Overview
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has published its Exam Calendar 2026, outlining the proposed schedule for various recruitment examinations and interviews conducted during the year. The calendar covers multiple UPSSSC recruitment drives; therefore, the total number of posts and vacancies varies by recruitment notification and is not specified as a single figure in the calendar.
Candidates preparing for UPSSSC examinations should download the official calendar from the commission’s portal and check the schedule against their advertisement number and post name. Dates may be revised due to administrative requirements, so applicants should continue monitoring official notices.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post Name | Various Group C posts under different recruitment advertisements |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified; varies by recruitment |
| Application Mode | Online, as prescribed in the relevant recruitment notification |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA; separate for each recruitment |
| Last Date | TBA; check the relevant advertisement |
| Exam Date | As listed post-wise in the UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026; subject to revision |
| Result Date | TBA |
The exam calendar is a planning document and does not replace individual recruitment advertisements, admit cards or result notices. Candidates must verify the precise examination date, reporting time, shift and examination centre through the admit card issued for their respective recruitment.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility conditions are not common across all examinations included in the UPSSSC calendar. Applicants should refer to the detailed notification issued for the post concerned before submitting an application or appearing in any selection stage.
Educational Qualification
- The required qualification may range from high school or intermediate to diploma, technical certification or graduation, depending on the post.
- Candidates applying for certain Group C recruitments may be required to possess a valid score in the applicable UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET).
- Technical posts may require a diploma, certificate, licence or degree in the relevant discipline from a recognised institution.
- The prescribed qualification must generally be completed by the eligibility cut-off date mentioned in the individual advertisement.
- Applicants awaiting final results should confirm whether provisional applications are permitted before applying.
Age Limit
- The minimum and maximum age limits will be determined by the recruitment rules for each post.
- Age will be calculated as on the cut-off date stated in the relevant advertisement.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit may be available to candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC and other eligible categories under Uttar Pradesh government rules.
- Documentary proof will be required from candidates claiming age relaxation.
Fees
- Application or examination fees vary by recruitment and candidate category.
- Candidates should pay only through the payment methods available on the official UPSSSC portal.
- Bank or payment-processing charges may apply where specified.
- The calendar itself does not constitute a fee-payment notice.
Selection Process
The selection procedure will differ according to the post, but a UPSSSC recruitment process may include the following stages:
- Shortlisting or written examination: Candidates may be shortlisted using PET scores and called for a main written examination, where applicable.
- Skill, typing, physical or technical test: Posts with specific functional requirements may include an additional qualifying or merit-based test.
- Interview/document verification: Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification and, for recruitments where rules provide, an interview before final selection.
Candidates must clear every mandatory stage and satisfy the eligibility conditions. Inclusion of an examination or interview in the calendar does not guarantee candidature or appointment.
How to Apply
The Exam Calendar 2026 does not operate as a common application form. Candidates interested in a listed recruitment can follow these steps when the relevant application window is active:
- Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in.
- Open the Notifications/Advertisements or Live Advertisements section on the homepage.
- Find the recruitment notice using the post name and advertisement number shown in the exam calendar.
- Read the detailed notification, including qualification, age, reservation, fee and selection requirements.
- Complete the required registration or candidate authentication process, including PET details where applicable.
- Fill in the online form carefully and upload the prescribed photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Pay the applicable fee through the authorised online facility and submit the application before the deadline.
- Download the confirmation page and retain a copy of the submitted form and payment receipt.
- Before the examination, download the admit card and verify the date, shift, venue and instructions printed on it.
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FAQs
1. What is the UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026?
It is a tentative schedule of examinations and interviews planned by UPSSSC for various recruitment advertisements during 2026.
2. Does the exam calendar contain application dates for every post?
Not necessarily. Application opening and closing dates are announced through separate, post-specific recruitment notifications.
3. Can UPSSSC change an examination or interview date?
Yes. Calendar dates may be revised for administrative reasons. Candidates should rely on the latest official notice and their admit card for final confirmation.
