Notification Details
Applications Open! Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 notification. Apply online from 03 August – 01 September 2026. PET score is a mandatory eligibility criterion for most UPSSSC group C recruitments.
Overview
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Exam Name | Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 |
| Score Validity | 3 Years from date of qualification |
| Application Mode | Online (upsssc.gov.in) |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 03 August 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 03 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 September 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 01 September 2026 |
| Correction Window | Up to 08 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 18 – 40 Years |
| OBC / SC / ST / EWS | Relaxation as per UPSSSC PET Rules |
Educational Qualification
- Minimum Class 10 (High School) from any recognized board
- OR any higher qualification from a recognized university in India
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹185 |
| SC / ST | ₹95 |
| PH (Divyang) | ₹25 |
Selection Process
- Online Application – via upsssc.gov.in (03 Aug – 01 Sep 2026)
- Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) – Objective type, October 2026 (Tentative)
- PET Score Card Issued – Valid for 3 years, used for future UPSSSC recruitments
How to Apply
- Visit the official portal: upsssc.gov.in
- Register or login with your One Time Registration (OTR) credentials
- Fill in the UPSSSC PET 2026 application form
- Upload scanned photo, signature, and required documents
- Pay application fee online (UPI/Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking)
- Submit and download the final application form for future reference
Required Documents
- Class 10th / Higher qualification certificate
- Class 10th certificate (date of birth proof)
- Caste certificate (OBC/SC/ST if applicable)
- EWS certificate (if applicable)
- UP domicile/residence certificate
- Passport-size photographs
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar/Voter ID)
Pro Tip: UPSSSC PET is the gateway exam for nearly all UP group C government jobs — your PET score remains valid for 3 years and is used across multiple future recruitments (Lekhpal, Junior Assistant, Forest Guard, etc.). Focus preparation on general knowledge, current affairs, general Hindi, general science, elementary arithmetic, and reasoning. A strong PET score early gives you a head start for upcoming UPSSSC vacancies.
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