Important Dates
Notification Released 01 August 2026 Online Application Start 03 August 2026 Last Date to Apply 01 September 2026 Last Date for Fee Payment 01 September 2026 Application Correction Window 08 September 2026 PET Exam Date To Be Announced Admit Card Release Before Examination
Description
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026. Candidates who want to participate in upcoming UPSSSC Group C recruitment examinations must first qualify the PET examination. The online application process will begin on 03 August 2026 and continue until 01 September 2026. Interested candidates should verify their eligibility, age limit, application fee, and other important instructions before submitting the application form. Why UPSSSC PET is Important? The UPSSSC PET serves as a qualifying examination for numerous Group C recruitment notifications released by UPSSSC. Candidates who qualify the PET become eligible to apply for various government posts such as: Lekhpal Junior Assistant Clerk Forest Guard Village Development Officer (VDO) Stenographer Assistant Grade Posts Other Group C Vacancies announced by UPSSSC Required Documents Applicants should keep the following documents ready before filling out the application form: Passport Size Photograph Signature Aadhaar Card or Valid ID Proof High School Marksheet/Certificate Educational Qualification Certificates (if applicable) Category Certificate (if applicable) PwBD Certificate (if applicable) Domicile Certificate (if required)
Eligibility
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (High School) from a recognized board or possess any higher qualification from a recognized institution/university in India. Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026) Minimum Age 18 Years Maximum Age 40 Years Age relaxation will be provided according to UPSSSC rules.
Selection Process
The recruitment process includes: Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) PET Score-Based Shortlisting Main Examination (For Applicable Posts) Document Verification Medical Examination (If Required)
Qualification
- High School (Class 10) Pass or Higher
How to apply
Visit the official UPSSSC website. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR), if not already registered. Log in using your registration details. Fill out the PET 2026 online application form carefully. Upload the required documents in the prescribed format. Pay the application fee online. Review all details before final submission. Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.