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Last Date: 24 June 2026
UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 Online Form
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released an official notification inviting online applications for the Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) Main Examination under Advertisement No. 08-Exam/2026.
Recruitment Snapshot
UPSSSC Abkari Sipahi 2026 Key Insights
- A total of 722 vacancies are announced, consisting of 612 posts under General Selection and 110 posts under Special Selection for the Office of the Excise Commissioner, UP, Prayagraj.
- Only candidates who have validly appeared in the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET 2025) and received a positive, non-zero normalized score card are eligible to apply.
- Candidates will be shortlisted for the written examination at a ratio of 15 times the category-wise vacancies based on their PET 2025 normalized scores.
- Selection incorporates a 100-mark written exam followed by standard physical measurement and endurance criteria that function as qualifying blocks.
Important Dates
| Event Heading | Official Schedule |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification Publication | 06-04-2026 |
| Commencement of Online Form & Fee Submission | 04-06-2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application & Fee Deposition | 24-06-2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction & Bank Reconciliation | 01-07-2026 |
| Written Main Examination Date | To be announced later by UPSSSC |
Note: Printouts of submitted applications can only be retrieved after successful fee reconciliation with banks, which must be completed latest by 01 July 2026.
Application Processing Fee
| Candidate Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total Fee Payable |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved / General | Rs. 00 | Rs. 25/- | Rs. 25/- |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | Rs. 00 | Rs. 25/- | Rs. 25/- |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | Rs. 00 | Rs. 25/- | Rs. 25/- |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Rs. 00 | Rs. 25/- | Rs. 25/- |
Note: Horizontal reservation categories (Dependents of Freedom Fighters, Ex-Servicemen, Women, Outstanding Sports Persons) shall pay processing fees as per their primary vertical category. Shortlisted candidates must pay a separate Main Examination fee prior to downloading their admit cards.
Vacancy Breakdown
Regular vacancies across all structural divisions.
Targeted recruitment rows.
Pay Range: Rs. 19,900/- to Rs. 63,200/-
Category-wise Vertical Distribution (General Selection)
| Post Title | Unreserved | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total Posts | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) | 246 | 128 | 12 | 165 | 61 | 612 | Permanent / Temporary |
Category-wise Vertical Distribution (Special Selection)
| Post Title | Unreserved | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total Posts | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excise Constable (Special Selection) | 00 | 46 | 14 | 50 | 00 | 110 | Permanent / Temporary |
Horizontal Reservation Data
| Recruitment Type | DFF | Ex-Servicemen | Women | Outstanding Sports Persons | PwD (Divyangjan) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Selection (612 Posts) | 12 | 30 | 122 | 12 | Not suitable for PwD posts |
| Special Selection (110 Posts) | 02 | 05 | 22 | 02 | Not suitable for PwD posts |
Eligibility & Educational Qualification
| Requirement Area | Mandatory Educational & Registration Criteria |
|---|---|
| Primary Eligibility Registration | Must have participated in the UPSSSC PET 2025 scoring module and possess a non-zero, active registration layout scorecard. |
| Educational Credentials | Must have passed the Intermediate (Class 12) examination from the Board of High School and Intermediate Education, Uttar Pradesh, or an equivalent examination recognized by the Government. |
| Preferential Qualifications (Adhimani) | Preference will be given in cases of matching final marks to candidates who have: 1. Served in the Territorial Army for a minimum period of two years, OR 2. Obtained a National Cadet Corps (NCC) 'B' certificate. |
Physical Standards & Endurance Criteria
Physical Measurement Requirements (Qualifying Nature)
| Gender Category | Measurement Feature | Mandatory Physical Standard Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Male Candidates | Height Criteria | Minimum 167.6 cm |
| Chest Parameter | Minimum 80.0 cm (Without expansion) and Minimum 85.0 cm (With expansion) | |
| Female Candidates | Minimum Weight | Minimum 45.0 Kilograms |
| Height (General / OBC / SC) | Minimum 152.0 cm | |
| Height (ST Category) | Minimum 147.0 cm |
Physical Efficiency Test (Endurance Running)
| Gender Layout | Running Tracking Grid Length | Maximum Time Allowance Grid |
|---|---|---|
| Male Candidates | 4.8 Kilometers | 25 Minutes |
| Female Candidates | 2.4 Kilometers | 14 Minutes |
Age Limit & Relaxations
| Age Variable | Prescribed Limit | Cut-off Reference Date |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Age Limit | 18 Years | 01-07-2026 (1st July 2026) |
| Maximum Age Limit | 40 Years |
Relaxation Allowances: Vertical reservation candidates belonging to SC, ST, and OBC categories of Uttar Pradesh will receive relaxation in upper age limits as per effective Government Orders. Regular state government employees of Uttar Pradesh will receive an upper age relaxation up to a maximum of 5 years.
