The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released the Provincial Civil Services (PCS) Examination 2026 notification for 500+ vacancies across various Group A and Group B administrative posts in the Uttar Pradesh Government. This is one of the most prestigious state civil services examinations for graduates aspiring to become administrative officers.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official UPPSC Recruitment Portal.
Recruitment Details
- Organization: Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)
- Examination Name: Provincial Civil Services (PCS) Examination 2026
- State: Uttar Pradesh
- Total Vacancies: 500+
- Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university
- Application Mode: Online
- Job Type: Uttar Pradesh Government (Group A & Group B)
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 25 June 2026
- Application Start Date: 25 June 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 27 July 2026
- Application Correction Last Date: 03 August 2026
- Preliminary Examination: 06 December 2026 (The Times of India)
Candidates should complete their applications well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Posts Included
The UPPSC PCS Examination recruits candidates for several prestigious administrative posts, including:
- Deputy Collector (SDM)
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
- Block Development Officer (BDO)
- District Commandant
- Assistant Commissioner
- Commercial Tax Officer
- Assistant Labour Commissioner
- Treasury Officer
- Sub Registrar
- District Basic Education Officer
- Other Group A & Group B Services
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Minimum age: 21 years
- Maximum age: 40 years (age relaxation applicable as per government rules).
- Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification. (Analytics IAS Academy)
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination
- Interview / Personality Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will receive:
- Salary as per the applicable UP Government Pay Matrix.
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical facilities
- Pension and retirement benefits (as applicable)
- Official accommodation and other government allowances (post-wise)
Why Apply?
- Prestigious Uttar Pradesh Civil Services career.
- 500+ government vacancies.
- Excellent salary and allowances.
- Strong career growth and promotion opportunities.
- Opportunity to serve in key administrative positions.
- Long-term government job security.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply online through the official UPPSC Recruitment Portal.
Apply Here: https://uppsc.up.nic.in/
Applicants should complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered, carefully read the official notification, upload the required documents, and submit the application before the closing date. (The Times of India)
Conclusion
The UPPSC PCS Examination 2026 is an outstanding opportunity for graduates seeking a career in the Uttar Pradesh Civil Services. Eligible candidates should submit their online applications between 25 June 2026 and 27 July 2026 and begin preparing for the Preliminary Examination scheduled for 06 December 2026.
Official Application Portal: https://uppsc.up.nic.in/ (UPPSC)