UPSSSC has released Exam City Details for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026. The exams will be held on 25 October, 30 October, and 01 November 2026. Admit cards will be issued before the exam dates.
Candidates can check their exam city, shift, and other details using their Enrollment Number, Registration Number, or Date of Birth on the official portal.
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Exam City Details released on 12 October 2026. Download them immediately from the official website.
Important Exam Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Released | 01 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 03 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 01 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment / Correction | 07 September 2026 |
| Exam City Details Released | 12 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| Written Exam Dates | 25 October, 30 October & 01 November 2026 |
Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026)
| Criteria | Details |
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Age Relaxation | As per UPSSSC PET rules (OBC/SC/ST/PH/Ex-SM) |
Vacancy & Eligibility Details
| Exam Name | Total Posts | Educational Qualification |
| UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 | Group ‘B’ & ‘C’ Qualifying Exam (Various Posts | Minimum Class 10th (High School) passed from a recognized board in India. |
How to Download Exam City Details and Admit Card
- Visit the official UPSSSC website at https://upsssc.gov.in/.
- Go to the Notice Board or Latest Updates section.
- Click the link for UPSSSC PET Exam City Details 2026.
- Enter your Enrollment Number, Registration Number, or Date of Birth.
- View and download your exam city, shift timing, and other details.
- Check the official site regularly for the admit card link once released.
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Tip: Save the PDF and take a printout for future reference.
UPSSSC PET Exam Pattern
| Parameter | Details |
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| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based Objective Type) |
| Total Questions | 100 Questions |
| Total Marks | 100 Marks |
| Time Duration | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Marking Scheme | +1 Mark for each correct answer |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 (1/4th) mark deducted for each wrong answer |
| Question Level | Secondary / Senior Secondary (NCERT standard) |
Subject-Wise Marks Distribution
| Subject / Section | Total Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Indian History (भारतीय इतिहास) | 05 | 05 |
| Indian National Movement (भारतीय राष्ट्रीय आंदोलन) | 05 | 05 |
| Geography (भूगोल) | 05 | 05 |
| Indian Economy (भारतीय अर्थव्यवस्था) | 05 | 05 |
| Indian Constitution & Public Admin (भारतीय संविधान एवं लोक प्रशासन) | 05 | 05 |
| General Science (सामान्य विज्ञान) | 05 | 05 |
| Elementary Arithmetic (प्रारंभिक अंकगणित) | 05 | 05 |
| General Hindi (सामान्य हिंदी) | 05 | 05 |
| General English (सामान्य अंग्रेजी) | 05 | 05 |
| Logic & Reasoning (तर्क एवं तर्कशक्ति) | 05 | 05 |
| Current Affairs (सामयिकी) | 10 | 10 |
| General Awareness (सामान्य जागरूकता) | 10 | 10 |
| Hindi Unseen Passage (अपठित हिंदी गद्यांश विवेचन – 2 गद्यांश) | 10 | 10 |
| Graph Analysis & Interpretation (ग्राफ की व्याख्या एवं विश्लेषण – 2 ग्राफ) | 10 | 10 |
| Table Analysis & Interpretation (तालिका की व्याख्या एवं विश्लेषण – 2 तालिकाएं) | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Exam Day Rules
- Carry the printed admit card, a valid photo ID proof, and two recent passport-size photographs.
- Reach the exam centre at least 60 minutes before the reporting time mentioned on the admit card.
- Do not carry mobile phones, calculators, books, or any electronic devices.
- Follow all COVID-19 or centre-specific guidelines if applicable.
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Candidates without a valid admit card or ID will not be allowed to enter the examination hall.
After the Exam
UPSSSC will declare the result on its official website. Keep checking https://upsssc.gov.in/ for updates on the result and further stages of recruitment.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
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| Download Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Check Exam City Notice | Click Here |
| Check Revised Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Stay prepared and download your admit card on time to avoid last-minute issues.