To be eligible for the UPPSC PCS 2026 exam, candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university as of the last date for receipt of applications. For some specific posts, additional qualifications are prescribed. Candidates wondering about age requirements should note that the general age limit is 21 to 40 years, calculated as on 1 July 2026. General Educational Qualification A Bachelor's Degree from any recognized university is the minimum qualification for most posts. Candidates must possess the required qualifications up to the last date for submitting the application. Post-Specific Qualifications (Selected Posts) Post Specific Qualification Required Principal, Government Intermediate College (Boys/Girls) Post Graduate degree + B.Ed. (NCTE recognized) + 3 years continuous regular teaching experience with salary from Central/State Government funds ADIOS / Deputy Secretary, Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad / BSA and equivalent Post Graduate Degree from a recognized University/Deemed University (B.Ed. preferred) Senior Lecturer, D.I.E.T. Post Graduate degree with B.Ed. from a recognized University (M.Ed./Ph.D. in Education preferred) Labour Enforcement Officer Bachelor's degree in Economics/Sociology/Commerce + Post Graduate Diploma or degree in Law/Labour Relations/Labour Welfare/Commerce/Social Work/Social Welfare/Business Management/Personnel Management Assistant Labour Commissioner Post Graduate degree in Economics, Sociology, Commerce, Law, Labour Relations, Labour Welfare, Social Work, Business Management or Personnel Management from a recognized University District Probation Officer Post Graduate degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work from a recognized University or Post Graduate Diploma in any branch of Social Work from a recognized Institution Food Safety Officer Bachelor's degree in Food Technology/Dairy Technology/Biotechnology/Oil Technology/Agricultural Science/Veterinary Sciences/Bio-Chemistry/Microbiology or Post Graduate degree in Chemistry or a degree in Medicine from a recognized University Officer on Special Duty (Computer) Graduation degree in Computer Engineering from a recognized Government Institute; OR First Class PG degree in Math + 1-year PG Diploma in Computer Science + 1-year experience in Computer Work Assistant Prosecution Officer (Transport) Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized University + working knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script Marketing Officer / Secretary Class-2, Mandi Parishad Graduate in Agriculture, Agriculture Marketing, Science, Commerce, Economics or Agriculture Economics from a recognized University Account and Audit Officer, Mandi Parishad Graduate in Commerce with Accountancy + minimum 5 years experience in Accounts work in a responsible capacity Finance and Accounts Officer, Urban Development Department Graduate in Economics/Commerce/Finance or Chartered Accountant/CFA from an institution established under law and recognized by the Government Child Development Project Officer Bachelor's degree in Sociology/Anthropology/Psychology/Economics/Political Science/Home Science/Social Work from a recognized University Assistant Controller, Legal Metrology Grade-2 Degree in Science with Physics or Mechanical Engineering + working knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script Manager (Estate Department) Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management and Catering Technology with Housekeeping as one subject from a recognized institution District Programme Officer Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Social Science or Home Science from a recognized University Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026) Category Minimum Age Maximum Age General / EWS / OBC 21 years 40 years (born not before 2 July 1986 & not after 1 July 2005) SC / ST (UP), OBC (UP), State Govt. Employees of UP, Teachers/Staff of Basic Shiksha Parishad UP, Skilled Players of Classified Games UP 21 years 45 years (5 years relaxation - born not before 2 July 1981) Persons with Disabilities (PH) of UP 21 years 55 years (15 years relaxation - born not before 2 July 1971) Ex-Servicemen of UP (Emergency/Short Service Commissioned Officers) 21 years 40 years + 3 years + period of Army service rendered Principal, Government Intermediate College (Special Provision) 30 years 40 years (born not before 2 July 1986 & not later than 1 July 1996) Chief Minister Fellowship Research Scholars (UP) 21 years Up to 3 years relaxation based on fellowship tenure (1 yr tenure = 1 yr relaxation; 2 yr = 2 yr; 3 yr or more = 3 yr) Note: Age relaxation benefits (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Ex-Servicemen/PH/Sports) are available only to permanent residents (domicile) of Uttar Pradesh. Candidates from other states are not eligible for age relaxation or reservation benefits.

The UPPSC PCS 2026 application fee varies by category and must be paid online through the SBI MOPS payment gateway during the Third Stage of the online application process. Candidates should note that the fee is non-refundable. The fee for the Preliminary Examination is as follows: Category Exam Fee Online Processing Fee Total General / EWS / OBC Rs. 100/- Rs. 25/- Rs. 125/- SC / ST (UP) Rs. 40/- Rs. 25/- Rs. 65/- Persons with Disabilities (PWD) NIL Rs. 25/- Rs. 25/- Ex-Servicemen (UP) Rs. 40/- Rs. 25/- Rs. 65/- Dependents of Freedom Fighters / Women / Skilled Players (UP) As per their original category fee For Main Examination: Unreserved/EWS/OBC and candidates of other states pay Rs. 200/- + Rs. 25/- processing = Rs. 225/-. SC/ST of UP pay Rs. 80/- + Rs. 25/- = Rs. 105/-. PWD of UP pay Rs. 25/- only (exam fee exempted). Ex-Servicemen of UP pay Rs. 80/- + Rs. 25/- = Rs. 105/-.

The UPPSC PCS 2026 selection process consists of three successive stages: Preliminary Examination, Main (Written) Examination, and Viva-Voce (Interview). The final merit is based on the combined score of the Main Examination and Interview marks. For some posts specified in the service rules, selection is based only on the written examination without an interview. Stage 1: Preliminary Examination (Objective Type) Two compulsory papers, each of 200 marks and 2 hours duration. Both papers are objective type (MCQ) answered on OMR sheets. Paper-I (General Studies-I): 150 questions, 200 marks. Timing: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Merit is determined based on marks in Paper-I only. Paper-II (General Studies-II): 100 questions, 200 marks. Timing: 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. This is a qualifying paper with minimum 33% marks required. Paper-II marks are NOT counted in merit. Negative Marking: 1/3 mark (0.33) deducted for each wrong answer. No penalty for unattempted questions. Minimum Efficiency Standard: SC/ST candidates must score at least 35%; all other categories must score at least 40% in Preliminary/Main examination to be placed in the merit list. On the basis of Preliminary Exam results, 15 times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted for the Main Examination. Stage 2: Main (Written) Examination (Conventional Type) Consists of 8 compulsory conventional (descriptive) papers - 3 hours each. Total marks: 1500 marks (as listed below). Paper Subject Marks 1 General Hindi 150 marks 2 Essay 150 marks 3 General Studies – Paper I 200 marks 4 General Studies – Paper II 200 marks 5 General Studies – Paper III 200 marks 6 General Studies – Paper IV 200 marks 7 General Studies – Paper V 200 marks 8 General Studies – Paper VI 200 marks Candidates must obtain the minimum marks in General Hindi as determined by the Government or Commission. 3 times the number of vacancies will be called for the interview. Stage 3: Viva-Voce / Personality Test Total marks: 100. Tests general interest, general awareness, intelligence, character, expression, and general suitability for the service. Candidates must carry original certificates and four passport-size photographs (two attested, two unattested) for the interview. Government/Central employees must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview. Post preferences are taken at the time of interview and are treated as final - no change is permitted after this. Also Read: UPSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 450 Drug Inspector, Assistant Engineer and More Posts