The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission is a significant government body in Uttar Pradesh, India. Its primary responsibility lies in conducting diverse recruitment examinations and appointing candidates for civil services at the state level. Since its establishment on April 1, 1937, the UPPSC has played a vital role in upholding the efficiency and effectiveness of the state’s administrative machinery. Operating by the Constitution of India, the UPPSC operates autonomously to ensure impartial and transparent selection procedures.
The UPPSC conducts examinations for a wide range of administrative positions, including the prestigious Uttar Pradesh Provincial Civil Services (UPPCS) examination. It also conducts recruitment tests for other positions such as Sub Registrar, Assistant Prosecuting Officer (Transport), District Basik Shiksha Adhikari / Associate DIOS and Other equivalent administrative posts, District Administrative Office, District Audit Officer (Revenue Audit)
Assistant Controller Legal Measurement (Grade I) / Assistant Controller Legal Measurement (Grade II), etc.
220 vacancies have been announced by UPPSC in the UPPSC 2024 notification. It is crucial for aspiring candidates to thoroughly review the essential eligibility criteria before proceeding with the application process to ensure their suitability for the positions. Those eagerly anticipating the advertisement should carefully examine the UPPSC 2024 notification PDF, as it highlights notable updates such as the revised Mains exam pattern. To confirm their eligibility, candidates must diligently verify the eligibility criteria before filling out the application form.
Below are the essential highlights of UPPSC 2024
Particulars | Details |
Exam Name | UPPSC PCS and ACF/RFO |
UP PCS Full Form | Uttar Pradesh Public Civil Services |
Exam Level | State Government Job |
Application Mode | Online |
Exam Mode | Offline |
Language | English & Hindi |
Selection Process | Prelims, Mains, Interview |
Age Limit | 21 to 40 years |
Vacancy | 220 vacancies |
Exam Cities | Across Uttar Pradesh |
Official Website | Click here |
Helpdesk Exam No. | 0532 – 2407547; +91 – 8765973668 |
The examination dates for UPPSC 2024 have been provided below as announced:
Events | Date |
UPPSC PCS Notification released date | 1st January 2024 |
UPPSC PCS Application Form start date | 1st January 2024 |
UPPSC PCS Application Form end date | 2nd February 2024 |
UPPSC PCS Application Fee last date submission | 29th January 2024 |
UPPSC PCS Last Date for Correction in submitted On-line Application | 9th February 2024 |
UPPSC PCS Prelims Admit Card | 1st week of July |
UPPSC PCS Prelims Exam Date | 16th June 2024 |
UPPSC PCS Prelims Answer Key | 17th May 2023 |
UPPSC Mains Exam Date | 20 September 2024 |
UPPSC Mains Admit Card | Before Exams |
Main Exam Result Date | To be notified |
For the year 2023, the UPPSC PCS final result was released on January 23, 2024.
Both the educational requirements and the specified age limits must be met for a candidate to be eligible to take the exam.
The examination conducting body or board has established certain age restrictions for candidates appearing for the exam. Here are the details:
category | Age Relaxation | Maximum Age limit |
OBC | Age relaxation of 5 years | 43 years |
ST | Age relaxation of 5 years | 45 years |
SC | Age relaxation of 5 years | 45 years |
PwD | Age relaxation of 15 years | 55 years |
Group- ‘B’ posts for the Emergency Commissioned Officers / Short Service Commissioned Officers / Ex-Army Personnel with experience of 5 years | Age relaxation of 5 years | 45 years |
Skilled players of U.P. of Classified Games | Age relaxation of 5 years | 45 years |
State Govt. Employees of U.P. (including Teachers/Staff of Basic Shiksha Parishad and Govt. aided Madhyamik Vidyalayas) | Age relaxation of 5 years | 45 years |
Additionally, the board also conducts thorough physical measurements for candidates applying for specific positions. The following posts require a physical appearance assessment:
Category | Height | Chest (cm) | |
Unexpanded | Expanded | ||
For Female candidates only General, OBC, and SC | 165 | 84 | 89 |
For Male candidates only ST | 160 | 79 | 84 |
For Female candidates only General, OBC and SC | 152 | — | |
For Female candidates only ST | 147 | ||
Minimum weight for female candidates of all category | 40 kg |
Category | Height | Chest (cm) | |
Unexpanded | Expanded | ||
For Male candidates | 165 | 84 | 89 |
For Female candidates | 150 | 79 | 84 |
For the candidates of ST and Male Candidates of Kumayun and Gadhwal Divisions. | 160 | 84 | 89 |
Category | Height | Chest (cm) | |
Unexpanded | Expanded | ||
For All candidates | 168 | 81.3 cm | 86.3 cm |
For candidates of kumayun and Gadhwal Divisions | 163 |
Category | Height | Chest (cm) | |
Unexpanded | Expanded | ||
For Male candidates | 167 | 81.2 cm | 86.2 cm |
For Female Candidates (SC/ST) | 147 | — | |
For other female candidates | 152 |
Category | Height | Chest (cm) | |
Unexpanded | Expanded | ||
For Male candidates | 168 | 81.3 cm | 86.3 cm |
For Male candidates of ST | 160 | ||
For Female Candidates | 152 | Weight 45 to 58 kg | |
For Female candidates of ST | 147 |
To be eligible for the PCS examination, candidates must meet the educational qualifications listed below. Please note that only eligible candidates will receive UPPSC admit cards.
