State Government Jobs Exams in Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh recruits for state government jobs through a handful of major bodies — chiefly the UPPSC, UPSSSC, and the UP Police Recruitment and Promotion Board — plus dedicated exams for teachers, professors, court staff, and the power corporation. This guide summarises the main exams, their selection stages, typical eligibility, and indicative applicant numbers. Ages, vacancies, and dates change every cycle, so always verify against the latest official notification.

UPPSC Combined State/Upper Subordinate (PCS) Examination

• Conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission for top administrative posts across state departments, including civil and police services.
• Three stages: Preliminary, Mains, and Interview.
• Eligibility: graduation in any discipline; age typically 21–40 years with relaxation for reserved categories.
• Roughly 3–4 lakh candidates apply each year.

UPPSC Lower Subordinate Examination

• Also conducted by the UPPSC, for various Group B and Group C posts in state departments.
• Same three-stage structure: Preliminary, Mains, and Interview.
• Eligibility: any graduate, generally aged 21–40 years.

UPTET (Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test)

• Conducted for primary (classes 1–5) and upper primary (classes 6–8) teaching eligibility in government schools.
• Two papers: Paper I for primary level and Paper II for upper primary level.
• Eligibility: D.El.Ed or a bachelor's degree with B.Ed, depending on the level; minimum age 18 with no upper limit.
• One of the largest exams in the state, with applicants in the range of 15–20 lakh.

UP Police Recruitment (UPPRPB)

• The UP Police Recruitment and Promotion Board fills posts such as Constable, Sub-Inspector, and Assistant Sub-Inspector.
• Selection includes a written test and a physical efficiency/standards test.
• Eligibility: Class 10/12 pass for Constable; graduation for SI and ASI posts. Age limits are post-specific — check the current notification.
• Among the highest-volume recruitments in UP, often drawing 20 lakh or more applicants.

UPSSSC Examinations

• The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission recruits for posts such as Junior Assistant, Lekhpal, Forest Guard, Stenographer, Clerk, Pharmacist, and Revenue Inspector.
• Selection usually involves a written test plus a skill or physical test where the post requires it.
• Eligibility varies widely by post, from Class 10 pass to graduation; age is generally 18–40 years.
• Several lakh candidates apply across its various exams each year.

UPSET (UP State Eligibility Test)

• Determines eligibility for Assistant Professor posts in colleges and universities within the state.
• Two objective-type papers.
• Eligibility: a master's degree in the relevant subject with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories).

UPPSC Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Examination

• Recruits Assistant Prosecution Officers for the state's prosecution department.
• Stages: Preliminary, Mains, and Interview.
• Eligibility: a law degree from a recognised university; age typically 21–40 years.

Uttar Pradesh High Court Recruitment

• The Allahabad High Court recruits Clerks, Stenographers, Assistants, and other administrative staff.
• Selection generally involves a written test and a skill test (typing/shorthand for relevant posts).
• Eligibility: graduation, with additional typing or shorthand requirements for specific positions.

UPPCL (UP Power Corporation Limited) Recruitment

• Recruits technical and non-technical staff such as Junior Engineer, Office Assistant, and Stenographer.
• Selection is usually a written test, followed by further stages depending on the post.
• Eligibility ranges from Class 12 pass to an engineering degree, depending on the post.

How to prepare

• Shortlist exams that match your qualification, and track official notifications for dates and vacancies.
• Study the exact syllabus and previous years' papers for each exam — patterns differ between UPPSC, UPSSSC, and the Police Board.
• Practise regularly under timed conditions.

To check your readiness for these exams, you can practise with mock tests on Pareeksha.