UPSSSC PET 2026 is mandatory If you are preparing for Uttar Pradesh Government Group C Jobs, here is some great news for you. The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 Notification. This examination serves as the gateway for various upcoming Group C recruitments in Uttar Pradesh.
Candidates who qualify the PET will become eligible to apply for several major government recruitment drives such as Lekhpal, Junior Assistant, Village Development Officer (VDO), Clerk, Stenographer, X-Ray Technician, and many other Group C posts, subject to the eligibility conditions of each recruitment.
If your goal is to secure a government job in Uttar Pradesh, UPSSSC PET 2026 is the first step toward achieving it.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 01 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 03 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 01 September 2026 |
| Application Correction Last Date | 08 September 2026 |
What is UPSSSC PET?
The Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) is a qualifying examination conducted by UPSSSC for recruitment to various Group C posts in Uttar Pradesh Government departments.
Instead of conducting separate preliminary examinations for every recruitment, UPSSSC uses PET scores to shortlist eligible candidates for the next stages of different recruitment processes
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the educational qualifications and other eligibility conditions prescribed in the official notification before submitting the online application.
Applicants are advised to carefully read the official notification to ensure they meet all eligibility requirements.
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026)
Candidates must fulfill the prescribed age criteria before applying for UPSSSC PET 2026.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Age Relaxation: Applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, etc.) as per the Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
Application Fee
All candidates are required to pay the prescribed application fee while submitting the online application.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹185 |
| SC / ST | ₹95 |
| PwD | ₹25 |
One Time Registration (OTR) is Mandatory
UPSSSC has made One Time Registration (OTR) mandatory for all candidates.
Applicants who have not completed OTR must register first before applying for PET 2026.
Jobs Covered Through PET
Qualifying the PET enables candidates to apply for several upcoming Group C recruitments, including:
- Lekhpal
- Village Development Officer (VDO)
- Junior Assistant
- Clerk
- Stenographer
- X-Ray Technician
- Various Group C Government Posts
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official UPSSSC website.
- Log in using your OTR credentials.
- Click on the PET 2026 Online Application link.
- Fill in all required details carefully.
- Upload the necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future referenc
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | https://upsssc.gov.in |
| OTR Registration | https://upsssc.gov.in |
| PET 2026 Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Available from 03 August 2026 |
