The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has officially announced the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Examination, commonly known as UPPSC PCS 2025. This recruitment drive aims to fill 200 vacancies across various esteemed positions within the state administration. Aspiring candidates seeking a challenging and rewarding career in civil services should seize this opportunity. Below is a comprehensive guide covering essential details about the UPPSC PCS 2025 recruitment process.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: February 20, 2025
- Application Start Date: February 20, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: March 24, 2025
- Application Correction Window: Up to April 2, 2025
- Preliminary Examination Date: October 12, 2025
Vacancy Details
The UPPSC PCS 2025 examination offers a total of 200 vacancies, a slight decrease from the previous year’s 220 positions. These vacancies encompass a range of administrative roles, including:
- Deputy Collector
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
- Block Development Officer
- Assistant Commissioner
- District Commandant Home Guards
- Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF)
- Range Forest Officer (RFO)
Additionally, there are 10 vacancies specifically for the positions of Assistant Conservator of Forest and Range Forest Officer.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years of age as of July 1, 2025. This implies that applicants should have been born between July 2, 1985, and July 1, 2004. Age relaxations are applicable as per Uttar Pradesh government norms for reserved categories.
Educational Qualifications
The educational requirements vary based on the specific post applied for. A general overview is as follows:
- Deputy Collector/Police Officer: Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university.
- Assistant Conservator of Forest: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Engineering, Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, or related fields.
- Range Forest Officer: Bachelor’s Degree with at least two subjects like Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, etc.
- Food Safety Officer: Bachelor’s in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Agriculture, Medicine, or equivalent.
- District Administrative Officer: Post-graduate in any discipline or Bachelor’s in Law.
- Labour Enforcement Officer: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Law, or Social Work.
- Statistical Officer: Post-Graduate in Statistics, Mathematics, or Commerce.
- District Audit Officer: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce.
- Assistant Prosecution Officer: Law Graduate with working knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script.
- Technical Assistant (Geology): Post-Graduate in Geology.
Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for detailed educational qualifications specific to each post.
Application Process
The application process for UPPSC PCS 2025 is entirely online. Candidates must complete a One-Time Registration (OTR) before proceeding with the application. Applications without an OTR number will not be accepted.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the Official Website: Navigate to uppsc.up.nic.in.
- Complete OTR: If not already done, complete the One-Time Registration process.
- Authenticate with OTR: Use your OTR number to log in and access the application form.
- Fill Application Form: Provide personal, educational, and communication details as required.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, including photographs and signatures, in the prescribed format.
- Pay Application Fee: The fee can be paid online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or other available options.
- Submit Application: Review all entered information carefully before final submission.
- Print Application: After submission, print a copy of the application form for future reference.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹125 (Exam Fee ₹100 + Online Processing Fee ₹25)
- SC/ST: ₹65 (Exam Fee ₹40 + Online Processing Fee ₹25)
- PWD: ₹25 (Only Online Processing Fee)
- Ex-Servicemen: ₹65 (Exam Fee ₹40 + Online Processing Fee ₹25)
- Dependents of Freedom Fighters/Women/Skilled Players: As per their original category
For candidates who qualify for the Main Examination, additional fees will be applicable as per their category.
Selection Process
The selection process for UPPSC PCS 2025 comprises the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination: Objective type exam serving as a qualifying stage.
- Main Examination: Descriptive type exam for candidates who clear the prelims.
- Interview: Personal interview assessing the candidate’s suitability for the role.
- Physical Test: Applicable for specific posts like ACF and RFO
Stay Tuned for more updates!
By – Jyothi