Selection Process
- 1
Shortlisting Phase: Shortlisting of candidates for the Main Written Examination based on their UPSSSC PET 2025 normalized marks layout metrics.
- 2
Written Main Exam: Verification through a 100-mark objective test matching the detailed blueprint parameters.
- 3
Physical Evaluation: Shortlisted qualifiers undergo mandatory Physical Measurement Tests (PMT) and Running Endurance Modules (PET).
- 4
Final Merit List: Preparation of the final select list based solely on the scores achieved in the written examination, subject to passing physical benchmarks and document review.
Written Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
The main examination consists of a single paper with 100 objective-type, multiple-choice questions to be completed within 2 hours (120 minutes). Every correct question rewards 1 mark, whereas a penalty of 25% (1/4 mark) applies for wrong answers.
| Exam Structural Segments | Subject Content Domain | Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 (Core Subjects) | 1. History of India and Indian National Movement | 05 | 05 |
| 2. Geography of India and World | 05 | 05 | |
| 3. Economic and Social Development of India | 10 | 10 | |
| 4. Indian Polity and Constitution Framework | 10 | 10 | |
| 5. General Science and Technology Systems | 05 | 05 | |
| 6. Environmental Ecology and Disaster Management Matrix | 05 | 05 | |
| 7. Current Events of National and International Importance | 05 | 05 | |
| 8. Data Interpretation (Graphs and Tabulations) | 10 | 10 | |
| 9. Uttar Pradesh Excise Legal Provisions, Acts & Policies | 10 | 10 | |
| Part-2 (Tech Block) | Concepts of Computer, Information Technology, and Technological Innovations | 15 | 15 |
| Part-3 (UP Special) | General Information Related to the State of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Grand Total Summary Metrics | 100 | 100 | |
Syllabus Highlights
- Part-1 Highlights: Comprehensive facts on Indian freedom struggles, urban planning, population distributions, sustainable goals, Panchayati Raj local self-government layout, daily science applications, Disaster Management Act 2005 rules, statistical graphs data extraction, and the United Provinces Excise Act 1910 framework containing current UP excise policies.
- Part-2 Highlights: Computer basics, history of WWW, operational commands for peripherals, MS Word and MS Excel navigation systems, cyber security protocols, artificial intelligence, big data processing workflows, and machine learning milestones.
- Part-3 Highlights: Dedicated focus on Uttar Pradesh history, architecture, folk performing arts, geography, mineral assets, wildlife reserves, state specific administrative modules, and recent achievements.
How to Apply Online
- 1
Visit the official online web portal of the Commission: https://upsssc.gov.in.
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Navigate to the "Live Advertisement" segment panel on the homepage layout and select the link corresponding to Advertisement No. 08-Exam/2026.
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Authenticate your profile login using your valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Registration Number through either personal details verification or the registered Mobile OTP path.
- 4
Verify your pre-filled details displayed from the PET master records and input required parameters regarding Class 12 certificates.
- 5
Proceed past the static photo and signature lock page, complete the checkbox declaration block, and pay the online processing fee of Rs. 25/- via credit/debit card, UPI, or Net Banking options.
- 6
Submit your form online before the target closing date of 24-06-2026. Retain a clean printed copy of your final registration page layout.
Important Instructions
- Only Indian Nationals meeting the detailed residency declarations can file submissions under local vertical or horizontal reservation brackets.
- Submitting multiple forms will invalidate older applications. The Commission preserves only the final completed system transaction record layout.
- Certificates detailing vertical or horizontal exemptions must be active and dated prior to the terminal portal shutdown date (24-06-2026).
- In accordance with rules, female candidates seeking caste preferences must supply caste status documents generated explicitly by their father's side layout records.
- Candidates currently serving state or federal government departments must obtain a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC) to submit upon demand.
- Provisions of the Uttar Pradesh Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act 2024 are strictly implemented for this selection.