- UPSSSC PET 2026 notification released for Group C posts.
- Online applications from August 3 to September 1, 2026.
- Mandatory one-time registration and Class 10 eligibility.
UPSSSC PET 2026: The UPSSSC PET Notification 2026 has been released by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) on 1st August 2026 for the upcoming Group C government recruitments in the state. The UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test is the first and compulsory stage for candidates willing to appear in recruitment exams such as Lekhpal, Junior Assistant, Village Development Officer (VDO), X-Ray Technician, Assistant Accountant, Stenographer and several other UPSSSC posts.
The online registration for UP PET 2026 can be done from 3rd August to 1st September 2026 under Advt No. 16-परीक्षा/2026. Candidates are advised to carefully go through the eligibility criteria, application process, exam pattern and important dates before applying online.
UP PET Notification 2026: Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Notification Release Date | 1st August 2026 |
| Apply Online Dates | 3rd August to 1st September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Purpose | Eligibility Test for UPSSSC Group C Recruitments |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Question Type | Objective (MCQs) |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC PET OTR 2026: Why It's Mandatory
UPSSSC PET One Time Registration (OTR) 2026 is required to be filled before submitting the PET application form. The OTR system lets candidates fill their basic personal and educational details once, so they don't need to re-enter them for every UPSSSC recruitment. Applications without a valid OTR will not be accepted. Fresh OTR registrants can edit all details except the registered mobile number, while previous PET registrants can edit all details except name, date of birth, and mobile number. Once the PET 2026 application is submitted and a registration number is generated, neither the OTR details nor the application form can be changed.
How To Apply For UPSSSC PET Exam 2026?
-Visit the official UPSSSC website, upsssc.gov.in.
-Complete the One Time Registration (OTR), if not already registered.
-Log in using your registration credentials.
-Fill the application form with personal, educational, and communication information.
-Attach a passport-size photograph and signature in the required format.
-Pay the application fee through the available online payment methods.
-Review all entered information carefully before submission.
-Complete the application and download the confirmation page.
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Application Fee For UPSSSC PET 2026
| Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | ₹160.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹185.00 |
| OBC | ₹160.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹185.00 |
| SC | ₹70.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹95.00 |
| ST | ₹70.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹95.00 |
| PwD/Divyangjan | Nil | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
UPSSSC PET 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for UPSSSC PET 2026 must be between 18 and 40 years of age, calculated as on July 1, 2026, with age relaxation available for SC/ST/OBC and other eligible categories as per government rules. Candidates must have completed Class 10 (High School) from a recognised board; those with higher qualifications like Class 12, diploma, graduation, or postgraduation are also eligible, but candidates awaiting Class 10 results or yet to pass are not eligible to apply.
