UPPSC PCS Recruitment 2026 - 500 Vacancies

UPPSC is hiring for around 500 PCS posts through the Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services Examination 2026 (Advt. No. A-1/E-1/2026). If you are a graduate in any stream, you can apply online for top Group A and Group B posts like Deputy Collector (SDM), Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) and Block Development Officer (BDO). The last date to apply is 27 July 2026. The starting basic pay for the main posts is Rs. 56,100 per month (Pay Level 10) and the Preliminary Exam is on 6 December 2026.

Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) PCS Recruitment 2026 - 500 Posts

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released the notification for the Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026 to fill about 500 vacancies across roughly 36 administrative, police and technical services in the Uttar Pradesh government. This is the biggest gateway to becoming an SDM or DSP in UP. Any graduate aged 21 to 40 can apply after completing the One-Time Registration (OTR). The number of vacancies may change as per government requirement.

Posts You Can Apply For

The PCS 2026 exam fills around 500 vacancies across many Group A and Group B services, including:

• Deputy Collector (SDM)
• Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
• Block Development Officer (BDO)
• Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO)
• Commercial Tax Officer
• District Basic Education Officer / District Programme Officer
• Food Safety Officer
• Naib Tehsildar and other subordinate services

These posts are spread across the revenue, police, transport, commercial tax, education, cooperative and food safety departments of Uttar Pradesh. Some are Group A (gazetted officer) posts and others are Group B posts. The exact number of vacancies for each post and category (General, EWS, OBC, SC, ST) is given in the official advertisement, and the total may go up or down as per the government's needs.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You must hold a Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized university. Some posts need a specific degree - check the notification for post-wise requirements.
• Registration: You must complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) before filling the form.
• Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) and some police posts have additional physical standards (height, chest and physical test) as given in the notification.
• Domicile: Candidates from any state can apply for the general merit posts, but reservation benefits and age relaxation are only for candidates who belong to Uttar Pradesh.

Age Limit

• You must be between 21 and 40 years old as on 1 July 2026.
• Age Relaxation: SC / ST / OBC / EWS candidates of Uttar Pradesh get 5 years (up to 45 years).
• Persons with Disability (PwBD) get up to 15 years, and Ex-servicemen and other special categories get relaxation as per UP government rules.

Salary

• Main posts like Deputy Collector (SDM) and DSP get a basic pay of Rs. 56,100 per month (Pay Level 10).
• The in-hand salary works out to around Rs. 75,000 to Rs. 95,000 per month after adding Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other allowances.
• Pay levels vary by post (from Level 7 upwards), so the exact salary depends on the service you join.
• Along with a good salary, you get job security, a pension under the National Pension System, medical benefits and regular promotions. Your posting can be anywhere in the districts of Uttar Pradesh.

Application Fee

• General / EWS / OBC: Rs. 125
• SC / ST and Ex-servicemen of UP: Rs. 65
• Persons with Disability (PwBD): Rs. 25 (online processing charge only)
• Payment mode: Online

Selection Process

The selection is done in three successive stages:

1. Preliminary Examination: Two objective (MCQ) papers held on the same day - General Studies Paper I (counts for merit) and General Studies Paper II / CSAT (only qualifying). There is one-third (1/3) negative marking for each wrong answer. This stage is only a screening test to shortlist you for the Mains.
2. Main Examination: A descriptive (written) exam that tests your in-depth knowledge and writing skills. Only candidates who clear the Prelims can sit for the Mains, and the marks you score here count towards the final merit.
3. Interview (Personality Test): Candidates who clear the Main Exam face a board that checks your general awareness, decision-making and suitability for administrative work. The final merit list is based on the Main Exam and Interview marks together.

Document verification and a medical examination are done before final appointment.

How to Apply

1. Go to the UPPSC website at uppsc.up.nic.in.
2. Complete your One-Time Registration (OTR) if you have not done it already.
3. Open the PCS 2026 (Advt. A-1/E-1/2026) application and fill in your details.
4. Upload your photo, signature and documents.
5. Pay the fee online.
6. Submit the form before 27 July 2026 and save a printout.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 25 June 2026
• Application Start: 25 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 27 July 2026
• Last Date for Correction: 3 August 2026
• Preliminary Exam Date: 6 December 2026

• Manage revenue administration, land records and public grievances as a Deputy Collector (SDM)
• Maintain law and order and lead police investigations as a Deputy Superintendent of Police
• Run rural development schemes and block-level offices as a Block Development Officer
• Implement state government policies and welfare programmes in the assigned area
• Coordinate with departments during elections, disasters and public events
• Assess and collect taxes and check compliance (for revenue and tax posts)
• Supervise subordinate staff and submit reports to senior officers