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The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has released the admit card for the Combined State Civil / Upper Subordinate Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026. The Prelims exam will be held on 29 November 2026 (Sunday).
The recruitment drive will fill 67 Group B posts, including Deputy Collector, DSP, Finance Officer and Block Development Officer (BDO). Entry to the exam centre will not be allowed without a valid hall ticket, so download and print yours now.
At a Glance — UKPSC Upper PCS Prelims 2026
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Exam | Combined State Civil / Upper Subordinate Services (Preliminary) Examination 2026 |
| Commission | Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | A-1/E-1/2026-27 (dated 9 September 2026) |
| Total vacancies | 67 (Group B) |
| Admit card released | 13 November 2026 |
| Exam date | 29 November 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam centres | 18 cities across Uttarakhand |
| Official website | psc.uk.gov.in |
When was the admit card released and when is the exam?
UKPSC released the Upper PCS Prelims admit card on 13 November 2026 (Friday). The hall ticket is available online only — the commission will not send admit cards by post. The exam will be held on 29 November 2026 (Sunday) in two shifts on the same day.
Exam schedule — two shifts on 29 November
| Shift | Paper | Timing | Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 | General Studies | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 98 |
| Shift 2 | General Aptitude Test | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | 99 |
Both papers will be OMR-based objective tests. The exam will be conducted at centres in 18 cities across Uttarakhand. Your exact centre and reporting time are printed on your admit card — check them carefully.
Which posts will be filled?
The drive will fill 67 Group B posts. Key posts include Deputy Collector, DSP, Finance Officer and Block Development Officer (BDO). The detailed post-wise break-up is given in Advertisement No. A-1/E-1/2026-27 — check it on the commission’s official website, psc.uk.gov.in.
How to download the UKPSC Upper PCS admit card
Keep your registration/application number and date of birth ready, then follow these steps:
- Visit the official UKPSC website at psc.uk.gov.in.
- Open the “Admit Card” or “What’s New” section on the homepage.
- Select the link for the Combined State Civil / Upper Subordinate Services (Preliminary) Examination-2026.
- Enter your registration number and date of birth to log in.
- Your admit card will appear on the screen.
- Check your name, roll number, exam centre and shift carefully.
- Download the PDF and take a clear printout.
Details to check on the hall ticket
After downloading, verify every detail printed on the hall ticket — your name, roll number and registration details, photograph and signature, exam name, exam date and shift timings, exam centre name and full address, and the reporting time and exam instructions. If you find any discrepancy, contact UKPSC through the official website before the exam.
What to carry to the exam centre
Carry a printed copy of the UKPSC Upper PCS Admit Card 2026 — entry will not be permitted without a valid hall ticket. Also bring an original valid photo identity proof, such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID or Passport, and follow any additional instructions mentioned on the admit card.
Selection process
Selection for UKPSC Upper PCS will be completed in three stages — the Preliminary Examination, followed by the Main Examination and an Interview. Candidates who qualify in the Prelims will be eligible for the Mains.
Important instructions for every candidate
- No admit card will be sent by post — download it online.
- Requests for a change of exam centre will not be entertained. You must appear only at the centre allotted on your admit card.
- The commission has issued special instructions for Divyang candidates who need a scribe — submit the prescribed certificates in the required format within the timeline.
- Verify all details on the admit card and keep more than one printout safe.
Important links
UKPSC official website: psc.uk.gov.in
Admit card portal: pscuk.net.in
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When was the UKPSC Upper PCS Prelims admit card released?
A1. UKPSC released the Upper PCS Prelims admit card on 13 November 2026.
Q2. When is the UKPSC Upper PCS Prelims exam?
A2. The exam will be held on 29 November 2026 (Sunday) in two shifts — General Studies from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and the General Aptitude Test from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Q3. How do I download the admit card?
A3. Visit psc.uk.gov.in, open the Admit Card section, select the Upper PCS Preliminary Examination 2026 link and log in with your registration number and date of birth.
Q4. Will the admit card be sent by post?
A4. No. UKPSC will not send admit cards by post — download it online and take a printout.
Q5. How many posts are available in this recruitment?
A5. The drive will fill 67 Group B posts, including Deputy Collector, DSP, Finance Officer and BDO.
Next Action: Download your UKPSC Upper PCS Prelims admit card now from psc.uk.gov.in and check your centre, shift and reporting time before 29 November 2026.
Sources: UKPSC official website (psc.uk.gov.in) and the exam schedule released on 13 November 2026. The detailed post-wise break-up and syllabus are in Advertisement No. A-1/E-1/2026-27.
