The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has invited online applications for the Uttarakhand Combined State (Civil) Lower Subordinate Services Examination 2026. Under Advertisement No. A-1/E-2/DR/LSS/2026-27, the commission will fill 54 posts in various departments of the Uttarakhand government, including Nayab Tehsildar, Excise Inspector, Supply Inspector, Marketing Inspector, Labour Enforcement Officer, Tax Officer and Cane Development Inspectors. The application window opened on 6 November 2026 and will close on 26 November 2026 at 11:59:59 PM. Candidates can apply online only through the official website, psc.uk.gov.in.
Key information: UKPSC Lower PCS 2026 • 54 posts • Applications: 6 November to 26 November 2026 (11:59:59 PM) • Official website: psc.uk.gov.in • Official UKPSC Lower PCS notification (Advt. No. A-1/E-2/DR/LSS/2026-27)
UKPSC Lower PCS 2026: Key details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) |
| Examination | Uttarakhand Combined State (Civil) Lower Subordinate Services Examination–2026 |
| Advertisement number | A-1/E-2/DR/LSS/2026-27, dated 6 November 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 54 |
| Post type | Group C, non-gazetted posts (contributory pension) |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Official website | psc.uk.gov.in |
| Apply online | pscuk.net.in |
UKPSC Lower PCS 2026: Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification issued | 6 November 2026 |
| Online application starts | 6 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 26 November 2026 (11:59:59 PM) |
| Application correction window | 3 December to 12 December 2026 |
| Preliminary Examination | To be announced — this information has not been officially announced yet. |
| Main Examination | After the Preliminary Examination result |
UKPSC Lower PCS 2026: Post-wise vacancies
The recruitment covers eight posts in all. Marketing Inspector has the largest share with 20 posts, followed by Nayab Tehsildar with 13 posts. The commission has said the vacancies are tentative and may increase or decrease.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay level / Pay scale |
|---|---|---|
| Nayab Tehsildar (Revenue Department) | 13 | Level-7, Rs 44,900–1,42,400 |
| Excise Inspector | 4 | Level-7, Rs 44,900–1,42,400 |
| Supply Inspector | 2 | Level-6, Rs 35,400–1,12,400 |
| Marketing Inspector | 20 | Level-6, Rs 35,400–1,12,400 |
| Labour Enforcement Officer | 5 | Level-6, Rs 35,400–1,12,400 |
| Tax Officer, Zila Panchayat | 5 | Level-6, Rs 35,400–1,12,400 |
| Senior Cane Development Inspector | 1 | Level-6, Rs 35,400–1,12,400 |
| Cane Development Inspector | 4 | Level-5, Rs 29,200–92,300 |
| Total | 54 | — |
UKPSC Lower PCS 2026: Category-wise vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 37 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 2 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 3 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 6 |
| Total | 54 |
UKPSC Lower PCS 2026: Eligibility criteria
Educational qualification:
- A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university is required for all posts.
- For Senior Cane Development Inspector and Cane Development Inspector, a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture is required.
- For Supply Inspector and Marketing Inspector, a good knowledge of Hindi in the Devanagari script is also required.
Uttarakhand-specific conditions: Under the Uttarakhand Group C service rules, candidates must have passed High School and Intermediate from educational institutions in Uttarakhand and must be registered with a District Employment Office in the state. Exemptions from these conditions apply to certain categories as specified in the official notification, so candidates should check their eligibility in the detailed advertisement before applying.
Age limit: Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years of age as on 1 July 2026 — that is, born between 2 July 1984 and 1 July 2005. Candidates who do not meet the age and qualification conditions on the cut-off date should not apply, as their applications can be rejected at any stage of the selection process.
UKPSC Lower PCS 2026: Age relaxation
| Category | Relaxation in upper age limit |
|---|---|
| Uttarakhand SC / ST / OBC candidates | 5 years |
| Dependents of freedom fighters | 5 years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 10 years |
| Ex-servicemen | Deduction of the period of service rendered in the armed forces |
Age relaxation is admissible as per the rules given in the official notification.
UKPSC Lower PCS 2026: Application fee
| Category | Examination fee | Processing fee | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved / EWS / OBC | Rs 150 | Rs 16.36 | Rs 166.36 |
| SC / ST / PwD (Uttarakhand) | Rs 60 | Rs 16.36 | Rs 76.36 |
| Orphan children residing in state homes (eligible) | Nil | Nil | Nil |
The fee must be paid online only. Candidates should check the fee applicable to their category in the official notification before paying.
