UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Recruitment 2026 has been notified by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission through Advertisement No. 26-Exam/2026. According to the published information, the Commission will fill 1,784 vacancies through the Combined Lower Subordinate Services (Intermediate Level) Main Examination 2026, covering posts such as Village Development Officer, Gram Panchayat Officer, Collection Amin, Land Acquisition Amin, Storekeeper and Clerk, and Social Welfare Supervisor.
Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and hold a valid score issued by the Commission are eligible to apply. The online application window runs from 10 November 2026 to 1 December 2026 through the official UPSSSC website. Candidates should verify post-wise eligibility from the official notification before applying.
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UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Advertisement Number | 26-Exam/2026 |
| Exam Name | Combined Lower Subordinate Services (Intermediate Level) Main Examination (PET 2025)/2026 |
| Post Names | Village Development Officer, Gram Panchayat Officer, Commercial Tax Collection Amin, Land Acquisition Amin, Storekeeper and Clerk, Assistant Cooperative and Development Supervisor, Social Welfare Supervisor, Stenographer, Housemother, Farm Clerk, Sales Clerk |
| Total Vacancies | 1,784 |
| Qualification | Post-wise prescribed qualifications; UPSSSC PET 2025 participation with a valid score is mandatory |
| Age Limit | Generally 18 to 40 years (post-wise variations and relaxations apply) |
| Pay Scale | Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 – 63,200) and Level 3 (Rs. 21,700 – 69,100), post-wise |
| Application Fee | Rs. 25 online processing fee for all categories |
| Selection Process | PET 2025 score-based shortlisting, Main written examination and document verification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 10 November 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 1 December 2026 |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 16 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 1 December 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 1 December 2026 |
| Fee Adjustment and Application Correction | Up to 8 December 2026 |
UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Vacancy Details 2026
According to the published notification, the 1,784 vacancies are distributed across 12 post entries:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Village Development Officer (Gram Vikas Adhikari) | 525 |
| Gram Panchayat Officer | 508 |
| Commercial Tax Collection Amin | 235 |
| Land Acquisition Amin | 187 |
| Social Welfare Supervisor | 137 |
| Storekeeper and Clerk (General Selection) | 118 |
| Assistant Cooperative and Development Supervisor | 50 |
| Stenographer | 14 |
| Housemother | 5 |
| Storekeeper and Clerk (Special Selection) | 2 |
| Farm Clerk | 2 |
| Sales Clerk | 1 |
| Total | 1,784 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Tax Collection Amin | 95 | 54 | 6 | 57 | 23 | 235 |
| Land Acquisition Amin | 131 | 21 | 0 | 17 | 18 | 187 |
| Storekeeper and Clerk (General) | 48 | 18 | 1 | 40 | 11 | 118 |
| Assistant Cooperative and Development Supervisor | 26 | 10 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 50 |
| Social Welfare Supervisor | 67 | 22 | 5 | 30 | 13 | 137 |
| Village Development Officer | 245 | 95 | 10 | 123 | 52 | 525 |
| Gram Panchayat Officer | 215 | 104 | 1 | 167 | 21 | 508 |
| Stenographer | 8 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 14 |
UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Eligibility Criteria 2026
PET 2025 Requirement
Candidates must have appeared in the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 and must hold a score issued by the Commission. Candidates with a zero or negative absolute or normalized PET score will not be shortlisted for the Main Examination. Candidates whose PET 2025 results remain under investigation are considered only in line with the Commission’s final decisions.
Educational Qualification
Educational qualifications differ by post and follow the prescribed recruitment service rules of each department. Candidates should verify the exact qualification, additional conditions and supporting certificates for the post they intend to select. All mandatory qualifications must be held by 1 December 2026.
UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Age Limit 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age (most posts) | 18 years |
| Maximum Age (most posts) | 40 years |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable for eligible reserved-category and other candidates under Uttar Pradesh Government rules |
Applicants should read the post-wise age provisions in the notification rather than relying only on the general range, since certain posts carry specific limits and reckoning dates.
UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Application Fee 2026
| Category | Processing Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | Rs. 25 |
| OBC | Rs. 25 |
| SC / ST | Rs. 25 |
A separate Main Examination fee, as notified, must be paid by candidates shortlisted for the Main Examination before downloading the Main admit card.
UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Selection Process 2026
- Shortlisting based on UPSSSC PET 2025 normalized scores and merit.
- Main written examination for shortlisted candidates.
- Post allocation and merit-based selection under the notified rules.
- Document verification of educational qualifications, category certificates and eligibility documents.
Main Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | General Knowledge and Aptitude (History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Rural Development, Current Affairs, Science, Environment, Data Interpretation, General Hindi) | 65 | 65 |
| Part 2 | Computer and Information Technology | 15 | 15 |
| Part 3 | General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The Main written examination is objective-type, of 120 minutes duration. One-fourth of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for each wrong answer.
UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Salary 2026
| Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 – 63,200 |
| Level 3 | Rs. 21,700 – 69,100 |
Some posts have separately stated pay-band and grade-pay arrangements in the notification. Applicants should check the salary column against their selected post for the exact notified structure.
How to Apply for UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in.
- Open the Live Advertisement section and select Advertisement No. 26-Exam/2026.
- Read the official notification and confirm your eligibility for the post you want to select.
- Log in using your PET 2025 registration number with OTP verification on your registered mobile number or email.
- Review the auto-filled personal and PET-related details shown in the application.
- Fill in educational qualification, category, reservation and other required details.
- Verify your photograph and signature, accept the declaration and submit the form.
- Pay the Rs. 25 processing fee online by 1 December 2026 and keep a printout of the submitted application.
Documents to Keep Ready
- PET 2025 registration number and score details
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates
- Post-specific educational qualification certificates
- Caste / EWS certificate, if claiming reservation
- Domicile certificate of Uttar Pradesh, where applicable
- Recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format
- Valid mobile number and email ID linked to PET 2025 registration
Candidates preparing for UPSSSC recruitments should also track the UPSSSC PET Admit Card 2026 updates, since PET 2025 participation is the entry gate for this recruitment. Other recent UPSSSC opportunities include the UPSSSC Sports Directorate Recruitment 2026 for 108 posts and the UPSSSC JE Mechanical Recruitment 2026 for 1,156 posts.
UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
| Apply Online | Available under the Live Advertisement section (Advt. No. 26-Exam/2026) on the official website |
| Download Notification | Check the official website for Advertisement No. 26-Exam/2026 |
UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Recruitment 2026 FAQs
How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Recruitment 2026?
According to the published notification, UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Recruitment 2026 has 1,784 vacancies across 12 post entries, including 525 Village Development Officer posts, 508 Gram Panchayat Officer posts, 235 Commercial Tax Collection Amin posts and 187 Land Acquisition Amin posts.
What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 1 December 2026. The application window opens on 10 November 2026, and fee adjustment plus application corrections are allowed up to 8 December 2026.
Who can apply for UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Recruitment 2026?
Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and hold a valid score issued by the Commission can apply. Candidates with zero or negative PET scores will not be shortlisted, and applicants must also meet the post-wise educational qualifications by 1 December 2026.
What is the age limit for UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Recruitment 2026?
Most posts carry an age range of 18 to 40 years, with relaxations for eligible reserved-category candidates under Uttar Pradesh Government rules. Certain posts have specific limits and reckoning dates given in the notification.
What is the application fee for UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Recruitment 2026?
The online application processing fee is Rs. 25 for all categories. Candidates shortlisted for the Main Examination must separately pay the notified Main Examination fee before downloading the Main admit card.
What is the salary of UPSSSC Lower Subordinate posts?
Posts are placed in Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200) or Level 3 (Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100) of the pay matrix, depending on the post. Some posts have separately stated pay-band and grade-pay arrangements.
What is the exam pattern of the UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Main Examination 2026?
The Main written examination has 100 objective-type questions for 100 marks in 120 minutes. Part 1 covers General Knowledge and Aptitude (65 marks), Part 2 covers Computer and Information Technology (15 marks), and Part 3 covers General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh (20 marks). One-fourth of the marks is deducted for each wrong answer.
How can I apply for UPSSSC Lower Subordinate Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online through upsssc.gov.in by opening the Live Advertisement section and selecting Advertisement No. 26-Exam/2026, then logging in with the PET 2025 registration number and OTP verification. Applications in any other mode will not be accepted.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the officially published UPSSSC notification as reported. Vacancy numbers, dates, eligibility and fee details may be revised by the Commission. Candidates should verify all information from the official notification on upsssc.gov.in before applying.
