Short Detail:
Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has announced Combined State Civil / Upper Subordinate Services Examination 2026 for total 67 posts. Candidates who want to apply for Deputy Collector, DSP, BDO, ARTO, State Tax Officer, Case Worker and other administrative posts can submit their online application form from 09/09/2026 to 29/09/2026, if you meet all the required eligibility criteria. For complete details such as eligibility, age limit, selection process, salary, and application steps, candidates must read the full notification carefully.
Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC)
UKPSC PCS Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: A-1/E-1/2026-27
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 09/09/2026
- Application Start Date: 09/09/2026
- Last Date To Apply: 29/09/2026 (11:59 PM)
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 29/09/2026 (11:59 PM)
- Form Correction Date: 07/10/2026 to 16/10/2026 (11:59 PM)
- Admit Card Date: Not Available
- Preliminary Exam Date: Not Available
Application Fees
- General / Uttarakhand OBC / EWS: ₹166.36
- Uttarakhand SC / ST: ₹76.36
- Uttarakhand PwBD: ₹76.36
- Uttarakhand Orphan Children: ₹0/-
- Payment Mode: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/07/2026
- Min Age: 21 Years
- Max Age: 42 Years
- Candidate must have been born between 02/07/1984 and 01/07/2005.
- Age relaxation extra is applicable as per the rules of “UKPSC PCS Recruitment 2026”.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Uttarakhand SC / ST / OBC | 5 Years |
| Uttarakhand PwBD | 5 Years |
| Uttarakhand Dependents of Freedom Fighters (FFD) | 5 Years |
| Eligible Ex-Servicemen / ECOs / SSCOs / Commissioned Officers | Up to 5 Years, subject to the service conditions in the notification |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 67
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 37 |
| SC | 13 |
| ST | 0 |
| OBC | 11 |
| EWS | 6 |
| Total | 67 |
Post & Category Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Code | Post Name | Department | Pay Level | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deputy Collector | Personnel & Vigilance Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| 2 | Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) | Home Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 8 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 14 |
| 3 | District Commandant | Home Guards, Home Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 4 | Finance Officer / Treasury Officer | Finance Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| 5 | Assistant Director / Audit Officer | Finance Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| 6 | Assistant Commissioner, State Tax | Finance Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 7 | Assistant Municipal Commissioner / Executive Officer (Class-1) | Urban Development Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 8 | Block Development Officer (BDO) | Rural Development Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 9 | Deputy Education Officer / Staff Officer / Law Officer | School Education Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 10 | Assistant Labour Commissioner | Labour Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 11 | Assistant Director / Under Secretary | Sanskrit Education Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 12 | Assistant Director (Factory / Boiler) | Labour Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 13 | Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO) | Transport Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 14 | Nursery Development Officer (Class-02) | Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Department | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 15 | State Tax Officer | Finance Department | ₹44,900–₹1,42,400 (Level-07) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 16 | Case Worker | Women Welfare Department | ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 (Level-06) | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Grand Total | 37 | 13 | 0 | 11 | 6 | 67 |
Eligibility Details
| Post Code / Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 13 & 15 | A Bachelor’s degree in any subject from a recognized university in India. |
| 5 – Assistant Director / Audit Officer | B.Com degree or Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. |
| 9 – Deputy Education Officer / Staff Officer / Law Officer | A postgraduate degree in any subject. Law Officer placement is made from serving officers who also hold a Law degree. |
| 10 – Assistant Labour Commissioner | A Bachelor’s degree with Economics, Sociology, Commerce, Law, Labour Relations, Labour Welfare, Labour Law, Social Work/Welfare, Business Management or Personnel Management as a subject. |
| 11 – Assistant Director / Under Secretary | A postgraduate degree in Sanskrit or an equivalent qualification, along with Shiksha Shastri or B.Ed. |
| 12 – Assistant Director (Factory / Boiler) | A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent government-recognized qualification. |
| 14 – Nursery Development Officer | A Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, B.Sc Agriculture, B.Sc Horticulture or an equivalent qualification. |
| 16 – Case Worker | A postgraduate degree in Sociology, Applied Sociology or Social Work. |
Physical Eligibility
Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
| Category | Male Height | Female Height | Male Chest |
|---|---|---|---|
| General & Other Categories | 167.7 cm | 152 cm | 78.8 cm unexpanded; 83.8 cm expanded |
| Scheduled Tribes | 160 cm | 147 cm | 76.5 cm unexpanded; 81.5 cm expanded |
| Hilly Area Candidates | 162.6 cm | 147 cm | 76.5 cm unexpanded; 81.5 cm expanded |
- Female candidates must weigh at least 45 kg.
