UPSSSC PET 2026 Form Out : Apply Now for Group C Posts

UPSSSC has released the PET 2026 online form under Advt 16-Exam/2026. Check eligibility, key dates, fee, syllabus, and how to apply online.

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow, has officially published the competitive recruitment advertisement for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026. Released under Advertisement No. 16-Exam/2026, this nationwide screening assessment serves as the mandatory tier-1 Gateway exam for all upcoming Group ‘C’ government vacancies in Uttar Pradesh.

The central registration portal went live on August 3, 2026, allowing candidates who have passed Class 10 or hold higher degrees to complete their One-Time Registration (OTR) and submit their online forms. Aspirants aiming to secure positions such as Revenue Lekhpal, Junior Assistant, Village Development Officer (VDO), Stenographer, and Assistant Accountant must complete their online submissions before the registration deadline on September 1, 2026.

UPSSSC PET 2026: Crucial Operational Highlights

Essential Eligibility Criteria Guidelines

Candidates must satisfy the baseline academic and age limits calculated as of the cutoff date of July 1, 2026:

1. Academic Qualifications

• Minimum Baseline: Must have passed Class 10 (High School) from a recognized educational board.
• Higher Qualifications: Candidates holding Intermediate (12th), ITI, Diplomas, Bachelor’s Degrees, or Post-Graduate qualifications are fully eligible to apply. Higher educational marks will assist during specific department main examination shortlisting rounds.

2. Age Threshold Limits (As of July 1, 2026)

• Minimum Age Boundary: 18 Years
• Maximum Age Boundary: 40 Years
• Upper Age Relaxations: 5 years for SC/ST/OBC category candidates of Uttar Pradesh domicile, and up to 15 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) as per state government rules.

Application Fee Framework

The portal application fee varies by social category and must be paid online:

• General / OBC Category Candidates: ₹185 (₹160 Exam Fee + ₹25 Processing Fee)

• SC / ST Category Candidates: ₹95 (₹70 Exam Fee + ₹25 Processing Fee)

• PH / Divyangjan Category Candidates: ₹25 (Processing Fee Only)

• Payment Portals: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, or integrated UPI gateways.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online for UPSSSC PET 2026

Follow this exact technical sequence to complete your registration on the UPSSSC portal:

1.Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on UPSSSC Portal:OTR Registration.

Open your browser and navigate to the official portal: upsssc.gov.in. Click on the “OTR (One Time Registration)” link. Enter your mobile number, email ID, and personal identification details to generate your unique OTR Number.

2.Authenticate via OTR Number and Password:Portal Access.

Select the application link for “Advertisement No. 16-Exam/2026 (Preliminary Eligibility Test – PET 2026)”. Log in using your OTR number via Password or mobile OTP verification.

3.Verify Auto-Filled Data and Fill Qualification Metrics:Form Ingestion.

Your demographic profile and academic data will auto-load from your OTR profile. Verify your Class 10/12 roll numbers, passing years, board names, and total marks percentages.

4.Upload Scanned Photo, Signature, and Certificates:Document Check.

Verify your pre-uploaded passport photo and Hindi/English signature crop. Ensure your caste, domicile, or income certificates (EWS) are valid and issued prior to September 1, 2026.

5.Pay Application Processing Fee and Save Confirmation Slip:Final Settlement.

Review all entered fields on the preview page. Settle your category application fee through the online SBI payment gateway. Download and print out at least two copies of the final Application Confirmation Page.

Exam Pattern & Syllabus Blueprint

The UPSSSC PET written examination follows an objective, multi-subject structure:

• Total Question Index: 100 Objective Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs).

• Total Marks: 100 Marks.

• Total Test Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours).

• Negative Marking Policy: A deduction of 1/4th (0.25) mark applies for every incorrect response.

• Subject Weightage Breakdown:

1. Indian History & National Movement: 10 Questions (10 Marks)
2. Geography & Indian Economy: 10 Questions (10 Marks)
3. Indian Constitution & Public Administration: 5 Questions (5 Marks)
4. General Science & Elementary Arithmetic: 10 Questions (10 Marks)
5. General Hindi & General English: 10 Questions (10 Marks)
6. Logic & Reasoning: 5 Questions (5 Marks)
7. Current Affairs & General Awareness: 20 Questions (20 Marks)
8. Hindi Unseen Passages, Graph & Table Interpretation: 30 Questions (30 Marks)