Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)

UPPSC PCS Pre 2026 Last Date Extended to 03 August
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Vacancy DetailsWho Can Apply
500
  • Bachelor Degree in any discipline from a recognized university
  • For specific posts: Engineering / Medical / Law / Agriculture degree as applicable
  • Must be a citizen of India
  • Candidate must be of good character and sound mental health
  • Working knowledge of Hindi in Devnagari script is desirable
Important Instructions
  • Last date extended to 03 August 2026 (originally 27 July 2026)
  • Total vacancies: 500 across various state services
  • Preliminary examination: 12 October 2026 (Sunday)
  • Form correction window: open till 06 August 2026
  • Selection: Prelims (qualifying) → Mains (8 papers, merit) → Interview (100 marks)
Age Limit
  • Minimum Age : 21 Years (as on 01 July 2026)
  • Maximum Age : 40 Years (as on 01 July 2026)
  • Age Relaxation: SC/ST +5 years, OBC +5 years, PwD +15 years
  • Special category candidates (Ex-servicemen, Freedom Fighter dependents) get additional relaxation as per UPPSC rules
Schedule & TimelinePayment Details
  • Application Start Date : 25 June 2026
  • Last Date for Apply Online : 03 August 2026 (Date Extended)
  • Last Date for Pay Exam Fee : 03 August 2026
  • Last Date for Form Correction : 06 August 2026
  • Admit Card Release Expected : 15 September 2026
  • Preliminary Examination Date : 12 October 2026 (Sunday)
  • General / OBC / EWS Candidates : ₹ 125/-
  • SC / ST Candidates : ₹ 65/-
  • PwD (Persons with Disability) Candidates : ₹ 25/-
  • Processing Fee (all categories) : ₹ 25/- extra (included in above)
  • Fee payable through SBI MOPS portal (Net Banking / UPI / Card / E-Challan)
Recruitment Process
  • Preliminary Examination (Objective, 2 papers, qualifying nature)
  • Main Examination (Descriptive, 8 papers, marks counted for merit)
  • Interview / Personality Test (100 marks)
  • Final merit list based on Main + Interview marks
Other Important Details
  • Mode of Prelims Exam : Offline OMR-based
  • Paper I (General Studies I) : 150 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours
  • Paper II (CSAT) : 100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours (qualifying, 33% required)
  • Negative Marking : 1/3 marks deducted per wrong answer
  • Prelims syllabus : History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Current Affairs, UP Special
Important Links
Official UPPSC WebsiteClick Here
Apply Online — UPPSC PCS Pre 2026Click Here
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UPPSC Online Application PortalClick Here
SBI MOPS Fee Payment PortalClick Here
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UPPSC PCS Pre 2026 Last Date Extended – Apply Now till 03 August

Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has officially extended the last date for online application for the UPPSC PCS Pre 2026 (Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services Examination 2026) to 03 August 2026. Originally scheduled to close on 27 July 2026, the deadline has been extended in response to numerous requests from candidates who faced technical issues on the portal during the last few days. Eligible candidates who have not yet applied can now submit their online application at uppsc.up.nic.in before the extended deadline. The Commission has also extended the exam fee payment deadline to 03 August 2026 and the form correction window to 06 August 2026.

This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 500 vacancies across various state services including Provincial Civil Service (PCS), Deputy Collector, DSP, BDO, DSP, Assistant Commissioner Commercial Tax, District Marketing Officer, and several other Group A and B posts under the Government of Uttar Pradesh. The Preliminary Examination is scheduled to be conducted on 12 October 2026 (Sunday) in two sessions across various examination centres in UP and other major cities of India. The Sarkari Notice 247 team advises all eligible candidates to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute portal congestion.

The selection process consists of three stages — Preliminary Examination (objective, 2 papers, qualifying nature), Main Examination (descriptive, 8 papers, marks counted for merit), and Interview (100 marks). The final merit list will be prepared on the basis of Main Examination marks + Interview marks. Candidates who clear the Preliminary Examination will be eligible to appear in the Main Examination, which is expected to be conducted in December 2026 or January 2027. The Prelims syllabus covers History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Current Affairs, and Uttar Pradesh Special topics.

The SJN 2026 portal will continue to bring the latest updates on the UPPSC PCS Pre 2026 including admit card release, exam centre information, answer key publication, result declaration, and Mains examination schedule. Candidates are advised to bookmark this page and the official UPPSC website for future reference. For any queries regarding the application or recruitment, candidates may contact the UPPSC helpline at 0532-2435-189 during working hours on all working days.

How to Apply for UPPSC PCS Pre 2026 Online

  1. Visit the official UPPSC website at uppsc.up.nic.in.
  2. Click on the “Apply Online” link in the top navigation menu.
  3. Register with your name, father’s name, mobile number, and email — note down the registration number and password.
  4. Login with your registration number and password to fill the detailed application form.
  5. Upload scanned photograph, signature, and other required documents in the prescribed format.
  6. Pay the examination fee through SBI MOPS portal (Net Banking / UPI / Card / E-Challan) before 03 August 2026.
  7. Submit the form, take a printout, and keep it safely for future reference — no need to send hard copy to UPPSC.

Common Questions & Answers

Q1. What is the new last date to apply for UPPSC PCS Pre 2026?
The last date for online application has been extended to 03 August 2026 (from the original 27 July 2026). The exam fee payment deadline is also 03 August 2026, and form correction window is open till 06 August 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in UPPSC PCS 2026?
A total of 500 vacancies have been announced across various state services including PCS, Deputy Collector, DSP, BDO, and several other Group A and B posts under the Government of Uttar Pradesh.
Q3. When will the UPPSC PCS Preliminary Examination 2026 be conducted?
The Preliminary Examination is scheduled to be conducted on 12 October 2026 (Sunday) in two sessions across various examination centres in UP and other major cities of India.
Q4. What is the application fee for UPPSC PCS Pre 2026?
The application fee is ₹ 125 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹ 65 for SC/ST, and ₹ 25 for PwD candidates. The fee can be paid through SBI MOPS portal via Net Banking, UPI, Card, or E-Challan.
Q5. Is Hindi mandatory for UPPSC PCS exam?
While Hindi is not strictly mandatory at the application stage, working knowledge of Hindi in Devnagari script is desirable. The Main Examination has a compulsory Hindi paper (qualifying nature), and the Interview can be conducted in Hindi or English as per the candidate’s preference.