About Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission Recruitment 2026
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has officially announced the recruitment process for Preliminary Examination Test (PET) 2021.
Candidates can apply online through the official website. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Key highlights: age requirement is 18 to 40 years, the application fee varies by category (see fee table below). Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and other requirements before applying.
Key Highlights
Important Dates
| Syllabus Available | 20/02/2021 |
Application Fee
| General | No Fee |
| OBC | No Fee |
| SC | No Fee |
| ST | No Fee |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Class 10 High School Examination from any recognized board in India.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Indian History | 05 | ā |
| Indian National Movement | 05 | ā |
| Geography | 05 | ā |
| Indian Economy | 05 | ā |
| Indian Constitution & Public Administration | 05 | ā |
| General Science | 05 | ā |
| Elementary Arithmetic | 05 | ā |
| General Hindi | 05 | ā |
| General English | 05 | ā |
| Logic & Reasoning | 05 | ā |
| Current Affairs | 10 | ā |
| General Awareness | 10 | ā |
| Hindi Gandhans / Vyakran | 10 | ā |
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission ā the official website.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for Preliminary Examination Test (PET) 2021.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the full name of the conducting body?
The full name of the conducting body is Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC).
What is the age limit to appear for the PET exam?
The age limit is 18 to 40 years.
What is the minimum educational qualification required?
Candidates must have passed Class 10 (High School) from any recognized board in India.
When was the syllabus released?
The syllabus was released on 20 February 2021.
What is the total marks for the exam?
The total marks for the exam is 80.
Name the subject with the highest marks allocation.
Current Affairs, General Awareness, and Hindi Gandhans/Vyakran each carry 10 marks, the highest among all subjects.
Is there any application fee for the exam?
No, the application fee is NA for all categories (General, OBC, SC, ST).
When will the application process begin?
The application begin date has not been announced yet and is notified as 'Notified Soon'.
Can candidates from outside Uttar Pradesh apply?
Yes, candidates from Uttar Pradesh and other states can appear for the PET exam.
How many marks are allocated to Current Affairs?
Current Affairs carries 10 marks.
What subjects are covered in the syllabus?
The syllabus covers Indian History, Indian National Movement, Geography, Indian Economy, Indian Constitution & Public Administration, General Science, Elementary Arithmetic, General Hindi, General English, Logic & Reasoning, Current Affairs, General Awareness, and Hindi Gandhans/Vyakran.
Is negative marking mentioned in the syllabus?
The notification does not mention any negative marking.
What is the exam mode?
The exam mode is not specified in the notification.
Important Links
Important links will be added once the official notification is released.