Direct Recruitment for 1,784 Combined Lower Subordinate Services (Intermediate Level) Posts Across UP State Departments
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released the official recruitment notification (Advertisement No. 26-Exam/2026) for the Combined Lower Subordinate Services (Intermediate Level) Main Examination (PET-2025)/26. This flagship recruitment drive aims to fill 1,784 sanctioned vacancies across multiple prestigious state departments including the State Tax Department, Board of Revenue, Medical & Health Services, Panchayati Raj, Social Welfare, and Prison Administration.
Key cadres announced under this recruitment include Commercial Tax Collection Amin (वाणिज्य कर संग्रह अमीन), Land Acquisition Amin (भूमि अध्याप्ति अमीन), Store Keeper & Clerk (भंडारपाल एवं कनिष्ठ लिपिक), Gram Panchayat Adhikari (ग्राम पंचायत अधिकारी / VPO), Village Development Officer (ग्राम विकास अधिकारी / VDO - Social Welfare), Social Welfare Supervisor, House Mother (Grihmata), Tabulator (सारणीयक), Farm Clerk, and Salesman (बिक्रीकर्ता).
Online registration commences on 10 November 2026 and the closing date to apply and pay the processing fee is 01 December 2026. Candidates can modify submitted forms until 08 December 2026. Applicants who appeared in the UPSSSC PET 2025 and hold a valid scorecard with positive normalized marks, along with an Intermediate (10+2) qualification from a recognized board (plus NIELIT CCC where prescribed), can submit their applications online directly at upsssc.gov.in.
UPSSSC Inter Level Recruitment 2026: Quick Summary
- Recruiting Commission: Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow.
- Advertisement Number: 26-Exam/2026 (Combined Lower Subordinate Main Exam - PET 2025).
- Total Vacancies: 1,784 Posts across 11 Distinct Cadres.
- Mandatory Eligibility: 10+2 (Intermediate) Pass + Valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Scorecard (CCC Certificate for VDO/VPO/Supervisor).
- Online Application Period: 10 November 2026 to 01 December 2026.
- Correction Deadline: 08 December 2026.
- Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026): 18 to 40 Years (Up to 45 Years for UP SC/ST/OBC).
- Application Processing Fee: ₹25/- for all categories (Shortlisting Stage).
- Pay Matrix Band (7th CPC): Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) to Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100).
- Selection Stages: PET 2025 Score Shortlisting → Main Written Exam → Typing Test (for Clerks) → DV & Medical.
UPSSSC Inter Level Recruitment 2026: Official Overview
| Recruiting Commission | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Official Advertisement No. | 26-Exam/2026, Lucknow, dated 16.10.2026 |
| Examination Title | Combined Lower Subordinate Services (Intermediate Level) Main Examination (PET-2025)/26 |
| Participating Departments | State Tax, Board of Revenue, Medical & Health, Panchayati Raj, Social Welfare, Prison Dept, Tribal Dev, Consolidation |
| Total Vacancies Advertised | 1,784 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online via UPSSSC Official Portal (upsssc.gov.in) |
| Registration Commencement Date | 10 November 2026 |
| Closing Date for Application & Fee | 01 December 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Deadline | 08 December 2026 |
| Mandatory Screening Gateway | Valid Scorecard of UPSSSC PET 2025 |
| Pay Scale (7th CPC Matrix) | Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) to Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) |
| Job Placement | Various District Collectorates, Commissionerates & Field Offices across Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC Inter Level Recruitment 2026: Important Dates & Deadlines
Candidates must carefully record all crucial milestones regarding notification release, online submission, payment, and form correction:
| Event / Milestone | Prescribed Date | Current Status / Note |
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date (Advt 26-Exam/2026) | 16 October 2026 | Published |
| Online Application Form & Fee Submission Starts | 10 November 2026 | Upcoming Window |
| Closing Date to Apply Online & Pay Processing Fee | 01 December 2026 | Crucial Last Date |
| Last Date for Online Application Form Modification / Correction | 08 December 2026 | Correction Portal Active |
| Mains Examination Shortlisting Cut-Off Release | To Be Announced | Based on PET-2025 Normalised Score |
| Main Written Examination Date | To Be Announced Later | Separate Admit Cards via upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC Inter Level Vacancy Details: Department-Wise & Post-Wise Breakdown
A total of 1,784 vacancies have been sanctioned under the Combined Lower Subordinate Services (Intermediate Level) Examination across 8 major administrative wings of the Uttar Pradesh Government. The post-wise allocation and pay levels are summarized below:
| S.No. | Department / Directorate | Post Name (Designation) | Pay Matrix (7th CPC) | Key Qualification Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | State Tax Commissioner Office, UP | Commercial Tax Collection Amin (वाणिज्य कर संग्रह अमीन) | Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) | 10+2 Intermediate from UP Board or equivalent |
| 2 | Land Acquisition Directorate, Board of Revenue | Land Acquisition Amin (भूमि अध्याप्ति अमीन) | Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) | 10+2 Pass (Preference for Lekhpal training) |
