UPSSSC PET 2026 New Exam Schedule

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the revised exam schedule for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 under Advertisement No. 16-Exam/2026. The state-level offline (OMR-based) examination is scheduled to be held across multiple districts in Uttar Pradesh on October 25, October 30, and November 1, 2026 (revised from the earlier tentative window of October 23–25). It will be conducted in two daily shifts—Shift 1 (10:00 AM to 12:00 PM) and Shift 2 (3:00 PM to 5:00 PM)—serving as the mandatory screening gateway for subsequent Group ‘B’ and ‘C’ recruitment mains across state government departments.

Important Dates

Application Fee Structure

Dependents of Freedom Fighters, Ex-Servicemen, Outstanding Sportspersons, and Female candidates pay the fee according to their original primary category (General/OBC/SC/ST).

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification:
  • Candidates must have passed High School (Class 10th) or its equivalent recognized examination on or before the last date of form submission (September 01, 2026).
  • Higher qualifications can be recorded for subsequent Group ‘B’/’C’ Mains recruitments.
• Age Limit (as on July 01, 2026):
  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 40 Years
  • Upper Age Relaxations:
    • SC / ST / OBC: As per prevailing state government orders.
    • Skilled Sportspersons: 5 years relaxation.
    • Ex-Servicemen: 3 years relaxation (deducting total service duration from actual age).
    • Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 15 years relaxation.
    • UP State Government Employees: 5 years relaxation.

UPSSSC PET 2026 – Official Notice Overview

Revised Exam Schedule & Daily Shift Timings

How to Download Exam Schedule Notice

• Go to the official website of the commission: upsssc.gov.in.
• Look at the homepage and navigate to the “Notice Board” or “Important Announcements” section.
• Click on the notification link for:
  Advertisement Number 16-Exam/2026, Important Notice regarding the revised written exam schedule for Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET)-2026 (Notice Number: 1423/36/Three (Exam-1)/2026/Part-2 dated September 25, 2026)
• The official exam schedule PDF will open directly in your browser.
• Click the Download / Save icon (or press Ctrl + S) to save the document to your device.

How to Download Admit Card

Candidates can download the admit card from the official UPSSSC website once released. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official UPSSSC website.
2. Click on the admit card or PET 2026 link.
3. Enter your registration number and password or required details.
4. Download and print the admit card.
5. Verify all details on the admit card.

Exam Day Guidelines

Reach the exam centre on time as per the schedule mentioned on your admit card. Carry the printed admit card along with a valid photo ID proof. Follow all instructions given by the invigilators.

After the Exam

The PET score card will be valid for 3 years. Use it to apply for various posts under UPSSSC as per future notifications.

Important Links

Download your admit card on time and prepare well for the exam.