UPSSSC ASO ARO Recruitment 2026 is finally here — and if you hold a postgraduate degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, or Commerce and cleared the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss. The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released Advertisement No. 05-Exam/2026 for a total of 929 permanent state government posts spread across 19 departments of the UP Government.
Applications open on 21 April 2026 and close on 11 May 2026 — exclusively online at upsssc.gov.in. The pay scale is Level-6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400 per month), making this one of the most attractive Sarkari Naukri openings for statistics graduates in UP this year.
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UPSSSC ASO ARO Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 05-Exam/2026 dated 20 March 2026 |
| Post Names | Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) / Assistant Research Officer – Statistics (ARO) |
| Total Vacancies | 929 |
| Application Mode | Online only – upsssc.gov.in |
| Application Dates | 21 April 2026 to 11 May 2026 |
| Pay Scale | Level-6: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400/month (most posts) |
| Job Location | Various departments across Uttar Pradesh |
| Selection Process | PET-2025 Score → Main Written Exam → Document Verification |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | 20 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 21 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 11 May 2026 (till midnight) |
| Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Application Amendment | 18 May 2026 |
| Main Written Examination | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
⚠️ Don’t wait for the last day! Government portals slow down near deadlines — submit your application at least a week early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
UPSSSC ASO ARO Vacancy 2026 – Department-Wise Breakdown
The 929 posts are distributed across 19 departments of the Uttar Pradesh Government. The overall category-wise split is: 344 General (UR), 211 SC, 12 ST, 300 OBC, and 62 EWS.
| Department | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Arth Evam Sankhya Vibhag, UP | Assistant Statistical Officer | 267 |
| Arth Evam Sankhya Vibhag, UP (Special Recruitment) | Assistant Statistical Officer | 234 |
| Rajya Kar Aayukt Karyalay | Assistant Statistical Officer | 75 |
| Pashupalan Nideshalaya | Assistant Statistical Officer | 60 |
| Prashikshan Evam Sewayojan Nideshalaya, UP | Assistant Statistical Officer | 40 |
| Ganna Adhishthan Evam Cheeni Adhishthan | Assistant Statistical Officer | 38 |
| Rajya Niyojan Sansthan (Naveen Prabhaag) | Assistant Statistical Officer | 36 |
| Karyalay Pradhan Mukhya Van Sanrakshak | Assistant Statistical Officer | 54 |
| Chikitsa Evam Swasthya Seva Nideshalaya, UP | Assistant Statistical Officer | 44 |
| Karyalay Aayukt Evam Nibandhak Sahkarita | Assistant Statistical Officer | 12 |
| Vittiya Yojana Aur Sansadhan Nideshalaya | Assistant Research Officer (Statistics) | 12 |
| Anusuchit Jati Evam Anusuchit Janjaati Shodh Evam Prashikshan Sansthan | Assistant Statistical Officer | 10 |
| Sinchai Evam Jal Sansadhan Nideshalaya | Assistant Statistical Officer | 10 |
| Pashupalan Nideshalaya (Special Recruitment) | Assistant Statistical Officer | 12 |
| Karyalay Pradhan Mukhya Van Sanrakshak (Special Recruitment) | Assistant Statistical Officer | 14 |
| Other Departments | Various | 10 |
| Grand Total | 929 |
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Eligibility Criteria for UPSSSC ASO ARO 2026
All eligibility conditions must be met as on the last date of application — 11 May 2026.
Educational Qualification
You need a postgraduate degree or equivalent from a legally established Indian university in one of these subjects: Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics, Commerce, Economics, or Statistics. UPSSSC has also published a full Annexure-1 listing 51 accepted PG qualifications — including M.Sc. Statistics, M.A. Economics, M.Com, and MBA with a quantitative/statistical focus.
Along with your academic degree, two other qualifications are mandatory:
- Computer Qualification: ‘O’ Level Diploma from NIELIT (formerly DOEACC) OR a minimum one-year Diploma in Computer Science from a recognised university/institution.
- Language: Working knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script.
✅ Preferential (Adhimani) Qualification: Minimum 2 years of service in the Pradeshik Sena OR an NCC ‘B’ Certificate. This is not mandatory but gives you preference in the merit list.
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 21 years | 40 years |
| OBC (UP domicile) | 21 years | As per UP Govt rules |
| SC / ST (UP domicile) | 21 years | As per UP Govt rules |
| State Government Employees | 21 years | 45 years (5-year extra relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 21 years | As per UP Reservation Act 1993 |
⚠️ Important: Candidates who are not domiciled in Uttar Pradesh will not receive any reservation benefit and will be treated as General/Unreserved category candidates, regardless of their caste or community.
Application Fee
| Category | Exam Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| OBC | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| SC | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| ST | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
Payment is accepted via Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan. All payments must be completed before 11 May 2026.
UPSSSC ASO ARO Salary 2026 – How Much Will You Earn?
This is one of the most searched sections — so here are the real numbers.
| Pay Detail | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-6 (as per UP Pay Matrix) |
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400/month (entry-level) |
| Maximum Basic Pay | ₹1,12,400/month |
| Dearness Allowance (DA) | As applicable (currently ~50% of Basic Pay) |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | 8%–24% of Basic Pay depending on city class |
| Other Allowances | TA, Medical, Leave Encashment, etc. |
| Estimated In-Hand (entry level) | ₹45,000 – ₹55,000/month (approx.) |
A few posts in certain departments may carry a different pay structure — check the official notification PDF for department-specific details.