| 3 | Medical & Health Services Directorate, UP | Store Keeper (भंडारपाल - General Selection) | Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) | 10+2 Intermediate or equivalent |
| 4 | Medical & Health Services Directorate, UP | Junior Clerk (कनिष्ठ लिपिक - Special Selection) | Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) | 10+2 Pass + Hindi/English Typing Proficiency |
| 5 | Directorate of Tribal Development, UP | House Mother (Grihmata / गृहमाता) | Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) | 10+2 Intermediate or equivalent |
| 6 | Office of Consolidation Commissioner, UP | Tabulator (Saraniyak / सारणीयक) | Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) | 10+2 Intermediate with Mathematics / Statistics |
| 7 | Social Welfare Department Directorate, UP | Social Welfare Supervisor (समाज कल्याण पर्यवेक्षक) | Level-4 (₹25,500 – ₹81,100) | 10+2 Intermediate + NIELIT CCC Computer Certificate |
| 8 | Social Welfare Department Directorate, UP | Village Development Officer (VDO - Social Welfare) | Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) | 10+2 Intermediate + NIELIT CCC Computer Certificate |
| 9 | Panchayati Raj Directorate, UP | Gram Panchayat Adhikari (ग्राम पंचायत अधिकारी / VPO) | Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) | 10+2 Intermediate + NIELIT CCC Certificate |
| 10 | Prison Administration & Reform Services, UP | Farm Clerk (फार्म लिपिक) | Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) | 10+2 Pass + 3 Yrs Agricultural Experience + Hindi knowledge |
| 11 | Prison Administration & Reform Services, UP | Salesman (Bikri Karta / बिक्रीकर्ता) | Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) | 10+2 Pass + 3 Yrs Commercial Sales Experience + Hindi |
| Total Sanctioned Intermediate Level Posts | 1,784 Posts | |||
UPSSSC Inter Level Eligibility Criteria 2026: Educational & Technical Mandate
To apply for any of the 1,784 Combined Lower Subordinate posts, candidates must satisfy three fundamental eligibility conditions:
1. UPSSSC PET 2025 Score
Candidates must have appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025) and possess a valid scorecard issued by UPSSSC with a normalized score greater than zero. Candidates with zero or negative marks are ineligible.
2. Intermediate (10+2) Pass
Must have passed the Intermediate Examination (10+2) of the Board of High School and Intermediate Education, Uttar Pradesh, or an examination recognized by the Government as equivalent thereto, on or before 01 December 2026.
3. CCC / Post-Specific Skills
For Gram Panchayat Adhikari (VPO), VDO, and Social Welfare Supervisor posts, possessing a CCC Certificate in Computer Concept issued by DOEACC / NIELIT is mandatory. Clerk posts require standard Hindi/English typing speed.
Adhimani Arhata / Preferential Qualifications (अधिमानी अर्हता):
In case of equal marks in the Main Examination merit list, direct preference will be accorded to candidates who: (1) Served in the Territorial Army (प्रादेशिक सेना) for a minimum period of two years; OR (2) Hold a National Cadet Corps (NCC) 'B' Certificate; OR (3) Possess an authentic Rural Background (specifically for Gram Panchayat Adhikari cadre).
UPSSSC Inter Level Age Limit & Category-Wise Relaxations
The decisive cut-off date for calculating the candidate's age is 01 July 2026. Candidates must have attained the age of 18 years and must not have exceeded 40 years as on this date. Upper age limit relaxations apply as per Uttar Pradesh Government Personnel Department orders:
| Candidate Category | Minimum Age | Upper Age Limit | Permissible Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) / EWS Candidates (UP Domicile) | 18 Years | 40 Years | Standard general age limit |
| Candidates Domiciled in Other States / UTs | 18 Years | 40 Years | Treated under Open General Category |
| OBC / SC / ST Candidates of Uttar Pradesh | 18 Years | 45 Years | +5 Years relaxation under UP State rules |
| Skilled Sports Persons of Uttar Pradesh | 18 Years | 45 Years | +5 Years relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) of Uttar Pradesh | 18 Years | 43 Years + Service | 3 Years after deducting military service |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (Divyangjan - UP) | 18 Years | 55 Years | +15 Years relaxation as per PwD norms |
UPSSSC Inter Level Application Fee & Payment Procedure
In accordance with UPSSSC guidelines, all candidates applying for the preliminary shortlisting stage are charged a nominal online processing fee of ₹25/-. The separate Main Examination fee will be collected only from candidates shortlisted for the Mains Exam:
| Candidate Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total Payable Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) / Other States Candidates | ₹0/- (Exempt) | ₹25/- | ₹25/- |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) of UP | ₹0/- (Exempt) | ₹25/- | ₹25/- |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer) of UP | ₹0/- (Exempt) | ₹25/- | ₹25/- |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) of UP | ₹0/- (Exempt) | ₹25/- | ₹25/- |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) of UP | ₹0/- (Exempt) | ₹25/- | ₹25/- |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (Divyangjan) | ₹0/- (Exempt) | ₹25/- | ₹25/- |
* Payment can be made online through State Bank of India (SBI) e-Pay gateway via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.
