UP PCS 2026 application link: The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) will close the online application window for the Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026 today, August 3, 2026. Candidates who have not yet submitted their applications must complete the registration process through the official UPPSC website before the deadline.The commission released the UP PCS 2026 notification on June 25, 2026, and invited applications from eligible candidates for 500 vacancies. Applicants are required to complete the One Time Registration (O.T.R.) process before filling out the online application form.UP PCS 2026 important dates
Candidates who have already submitted applications will be able to make corrections or modifications during the permitted period ending on August 10, 2026, as per the commission’s schedule.Eligibility criteria and vacancy detailsThe UPPSC recruitment drive aims to fill 500 posts under the Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026.Candidates applying for the examination must hold a graduation degree from a recognised university. The prescribed age limit is 21 to 40 years as on July 1, 2026. Age relaxation will be applicable for eligible reserved categories according to government rules.Examination Vacancies Educational qualification
Application fee detailsCandidates must pay the examination fee and online processing charges while submitting the application form.
Steps to apply for UP PCS 2026Candidates can complete the application process by following these steps:Step 1: Complete the One Time Registration (O.T.R.) process on the UPPSC portal.Step 2: Generate and note the O.T.R. number.Step 3: Visit the UPPSC website and authenticate using the O.T.R. details.Step 4: Fill in personal, educational and other required information.Step 5: Pay the examination fee through the available online payment modes.Step 6: Submit the application form after verifying all details.Step 7: Download and keep a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.UP PCS 2026 selection processThe selection process will consist of multiple stages. Candidates will first appear for the Preliminary Examination. Those qualifying in the preliminary stage will move to the Main Written Examination.The final stages include the Interview, Document Verification and Medical Examination. Selection will be based on performance in the prescribed examination stages and fulfilment of eligibility requirements.