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Selection Process for UPSSSC ASO ARO 2026
The selection for 929 posts happens in three stages:
- Stage 1 – PET-2025 Shortlisting: Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 (Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025) and hold a valid PET-2025 scorecard can apply. Candidates with zero marks, negative marks, or an absent status in PET-2025 are not eligible. UPSSSC will shortlist 15 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) for the Main Exam based on normalized PET-2025 scores.
- Stage 2 – Main Written Examination: 100 objective/MCQ questions, 100 marks, 2 hours duration. Each wrong answer carries a 25% negative mark (¼ mark deducted per incorrect response). No interview stage.
- Stage 3 – Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates based on Main Exam merit are called for DV. No TA/DA is paid for attending document verification.
UPSSSC ASO ARO Exam Pattern 2026 – Main Written Examination
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Statistics & Related Topics | 65 | 65 |
| – Statistics | 10 | 10 | |
| – Collection & Presentation of Data | 10 | 10 | |
| – Measures of Central Tendency & Dispersion | 10 | 10 | |
| – Index Numbers, Rates & Ratios | 5 | 5 | |
| – Correlation & Regression | 5 | 5 | |
| – Fundamentals of Mathematics | 5 | 5 | |
| – Permutations, Combinations & Probability Theory | 5 | 5 | |
| – Statistical Measures of the Indian Economy | 10 | 10 | |
| – Indian Statistical System | 5 | 5 | |
| Part 2 | Computer & IT Concepts, Contemporary Technology | 15 | 15 |
| Part 3 | General Information about Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
💡 Pro Tip: Part 3 (UP General Knowledge) is often under-prepared — it carries 20 marks and can make a real difference in your final score. Don’t ignore it.
How to Apply for UPSSSC ASO ARO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official UPSSSC website — upsssc.gov.in — and go to the “Live Advertisement Segment” on the homepage.
- Click on Advertisement No. 05-परीक्षा/2026.
- Log in using your PET-2025 Registration Number and the OTP sent to your registered mobile/email.
- Select the posts and departments you wish to apply for.
- Review your photo and signature — these are auto-filled from your PET-2025 registration and cannot be changed.
- Fill in all remaining details — department preference, domicile status, reservation category.
- Complete the Declaration section and enter the verification code before submitting.
- Pay the processing fee of ₹25 through your preferred online payment method.
- Download and save a printed copy of your submitted application for future reference.
💡 Keep your PET-2025 Registration Number and registered mobile number handy — you will need both to log in and receive OTPs throughout the application process.
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Important Instructions Before You Apply
- Only PET-2025 qualified candidates with a valid scorecard are eligible — no exceptions.
- Only one application per advertisement is allowed.
- Candidates outside Uttar Pradesh domicile get no reservation benefits.
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate must have been issued on or after 01 April 2025.
- EWS certificate must be issued between 01 April 2026 and 11 May 2026, based on FY 2025–26 income, valid for FY 2026–27.
- Date of Birth is verified only through the Class 10 (High School) certificate — no other document is accepted.
- Application amendment is allowed only up to 18 May 2026. After this date, no changes are entertained.
- UPSSSC does not contact candidates individually. Check upsssc.gov.in regularly for all updates.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Apply Online | upsssc.gov.in |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
| UPSSSC Syllabus | Check official notification |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is UPSSSC ASO ARO Recruitment 2026?
It is UPSSSC’s mains-level recruitment for 929 permanent government posts — Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) and Assistant Research Officer in Statistics (ARO) — under Advertisement No. 05-Exam/2026. Posts are spread across 19 departments of the UP Government.
How many total vacancies are available in UPSSSC ASO ARO 2026?
A total of 929 vacancies have been released. The category-wise split is 344 General (UR), 211 SC, 12 ST, 300 OBC, and 62 EWS.
What are the application start and last dates for UPSSSC ASO ARO 2026?
Online applications open on 21 April 2026 and close on 11 May 2026 (till midnight). Corrections and fee reconciliation can be done up to 18 May 2026.
Is PET-2025 compulsory to apply for this recruitment?
Yes, absolutely. Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC’s Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET-2025) and have been issued a valid scorecard are eligible to apply. Candidates with zero, negative, or absent status in PET-2025 will not be shortlisted.
What is the educational qualification needed for ASO ARO posts?
You need a postgraduate degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics, Economics, or Commerce from a recognised Indian university. A computer diploma (NIELIT ‘O’ Level or equivalent) and knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script are also mandatory.
What is the salary for UPSSSC ASO posts?
Most posts carry Pay Level-6, with basic pay ranging from ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month. After adding Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other applicable allowances, the estimated in-hand salary at entry level is approximately ₹45,000–₹55,000 per month.
Is there negative marking in the UPSSSC ASO ARO Main Exam?
Yes. The Main Written Examination has 25% negative marking — meaning ¼ mark is deducted for every wrong answer. The exam has 100 objective questions for 100 marks, to be completed in 2 hours.
Summing up…
UPSSSC ASO ARO Recruitment 2026 is a rare, large-scale opening for postgraduate statistics professionals seeking a secure, well-paying career in the Uttar Pradesh Government. With 929 permanent posts, a competitive pay scale, and zero exam fee (just ₹25 processing charge), there is very little reason to delay. If you cleared PET-2025 and meet the educational qualifications, mark your calendar for 21 April 2026 and apply well before the 11 May 2026 deadline.
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Disclaimer: This article is based on the official UPSSSC notification (Advertisement No. 05-Exam/2026 dated 20 March 2026) and is published for informational purposes only. Govtserviceinfo.com is not affiliated with UPSSSC or the Government of Uttar Pradesh. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website upsssc.gov.in before applying. Details such as exam dates and admit card schedules are subject to change as per UPSSSC’s discretion.
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