UPSSSC Excise Constable
Main Exam 2026 — Online Form Out
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The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has published Advertisement No. 08-परीक्षा/2026 for the Aabkari Sipahi (Excise Constable) Main Examination (PRA0A0P0-2025)/09. A total of 722 posts are notified under the Office of the Excise Commissioner, Uttar Pradesh, Prayagraj. Online applications open on 4 June 2026 and close on 24 June 2026 at upsssc.gov.in. Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and received a score card are eligible to apply. Selection is through a 100-mark written exam (MCQ, 2 hours) followed by physical fitness tests. 🚔
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow |
| Advertisement Number | No. 08-परीक्षा/2026 | Notification Date: 6 April 2026 |
| Post Name | Aabkari Sipahi (Excise Constable) — Direct Recruitment |
| Exam Code | Aabkari Sipahi Main Exam (PRA0A0P0-2025)/09 |
| Recruiting Department | Office of the Excise Commissioner, Uttar Pradesh, Prayagraj |
| Total Vacancies | 722 (612 Regular + 110 Special Recruitment) |
| Pay Scale / Pay Level | Level-2 | ₹19,900 (minimum) to ₹63,200 (maximum) |
| Educational Qualification | Intermediate (10+2) passed from UP Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad or equivalent recognised board |
| Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026) | Minimum 18 years | Maximum 40 years | Relaxation for reserved categories as per UP Govt. rules |
| Application Mode | Online only at upsssc.gov.in — offline applications not accepted |
| Application Fee | Application Fee: NIL (₹0) | Online Processing Fee: ₹25 for all categories |
| Online Application Starts | 04 June 2026 |
| Online Application Deadline | 24 June 2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation Deadline | 01 July 2026 (within 7 days after application close) |
| Application Correction Window | Up to 01 July 2026 (within fee reconciliation period) |
| PET Requirement | Only PET-2025 appeared + score card received candidates eligible |
| Selection Basis | Written Main Exam (100 marks) → Physical Measurement Test → Physical Efficiency Test |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in — All notifications, admit cards, results published here |
- After 24 June 2026, no application or fee will be accepted — not even for technical or other reasons. The Commission will not entertain any requests after this date.
- Candidates cannot print their application form until fee reconciliation is completed by the bank. Ensure fee is reconciled by 1 July 2026 at the latest.
- Exam date, centre, and timing will be communicated only through the admit card — candidates should not contact the Commission unnecessarily about these details.
Table 1 — Vertical (Category-Wise) Reservation
| S.No | Post | Pay Level | Unreserved / General | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aabkari Sipahi (Regular) |
Level-2 ₹19,900–₹63,200 |
246 | 128 | 12 | 165 | 61 | 612 | Permanent & Temporary |
| 2 | Aabkari Sipahi (Special Recruitment) |
Level-2 ₹19,900–₹63,200 |
— | 46 | 14 | 50 | — | 110 | Permanent & Temporary |
| Grand Total | 246 | 174 | 26 | 215 | 61 | 722 | — | ||
Table 2 — Horizontal (Lateral) Reservation
| Post | Freedom Fighter Dependants | PwD — Blind & Low Vision | PwD — Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Loco/Cerebral | PwD — Multiple Disabilities (MD) | Ex-Servicemen / Ex-Army | Women | Outstanding Sportsperson | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aabkari Sipahi (Regular) | 12 | — | — | — | — | 30 | 122 | 12 |
| Aabkari Sipahi (Special Recr.) | 02 | — | — | — | — | 05 | 22 | 02 |
Educational Qualification
Preferential Qualification (Adhimani Aharta)
Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (UR) | 18 years | 40 years | None |
| SC / ST (UP Domicile) | 18 years | As per UP Govt. rules | As per government notification |
| OBC (UP Domicile) | 18 years | As per UP Govt. rules | As per government notification |
| UP State Govt. Employees (राज्याधीन सेवाओं में कार्यरत) | 18 years | Max + 5 years | 5 additional years |
| PwD Candidates | 18 years | As per UP Govt. rules | Standard PwD relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | 18 years | Service period + standard relaxation | As per UP Acts |
