The UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 notification has been released under Advertisement No. 16-Exam/2026. The online application process started on 03 August 2026, and the last date to submit the application is 01 September 2026. Candidates can make corrections/complete fee reconciliation up to 08 September 2026. 

General FAQs

Q1. What is UPSSSC PET 2026?
UPSSSC PET 2026 is the Preliminary Eligibility Test conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission. It acts as a screening/qualifying examination for various UPSSSC Group B and Group C recruitment processes. 

Q2. Who conducts the UPSSSC PET exam?
The exam is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC).

Q3. What is the UPSSSC PET 2026 Advertisement Number?
The advertisement number is 16-Exam/2026. The notification was released on 01 August 2026. 

Q4. Is PET compulsory for UPSSSC recruitment?
For recruitments covered by the UPSSSC PET system, candidates generally need a valid PET qualification/score to proceed to the respective main examination, subject to the specific recruitment notification.

Q5. Does qualifying PET 2026 guarantee a government job?
No. PET is a qualifying/screening examination. Clearing PET does not itself provide a government job. Candidates must satisfy the eligibility requirements and qualify in the subsequent recruitment process for the particular post.

Eligibility FAQs

Q6. What is the minimum educational qualification for PET 2026?
Candidates must have passed High School/Class 10th or an equivalent examination from a recognized board/institution. 

Q7. Can 12th-pass candidates apply for PET 2026?
Yes. Candidates having qualifications higher than Class 10th, such as 12th, graduation or postgraduate qualifications, can also apply, provided they satisfy the other conditions.

Q8. What is the age limit for UPSSSC PET 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 40 years, calculated as on 01 July 2026. Applicable age relaxation is available according to the prescribed rules. 

Q9. Is there age relaxation for reserved categories?
Yes. Applicable relaxation is provided to eligible categories such as SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other categories according to the applicable government/UPSSSC rules. 

Q10. Can candidates from outside Uttar Pradesh apply?
Candidates should carefully check the official notification regarding category/reservation benefits and eligibility conditions. In particular, UP-specific reservation benefits may be subject to domicile/category rules.

Application FAQs

Q11. When did the UPSSSC PET 2026 application form start?
Online applications started on 03 August 2026. 

Q12. What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC PET 2026?
The last date for online application submission is 01 September 2026. 

Q13. What is the last date for correction in the application form?
The correction/fee reconciliation facility is available up to 08 September 2026. 

Q14. Is One Time Registration (OTR) mandatory?
Yes. Candidates are required to complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying for PET 2026 through the UPSSSC system. 

Q15. Can I submit the PET application offline?
No. The application process is conducted online.

Q16. What information is required while filling the form?
Candidates generally need their OTR details, personal information, educational qualification details and other information required by the online application system.

Application Fee FAQs

Q17. What is the UPSSSC PET 2026 application fee?
The reported fee structure is:

Q18. How can the application fee be paid?
The fee can be deposited through the payment methods specified by UPSSSC, including online payment options and the prescribed challan facility. 

Exam Pattern FAQs

Q19. How many questions are asked in UPSSSC PET?
The examination contains 100 objective-type questions. 

Q20. What is the total marks of PET 2026?
The examination is of 100 marks.

Q21. What is the duration of the PET exam?
The exam duration is 2 hours (120 minutes). 

Q22. Is there negative marking in UPSSSC PET?
Yes. 1/4 mark (0.25 mark) is deducted for each incorrect answer. 

Q23. What type of questions are asked?
PET is an objective/MCQ-based examination, conducted in OMR-based offline mode according to current exam information. 

Syllabus FAQs

Q24. What subjects are included in the PET syllabus?
The syllabus covers areas including:

• Indian History

• Indian National Movement

• Geography

• Indian Economy

• Indian Constitution & Public Administration

• General Science

• Elementary Arithmetic

• General Hindi

• General English

• Logic & Reasoning

• Current Affairs

• General Awareness

• Analysis of Hindi Unseen Passage

• Analysis of Graphs & Tables

• Other topics prescribed by UPSSSC

Candidates should follow the 2026 notification/syllabus for the authoritative subject-wise distribution.

Q25. Is current affairs included in PET?
Yes. Current affairs/general awareness is part of the PET preparation syllabus.

Exam Date & Admit Card FAQs

Q26. When will the UPSSSC PET 2026 exam be conducted?
As of the latest information available, the exact examination date has not been officially finalized/announced. Candidates should rely on UPSSSC’s official notice for the final date. 

Q27. When will the PET admit card be released?
The admit card is expected to be released before the examination. The exact release date should be checked on the official UPSSSC portal.

Q28. Where can I download the PET admit card?
The admit card can be downloaded through the official UPSSSC website after the commission activates the admit-card link.

Q29. What documents should I carry to the examination centre?
Candidates should carry the admit card and a valid photo identity document as specified in the examination instructions. Always check the admit card for the latest instructions.

Score & Selection FAQs

Q30. Is PET a direct recruitment examination?
No. PET is primarily a screening/eligibility examination used for subsequent UPSSSC recruitment processes.

Q31. What happens after qualifying PET?
Candidates who meet the required PET criteria can apply for relevant UPSSSC main examinations/recruitments when separate notifications are released, provided they satisfy the post-specific eligibility requirements.

Q32. Is there a separate exam after PET?
For many UPSSSC recruitments, yes. The subsequent selection stages depend on the particular post and its recruitment notification.

Q33. Is there a PET cutoff?
The qualifying/shortlisting requirements can vary according to the recruitment and applicable UPSSSC rules. Candidates should not assume that merely obtaining a particular raw score guarantees selection for every future post.

Q34. Is PET score valid for multiple UPSSSC recruitments?
A valid PET score can be used for applicable UPSSSC recruitment processes during its validity period, subject to the conditions of the individual recruitment notification.

Q35. How long is the UPSSSC PET 2026 score valid?
Current published information indicates a 3-year validity period from the date of result declaration. 

Important Practical FAQs

Q36. Can I apply if I have only passed Class 10th?
Yes. Class 10th/High School or equivalent is the minimum educational qualification reported for PET 2026. 

Q37. Can graduates apply for PET?
Yes. A higher qualification does not prevent an eligible candidate from applying.

Q38. Is PET required for every UP government job?
No. PET is associated with recruitment processes conducted under the applicable UPSSSC system. Other UP government recruiting bodies may conduct their own examinations.

Q39. Can I edit my application after submission?
A correction/fee reconciliation window is available up to 08 September 2026, subject to the fields and conditions permitted by UPSSSC. 

Q40. Where should I check official PET 2026 updates?
Candidates should use the official UPSSSC website and the notification issued by the Commission rather than relying solely on third-party websites.

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