UPSSSC Auditor & Assistant Accountant Recruitment 2026 — 1829 Posts Lekha Pareekshak (162) • Sahayak Lekhakaar (1667) • 22 UP Govt. Departments • Apply Online 14 Jul – 3 Aug 2026 • upsssc.gov.in
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released the official notification for Auditor (Lekha Pareekshak) and Assistant Accountant (Sahayak Lekhakaar) Main Examination 2026 under Advertisement No. 14-Exam/2026 dated 03 June 2026. A total of 1829 vacancies are to be filled across 22 departments of the Uttar Pradesh Government including the Directorate of Internal Audit & Accounts, Municipal Council Directorate, UP Housing & Development Board, Industrial Development Department, and several universities and government corporations. Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET-2025 and hold a valid PET-2025 Score Card are eligible to apply. Online applications open from 14 July 2026 and close on 3 August 2026. Pay Scale: Level-5 — ₹29,200 to ₹92,300/month. Application fee is just ₹25 for all categories. Selection via Main Written Exam (100 MCQs, 100 marks, 2 hours) + Document Verification.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow — Govt. of Uttar Pradesh |
| Advertisement No. | 14-Exam/2026 (Vigyan Sankhya-14-Pariksha/2026) dated 03 June 2026 |
| Post Names (Hindi) | Lekha Pareekshak (Auditor) & Sahayak Lekhakaar (Assistant Accountant) |
| Total Vacancies | 1829 Posts across 22 departments — Auditor: ~162 | Assistant Accountant: ~1667 |
| Examination Type | Main Examination (Mukhya Pariksha) — PRA0A0P0-2025/15 |
| Prerequisite | Appeared in UPSSSC PET-2025 and holds a valid PET-2025 Score Card issued by the Commission — mandatory, no exception |
| Shortlisting Ratio | Category-wise shortlisting for Main Exam in 1:15 ratio (15 candidates per vacancy) based on normalised PET-2025 score |
| Application Opens | 14 July 2026 |
| Application Closes | 3 August 2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation & Amendment | 10 August 2026 |
| Application Fee | ₹25 for all categories (online processing fee) |
| Age Limit | Min 21 years — Max 40 years as on 01 July 2026 |
| Pay Scale | Level-5 — ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 per month (7th Central Pay Commission) |
| Selection Process | Main Written Exam (Objective MCQ) → Merit List → Document Verification |
| Exam Pattern | 100 MCQ questions — 100 marks — 2 hours — Negative Marking: ¼ mark per wrong answer |
| Job Location | Various departments across Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | www.upsssc.gov.in |
Login with PET-2025 Registration Number + OTP — fill details — submit fee — do not wait till last date14 July 2026
Submit complete application with fee payment before midnight — apply at least 5 days early to avoid server load3 August 2026
Correction in application form and fee reconciliation — last opportunity to fix errors10 August 2026
This is a Main Examination for candidates who already appeared in UPSSSC PET-2025. It is not open to fresh applicants. Only those candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and have been issued a valid PET-2025 Score Card by the Commission are eligible to apply. Candidates under investigation (UI) or with provisional PET-2025 status will be permitted provisionally, subject to outcome of ongoing inquiry.