| Note: Age calculated as on 1 July 2026. High School/Class 10 certificate is the only valid age proof — no other document is accepted for date of birth. | |||
PET-2025 Requirement
| S.No | Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total Payable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General / Unreserved (अनारक्षित) | ₹0.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| 2 | Other Backward Class (अन्य पिछड़ा वर्ग) | ₹0.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| 3 | Scheduled Caste (अनुसूचित जाति) | ₹0.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| 4 | Scheduled Tribe (अनुसूचित जनजाति) | ₹0.00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| Freedom Fighters' Dependants, Ex-Servicemen, Women, PwD, Sportspersons — pay fee as per their base/original category (all ₹25) | ₹25.00 | |||
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Type | Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 (each question carries 1 mark) |
| Duration | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Negative Marking | Yes — ¼ mark (0.25 marks) deducted per wrong answer |
| Number of Parts | 3 Parts (Part-1: General Studies | Part-2: Computer & IT | Part-3: UP GK) |
| Language | Hindi and English (bilingual) |
| Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) or OMR — as per UPSSSC notification |
| Merit Basis | Final merit prepared based solely on Main Exam marks. Physical tests are qualifying only. |
Part-1 — General Studies (सामान्य अध्ययन)
Part-2 — Computer & Information Technology Knowledge (कम्प्यूटर एवं सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी)
Part-3 — General Information about Uttar Pradesh (उत्तर प्रदेश सामान्य जानकारी)
Part-1 Topics — Expanded
PET-2025 Screening & Shortlisting for Main Exam
Candidates are shortlisted for the Main Written Exam based on their PET-2025 normalised score. UPSSSC shortlists candidates up to 15 times the category-wise vacancy count from the merit list of PET-2025 score holders. All candidates whose PET-2025 normalised score (up to 2 decimal places) falls at or above the final cutoff are included in the shortlist. Candidates with zero or negative scores in PET-2025 are excluded.
Main Written Examination — 100 Marks (Merit-Deciding Stage)
Shortlisted candidates appear in the Main Written Examination — a single 100-question MCQ paper covering General Studies (80 marks), Computer & IT (15 marks), and UP General Information (20 marks). Duration: 2 hours. Negative marking: 25% per wrong answer (¼ mark). This is the only merit-determining stage — the Main Exam score alone decides the final merit rank. Admit cards are downloaded from upsssc.gov.in; exam date and centre are printed on the admit card.
Physical Measurement Test (PMT) — Qualifying Stage
Candidates shortlisted on the basis of Main Exam scores are called for the Physical Measurement Test. Male candidates are checked for chest (minimum 80 cm unexpanded, 85 cm expanded) and height (minimum 167.6 cm). Female candidates are checked for weight (minimum 45 kg) and height (minimum 152 cm for General/OBC/EWS, 147 cm for SC/ST). This is qualifying only — no marks are added to merit. Candidates failing the PMT are eliminated from further stages.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET) — Qualifying Stage
Candidates who clear PMT appear in the Physical Efficiency Test. Male candidates must complete a 4.8 km run in 25 minutes. Female candidates must complete a 2.4 km run in 14 minutes. Candidates who fail to complete the run within the stipulated time are not eligible for appointment. This is also qualifying only — does not contribute to merit ranking. Both PMT and PET are organised by the Commission after the written exam shortlisting.
Document Verification & Final Merit List
After clearing all qualifying stages, candidates undergo document verification. Required documents include High School certificate (age proof), Intermediate certificate (educational qualification), category certificate (caste/EWS), Aadhaar, and other relevant documents as per the notification. The final merit list is prepared based solely on Main Exam written test marks, respecting all vertical and horizontal reservation norms. Appointment orders are issued by the Office of the Excise Commissioner, Prayagraj.
