UKPSC Upper PCS Notification 2026 – 67 Vacancies, Apply Online

The UKPSC Upper PCS Notification 2026 is finally out, and it’s a big opportunity for anyone dreaming of a Group-B officer post in Uttarakhand. The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has released the Combined State Civil/Upper Subordinate Service Examination-2026 notification vide Advertisement No. A-1/E-1/2026-27, announcing 67 vacancies across posts like Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Block Development Officer, and more. If you’ve been preparing for a state-level administrative career, this is exactly the kind of notification you’ve been waiting for.

Online applications began on 9th September 2026, and the window closes on 29th September 2026. Read on for the complete overview, eligibility criteria, vacancy breakdown, salary, exam pattern, and a simple step-by-step guide on how to apply.

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UKPSC Upper PCS Notification 2026 – Quick Overview

Important Dates

⚠️ The application window is short this time — just three weeks — so don’t leave it for the last day.

UKPSC Upper PCS Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 67 posts are on offer this year under the UKPSC Upper PCS Notification 2026, spread across several Uttarakhand government departments. Most posts carry the ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 (Level-10) pay scale, with a couple of posts at Level-7 and Level-6.

Category-wise, the split is GEN-37, SC-13, ST-11, EWS-6, with OBC having no vacancies notified this round. Uttarakhand also has horizontal reservation of 3 posts for women domiciled in the state, and 1 post reserved for participants of the State Movement.

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UKPSC Upper PCS Eligibility Criteria 2026

Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)

Candidates must be born between 2 July 1984 and 1 July 2005 to be eligible.

Educational Qualification

✅ For most posts (Deputy Collector, DSP, Finance Officer, BDO, and others), a graduation degree from a recognised university is enough to apply.

A few specialised posts need specific degrees:

• Assistant Director/Audit Officer (Finance): B.Com or CA (ICAI)
• Deputy Education Officer: Post-graduate degree
• Assistant Labour Commissioner: Graduation in Economics, Sociology, Commerce, Law, or related field
• Assistant Director, Sanskrit Education: PG in Sanskrit plus B.Ed.
• Assistant Director, Factory/Boiler: Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree
• Nursery Development Officer: B.Sc. Agriculture or Horticulture
• Case Worker (Women Welfare): PG in Sociology or Social Work

Application Fee

💡 Pro Tip: Fees can be paid online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI — keep the payment receipt for your records.

UKPSC Upper PCS Salary 2026

Selected candidates for most posts will start at Pay Level-10 (₹56,100–₹1,77,500) under the state pay matrix. Along with basic pay, you’ll get Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Travel Allowance (TA) as applicable to Uttarakhand government officers. In-hand salary for Level-10 posts typically works out to roughly ₹65,000–₹85,000 per month depending on posting location and current DA rates, plus the status and perks that come with a state civil service officer role.

UKPSC Upper PCS Selection Process 2026

1. Preliminary Examination — Objective type, screening only, marks not counted for final merit
2. Main Examination — Descriptive, written papers, marks count towards merit
3. Interview / Personality Test — 150 marks

Stage 1: Prelims

⚠️ There’s negative marking — 1/4th mark is deducted for every wrong answer. Paper II is only qualifying (33% required); Paper I marks decide the Prelims merit list.

Stage 2: Mains

Eight papers totalling 1,500 marks — General Hindi, Essay, and six General Studies papers covering topics from Indian heritage and polity to ethics and Uttarakhand-specific knowledge. Minimum 35% is compulsory in the General Hindi paper.

Stage 3: Interview

150 marks, taking the grand total to 1,650 marks.

How to Apply for UKPSC Upper PCS Notification 2026

1. Visit the official website — psc.uk.gov.in
2. Find the link for “Uttarakhand Combined State Civil/Upper Subordinate Service Examination-2026”
3. Register with your basic details to generate login credentials
4. Fill in personal, educational, and category details carefully
5. Upload your scanned photo and signature
6. Pay the application fee online
7. Review the form and submit
8. Download and save a copy of the confirmation page

💡 Pro Tip: Have your photo (20–50 KB) and signature (10–40 KB) scanned and saved before you start — it makes the process much smoother.

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Summing Up…

If a career as a state civil service officer in Uttarakhand is your goal, the UKPSC Upper PCS Notification 2026 is your shot at it this year. With 67 posts across Deputy Collector, DSP, and other respected Group-B roles, plus a solid state pay scale, it’s worth the effort. Apply before 29 September 2026, keep a copy of your confirmation, and start your Prelims preparation early — the exam window will come around fast. Stay ahead of application deadlines — follow Govtserviceinfo.com for daily Sarkari Naukri alerts.

Disclaimer: All information in this article has been sourced from the official recruitment notification published by the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC). GovtServiceInfo.com is not a recruiting authority and does not accept job applications. We strongly recommend reading the full official notification before applying and verifying all details — especially dates, eligibility, and fees — directly from the official website. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority after the date of publication.