| General Aptitude & Reasoning | 20 | Objective (MCQ) |
| Total | 200 |
UPPCB ASO Exam Pattern – Subject-Wise Distribution
| Subject | Marks | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 40 | Objective (MCQ) |
| Hindi Language | 30 | Objective (MCQ) |
| English Language | 30 | Objective (MCQ) |
| Computer Knowledge | 30 | Objective (MCQ) |
| Environmental Law & Awareness | 30 | Objective (MCQ) |
| Statistics & Data Analysis | 40 | Objective (MCQ) |
| Total | 200 |
UPPCB AEE Syllabus – Environmental Engineering
This is the highest-weightage subject for AEE. Topics include:
- Water Supply Engineering: Water sources, water treatment processes (sedimentation, filtration, disinfection), water distribution systems, water quality standards (BIS, WHO)
- Wastewater Engineering: Sewage collection, sewage treatment (primary, secondary, tertiary), activated sludge process, trickling filter, oxidation pond, STP design
- Air Pollution Engineering: Air pollutants (SPM, NOx, SOx, CO, O3), air quality monitoring, emission control devices (ESP, scrubbers, cyclone separator), stack monitoring
- Solid Waste Management: Municipal solid waste, hazardous waste, biomedical waste, e-waste, composting, landfill design, waste-to-energy
- Noise Pollution: Sound measurement, noise standards, noise control methods, industrial noise management
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): EIA process, EIA notification 2006, environmental clearance, public hearing
UPPCB AEE Syllabus – Pollution Control & Management
- Industrial Pollution Control: Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP), Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD), cleaner production technologies
- Air Quality Management: National Air Quality Index (NAQI), CPCB standards, Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), vehicular emission norms (BS-VI)
- Water Pollution Control: River rejuvenation programs, Namami Gange, effluent standards, online monitoring (OCEMS)
- Hazardous Waste Management: Classification, storage, transportation, treatment, disposal as per HW rules
- Consent Management: CTE (Consent to Establish), CTO (Consent to Operate), renewal procedures, compliance monitoring
UPPCB AEE Syllabus – Environmental Chemistry
- Water Chemistry: pH, BOD, COD, DO, TDS, TSS, hardness, alkalinity, chloride, fluoride, heavy metals analysis
- Air Chemistry: Particulate matter analysis, gaseous pollutant estimation, ambient air quality parameters
- Soil Chemistry: Soil contamination, heavy metal testing, pesticide residue analysis
- Analytical Techniques: Spectrophotometry, chromatography (GC, HPLC), atomic absorption spectroscopy, titrimetry
- Environmental Monitoring: Sampling techniques, sample preservation, laboratory analysis procedures, quality assurance
UPPCB AEE Syllabus – Environmental Law & Regulations
- The Environment Protection Act, 1986: Key provisions, powers of central government, environmental standards
- The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974: State and Central Pollution Control Boards, powers and functions
- The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981: Air quality standards, industrial emission standards
- Hazardous Waste Management Rules: Classification, handling, storage, transportation and disposal
- EIA Notification 2006 (amended): Project categories, screening, scoping, public hearing, EC process
- NGT (National Green Tribunal) Act: Jurisdiction, important judgments related to pollution control
- Solid Waste Management Rules 2016: Municipal solid waste handling, processing and disposal
UPPCB ASO Syllabus – Subject-Wise Details
General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Indian Polity, Constitution, governance
- Indian Economy, budget, financial institutions
- History of India, cultural heritage
- Geography of India with focus on Uttar Pradesh
- Current affairs – national and international events (last 6 months)
- Environmental current affairs, climate change, international environmental agreements
Hindi Language
- Hindi grammar – Sandhi, Samas, Upsarg, Pratyay, Vilom Shabd, Paryayvachi
- Comprehension passages, letter writing, essay writing
- Muhavare (idioms), Lokoktiyaan (proverbs)
- Official Hindi terminology, translation skills
English Language
- Grammar – tenses, articles, prepositions, active-passive, direct-indirect speech
- Vocabulary – synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitution, idioms and phrases
- Comprehension passages, sentence correction, error spotting
- Cloze test, fill in the blanks, rearrangement of sentences
Computer Knowledge
- MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint (formulas, functions, data analysis in Excel)
- Internet, email, web browsers, cyber security basics
- Database management concepts, SQL basics
- Operating systems – Windows, file management
- Data entry and data processing concepts
Environmental Law & Awareness (ASO)
- Basic environmental laws – EPA 1986, Water Act 1974, Air Act 1981
- Environmental awareness – pollution types, climate change, sustainability
- National environmental programs – Swachh Bharat, Namami Gange, National Clean Air Programme
- International agreements – Paris Agreement, Kyoto Protocol, SDGs
UPPCB Selection Process 2026
| Stage | Description | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Written Exam | 200 Marks, Objective MCQ, Negative Marking (0.25) |
| Stage 2 | Interview | Based on merit in written exam |
| Stage 3 | Document Verification | Original certificates, caste certificate, domicile |
UPPCB AEE & ASO Preparation Tips
- For AEE – Focus on Environmental Engineering: This carries 60 marks. Study standard textbooks like SK Garg (Environmental Engineering), Peavy-Rowe-Tchobanoglous (Environmental Engineering)
- Learn Environmental Laws thoroughly: Both AEE and ASO have environmental law sections — read the bare acts and key amendments
- Practice numerical problems: AEE paper includes numerical on BOD, COD, STP design, air pollution dispersion — practice calculations regularly
- Be careful with negative marking: Unlike MPESB, UPPCB has 0.25 negative marking — avoid random guessing
- For ASO – Balance all sections: No single section dominates — prepare all six subjects equally
- Stay updated on environmental news: Both papers test knowledge of recent environmental policies, NGT orders and government programs
- Solve previous papers: Practice UPPCB and other state pollution control board previous year papers for pattern familiarity
UPPCB AEE & ASO Syllabus – FAQ
What is the exam pattern for UPPCB AEE?
UPPCB AEE exam is a written test of 200 marks covering Environmental Engineering (60), Pollution Control (50), Environmental Chemistry (40), Environmental Law (30) and General Aptitude (20). Duration is 3 hours with 0.25 negative marking.
What is the exam pattern for UPPCB ASO?
UPPCB ASO exam is a written test of 200 marks covering GK (40), Hindi (30), English (30), Computer (30), Environmental Law (30) and Statistics (40). Duration is 2 hours with 0.25 negative marking.
Is there negative marking in UPPCB exam?
Yes, there is 0.25 marks negative marking for each wrong answer in both AEE and ASO exams. Candidates should attempt only those questions they are confident about.
Which environmental laws are important for UPPCB exam?
The most important laws are Environment Protection Act 1986, Water Act 1974, Air Act 1981, Hazardous Waste Rules, EIA Notification 2006, Solid Waste Management Rules 2016 and NGT Act. Study the key provisions and recent amendments.
What is the selection process for UPPCB?
Selection is based on Written Exam (200 marks) followed by Interview and Document Verification. Merit list is prepared on combined score of written exam and interview.
Which books are best for UPPCB AEE preparation?
Recommended books: SK Garg for Environmental Engineering, BK Sharma for Environmental Chemistry, Shyam Divan for Environmental Law, and standard engineering textbooks for core subjects. Visit rojgardekho.in for latest updates.