Login via PET-2025 Registration Number
Visit upsssc.gov.in → Applicant Segment → Applicant's Dashboard. Log in using your PET-2025 Registration Number and the OTP sent to your registered mobile number / email ID. You cannot apply without PET-2025 credentials — no new registration is required.
Navigate to Advertisement 08-Exam/2026 & Fill the Form
On the Dashboard, find and click Advertisement No. 08-परीक्षा/2026. Your personal details from PET-2025 (name, father/mother name, domicile, DOB, gender) will be auto-populated. Fill in educational qualification details, category/reservation details, and select your post preference. Update any permissible fields (correspondence address, category corrections, marital status, disability details). Verify all information carefully before proceeding.
Photo, Signature & Declaration
Your photo and signature from PET-2025 will be auto-displayed — no changes can be made to these. Click "Continue" to proceed. Read the declaration carefully, tick all checkboxes, enter the verification code, and click "Save and Submit" to proceed to fee payment.
Pay the Online Processing Fee (₹25)
Pay ₹25 via Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan. For SBI e-Challan, download, pay at any SBI branch, then update Transaction ID via "Double Verification Mode" on the portal. Your application is finally submitted only after successful fee payment and reconciliation.
Download & Print the Application Form
After successful fee reconciliation, your application is submitted and the application form is displayed on screen. Download and take a printout immediately — you will need this at document verification. Print your application from the Applicant's Dashboard anytime before the deadline. Also check for the 11-digit registration number on your printed application — retain this for all future correspondence.
- All UP reservation category candidates must mention their category in the application — failure to do so forfeits reservation benefits
- Candidates not domiciled in Uttar Pradesh are not eligible for reservation benefits — they will be treated as General/Unreserved
- Ex-Servicemen applying under reservation must have retired from service by 24 June 2026 (the application deadline)
- EWS candidates must hold a valid EWS certificate issued between 01-04-2026 and 24-06-2026, based on FY 2025-26 income and valid for FY 2026-27
- For women applicants of UP, only caste certificates issued from the father's side are valid (not mother's side)
- Date of birth must be verified from the High School/10th certificate only — no other document is accepted for age proof
- Candidates already employed in Central or State Government must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer before appearing in the selection process
- State government employees in subordinate services get a maximum 5-year age relaxation
- If a candidate submits multiple applications, only the last submitted application will be considered valid
- Using unfair means (copying, impersonation, misconduct) at any stage will lead to immediate disqualification and potential debarment from future UPSSSC exams
- Male candidates who are married and have more than one living wife, or female candidates who married such men, are not eligible unless a special exemption has been granted by the Governor
- UPSSSC does not correspond individually with candidates — all updates are published on upsssc.gov.in only
- Regular Recruitment: 612 posts — UR: 246, SC: 128, ST: 12, OBC: 165, EWS: 61
- Special Recruitment: 110 posts — SC: 46, ST: 14, OBC: 50 (UR and EWS not included in Special Recruitment)
- Part-1 (General Studies): 80 marks — History, Geography, Economy, Polity, Science, Environment, Current Events, Data Interpretation, and UP Excise Laws (10 marks)
- Part-2 (Computer & IT): 15 marks — Computer basics, Internet, MS Office, Cyber Security, AI/IoT
- Part-3 (UP State GK): 20 marks — History, Culture, Economy, Geography, Current Affairs of UP
- Male candidates: Chest — minimum 80 cm (unexpanded), 85 cm (expanded); Height — minimum 167.6 cm; Running — 4.8 km in 25 minutes
- Female candidates: Weight — minimum 45 kg; Height — minimum 152 cm (General/OBC/EWS), 147 cm (SC/ST); Running — 2.4 km in 14 minutes
- Basic Pay Range: ₹19,900 (minimum) to ₹63,200 (maximum)
- Additional allowances include Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other UP Government service benefits
- Posts are both permanent and temporary (स्थायी व अस्थायी) — regularisation follows government norms
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