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HighLights
  1. UPPSC PCS 2026 application window closes today, August 3.
  2. 500 vacancies available for Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services.
  3. Complete OTR and apply online at uppsc.up.nic.in.

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) will close the online application window for the Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026 today, August 3, 2026. Candidates who have not yet submitted their applications must complete the registration process through the official UPPSC website before the deadline.

The commission released the UP PCS 2026 notification on June 25, 2026, and invited applications from eligible candidates for 500 vacancies. Applicants are required to complete the One Time Registration (O.T.R.) process before filling out the online application form.

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UP PCS 2026: Important Dates

Event

Date

Notification Release

June 25, 2026

Online Application Begins

June 25, 2026

Last Date For Fee Payment And Application Submission

August 3, 2026

Correction/Modification Window And Fee Reconciliation

August 10, 2026

Candidates who have already submitted applications will be able to make corrections or modifications during the permitted period ending on August 10, 2026, as per the commission's schedule.

Eligibility Criteria And Vacancy Details

The UPPSC recruitment drive aims to fill 500 posts under the Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026. Candidates applying for the examination must hold a graduation degree from a recognised university. The prescribed age limit is 21 to 40 years as on July 1, 2026, with age relaxation applicable for eligible reserved categories according to government rules.

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UP PCS 2026: Application Fee Details

Category

Examination Fee   

Processing Fee  

Total Fee

UR/OBC/EWS

Rs 100

Rs 25

Rs 125

SC/ST

Rs 40

Rs 25

Rs 65

PwD

Nil

Rs 25

Rs 25

ESM

Rs 40

Rs 25

Rs 65

Steps To Apply For UP PCS 2026

1. Complete the One Time Registration (O.T.R.) process on the UPPSC portal.

2. Generate and note the O.T.R. number.

3. Visit the UPPSC website and authenticate using the O.T.R. details.

4. Fill in personal, educational, and other required information.

5. Pay the examination fee through the available online payment modes.

6. Submit the application form after verifying all details.

7. Download and keep a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

Direct Link To Apply Online For UPPSC PCS 2026:uppsc.up.nic.in

UP PCS 2026: Selection Process

The selection process will consist of multiple stages. Candidates will first appear for the Preliminary Examination, and those qualifying in the preliminary stage will move to the Main Written Examination. The final stages include the Interview, Document Verification, and Medical Examination, with selection based on performance in the prescribed examination stages and fulfilment of eligibility requirements.


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