| S.No. | Department | Post | Vacancies | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Directorate of Internal Audit & Accounts, UP | Assistant Accountant | 609 | Permanent |
| 2 | Municipal Council (Nagar Nigam) Directorate, UP | Assistant Accountant | 600 | Temporary |
| 3 | UP Housing & Development Board | Assistant Accountant | 156 | Permanent |
| 4 | Directorate, Local Fund Audit Exam (General Selection) | Auditor | 148 | Permanent & Temp. |
| 5 | Industrial Development Department (General) | Assistant Accountant | 68 | Permanent |
| 6 | UP Rajkiya Nirman Nigam Ltd. | Assistant Accountant | 82 | Temporary |
| 7 | Municipal Council (Nagar Nigam) Directorate, UP | Auditor | 60 | Temporary |
| 8 | UP Van (Forest) Nigam | Assistant Accountant | 67 | Permanent |
| 9 | Directorate, Local Fund Audit Exam (Special Selection) | Auditor | 14 | Permanent & Temp. |
| 10 | UP Rajkiya Nirman Nigam Ltd. (Special Selection) | Assistant Accountant | 4 | Temporary |
| 11 | Guru Jambheshwar University, Moradabad | Assistant Accountant | 4 | Temporary |
| 12 | Maa Vindhyavasini University, Mirzapur | Assistant Accountant | 4 | Temporary |
| 13 | Maa Pateshwari University, Balrampur | Assistant Accountant | 4 | Temporary |
| 14 | Industrial Development Department (Special Selection) | Assistant Accountant | 1 | Permanent |
| 15 | Panchayati Raj Training Institute (PRIT) | Assistant Accountant | 1 | Temporary |
| 16 | Jannayak Chandrashekhar University, Ballia | Assistant Accountant | 1 | Temporary |
| 17 | UP Institute of Textile Technology, Kanpur | Assistant Accountant | 1 | Permanent |
| 18 | Government Engineering College, Kannauj | Assistant Accountant | 1 | Temporary |
| 19 | Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia National Law University, Lucknow | Assistant Accountant | 1 | Permanent |
| 20 | Government Engineering College, Mainpuri | Assistant Accountant | 1 | Temporary |
| 21 | Kamala Nehru Institute of Technology, Sultanpur | Auditor | 1 | Permanent |
| 22 | Government Engineering College, Sonbhadra | Assistant Accountant | 1 | Temporary |
| Grand Total — 22 Departments | 1829 | — | ||
Candidates must specify their preference order for departments and posts at the time of application. The preference once submitted cannot be changed after the application window closes. Carefully review the qualification requirements for each department in the official notification before selecting your preference. Some departments have different educational qualification requirements or specific conditions.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Mandatory Prerequisite | Valid UPSSSC PET-2025 Score Card — must have appeared in PET-2025 and received a score card from the Commission. Without this, application is not possible. |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's Degree in Commerce (B.Com) from a recognised university established by law in India — OR — Post-Graduate Diploma in Accountancy from a Govt.-recognised institution. Additionally, 'O' Level Diploma in Computer Operation from a Govt.-recognised institution is mandatory for most posts. |
| Knowledge Requirement | Knowledge of Accountancy at Accountant level — specifically required for Auditor (Lekha Pareekshak) posts and some Assistant Accountant posts. Verify for each department in the official notification. |
| Age Limit | Minimum 21 years — Maximum 40 years — calculated as on 01 July 2026 |
| Nationality | Indian citizens only |
| EWS Certificate Validity | EWS certificate for this recruitment must be issued between 01 April 2026 and 03 August 2026 based on income of Financial Year 2025-26 |
| PwBD Certificate | Valid disability certificate in the prescribed format from a competent authority — as per UP Govt. PwBD norms |
| Category | Age Relaxation | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| SC / ST of Uttar Pradesh | + 5 years | 45 years |
| OBC of Uttar Pradesh | + 5 years (as per UP rules) | 45 years |
| UP State Govt. Employees (Regular) | + 5 years | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years + length of military service | As applicable |
| Physically Handicapped (PwBD) | Up to 15 years (as per UP PwBD rules) | 55 years |
| Widow Women | + 10 years | 50 years |
| Chief Minister's Unemployed Youth Scheme | As per UP Govt. order dated 30.01.2026 | As applicable |
| Age calculated strictly as on 01 July 2026. Relaxations apply only to Uttar Pradesh domicile candidates of the respective categories as per UP Govt. rules. State-specific reservations (SC/ST/OBC) are for UP state categories only. | ||
- PET-2025 Score Card is non-negotiable — if you did not appear in PET-2025, you cannot apply for this recruitment regardless of other qualifications
- 'O' Level Computer Diploma is mandatory in addition to B.Com — ensure you have both documents before applying
