UPSSSC Lower PCS 2026 — 2,516 Posts, Apply Before 18 June
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the notification for its Combined Lower Subordinate Services (Graduate Level) Examination 2026 — widely known as UPSSSC Lower PCS. A total of 2,516 posts across 11 departments are up for grabs, making this one of the largest state-level graduate recruitment drives in UP this year. The application window is open from 29 May to 18 June 2026 at upsssc.gov.in. The application fee is just ₹25 for all categories — essentially free.
Important: You must hold a valid UPSSSC PET-2025 scorecard to be eligible for this recruitment. Candidates who did not appear in PET 2025 cannot apply regardless of their graduation marks.
Which Posts Are Available?
The 2,516 vacancies span 11 different posts across state departments. The largest chunk — 548 posts — is for Assistant Treasury Accountant, followed by Accounts Auditor (419), Amin/Auctioneer (323), and Executive Officer (238). Clerk-cum-Typist posts (229) and Assistant Consolidation Officer (168) are also significant in number. If you have an accounts or commerce background, the Treasury Accountant and Auditor posts align best with your knowledge base.
Eligibility — What You Need
The eligibility criteria for UPSSSC Lower PCS 2026 are straightforward: you need a Bachelor's degree in any stream from a UGC-recognised university, and a valid UPSSSC PET-2025 scorecard. Age should be between 18 and 40 years as of 01 July 2026. Standard UP government age relaxation applies — OBC candidates get +3 years, SC/ST candidates get +5 years, and PwD candidates get +15 years over the general upper limit. There is no minimum percentage requirement in graduation — even a pass degree qualifies.
Salary & Pay Scale
UPSSSC Lower PCS posts fall under Pay Level 4 to Level 6 of the 7th Pay Commission. The basic pay starts at ₹25,500/month for entry-level posts (Level 4) and goes up to ₹35,400/month (Level 6) for senior posts like Executive Officer. Add to this Dearness Allowance (DA at 58% of basic), House Rent Allowance (8–16% depending on city), and Transport Allowance. The in-hand monthly salary typically works out to ₹30,000–₹45,000 depending on the post and posting location. These are permanent state government posts with pension benefits, job security, medical cover, and periodic pay revisions.
Selection Process — Just One Exam
Selection for UPSSSC Lower PCS 2026 is based entirely on a single Written Main Examination. There is no interview or physical test. The exam consists of 100 objective MCQ questions worth 100 marks, to be completed in 2 hours. The question paper is expected to cover General Hindi, General Knowledge/Current Affairs, Reasoning, and subject-specific topics relevant to the post. PET-2025 marks are used only for eligibility — the main exam score is what decides your final rank.
How to Apply — Step by Step
Go to upsssc.gov.in and click on the Lower PCS 2026 recruitment link. Register with your OTR (One Time Registration) number if you already have one, or create a new OTR. Fill in your personal details, PET-2025 scorecard details, and post preference. Upload your photograph and signature. Pay the ₹25 fee online. Download and print the confirmation page. Apply before 18 June 2026 — the form cannot be submitted after the deadline under any circumstance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is PET-2025 mandatory? What if I appeared in PET-2023 or PET-2024?
Yes, only candidates with a valid UPSSSC PET-2025 scorecard can apply for this recruitment. PET-2023 or PET-2024 scorecards are not valid for this notification. UPSSSC conducts PET annually and each PCS cycle specifies which PET session is applicable. Check the official notification for the exact PET requirement.
Q: Can I apply for multiple posts in one application?
Generally, the UPSSSC application form asks for your post preference. You can typically indicate multiple post preferences in the same application. However, you will be considered for posts based on your merit rank and availability of vacancies in your chosen category. Read the official notification carefully for the exact post-preference mechanism.
Q: I'm from OBC category but don't have an updated non-creamy layer certificate. Can I still apply?
You can apply and select OBC category, but for actual selection and document verification, you will need a valid Non-Creamy Layer OBC certificate issued by a competent authority and not more than 1 year old (as per UP government norms). Apply with your current certificate and get it renewed before the DV stage.
Q: What is the correction window on 25 June for?
The correction window (25 June 2026) allows candidates to fix mistakes in their submitted application — like errors in name, date of birth, category, or post preference. You cannot apply fresh after 18 June, but if you already applied and need to correct something, the correction window is your only chance. After 25 June, no changes will be permitted.
Q: Are there reservations for women within the 2,516 posts?
Yes. UP government horizontal reservation norms apply — 20% of posts in each category are reserved for female candidates. This means women candidates have a dedicated reservation within each category's share (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS). Female candidates appear in the common merit list but are given preference in allocation up to their 20% horizontal reservation limit.