The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has officially released the Mains Application Rejected List for the Combined Upper Subordinate Service (PCS) 2025 recruitment cycle. This notification is crucial for candidates who qualified for the Preliminary examination held on 12 October 2025. With the Mains Exam scheduled for March 29 to April 1, 2026, candidates must verify their status immediately to ensure their eligibility for the descriptive papers.
UPPSC PCS 2025-2026 Recruitment Overview (भर्ती विवरण)
The 2025 cycle of UPPSC PCS aims to fill 210 administrative and forest officer positions. The commission has implemented significant changes, including the removal of optional subjects and the addition of two Uttar Pradesh-specific General Studies papers (GS V and VI). Below is the consolidated summary of the recruitment stats.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | A-1/E-1/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 210 Posts |
| Mains Exam Dates | 29 March to 01 April 2026 |
| Job Category | State Civil Services (Group A & B Gazetted) |
Important Dates & Events (महत्वपूर्ण तिथियां)
Stay updated with the timeline of the UPPSC PCS 2025-26 cycle to avoid missing any deadlines.
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| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 20 February 2025 |
| Prelims Exam Date | 12 October 2025 |
| Prelims Result Declaration | 01 December 2025 |
| Mains Rejected List Release | 11 March 2026 |
| UPPSC Mains Exam 2026 | 29 March – 01 April 2026 |
| Mains Admit Card | March 2026 (Expected) |
Application Fee & Age Criteria (आवेदन शुल्क एवं आयु सीमा)
The eligibility criteria as per the official notification are mandatory for all applicants. Candidates must have completed a Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 125/- |
| SC / ST | ₹ 65/- |
| PH (Divyang) | ₹ 25/- |
Age Limit (as of 01 July 2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age Relaxation: As per UP Govt rules for SC/ST/OBC and PH candidates.
Selection Process 2025-26 (चयन प्रक्रिया)
The recruitment involves a rigorous three-stage selection process designed to filter the best administrative talent for Uttar Pradesh.
| Stage | Exam Type | Nature |
|---|---|---|
| Stage I: Preliminary | Objective (MCQs) | Screening Only |
| Stage II: Mains | Descriptive (Written) | Merit Calculation |
| Stage III: Interview | Viva-Voce (Personality Test) | Merit Calculation |
Mains Exam Pattern & Syllabus (मुख्य परीक्षा पैटर्न एवं पाठ्यक्रम)
The UPPSC Mains exam consists of 8 descriptive papers. There are no optional subjects anymore. Each paper is of 3 hours duration.
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| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | General Hindi | 150 |
| Paper 2 | Essay | 150 |
| Paper 3 | General Studies I | 200 |
| Paper 4 | General Studies II | 200 |
| Paper 5 | General Studies III | 200 |
| Paper 6 | General Studies IV (Ethics) | 200 |
| Paper 7 | General Studies V (UP Specific) | 200 |
| Paper 8 | General Studies VI (UP Specific) | 200 |
| Total | Written Exam | 1500 |
UPPSC PCS Salary Structure 2026 (वेतनमान)
Selected candidates are placed under the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix. The prestige of the job is accompanied by a lucrative salary and numerous perks.
- Pay Scale: Level 10 (Pay Matrix ₹ 56,100 – ₹ 1,77,500)
- Grade Pay: ₹ 5,400/-
- Estimated In-Hand Salary: ₹ 58,000 – ₹ 68,000 per month (depending on HRA/DA and city category).
- Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Facilities, Government Vehicle, and Residential Quarter.
Previous Year Prelims Cut-Off Trends (पिछले वर्षों की कट-ऑफ)
Understanding the cut-off trends helps in assessing the competition level.
| Year | General Category Cut-off (Approx) |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 125 Marks |
| 2022 | 111 Marks |
| 2021 | 115 Marks |
| 2019 | 117 Marks |
Sarkari Yojana Update: उत्तर प्रदेश मुख्यमंत्री कन्या सुमंगला योजना
उत्तर प्रदेश सरकार की यह एक बहुत ही अच्छी योजना है। इस योजना का मुख्य उद्देश्य बेटियों के जन्म से लेकर उनकी ग्रेजुएशन की पढ़ाई तक आर्थिक सहायता देना है। 2026 के नए नियमों के अनुसार, अब बेटियों को कुल 25,000 रुपये की आर्थिक सहायता छह अलग-अलग किस्तों में दी जाती है। यह पैसा सीधा बैंक खाते में आता है ताकि पढ़ाई-लिखाई में कोई रुकावट न आए।
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Important Links Table (महत्वपूर्ण लिंक)
| Description | Action / Link |
|---|---|
| Download Mains Application Rejected List | Click Here |
| Download Prelims Result | Click Here |
| Download Final Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Mains Admit Card | Available Soon |
| Register For OTR (One Time Registration) | Click Here |
| Official Website (UPPSC) | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: When is the UPPSC PCS Mains 2025-26 Exam?
The Mains examination is scheduled to take place from 29 March to 01 April 2026.
Q2: Why was my Mains application rejected?
Common reasons include non-payment of the Mains fee, incomplete OTR details, or failure to meet specific eligibility criteria mentioned in the notification.
Q3: What is the total number of vacancies in UPPSC PCS 2025?
There are a total of 210 vacancies, including 200 for Combined Upper Subordinate Services and 10 for ACF/RFO.
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Q4: What is the starting salary for an SDM in UP?
An SDM starts at Pay Level 10 with a basic pay of ₹56,100, totaling approx ₹65,000+ per month including allowances.
Q5: Is there negative marking in UPPSC Prelims?
Yes, there is a penalty of 1/3 (0.33) marks for every incorrect answer in the Prelims objective papers.
Q6: Are optional subjects removed from the Mains exam?
Yes, from the 2025 cycle onwards, optional subjects have been replaced by two General Studies papers focusing on Uttar Pradesh (Paper V and VI).
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Q7: Can I apply for Mains if my OTR is not updated?
No, One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory for all recruitment processes under UPPSC.
Q8: What is the age limit for general category candidates?
The age limit is 21 to 40 years as of 01 July 2025.
Q9: How can I check the rejected list?
You can download the PDF from the official UPPSC website or use the direct link provided in the table above.
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Q10: What is the qualifying marks for the CSAT paper?
Candidates must score a minimum of 33% in Paper II (CSAT) to qualify for merit evaluation in Paper I.