The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026 (क्षेत्रीय युवा कल्याण एवं प्रादेशिक विकास दल अधिकारी तथा व्यायाम प्रशिक्षक) , Advertisement No. 23-Exam/2026 for the Regional Youth Welfare and Provincial Developmental Dal Officer and Exercise Trainer Main Examination (PET-2025)/23. The recruitment covers 412 posts. Eligible candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and whose score is considered for shortlisting can submit the online application from 16 October 2026 to 6 November 2026.

The notification was published on 30 September 2026

UPSSSC Youth Welfare Recruitment 2026 – Job Overview

Vacancy Details

Important Dates

The notification specifically states that applications and fee payment must be completed by 6 November 2026; corrections are permitted up to 13 November 2026. ViewPdf

Eligibility / Educational Qualification

The notification requires candidates to have participated in PET-2025 and to meet the prescribed eligibility for the advertised post.

Regional Youth Welfare and Provincial Developmental Dal Officer

Essential educational qualification: Graduation from a university established by law in India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.

The notification also specifies preferential qualifications, including qualifications/service related to B.P.Ed./D.P.Ed., service as Block Commander/Halka Sardar/Dalapati, at least two years’ service in Provincial Defence Corps, or a National Cadet Corps ‘B’ Certificate, as prescribed in the notification.

Exercise Trainer

The notification specifies:

• Graduation from a university established by law in India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.
• D.P.Ed./B.P.Ed. or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.
• Additional preferential qualifications are specified in the notification, including relevant sports-training/service qualifications and an NCC ‘B’ Certificate.

Note: Candidates should check the exact post-wise qualification and preferential qualification applicable to their selected post before applying.

Age Limit

The prescribed age requirement for direct recruitment is:

The notification states that candidates should have attained 21 years and should not be more than 40 years on the prescribed qualifying date. Relaxation is available for eligible reserved categories as per applicable government provisions.

Application Fee

The notification provides the following online application charges:

The notification states that the main examination fee will be paid separately by candidates shortlisted for the main examination. The amount of the main examination fee is Not Mentioned in the Official Notification.

Selection Process

The selection procedure mentioned in the notification includes:

1. PET-2025 based shortlisting
2. Main Written Examination
3. Physical Measurement Test / Physical Eligibility Test, wherever applicable
4. Preparation of merit based on the prescribed selection procedure

For the Regional Youth Welfare and Provincial Developmental Dal Officer post, the notification provides physical measurement and physical eligibility requirements.

The main examination is based on the examination scheme and syllabus prescribed in the notification.

Salary / Pay Scale

The notification lists these pay levels and pay scales in its vacancy details.

Physical Requirements

For the Regional Youth Welfare and Provincial Developmental Dal Officer post, the notification specifies physical measurement standards.

Minimum Height

The notification also specifies chest measurements and a physical eligibility test involving events such as 200-metre running, long jump, high jump and shot put for male candidates, while separate physical test standards are provided for female candidates.

For the detailed event-wise standards, candidates should refer to the official notification.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official UPSSSC website: upsssc.gov.in.
2. Open the relevant advertisement under the Live Advertisement section.
3. Log in using the registration details associated with PET-2025.
4. Select the advertised post/posts for which you meet the required qualification.
5. Complete the application details and verification process.
6. Pay the applicable online processing fee and complete the application submission.
7. Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.

The notification states that applications for this recruitment are accepted only through the UPSSSC online application system. ViewPdf

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Only eligible candidates who meet the prescribed requirements should apply.
• Candidates must use their PET-2025 registration number for authentication/login.
• Only one application is permitted for the advertised posts.
• Candidates must carefully verify the information entered before final submission.
• Application corrections are permitted up to 13 November 2026 according to the notification.
• Candidates claiming reservation benefits must possess the required supporting certificates within the prescribed period.
• Candidates should keep a printout of the final application form.

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