The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has started the online application process for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026. The examination is an important qualifying stage for candidates seeking to appear in various Group C recruitment processes conducted through UPSSSC.

According to the notification details provided for Advt. No. 16-Exam/2026, the application window opened on August 3, 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications until September 1, 2026. The last date for payment of the examination fee is also September 1, while the correction window will remain available until September 8.

UPSSSC PET 2026 Dates

Candidates should keep the following dates in mind:

Event                                                    Date
Application Begins                          August 3, 2026
Last Date to Apply                          September 1, 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment              September 1, 2026
Correction Last Date                       September 8, 2026
Examination Date                           To be announced
Admit Card                                     Before the examination

The commission is expected to announce the examination schedule separately. Candidates should regularly check the official UPSSSC website for updates regarding the exam date and admit card.

Who Can Apply?

The basic educational qualification for UPSSSC PET 2026 is Class 10 or an equivalent qualification.

Candidates must have passed the High School/Class 10 examination from a recognised board. Those holding a higher educational qualification from a recognised university are also eligible to appear for the PET examination.

The PET is not a recruitment for a fixed number of posts. Instead, the examination serves as an eligibility or screening test for subsequent UPSSSC recruitment processes for various posts.

Age Limit

The age of candidates will be considered as on July 1, 2026.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old, while the maximum age limit is 40 years. Age relaxation for candidates belonging to reserved categories will be applicable according to the rules prescribed by UPSSSC and the Uttar Pradesh government.

Candidates should carefully verify their eligibility based on their date of birth and category before completing the application form.

Application Fee

The examination fee varies according to the candidate's category.

General/OBC: ₹185
SC/ST: ₹95
Persons with Disabilities (PwD): ₹25

Candidates can pay the applicable fee through online payment modes, including debit card, credit card and internet banking, along with other available payment options on the application portal.

PET Exam and Future Recruitment

The UPSSSC PET is significant because candidates generally need to qualify or obtain a valid PET score before participating in several recruitment processes conducted by the commission.

The PET score can therefore act as an initial screening mechanism for eligible candidates when UPSSSC announces subsequent Group C vacancies. Candidates should check the individual recruitment notification for each post, as additional educational qualifications and other eligibility conditions may apply.

The PET examination itself is listed as an online examination in the recruitment details provided.

How to Apply Online

Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements can apply online through the UPSSSC application portal.

Applicants should first read the official notification carefully and keep the required educational and personal documents ready. The application process involves entering personal details, educational information and other required particulars, followed by payment of the examination fee.

After submitting the form, candidates should download or save a copy of the completed application and payment confirmation for future reference.

The last date to submit the UPSSSC PET 2026 application is September 1, 2026. Candidates should complete the process before the deadline rather than waiting for the final day.

Official Website

Candidates should rely on the official UPSSSC website for the notification, application process, examination schedule, admit card and result-related updates.

The examination date has not yet been announced in the details provided. Any subsequent changes to the application schedule or examination process should be verified through the commission's official notification.