Planning to appear for UPSSSC Boring Technician Mains 2026? Understanding the exact syllabus and exam pattern is your first step to cracking this exam. With 402 posts and competition from PET 2025 qualifiers, you need to know exactly what to study. This guide covers every section, every topic, and the best preparation strategy.
Exam Pattern – At a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UPSSSC Boring Technician Mains 2026 |
| Advt. No. | 04-Exam/2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 120 |
| Duration | 90 Minutes (1.5 Hours) |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks per wrong answer (1/4th) |
| Language | Hindi & English (Bilingual) |
| Pre-requisite | UPSSSC PET 2025 Score Card (Mandatory) |
| Shortlisting | 15x vacancies based on PET normalized score |
Section-wise Marks Distribution
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi Knowledge & Writing Ability (हिंदी परिज्ञान) | 15 | 15 | 12.5% |
| General Intelligence & Elementary Maths | 15 | 15 | 12.5% |
| General Knowledge | 15 | 15 | 12.5% |
| Trade-Specific (Tubewell/Fitter/Wireman/Turner) | 60 | 60 | 50% |
| PET-linked Questions | 15 | 15 | 12.5% |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 100% |
Key insight: Trade-specific questions carry 50% weightage (60 out of 120 marks). This is your make-or-break section.
Section 1 – Hindi Knowledge & Writing Ability (15 marks)
High School level Hindi. Topics include:
- अलंकार (Literary Devices): उपमा, रूपक, अनुप्रास, यमक
- रस (Sentiments): श्रृंगार, वीर, करुण, हास्य
- समास: तत्पुरुष, द्वंद्व, बहुव्रीहि, कर्मधारय
- पर्यायवाची और विलोम शब्द
- तत्सम और तद्भव शब्द
- संधि: स्वर, व्यंजन, विसर्ग
- मुहावरे और लोकोक्तियाँ
- वाक्य शुद्धि: लिंग, वचन, कारक, वर्तनी
- श्रुतिसम भिन्नार्थक शब्द (Homonyms)
Section 2 – General Intelligence & Elementary Mathematics (15 marks)
Reasoning Topics
- Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Series
- Classification, Venn Diagrams
- Blood Relations, Direction Sense
- Statement & Conclusion, Syllogism
- Figural Classification, Non-verbal Series
- Mirror & Water Images
Mathematics Topics
- Number System, Percentage, Ratio
- Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest
- LCM, HCF, Fractions, Decimals
- Simultaneous & Quadratic Equations
- Triangles, Pythagoras Theorem, Circle
- Area, Perimeter, Volume calculations
- Statistics, Graph interpretation
Section 3 – General Knowledge (15 marks)
- General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics (NCERT level)
- Current Affairs: Last 6 months national & international events
- Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, Modern — Freedom Movement
- Indian Polity: Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Parliament
- Indian Economy: Budget, GDP, inflation basics
- Geography: India & World — rivers, mountains, climate
- UP State GK: Districts, rivers, schemes, culture (important for UP exams)
Section 4 – Trade-Specific Questions (60 marks) – MOST IMPORTANT
This is the highest scoring section — 60 out of 120 marks. Questions are from your ITI trade. The eligible trades are:
Tubewell Mechanic Topics
- Types of borewells — shallow, medium, deep tube wells
- Boring methods — rotary, percussion, DTH
- Drilling equipment — rig components, bits, pipes, casing
- Water table and aquifer types
- Pump types — submersible, centrifugal, hand pump
- Pipe fitting and plumbing basics
- Geological formations and soil types
- Safety procedures during boring operations
Fitter Topics
- Fitting operations — filing, drilling, tapping, threading
- Measuring instruments — vernier caliper, micrometer, dial gauge
- Limits, fits, and tolerances
- Welding — arc, gas, types of joints
- Fasteners — bolts, nuts, rivets, keys
- Workshop calculations and engineering drawing
Wireman Topics
- Wiring systems — domestic, industrial
- Cable types and specifications
- Earthing methods and safety
- Electrical tools and testing equipment
- Motor and pump connections
- Electrical symbols and circuit diagrams
Turner Topics
- Lathe machine — parts, operations
- Turning, facing, boring, threading on lathe
- Cutting tools — types, angles, materials
- Measuring instruments for turned components
Selection Process
- PET 2025: Already cleared — normalized score used for shortlisting (15x vacancies called for Mains)
- Mains Written Exam: 120 MCQs, 120 marks, 90 minutes — this decides final merit
- Document Verification: Original certificates checked
- Final Merit List: Based purely on Mains marks — no interview
Important: PET score is only for shortlisting. Final selection is based entirely on Mains marks. No interview for Group C posts.
Preparation Strategy
- Trade Section (60 marks): This is half the paper. Study your ITI trade textbook thoroughly — especially practical concepts. Solve UPSSSC Boring Technician previous year papers
- Hindi (15 marks): Practice from High School Hindi grammar books. समास, संधि, मुहावरे are most asked
- GK (15 marks): Lucent GK + last 6 months current affairs + UP state GK (districts, schemes, rivers)
- Reasoning + Maths (15 marks): RS Aggarwal Reasoning + Maths. Focus on speed — 15 questions in ~12 minutes
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer. Don't guess blindly — skip if unsure
- Time Management: 120 questions in 90 minutes = 45 seconds per question. Do Trade section first (most marks), then Hindi/GK, then Reasoning
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there negative marking in UPSSSC Boring Technician exam?
Yes, 0.25 marks (1/4th) are deducted for each wrong answer. So if a question carries 1 mark, 0.25 marks will be cut for a wrong response. Unanswered questions carry no penalty.
Which section is most important?
Trade-specific questions carry 60 out of 120 marks (50% weightage). This is the most important section. Candidates with strong ITI knowledge have a clear advantage.
Does PET score count in final merit?
No. PET 2025 score is only used for shortlisting candidates for Mains (15x vacancies). Final selection is based entirely on Mains exam marks. No interview.
What is the exam mode — online or offline?
The exam is offline (OMR-based paper). You mark answers on an OMR sheet using pen. Make sure to fill the OMR correctly — incorrect filling leads to zero marks.
Which trades are eligible for this post?
ITI certificate in Tubewell Mechanic, Machine Mechanic, Fitter, Wireman, or Turner. Alternatively, 2-year course certificate or 3-year NAC from NCVT in these trades.
How many candidates will be called for Mains?
Approximately 15 times the vacancies. For 402 posts, roughly 6,000 candidates will be shortlisted from PET 2025 for the Mains exam.
