The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has issued UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026 - Out. Candidates can apply online until 25 June 2026. Total Vacancies: 929 Posts. Application Fee for General candidates is ₹ 25/-. Eligibility age criteria: 18 to 35 Years. Direct server links to apply, view merit list, and download syllabus PDF are available in the Direct Useful Links table below.
Crucial Advisory for Qualified Candidates
1. Keep at least 5 attested copies of your scorecard and application printout.
2. Category certificates (OBC-NCL, EWS) must belong to the financial year specified in the notification.
3. In case of name discrepancy between 10th marksheet and Aadhaar card, prepare an official notary affidavit before Document Verification.
Important Dates
- Online Apply Start Date 29 May 2026
- Online Apply Last Date 25 June 2026
- Last Date For Fee Payment 25 June 2026
- Exam Date 23 August 2026
- Exam City Details 14 August 2026
- Admit Card 19 August 2026
- Answer Key 24 August 2026 Available Now
- Result Date Will Be Updated Here Soon
Application Fee & Payment
- General, OBC, EWS ₹ 25/-
- SC / ST ₹ 25/-
- PH Candidates ₹ 25/-
Age Limit & Eligibility
- Age Calculated As On As on 01 August 2026
- Upper Age Relaxation As Per Government Norms
Total Vacancy Overview
Salary, Pay Scale & 7th CPC Allowances
Selected candidates for UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026 - Out receive remuneration as per the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix.
- Pay Matrix: Pay Level 10 / Grade Pay ₹ 5,400 (₹ 56,100 – ₹ 1,77,500/-)
- Basic Pay: ₹ 56,100/- per month
- Metro (X-City) In-Hand: ₹ 92,000/- (Class X Cities)
- State/Town (Y/Z City): ₹ 84,000/- (Class Y Cities)
- Allowances Included: Dearness Allowance (DA 50%), HRA (9%-27%), Transport Allowance (TA), NPS Contribution & Medical
| Post Name / Cadre | Department | Total Posts | Educational Qualification Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | General / Respective Cadre | 344 | |
| EWS | General / Respective Cadre | 62 | |
| OBC | General / Respective Cadre | 300 | |
| SC | General / Respective Cadre | 211 | |
| ST | General / Respective Cadre | 12 |
| Candidate Category | Permissible Age Relaxation | Mandatory Document / Verification Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer) | 3 Years | Must produce valid OBC-NCL certificate issued in prescribed format |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 Years | Applicable for all central and state reservations |
| PwBD / Divyangjan (General / Unreserved) | 10 Years | Minimum 40% permanent benchmark disability certificate needed |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 3 yrs OBC) |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 Years | Cumulative relaxation (10 yrs PwD + 5 yrs SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 3 Years + Service Rendered | Deduction of military service from actual age |
| Stage / Paper | Subjects & Question Distribution | Total Marks / Questions | Duration & Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier-I: Computer Based Test (CBT) | General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Qs), General Awareness (25 Qs), Quantitative Aptitude (25 Qs), English Comprehension (25 Qs) | 100 Questions / 200 Marks | 60 Minutes 0.50 Marks Negative per wrong response |
| Tier-II: Mains Written / Skill Test | Mathematical Abilities, Reasoning & General Intelligence, English Language & Comprehension, General Awareness & Computer Knowledge | 150 Questions / 390 Marks | 2 Hours 15 Minutes 1 Mark Negative for Section-I and Section-II |
| Data Entry / Typing Skill Test | Speed Typing / Data Entry Speed Assessment Test (Qualifying Nature) | Qualifying Only | 15 Minutes Error limit up to 5% - 7% |
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Check Result & Scorecard
- Visit the Official Portal: Open the authorized result web portal of Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC).
- Navigate to Examination Results Section: Look for the 'Results', 'Score Card', or 'Latest Announcements' tab on the homepage.
- Locate Result Link: Click on the link titled UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026 - Out.
- Enter Login Credentials: Input your Roll Number, Registration Number, and Date of Birth / Password as requested on the login screen.
- Submit and View Scorecard: Click the 'Submit' or 'Search' button. Your provisional marksheet, qualifying status, and sectional scores will appear on screen.
- Download & Save PDF: Download the official result scorecard PDF and take at least 2 clear printouts for Document Verification (DV) and subsequent selection rounds.
Mandatory Documents Checklist for Document Verification (DV)
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Check Answer Key Notice | Download PDF |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check Admit Card Notice | Download PDF |
| Download Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Check Exam City Notice | Download PDF |
| Download Eligibility Result | Click Here |
| Check Eligibility Result Notice | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Check Vacancy Increased & Date Extend Notice | Download PDF |
| Check Vacancy Increased Notice | Download PDF |
| Check Official Notification | Download PDF |
| UPSSSC Official Website | Click Here |
| Official Portal / Organization Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (Candidate FAQs)
UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026 - Out — Comprehensive Guide & Key Details
The declaration of UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026 - Out officially concludes the evaluation phase for all participating candidates. Issued by Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), this result scorecard establishes the merit benchmark and qualifying status for the current recruitment cycle. Candidates are advised to review the score validation and subsequent screening protocols outlined below.
1. Qualifying Criteria & Cutoff Score Structure
The qualifying cutoff marks are computed based on total applicant volume, vacancy ratios, normalized test difficulty, and reservation categories (UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwBD). Aspirants scoring above the category-specific cutoff are shortlisted for subsequent phases, such as Document Verification (DV), Physical Standards Test (PST/PET), or personal interview rounds.
2. Discrepancy Redressal & Scorecard Verification
Upon downloading your scorecard, carefully inspect all printed particulars including candidate name, roll number, category classification, normalized marks, and qualifying remark. Any clerical error or score omission must be formally reported to Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) within the official representation window with supporting registration receipts.
3. Tie-Breaking Criteria & Normalisation Formula Explanation
In cases where two or more candidates secure equal aggregate or normalized marks, standard recruitment resolution protocols are invoked in the following order of precedence:
- Domain/Technical Core Section Marks: Higher marks scored in the specialized or primary domain paper determine the higher position.
- Date of Birth (Seniority): The older candidate in age is assigned preferential ranking.
- Alphabetical Order: If ties persist, the alphabetical order of candidates' first names as registered on matriculation certificates decides final ranking.
4. Document Verification (DV) Checklist
Shortlisted candidates should prepare two sets of self-attested photocopies alongside original certificates:
- Original Class 10th (Matriculation) Certificate & Marksheet as age proof.
- Graduation, 12th, or technical diploma passing certificates and semester marksheets.
- Valid category/caste certificate (OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, ST) issued in the prescribed Central/State format.
- Government-issued photo identification (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Passport).
5. Official Helpdesk Representation & Corrigendum Tracking
Should the recruitment board issue any revised answer keys, revised cutoff percentiles, or vacancy revisions, an official corrigendum is uploaded on the official board website. Keep your application roll number safely preserved until the final appointment orders and joining letters are formally dispatched.
Next Step: Monitor NaukariResult.Online daily for real-time announcements regarding DV call letters, merit list updates, and final joining schedules.