UPPSC PCS Prelims Recruitment 2026 covers the current status, key dates, eligibility, fee, selection process and official links. Approximately 500 Group A and Group B posts, subject to the official advertisement. Check the official Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission website before submitting a form.
UPPSC PCS Prelims 2026 overview
| UPPSC PCS Prelims 2026 | UPPSC PCS official record |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
| Recruitment | UPPSC PCS Prelims Recruitment 2026 |
| Opportunity | Approximately 500 Group A and Group B posts, subject to the official advertisement |
| Application mode | Online |
| Current status | Closed. The window ran 25.06.2026 to 03.08.2026 after an extension; checked 06.09.2026 |
| Official website | the Commission website |
UPPSC issued Advertisement A-1/E-1/2026 for the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Examination on 25 June 2026. The official notifications page shows the application last date as 03 August 2026 and modification dates up to 10 August 2026.
Important Links
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Commission online notifications and apply page. This is where UPPSC opens and closes every application; for this examination the window closed on 03.08.2026 |
| One Time Registration (OTR) | OTR registration. Live. UPPSC requires an OTR number before any application, so this stays useful between recruitments |
| Official Website | uppsc.up.nic.in. Live. The Commission site, not the state government portal |
| Notification / Advertisement | Advertisements and notices. Live, and the page that carries this advertisement |
| Parent pillar / jobs hub | Latest Sarkari Naukri updates |
| Know your OTR number | OTR lookup. Live, for candidates who registered earlier and lost the number |
UPPSC PCS exam pattern and key facts
| UPPSC PCS exam pattern and key | UPPSC PCS official record |
|---|---|
| Prelims Paper I | General Studies-I: 150 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours |
| Prelims Paper II | CSAT/General Studies-II: 100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours; 33% qualifying |
| Mains | General Hindi 150 + Essay 150 + GS I-VI at 200 marks each |
| Interview | 100 marks where prescribed |
| OTR | One Time Registration on the UPPSC/OTR system is required |
This section gives the practical facts a candidate usually needs before opening the full notice.
UPPSC PCS important dates
| UPPSC PCS important dates | UPPSC PCS official record |
|---|---|
| Notification or official update | 25.06.2026 |
| Online application begins | 25.06.2026 |
| Last date to apply | 03.08.2026 |
| Fee payment or correction | Fee payment deadline: 03.08.2026; application modification window runs up to 10.08.2026. |
| Exam, admit card and result | Preliminary exam is scheduled for 06.12.2026; Main and interview dates will follow the UPPSC schedule. |
| Application fee — Vacancy | Approximately 500 Group A and Group B posts, subject to the official advertisement |
| Application fee — Application fee | General/EWS/OBC: Rs.125 total (Rs.100 exam fee + Rs.25 processing); SC/ST and Ex-servicemen: Rs.65 total; PwD: Rs.25 processing fee only. |
| Application fee — Pay or outcome | Pay varies by the allotted Group A or Group B service; the service-wise pay level is listed in Advertisement A-1/E-1/2026. |
Do not wait for the last day if the application window is open. Download the confirmation page.
Eligibility and age limit
| Eligibility and age limit | UPPSC PCS official record |
|---|---|
| Qualification | A bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution is required for the broad PCS services. Age is 21-40 years as on 01.07.2026, with category-wise relaxation. Some posts carry additional subject, physical or service conditions. |
| Age limit | 21-40 years as on 01.07.2026, with category-wise relaxation under Uttar Pradesh rules. Some services have additional physical or service conditions. |
| Domicile or category | Reservation, domicile and post-specific conditions apply under the UPPSC advertisement; additional qualifications may apply to particular services. |
A bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution is required for the broad PCS services. Age is 21-40 years as on 01.07.2026, with category-wise relaxation. Some posts carry additional subject, physical or service conditions. Read post-wise conditions carefully.
Filling the prelims form — registration, fee and upload steps
- Open the official apply online page.
Documents to keep ready
| Documents to keep ready | UPPSC PCS official record |
|---|---|
| OTR | UPPSC OTR number and candidate-dashboard credentials |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree and marksheets for the relevant service |
| Reservation | Category, EWS, domicile and other certificates in the prescribed format |
| Application | Fee receipt, submitted form and correction confirmation |
| Identity | The same valid photo ID used for examination and verification |
Keep the OTR number, submitted form, fee receipt, degree documents, category certificate and correction confirmation for later stages.
What happens after the form?
| After the form | UPPSC PCS official record |
|---|---|
| Prelims result | UPPSC shortlists candidates using the qualifying Paper II condition and Paper I merit |
| Mains form | Shortlisted candidates complete the mains-stage form and upload required records |
| Interview | Candidates for services with interview attend the 100-mark personality test |
| Final selection | Commission publishes service-wise merit/selection subject to verification |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UPPSC PCS Prelims Recruitment 2026 status?
Applications are closed. The window ran 25.06.2026 to 03.08.2026 after an extension. Checked on the Commission website on 06.09.2026.
What is the last date for UPPSC PCS Prelims Recruitment 2026?
The page records 03.08.2026 as the relevant last date. Verify any extension on the official website.
How many posts are in UPPSC PCS Prelims Recruitment 2026?
Approximately 500 Group A and Group B posts, subject to the official advertisement.
What is the official website for UPPSC PCS Prelims Recruitment 2026?
The official source is https://uppsc.up.nic.in/.
What is the eligibility for UPPSC PCS Prelims Recruitment 2026?
A bachelor's degree from a recognised institution is required for the broad PCS services. Age is 21-40 years as on 01.07.2026, with category-wise relaxation. Some posts carry additional subject, physical or service conditions.
What is the application fee for UPPSC PCS Prelims Recruitment 2026?
General/EWS/OBC: Rs.125 total (Rs.100 exam fee + Rs.25 processing); SC/ST and Ex-servicemen: Rs.65 total; PwD: Rs.25 processing fee only.
How can I apply for UPPSC PCS Prelims Recruitment 2026?
Use the official application page, enter details from the original documents, pay the applicable fee and save the final form.
What documents are needed for UPPSC PCS Prelims Recruitment 2026?
Keep the OTR number, submitted form, fee receipt, degree documents, category certificate and correction confirmation for later stages.
What is the selection process for UPPSC PCS Prelims Recruitment 2026?
Preliminary exam has two compulsory papers: GS-I has 150 questions/200 marks and GS-II has 100 questions/200 marks, both 2 hours; GS-II is qualifying at 33% and GS-I decides prelim merit. Shortlisted candidates take the Main Examination and then the 100-mark interview where prescribed.
Where can I check updates after applying for UPPSC PCS Prelims Recruitment 2026?
Check the official Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) website and keep the registration number and payment receipt safe.