UPSSSC Inter Level Selection Process 2026: 4 Structured Stages
The selection of candidates for the 1,784 Combined Lower Subordinate Intermediate Level vacancies is executed through a transparent multi-tiered process:
Stage 1: PET 2025 Score Shortlisting
The Commission shortlists eligible applicants for the Main Written Examination based on their UPSSSC PET 2025 Normalised Score. As per convention, candidates up to 15 times the category-wise vacancies (taking all equal cut-off scorers) are shortlisted.
Stage 2: Main Written Examination
Shortlisted candidates appear for the comprehensive objective-type Main Written Examination of 100 marks covering General Hindi, General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Knowledge & UP Special GK, and Computer / Digital Concepts.
Stage 3: Typing / Skill Test (Where Applicable)
Candidates who opted for ministerial clerical cadres (Store Keeper & Junior Clerk) must qualify for the qualifying computer typing test in Hindi (25 WPM) and English (30 WPM) on designated software layouts.
Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical
Candidates qualifying in the written examination merit list are invited to the UPSSSC office in Lucknow for physical verification of original 10+2 mark sheets, NIELIT CCC certificates, PET scorecards, and UP caste/domicile documents.
UPSSSC Inter Level Main Exam Pattern & Marks Distribution
The Combined Lower Subordinate Services (Intermediate Level) Main Examination comprises 100 objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs) for a total of 100 marks. The total exam duration is 120 minutes (2 hours). Negative marking of 0.25 marks (25%) is applicable for every incorrect answer:
| Subject / Section | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Syllabus Scope & Focus Areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Hindi & Drafting Ability (सामान्य हिंदी एवं लेखन योग्यता) | 30 | 30 | Sandhi, Samas, Ras, Chhand, Alankar, Vilom, Paryayvachi, Muhavare, Vakyansh, Apathit Gadyansh, Letter Writing basics |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning (सामान्य बुद्धि परीक्षण) | 20 | 20 | Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Analogies, Syllogisms, Non-Verbal classification, Matrix |
| General Knowledge & UP Special Awareness (सामान्य ज्ञान एवं उप्र विशेष) | 35 | 35 | Indian History, Polity, Geography, Economy, General Science, Current Affairs, UP History, Geography, Culture, Agriculture & Schemes |
| Computer & Information Technology Concepts (कंप्यूटर एवं सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी) | 15 | 15 | Hardware, Software, MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint), Internet, Email, Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence & E-Governance in UP |
| Total Examination Structure | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours) | Negative Marking: 1/4th (0.25 Mark) |
How to Apply Online for UPSSSC Inter Level Recruitment 2026: Step-by-Step
Candidates must register their application on the official UPSSSC portal between 10 November and 01 December 2026. Follow these exact steps:
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Visit UPSSSC Web Portal: Access the official Commission portal at upsssc.gov.in and navigate to the "Live Advertisement" dashboard.
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Applicant Authentication via PET-2025: Click on "Apply Online for Advt. No. 26-Exam/2026". Select your authentication mode: either Through Personal Details (PET-2025 Registration Number, DOB, Gender, Domicile, Category) OR Through OTP (sent to registered mobile/email).
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Review Auto-Fetched Profile Data: Your personal details, communication address, photograph, and signature from your PET-2025 profile will automatically load. Review all details carefully.
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Enter Post-Specific Educational & CCC Details: Enter your Intermediate (10+2) board name, roll number, year of passing, and total/obtained marks. If applying for VDO, VPO, or Social Welfare Supervisor posts, input your NIELIT CCC Certificate Number, issuance date, and issuing institute.
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Remit Application Processing Fee (₹25/-): Proceed to the SBI e-Pay payment gateway. Pay the uniform application processing fee of ₹25/- using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI. Ensure transaction status updates to "Success".
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Final Form Submission & Printout: Click on "Submit Application". Download and take a physical printout of the 11-digit application confirmation form (DU Number and Registration Slip) for record and future document verification.
UPSSSC Inter Level Salary Structure & Pay Matrix (7th CPC)
Candidates appointed under this recruitment will be designated in Pay Matrix Level-2 to Level-4 of the Uttar Pradesh Revised Pay Rules (7th CPC), entitled to statutory state government allowances:
| Pay Matrix Level | Designated Posts | Basic Pay Scale | Estimated Gross In-Hand Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pay Level-2 | Store Keeper, Junior Clerk, Grihmata, Tabulator, Farm Clerk, Salesman | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 | Approx. ₹28,500 – ₹32,000 / month |
| Pay Level-3 | Commercial Tax Collection Amin, Land Acquisition Amin, VDO, Gram Panchayat Adhikari (VPO) | ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 | Approx. ₹31,000 – ₹35,500 / month |
| Pay Level-4 | Social Welfare Supervisor (समाज कल्याण पर्यवेक्षक) | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | Approx. ₹36,500 – ₹41,000 / month |
* Gross monthly salary includes Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA at prevailing state rate of 50%), House Rent Allowance (HRA depending on City Category X, Y, Z), Travel Allowance, and New Pension Scheme (NPS / UPS) benefits.
Crucial Instructions for Applicants (Advt 26-Exam/2026)
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