UKPSC Lower PCS 2026: Selection process and exam pattern
Selection will be made in three stages — the Preliminary Examination, the Main Examination and the Interview. The Preliminary Examination is a screening test only; its marks are not counted in the final merit. The final merit is prepared on the basis of the Main Examination and Interview marks.
Preliminary Examination:
| Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies and General Aptitude (objective, multiple choice) | 150 | 150 | 2 hours | One-fourth (1/4) of the marks assigned to the question for each wrong answer |
Main Examination (600 marks):
| Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | Hindi | 100 |
| Paper 2 | Essay | 100 |
| Paper 3 | General Studies – I | 200 |
| Paper 4 | General Studies – II | 200 |
| Total | 600 |
Candidates must secure a minimum of 35% marks in the Hindi paper of the Main Examination. Candidates who qualify in the Main Examination are called for the Interview, which carries 75 marks.
Documents required for UKPSC Lower PCS 2026
Keep the following documents ready before filling in the online form:
- Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature
- High School and Intermediate certificates and mark sheets
- Bachelor’s degree certificate and mark sheets (Agriculture degree for the cane inspector posts)
- Domicile certificate of Uttarakhand
- Caste certificate (SC / ST / OBC of Uttarakhand) or EWS certificate, if applicable
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- District Employment Office registration proof
- A valid photo identity proof
How to apply for UKPSC Lower PCS 2026
- Visit the official UKPSC website psc.uk.gov.in or the application portal pscuk.net.in.
- Open Advertisement No. A-1/E-2/DR/LSS/2026-27 for the Uttarakhand Combined State (Civil) Lower Subordinate Services Examination–2026 and read the detailed notification carefully.
- Click on the apply online link: Apply online for UKPSC Lower PCS 2026.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number and fill in your personal, educational and post-preference details.
- Upload the required documents, including your photograph and signature, in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online and check every entry carefully before submitting the form.
- Submit the application before 26 November 2026 at 11:59:59 PM and keep a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Apply well before the last date to avoid last-minute website rush. The correction window will remain open from 3 to 12 December 2026.
Important links
- Official website: psc.uk.gov.in
- Application portal: pscuk.net.in
- Apply online: UKPSC Lower PCS 2026 online application
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many posts are available in UKPSC Lower PCS 2026?
There are 54 posts in total, including 20 posts of Marketing Inspector, 13 posts of Nayab Tehsildar, 5 posts each of Labour Enforcement Officer and Tax Officer (Zila Panchayat), 4 posts each of Excise Inspector and Cane Development Inspector, 2 posts of Supply Inspector and 1 post of Senior Cane Development Inspector. - What is the last date to apply for UKPSC Lower PCS 2026?
The last date is 26 November 2026, and the online form will close at 11:59:59 PM. The correction window will remain open from 3 to 12 December 2026. - What is the age limit for UKPSC Lower PCS 2026?
Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years of age as on 1 July 2026 — that is, born between 2 July 1984 and 1 July 2005. Relaxation in the upper age limit is available for reserved categories as per the rules. - What qualification is needed for the Nayab Tehsildar post?
A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university is required. Candidates must also satisfy the Uttarakhand Group C conditions relating to High School and Intermediate education in the state and registration with a District Employment Office, subject to the exemptions in the notification. - What is the application fee for UKPSC Lower PCS 2026?
The total fee is Rs 166.36 for UR, EWS and OBC candidates and Rs 76.36 for Uttarakhand SC, ST and PwD candidates. Eligible orphan children residing in state homes are exempt from the fee. - What is the selection process for UKPSC Lower PCS 2026?
Selection is through a Preliminary Examination (150 questions, 150 marks, 2 hours, with one-fourth negative marking), a Main Examination of four papers totalling 600 marks, and an Interview of 75 marks. The Preliminary Examination is only a screening test; the final merit is based on the Main Examination and Interview. - When will the UKPSC Lower PCS 2026 Preliminary Examination be held?
This information has not been officially announced yet. Candidates should keep checking the official website, psc.uk.gov.in, for the examination schedule. - Where can I apply online for UKPSC Lower PCS 2026?
Applications can be submitted online only, through the official UKPSC website psc.uk.gov.in or the application portal pscuk.net.in, using the apply link for this advertisement.
Note: This is a Uttarakhand state government recruitment for Group C posts under the Uttarakhand government. It is not a Haryana government or central government recruitment.
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