- Educational qualification requirements vary by department — read the detailed qualification table in the official notification PDF for every department you intend to apply for
- Candidates under investigation (UI) or with provisional PET-2025 status are provisionally allowed — outcome of inquiry is binding
- Candidates who did not appear in PET-2025 or were not issued a Score Card are not eligible — no alternative route exists
Selection for UPSSSC Auditor & Assistant Accountant 2026 follows a clearly defined process: Stage 1 — Candidates are shortlisted for the Main Exam from PET-2025 normalised scores in a category-wise 1:15 ratio (15 candidates per vacancy). Stage 2 — Shortlisted candidates appear in the Main Written Examination (Objective MCQ). Stage 3 — Candidates shortlisted based on Main Exam merit are called for Document Verification. No interview is conducted.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 — PET-2025 Shortlisting | Candidates shortlisted in 1:15 ratio (15 candidates per vacancy) category-wise based on PET-2025 Normalised Score. Candidates not shortlisted cannot appear in Main Exam even if qualified in PET-2025. |
| Stage 2 — Main Written Examination | Objective MCQ exam — 100 questions — 100 marks — Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes) — Negative marking: ¼ mark deducted per wrong answer. Exam date and admit card to be notified separately on upsssc.gov.in. |
| Stage 3 — Document Verification (DV) | Candidates shortlisted on merit in Main Exam are called for DV with all original documents. Candidates failing to produce valid originals on scheduled date will not be considered for appointment. |
| ⚠ No Interview — selection is based purely on Main Exam marks followed by document verification. Final appointment to the department of preference is merit-based. | |
Main Examination Syllabus Topics (Subject-wise)
| Subject / Topic Area | Relevance |
|---|---|
| Financial Accounting & Book-Keeping | Core — journal entries, ledger, trial balance, final accounts, depreciation, bank reconciliation |
| Cost Accounting | Core — costing methods, cost sheets, marginal costing, break-even analysis |
| Auditing Principles & Practices | Core for Auditor posts — types of audit, audit planning, internal controls, audit reports |
| Taxation (Direct & Indirect) | GST, income tax basics, TDS provisions — relevant for both posts |
| Business Organisation & Commercial Laws | Companies Act provisions, partnership, contract basics |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | National & UP-specific current events, economy, governance |
| General Hindi | Grammar, comprehension, official Hindi language — mandatory for UP Govt. posts |
| Computer Knowledge (O-Level) | MS Office, internet, spreadsheets, databases — aligned with O-Level curriculum |
| Refer to the detailed syllabus in the official notification PDF at upsssc.gov.in for exact topic-wise breakdown and subject-wise marks distribution. | |
| Benefit / Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Level-5 — ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 per month (7th Central Pay Commission) |
| Application Fee (All) | ₹25 — Online Processing Fee — same for all categories including SC/ST/OBC/EWS/General |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | As applicable under UP Govt. pay rules — revised periodically |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Based on city of posting as per UP Govt. norms |
| Medical Benefits | State Government Medical Facility / UP Govt. Health Scheme |
| Pension / Retirement | National Pension System (NPS) / applicable UP Govt. pension rules |
| Job Nature | Permanent (for permanent-nature posts) / Temporary (for temporary-nature posts) — as specified department-wise. Temporary posts are generally regularised subject to performance and rules. |
| Fee Payment Method | Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan — via upsssc.gov.in payment gateway |
| Gross in-hand salary at entry: approximately ₹35,000–₹42,000/month including DA and HRA depending on posting city — with full UP Govt. service benefits. | |
Application is not through fresh registration. Candidates must log in using their PET-2025 Registration Number and the OTP sent to their registered mobile number / email. Personal details, photograph, and signature are auto-filled from PET-2025 records and cannot be changed. Only one application per candidate is permitted — in case of multiple submissions, only the last one is considered.
Step 1 — Visit upsssc.gov.in and Open the Advertisement
Go to the official UPSSSC website — upsssc.gov.in. Under the Live Advertisement Segment on the homepage, look for Advertisement No. 14-Exam/2026 (Auditor / Assistant Accountant Main Exam 2026). The application link becomes active from 14 July 2026. Do not attempt to access before this date. Click on the relevant advertisement link to proceed.
