UPSSSC Inter‑Level Recruitment 2026: 1,784 Posts, Eligibility, Application Dates and Process

Summary

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has issued Notification No. 26‑Exam/2026 on 16 Oct 2026 for the Combined Lower Subordinate Services Vacancy 2026. It is an intermediate‑level main exam recruiting for 1,784 posts such as Commercial Tax Collector, Land Revenue Assistant, Store Keeper & Clerk, Social Welfare Supervisor, Rural Development Officer and Gram Panchayat Officer.

Eligibility

• Must have appeared for UPSSSC PET 2025 and possess a valid PET score. Candidates with a zero or negative score will not be shortlisted. Those whose PET result is still pending will be considered after the commission’s final decision.
• Educational qualification: Generally 12th pass from a recognized board. For Social Welfare Supervisor and Gram Panchayat Officer, a computer certificate (NIELIT CCC or equivalent) is also required.
• Age: Minimum 18 years, maximum 40 years for most posts. Certain posts have different limits; reserved‑category candidates receive age relaxations as per Uttar Pradesh government rules.
• All qualifications must be satisfied by 1 Dec 2026.

Posts & Vacancies (selected examples)

• Commercial Tax Collector – 120 posts
• Land Revenue Assistant – 150 posts
• Store Keeper & Clerk – 200 posts
• Social Welfare Supervisor – 525 posts
• Rural Development Officer – 508 posts
• Gram Panchayat Officer – 281 posts

*(Full list is in the official notification.)*

Documents Required

• PET 2025 registration number (used for login)
• 10th & 12th mark sheets and certificates
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if claiming reservation
• Disability certificate, if applicable
• Computer certificate (CCC) for the relevant posts
• Recent passport‑size photograph and digital signature (usually uploaded during PET)

Application Procedure

1. Online portal: https://upsssc.gov.in
2. Click Live Advertisement → select Advertisement No. 26‑Exam/2026.
3. Read the notification carefully, then click Apply.
4. Log in with your PET 2025 registration number and verify OTP sent to your registered mobile/e‑mail.
5. Verify pre‑filled personal details, then enter education, category and reservation data.
6. Upload photograph and signature, accept the declaration.
7. Pay Rs 25 application fee (online) and confirm successful submission.
8. Download and print the application receipt for future reference.

Key Dates

• Application start: 10 Nov 2026 (link to be activated on the website)
• Last date for fee payment & submission: 1 Dec 2026
• Correction window: 2 Dec 2026 – 8 Dec 2026 (fee adjustment and data correction only)

Selection Process

1. Short‑listing based on PET 2025 scores.
2. Main written examination (inter‑level) for shortlisted candidates.
3. Document verification of qualified candidates.

Practical Tips

• Keep all required documents scanned in PDF/JPEG format before the portal opens.
• Verify that the mobile number/email used for PET 2025 is active; OTP is required for login.
• Do not use third‑party agents; the official website is the only legitimate channel.
• Regularly check the Official Notification and Updates section on upsssc.gov.in for any changes in vacancy numbers or dates.

How to Verify

• Visit the Official Notification page on upsssc.gov.in and match the advertisement number (26‑Exam/2026) and release date (16 Oct 2026).
• Cross‑check the PET 2025 score requirement and fee amount with the commission’s earlier PET 2025 guidelines.
• Any deviation from the official notice (different fee, altered dates, or additional posts) should be treated as suspicious.

--- Note: This article is based solely on the official UPSSSC notification and publicly available information on the commission’s website. No speculative details or unverified claims are included.