- Without glasses, distance vision must be 6/6 in one eye and at least 6/9 in the other.
- Candidates must meet the medical conditions stated in the official notification.
District Commandant, Home Guards
| Candidate Category | Height | Male Chest |
|---|---|---|
| Male – General | 165 cm | 84 cm unexpanded; 89 cm expanded |
| Male – Uttarakhand Domicile / State Candidate | 160 cm | 84 cm unexpanded; 89 cm expanded |
| Female | 150 cm | Not Applicable |
UKPSC PCS Recruitment 2026: Salary Details
| Posts | Pay Scale | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Post Codes 1 to 14 | ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 | Level-10 |
| State Tax Officer | ₹44,900–₹1,42,400 | Level-07 |
| Case Worker | ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 | Level-06 |
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UKPSC PCS Recruitment 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)
- Main Written Examination (Descriptive Type)
- Interview / Personality Test
Preliminary Examination
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Studies | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours |
| Paper 2 | General Aptitude Test | 100 | 150 | 2 Hours |
- Paper 2 is qualifying. Every candidate must score at least 33%.
- Prelims screening merit is prepared only from Paper 1 marks.
- At least 50 questions in Paper 1 relate to Uttarakhand.
- For each wrong answer, 1/4th of the allotted marks is deducted.
Main Written Examination
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Hindi (minimum 35% required) | 150 | 3 Hours |
| 2 | Essay – 3 essays of 700–800 words each | 150 | 3 Hours |
| 3 | GS-I: Heritage, Culture, History, Geography and Society | 200 | 3 Hours |
| 4 | GS-II: Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice and International Relations | 200 | 3 Hours |
| 5 | GS-III: Technology, Economy, Environment, Security and Disaster Management | 200 | 3 Hours |
| 6 | GS-IV: Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude | 200 | 3 Hours |
| 7 | GS-V: Uttarakhand Knowledge – Part 1 | 200 | 3 Hours |
| 8 | GS-VI: Uttarakhand Knowledge – Part 2 | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Mains Written Total | 1500 |
Interview / Personality Test
- Interview carries 150 marks.
- Final merit is calculated from 1500 Mains marks + 150 Interview marks = 1650 marks.
Stage-Wise Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Prelims | Mains | Final Selection |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 35% | 40% | 45% |
| OBC / EWS | 30% | 35% | 40% |
| SC / ST / FFD / Ex-Servicemen | 25% | 30% | 35% |
| Uttarakhand PwBD | 20% | 25% | 30% |
Candidates must also meet the paper-wise minimum marks prescribed by UKPSC for the Main Written Examination.
UKPSC PCS Recruitment 2026: Important Questions
What is the last date for UKPSC PCS Recruitment 2026?
The online application must be submitted by 29/09/2026, up to 11:59:59 PM. The examination fee must also be paid by the same deadline. Candidates should complete both steps before the portal closes.
How many posts are in UKPSC PCS Recruitment 2026?
There are 67 vacancies across 16 post codes. The notification includes Deputy Collector, DSP, District Commandant, BDO, ARTO, State Tax Officer, Case Worker and several other administrative posts.
What is the age limit for UKPSC PCS Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be 21 to 42 years old as on 01/07/2026. This means the date of birth must fall between 02/07/1984 and 01/07/2005. Eligible Uttarakhand reserved groups receive relaxation under the stated rules.
What is the qualification for UKPSC PCS Recruitment 2026?
Most posts require a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. Some posts need a specific degree such as B.Com, engineering, Sanskrit with B.Ed, horticulture, agriculture, sociology or social work. Applicants should check the post-wise table.
What is the application fee for UKPSC PCS Recruitment 2026?
The total fee is ₹166.36 for General, Uttarakhand OBC and EWS candidates. Uttarakhand SC, ST and PwBD candidates pay ₹76.36. Eligible Uttarakhand orphan children do not pay any fee.
How will UKPSC select candidates for PCS Recruitment 2026?
Selection has three stages: an objective Preliminary Examination, a descriptive Main Written Examination and an Interview. Prelims Paper 2 is qualifying, while final merit uses 1500 Mains marks and 150 Interview marks.
When is the UKPSC PCS Recruitment 2026 correction window?
Candidates may edit the online form from 07/10/2026 to 16/10/2026, up to 11:59:59 PM. The notification states that this correction opportunity is provided only once, so every entry should be checked carefully.
Is there negative marking in UKPSC PCS Recruitment 2026?
Yes. The Preliminary Examination deducts one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question for each wrong answer. Paper 2 requires at least 33%, and the screening merit is prepared from Paper 1 marks.