In addition to the aforementioned requirements, certain posts have specific criteria. Candidates’ CGPA or percentage is not a determining factor, but they must hold an undergraduate (UG) or postgraduate (PG) degree in the relevant field.
Please keep in mind the above educational qualifications when applying for the PCS examination:
Post | Required Educational Qualification |
Statistical Officer, under U.P. Agriculture service grade- 2 section-C | The candidate must hold a postgraduate degree in Mathematics/ Mathematical Statistics/ Statistics or Agricultural Statistics from a university recognised by Law in India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government. |
Sub Registrar | Law Graduate |
Assistant Controller Legal Measurement (Grade-II) | Assistant Controller Legal Measurement (Grade II) |
Management Officer /Manager (Estate Department) | Diploma/bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management and Catering Technology from a University established by law in India. |
Assistant Director of Industries (Handloom) | Postgraduate in Arts, Science or Commerce or Technology OR Bachelor Degree in Textile |
Before initiating the application process, candidates must review the official advertisement, which will encompass comprehensive information about the examination. Additionally, they should carefully examine the instructions for completing the online form. To commence the procedure, simply click on the “Apply” button and follow the steps outlined below:
Step 1: Registration
Step 2: Payment of Application Fee
Category-wise List | Fee Structure |
Freedom Fighters/ Women | In case of their original category/ details |
General/ OBC/ Economically Weaker Sections | Exam fee Rs. 100/- + Online processing fee Rs. 25/-, Total = Rs. 125/- |
SC/ST | Exam fee Rs. 40/- + On-line processing fee Rs. 25/-, Total = Rs. 65/- |
Varies “Abled Person” | Exam fee NIL On-line processing fee Rs. 25/- Total = Rs. 25/- |
Ex-Serviceman | Exam fee Rs. 40/- + On-line processing fee Rs. 25/- Total = Rs. 65/- |
Step 3: Application Process
Candidates are provided with a single opportunity to rectify any errors in the submitted application form. Modifications can be made for details other than the fundamental credentials.
The following steps outline the process:
The UPPSC Prelims Admit Card for the UPPSC Provincial Civil Service (PCS) exam in 2024 has not been officially published on the organization’s website.
You can find the updated direct link to download the UPPSC admit card below:
To successfully download the UPPSC admit card, candidates are required to follow a step-by-step process. Please follow the instructions provided below:
By following these steps, the candidate will be able to successfully download your UPPSC admit card for the year 2024.
Agra | Ghaziabad | Meerut |
Aligarh | Gorakhpur | Mirzapur |
Ayodhya | Jaunpur | Moradabad |
Azamgarh | Jhansi | Prayagraj |
Barabanki | Kanpur Nagar | Rae Bareli |
Bareilly | Lucknow | Sitapur |
Gautam Buddha Nagar | Mathura | Varanasi |
To assess candidates thoroughly, the UPPSC PCS Exam is structured into three distinct stages:
The PCS Prelims Exam acts as a filtering mechanism to identify eligible candidates. It includes two papers, Paper 1 and Paper 2, consisting of multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Each paper is worth 200 marks.
Particulars | Details |
Name of Exam | UPPSC (PCS & ACF/ RFO) Preliminary Exam |
No. of Papers (2) | Paper 1 – General Studies, Paper 2 – General Studies 2 (CSAT) |
Duration of Exam | Two hours for each paper |
Maximum Marks | 200 marks each |
Number of Questions | Paper 1: 150 questions & Paper 2: 100 questions |
Nature of Questions | MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions) |
Exam Type | Offline using OMR sheets (Pen-paper) |
Candidates who qualify in the PCS Prelims Exam proceed to the Mains Exam, which plays a crucial role in the final selection. The Mains Exam consists of eight descriptive papers, carrying a total weightage of 1500 marks. Two notable changes have been introduced in the UPPSC Main Exam pattern:
The interview is the last round of the UPPSC Exam. Candidates who clear the Mains Exam are invited for a personal interview, which carries a weightage of 100 marks. The interview is conducted by an impartial board appointed by UPPSC.
