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Last updated: 5 June 2026

UPPSC Recruitment Source: Official / UPPSC UP

PCS (Provincial Civil Services) 2026

Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission

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PCS (Provincial Civil Services) 2026: 220 vacancies. Application window closed. Age limit: 21-40 years. Qualification: Graduation (any discipline).

Total Vacancies

220

Department

Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission

Age Limit

21-40 years

Qualification

Graduation (any discipline)

The application window has closed. Monitor the department’s official website for the next recruitment cycle.

Official Note

UP PCS 2026 — SDM, DSP, BDO and 40+ allied posts. Prelims → Mains → Interview.

Important Dates

Application Start
15 February 2026
Last Date to Apply
30 April 2026
Exam Date
11 October 2026
Age Cut-off Date
1 July 2027

Selection Process

  1. Preliminary Exam — GS Paper 200 marks + CSAT 100 marks (CSAT qualifying at 33%)
  2. Main Examination — 8 papers totalling 1500 marks
  3. Interview / Personality Test — 100 marks
  4. Document Verification & Medical

Previous Year Indicative Cut Off

Figures are indicative based on prior JCCE results. Actual cutoff varies.

Category Cutoff Marks Out of %
General / EWS 108 200 54.0%
OBC (NCL) 104 200 52.0%
SC 95 200 47.5%
ST 90 200 45.0%

Exam Centres

Major cities / districts where JCCE is typically conducted.

PrayagrajLucknowKanpurAgraVaranasiGorakhpurBareilly

Syllabus Highlights

  • General Studies — History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science & Tech (Prelims GS 200 marks)
  • CSAT — Comprehension, Decision Making, Basic Maths (qualifying, 33% cutoff)
  • Mains — 8 papers: GS I–IV, Essay, Hindi, Optional (2 papers)
  • UP Specific — UP History, Culture, Art, Literature, Economy, Agriculture

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: Graduation (any discipline)

Previous Year Papers & Exam Pattern (marks, syllabus, official PDFs) Check My Eligibility (age calculator pre-filled)
Category Max Age Relaxation
General / EWS 40 years No relaxation
OBC (NCL) 43 years +3 years
SC / ST 45 years +5 years
PwD 50 years +10 years
Ex-Servicemen As per notification 3 yrs after discharge

Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 July 2027.

Salary & Perks

₹56,100 – ₹1,32,000

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Apply Kaise Karein

  1. Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
  2. Complete registration on the authorised portal for Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission.
  3. Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
  4. Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
  5. After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.
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Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)

What is the age limit for PCS (Provincial Civil Services) 2026? v

For the General category the minimum age is 21 years and the maximum is 40 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Thursday, 1 July 2027.

How do I apply for PCS (Provincial Civil Services) 2026? v

Visit the authorised website for Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (https://uppsc.up.nic.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Thursday, 30 April 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.

What is the last date to apply for PCS (Provincial Civil Services) 2026? v

The closing date was Thursday, 30 April 2026 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Sunday, 11 October 2026.

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