UPSSSC Boring Technician Recruitment 2026 — 402 Vacancies

UPSSSC has released notification for 402 Assistant Boring Technician posts under the Minor Irrigation Department of Uttar Pradesh. Candidates who have passed 10th Class with ITI in relevant trades and hold a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Score Card can apply online. Last date to apply is 05 May 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200 per month under Pay Level-2.

UPSSSC Assistant Boring Technician Recruitment 2026 - 402 Posts

Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released Advertisement No. 04-Exam/2026 for the Mains Examination of Sahayak Boring Technician (Assistant Boring Technician) in the Minor Irrigation Department. A total of 402 vacant posts will be filled through this recruitment. Only PET 2025 qualified candidates can apply — shortlisting for the Mains Exam will be done based on PET 2025 normalized scores (at a ratio of 15 times the vacancies). This is a great opportunity for ITI trade holders looking for a stable government job in Uttar Pradesh.

Vacancy Details

Category-wise Breakdown (Total: 402 Posts):

• General: 163 posts
• OBC: 107 posts
• SC: 82 posts
• EWS: 40 posts
• ST: 10 posts

Who Can Apply?

• Education: You must have passed High School (10th Class) from UP Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad or an equivalent recognized Board.
• Technical Qualification (any one of the following):
  • Nalakoop Mechanic (Tubewell Mechanic) certificate from Rajkiya Pravidhik / Audyogik Prashikshan Kendra, Gorakhpur or equivalent institution
  • 2-year ITI certificate in Machinist, Fitter, Wireman, or Turner trades
  • 3-year NCVT NAC in Machine Fitter, Fitter, Wireman, or Turner trades
• PET Requirement: You must have appeared in and received a Score Card for UPSSSC PET 2025. Without a valid PET score, you cannot apply for this post.

Age Limit

• You should be between 18 and 40 years old as on 01 July 2026.
• SC / ST: 5 years relaxation in upper age limit
• OBC: 5 years relaxation in upper age limit
• PwBD: 15 years relaxation in upper age limit
• Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation as per UP Government rules
• Age relaxation is applicable only for candidates domiciled in Uttar Pradesh, as per state government norms.

Salary

• Selected candidates will get a salary of Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200 per month under Pay Level-2 of the 7th Pay Commission.
• You will also receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other benefits as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
• The approximate gross salary at the entry level comes to around Rs. 34,000 - Rs. 37,000 per month depending on your posting location.

Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 25
• SC / ST: Rs. 25
• PwD: Rs. 25
• Payment Mode: Online through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan

Selection Process

The selection will be done in the following stages:

1. UPSSSC PET 2025 Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for the Mains Exam based on their normalized PET 2025 scores. Shortlisting will be done at 15 times the number of vacancies per category.
2. Mains Written Examination: 100 MCQ questions for 100 marks in 2 hours. Negative marking of 1/4 mark (0.25) for each wrong answer. The exam covers trade-related knowledge, basic safety, and electrical concepts.
3. Document Verification: Candidates who qualify the Mains Exam will be called for document verification based on their merit.
4. Final Merit List: The final selection will be based on the Mains Exam score and document verification.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in.
2. Open the "Live Advertisement" section and click on Advertisement No. 04-Pariksha/2026 (Assistant Boring Technician).
3. Log in using your PET-2025 Registration Number and the OTP sent to your registered mobile or email.
4. Your basic details will be auto-filled from your PET 2025 application. Check and verify them carefully.
5. Enter your educational qualifications and other required details as mentioned in the notification.
6. Read the declaration carefully and submit the application form.
7. Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan.
8. After successful payment, download and take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 16 March 2026
• Online Application Start: 15 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 05 May 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 05 May 2026
• Application Correction Last Date: 12 May 2026
• Exam Date: To be announced
• Admit Card: To be announced

• Operate and maintain boring machines and tubewell drilling equipment at designated sites
• Assist senior technicians in installing, repairing, and servicing tubewells and hand pumps
• Inspect boring equipment regularly and report any faults or maintenance needs
• Maintain records of boring operations, material usage, and daily work logs
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines while working with heavy machinery and electrical systems
• Coordinate with field engineers and supervisors on site assignments and progress updates
• Handle basic electrical wiring and fittings related to tubewell pump installations