PAPER | SYLLABUS |
Prelims Syllabus Paper 1 | ● National and International Current Affairs ● Ancient, Medieval and Modern Indian History ● Physical, Social and Economic Geography- India and the World. ● Indian Governance- Polity, Economy and Culture ● Social and Economic Development ● General Science ● Biodiversity, Climate Change and, Environmental Ecology |
Prelims Syllabus Paper 2- Civil Service Aptitude Test | ● Communication and Interpersonal Skills ● Comprehension ● Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability ● Problem Solving and Decision Making ● Elementary Mathematics (up to Class X) ● General English (up to Class-X) ● General Hindi (up to Class-X) ● General Mental Ability |
Students who pass the preliminary exams proceed to the Mains, comprising eight descriptive-type papers. The initial paper, worth 150 marks, focuses on General Hindi, while the second paper, also worth 150 marks, involves Essays. The subsequent four papers, each worth 200 marks, cover General Studies, and the final two papers, each worth 200 marks, allow students to choose optional subjects.
PAPER | SUBJECT | SYLLABUS |
Paper 1 | General Hindi | ● Vilom Shabd ● Muhavrein & Lokoktiyaan ● Ashuddhiyaan, Anek ke ek shabd ● Patra Lekhan ● Taar lekhan, others. |
Paper 2 | Essay | Students have to write three essays in about 700 words each in this paper, choosing one topic from each of the three sections. ● Section-A: Literature and Culture/ Social Sphere/ Political Sphere. ● Section-B: Science, Environment, and Technology/ Economic Sphere/ Agriculture, Industry, and Trade. ● Section-C: National and International Events/ National Calamities- Earthquake, Landslide, others/ National Development Programs and Projects. |
Paper 3 | General Studies I | ● Modern Indian History ● Ancient, Medieval, and Modern History of Indian Culture ● Salient Features of Indian Culture and Society ● Indian Freedom Struggle ● Post-Independence consolidation and reorganisation of India (till 1965) ● World History from 18th Century to mid 20th Century ● Role of Women in Society and their populations, organisation, and related issues, poverty, development, urbanisation ● Liberalisation, Globalization, and Privatization ● Social empowerment, Regionalism, Secularism, and Communalism ● Distribution of important natural resources of the world and factors responsible for the location of the industries with special reference to India ● Salient Features of Physical Geography ● Oceanic Resources of India ● The human migration-refugee problem in the world with a special focus on India ● Boundaries and frontiers of the Indian sub-continent ● Population and Settlement ● Historical knowledge of Uttar Pradesh ● Geographical Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh |
Paper 4 | General Studies II | ● Food Processing and related industries in India ● Economic Planning in India ● Poverty, Unemployment, Social Justice and Inclusive Growth ● Government Budgets and Financial System ● Major Crops, Irrigation, and Agriculture ● Farm Subsidies ● Land Reforms since Independence ● Liberalisation and Globalization ● Infrastructure ● Science and Technology including ICT ● Environment and Ecosystem ● Disaster mitigation and management ● International and Internal Security ● Security forces and organisations of India ● The Economy of Uttar Pradesh ● Horticulture, Forestry, and Animal Husbandry ● Law and Order (special reference to UP) |
Paper 5 | General Studies III | ● Food Processing and related industries in India ● Economic Planning in India ● Poverty, Unemployment, Social Justice and Inclusive Growth ● Government Budgets and Financial System ● Major Crops, Irrigation, and Agriculture ● Farm Subsidies ● Land Reforms since Independence ● Liberalisation and Globalization ● Infrastructure ● Science and Technology including ICT ● Environment and Ecosystem ● Disaster mitigation and management ● International and Internal Security ● Security forces and organisations in India ● The Economy of Uttar Pradesh ● Horticulture, Forestry, and Animal Husbandry ● Law and Order (special reference to UP) |
Paper 6 | General Studies IV (Ethics) | ● Ethics and Human Interface ● Attitude ● Emotional Intelligence ● Contributions of moral thinkers ● Civil Service values and ethics ● Probity in Governance |
Paper 7-8 | Optional Papers (I-II) | ● Law ● Botany ● Agriculture ● Mechanical Engineering ● Electrical Engineering ● Civil Engineering ● Animal Husbandry ● Chemistry ● Medical Science ● Psychology ● Zoology ● Physics and Veterinary Science ● Mathematics ● Statistics ● Urdu Literature ● Hindi Literature ● Sanskrit Literature ● English Literature ● Management ● Geography ● Economics ● Political Science ● Sociology ● Philosophy ● History ● Public Administration ● Geology ● Anthropology ● Commerce |
Successful candidates are required to travel to Prayagraj for the in-person interview. The interview does not follow a specific syllabus; however, significant attention is placed on the optional subject chosen by the candidate. To prepare effectively for the interview, it is advisable to remain well-informed about current affairs, as well as the history, politics, and geography of both your state and, more importantly, your local area.