Step 2 — Login with PET-2025 Registration Number & OTP
Enter your PET-2025 Registration Number. An OTP will be sent to your PET-2025 registered mobile number and email. Enter the OTP to log in. Your personal details — name, DOB, category, photo, signature — will be auto-populated from PET-2025 records. Verify all auto-filled information carefully. Discrepancies in PET-2025 records must be raised separately with UPSSSC — they cannot be corrected in this application.
Step 3 — Select Posts, Departments & Set Preference Order
Select the post(s) — Auditor or Assistant Accountant or both — you wish to apply for. Then select the specific department(s) from the 22 available. Provide your preference order carefully — this determines which department you are allotted if selected. You cannot change preference after submission. Cross-verify the qualification requirement for each selected department as different departments may have slightly different requirements.
Step 4 — Fill Educational Qualification Details
Enter your B.Com / PG Diploma in Accountancy details — university name, year of passing, marks percentage, roll number. Also enter your 'O' Level Computer Diploma details. Enter category certificate details if applicable. For EWS — ensure your certificate is dated between 01.04.2026 and 03.08.2026 based on FY 2025-26 income. Enter the Verification Code and click Submit to generate the application form.
Step 5 — Pay Application Fee of ₹25 & Download Printout
Pay the ₹25 application processing fee through the available online payment options — Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan. After successful payment, download and save your application confirmation printout with the application number. Keep this safe — it is required for the admit card, exam hall, and document verification. The fee reconciliation and amendment window remains open until 10 August 2026 for corrections.
| # | Document | Stage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | UPSSSC PET-2025 Score Card / Registration Confirmation | Application Login + DV |
| 2 | Photo Identity Proof — Aadhaar / Voter ID / Driving Licence / Passport | Exam Hall + DV |
| 3 | Class 10 (High School) Marksheet & Certificate — for age/DOB verification | Document Verification |
| 4 | B.Com / PG Diploma in Accountancy — all year/semester marksheets + passing certificate showing university name | Application + DV |
| 5 | 'O' Level Computer Diploma — certificate from recognised institution | Application + DV |
| 6 | Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) — in UP Govt. prescribed format — issued by Competent Authority | DV (if applicable) |
| 7 | EWS Income & Asset Certificate — dated between 01.04.2026 and 03.08.2026 — FY 2025-26 based | DV (EWS candidates) |
| 8 | PwBD Disability Certificate — prescribed format — from Competent Authority | DV (if applicable) |
| 9 | Domicile / Residence Certificate — UP state domicile proof | Document Verification |
| 10 | Application Confirmation Printout with Application Number | Exam Hall + DV |
| ⚠ At Document Verification — carry all originals + minimum 2 self-attested photocopies. Candidates failing to produce valid original documents on the scheduled DV date will not be considered for selection. Do NOT laminate certificates. | ||
Organisation: Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow — Government of Uttar Pradesh
Advertisement No.: 14-Exam/2026 (Vigyan Sankhya-14-Pariksha/2026) dated 03 June 2026
Post Names: Auditor (Lekha Pareekshak) & Assistant Accountant (Sahayak Lekhakaar)
Total Vacancies: 1829 across 22 UP Govt. Departments
Application Opens: 14 July 2026 | Closes: 3 August 2026 | Amendment: 10 August 2026
Pay Scale: Level-5 — ₹29,200 to ₹92,300/month
Official Website: www.upsssc.gov.in
All updates — admit card, exam date, result, document verification schedule — will be published exclusively on www.upsssc.gov.in. Monitor the official website regularly.
- UPSSSC does not charge more than ₹25 for this application — anyone asking for additional money is a fraudster
- PET-2025 Score Card is non-negotiable — do not attempt to apply without a valid PET-2025 Score Card
- Enter exact educational qualification details — incorrect B.Com percentage or O-Level details will lead to disqualification at Document Verification
- Set your department preference order carefully — once submitted and amendment window closes, it cannot be changed
- EWS candidates must ensure their certificate is dated between 01.04.2026 and 03.08.2026 — older EWS certificates are not valid for this recruitment
- Temporary nature posts (Municipal Council, UPRNL etc.) are still regular government jobs with all benefits — "temporary" refers to the post's service classification, not job security
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