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) will declare the results after the completion of the preliminary examination. Candidates who qualify for the preliminary exam will proceed to the main exam. The result of the main exam will be published after its completion. Only the shortlisted candidates from the UPPSC mains exam will be invited for the final stage of the selection process, which is the interview round.
The UPPSC PCS Result is compiled by taking into account several factors, including:
Candidates with the highest marks will be ranked at the top of the merit list, while those with the lowest marks will be placed at the bottom. The selection of candidates for UPPSC jobs follows a ratio of 13 times the total number of vacancies.
The same process is repeated for the main exam, but the selection ratio changes to twice the total number of vacancies.
To check the UPPSC PCS Result, candidates should follow these steps:
The UPPSC PCS Result merit list 2024 will contain the following details about the candidates:
The cut-off marks for UPPSC PCS 2024 are provided below, categorized according to different groups:
Expected Cut-off Marks for UPPSC PCS 2024.
Category | Marks |
General | 120-128 |
OBC | 120-128 |
SC | 105-112 |
ST | 100-108 |
The salary structure for the Upper Subordinate Services in UPPSC is well-organized, with a clear distinction between Junior and Senior pay scales. Additionally, there are several other distinct positions available. Among the Group ‘B’ Gazetted Officers, we have the Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF) and the Range Forest Officer (RFO). Here is the revised UPPSC PCS pay scale for these roles, providing details about the pay matrix and grade pay associated with each position:
Post Name | UPPSC Pay Scale | UPPSC Pay Matrix | UPPSC Grade Pay |
PCS (Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services) | Junior Scale Pay Band: ₹ 9300-34800 Senior Time Scale Pay Band: ₹15600-39100 | – | ₹ 4600 ₹ 5400 |
Assistant Conservator of Forest | ₹ 15600/- to ₹ 39100/- | Level 10 | ₹ 5400/- |
Range Forest Officer | ₹ 9300/- to ₹ 34800/- | Level 8 | ₹ 4800/- |
In addition to the attractive UPPSC salary, PCS Officers are entitled to a wide range of benefits and allowances. As esteemed civil servants of the state, these employees enjoy numerous facilities, including a mobile allowance, travel allowance, coverage of basic utility bills, and various other similar benefits. To assist candidates in understanding the complete spectrum of perks and allowances provided by the UPPSC, we have compiled a comprehensive list below:
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The UPPSC Exam is an annual state-level PCS (Provincial Civil Service) examination conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission. Its purpose is to recruit civil servants through a competitive selection process. Successful candidates are appointed to various gazetted posts, including Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Block Development Officer (BDO), and other Group A positions.
The UPPSC notification for the PCS Prelims 2024 exam was released on 1st January 2024. The notification contains detailed information about the exam, such as eligibility criteria, application form, application fee, exam pattern, syllabus, and more.
The UPPSC exam date for 2024 is specified in the exam calendar.
UPPSC has introduced changes to the UPPSC 2024 exam pattern for the Mains stage, while the Prelims pattern remains the same. The optional subjects in the UPPSC Mains exam have been replaced with two Uttar Pradesh general studies papers. The marking scheme and other aspects remain unchanged.
For the successful submission of the UPPSC Application Form 2024, individuals are advised to visit the UPPSC’s official website.
Here are the steps to fill out the UPPSC PCS 2024 application form:
a. Visit the official UPPSC website and click on the registration tab on the homepage.
b. Register by providing the necessary details and then complete the application form.
c. Upload all the required documents as per the provided specifications.
d. Pay the application fee and take a printout of the UPPSC PCS 2024 application form for future reference.
The UPPSC 2024 Syllabus is released by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC). The UPPSC PCS exam syllabus encompasses three distinct stages: Prelims, Mains, and Interviews. The Prelims examination is designed with objective-type questions, whereas the Mains examination requires descriptive answers. The important topics and subjects covered in the UPPSC syllabus include Polity, Geography, Reasoning, Economy, Current Affairs, Indian History and National Movement, Nationalism, and more.
The number of vacancies for the UPPSC PCS 2024 exam is announced along with the notification. The UPPSC has released a total of 220 vacancies. The UPPSC notification PDF provides detailed information on the distribution of vacancies based on posts and categories.
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