Ukpsc Upper Pcs

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UKPSC Upper PCS Mains

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14th June 2026

Importance of the Post

The UKPSC Upper PCS exam is a key recruitment process for filling high-level administrative roles in Uttarakhand's state government. Conducted by the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission, it offers a respected career path in public administration, policy implementation, and governance. Success in this exam opens doors to stable and prestigious government service.

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UKPSC Upper PCS Mains 2026 admit card now available for download

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The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission has released the admit card for the Upper PCS Mains 2026 examination. This recruitment targets candidates seeking civil administrative positions within the state, with a total of 123 vacancies announced for the 2025 cycle. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from a recognized Indian university to be eligible. The selection process includes a preliminary exam, followed by the mains and an interview. Candidates who qualified in the preliminary stage are now eligible to download their mains admit card. The mains examination is a crucial step in the recruitment process, and candidates should ensure they have their admit card ready for the exam day. The commission provides updates and notifications through its official website, where candidates can access their admit card and other important information.

UKPSC Upper PCS Mains Syllabus

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Department

Recruitment notification issued by Uttarakhand Public Service Commission.

Stage Level

Held at the National level, applicants from this scope are eligible.

Job Type

Permanent role offered for selected candidates.

Exam Mode

Examination conducted: Offline Computer Based.

Applicants Gender

Eligibility extends to All applicants.

Age Criteria

Minimum Age	21 year old21 year old
Maximum Age	42 year old42 year old
Age Relaxation	Age relaxation for the Civil Upper Subordinate Service is provided according to UKPSC rules and regulations.Age relaxation for the Civil Upper Subordinate Service is provided according to UKPSC rules and regulations.

Vacancy

Detail

Post Name	Total Post
UKPSC Pre Examination 2025UKPSC Pre Examination 2025	123123

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Trends

Points: Year Vacancies
20262026 123123
Computed At: 9th June 20269th June 2026

Year	Vacancies
20262026	123123

Application Fees

Category Wise

Obc	166 Rs/-166 Rs/-
Ews	166 Rs/-166 Rs/-
Sc	76 Rs/-76 Rs/-
St

Important Dates

Applications open	Predicted 7th May 2027Predicted 7th May 2027
Application closes	Predicted 27th May 2027Predicted 27th May 2027
Exam Fee Payment End Date	Predicted 27th May 2027Predicted 27th May 2027
Form Correction Start Date	Predicted 12th June 2027

Important Links

Official Website	Visit psc.uk.gov.in, Official WebsiteVisit psc.uk.gov.in, Official Website
Apply Online	Login (pscuk.net.in), Apply OnlineLogin (pscuk.net.in), Apply Online
Download Notification	Click here
Download Result Notification

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History Collection Target

Rank 239 Target For 5 Year History Collection Required Field Paths Dates Admit Card Release Date Entries Dates Answer Key Release Date Entries Dates Application End Date Entries Dates Application Start Date Entries Dates Exam Date Entries Dates Exam Fee Payment End Date Entries Dates Form Correction Start Date Entries Dates Result Announcement Date Entries Common Vacancy Entries Fee Entries Common Age Criteria History Entries Dynamic Fields Cutoff Entries Dynamic Fields Result Announcement Date Entries

Section	Topics
Prelims Paper-I — General StudiesPrelims Paper-I — General Studies	Current events of national, international and Uttar Pradesh state importance; Indian History — ancient, medieval, modern, freedom movement; History & culture of Uttar Pradesh; Indian & Uttar Pradesh Geography — physical, social, economic; Indian & Uttar Pradesh Polity, Constitution & Governance; Economic & social development; Environmental ecology, biodiversity & climate change; General science & technology; Static GK relevant to Uttar Pradesh.Current events of national, international and Uttar Pradesh state importance; Indian History — ancient, medieval, modern, freedom movement; History & culture of Uttar Pradesh; Indian & Uttar Pradesh Geography — physical, social, economic; Indian & Uttar Pradesh Polity, Constitution & Governance; Economic & social development; Environmental ecology, biodiversity & climate change; General science & technology; Static GK relevant to Uttar Pradesh.
Prelims Paper-II (CSAT — qualifying)Prelims Paper-II (CSAT — qualifying)	Comprehension; Interpersonal skills; Logical & analytical reasoning; Decision making; Mental ability; Class X-level numeracy; Data interpretation.Comprehension; Interpersonal skills; Logical & analytical reasoning; Decision making; Mental ability; Class X-level numeracy; Data interpretation.
Mains — General Studies (multiple papers)Mains — General Studies (multiple papers)	GS Paper-I — Indian heritage & culture, history & geography of India and Uttar Pradesh, world history. GS Paper-II — Indian Constitution, polity, social justice, international relations, governance. GS Paper-III — Indian economy, agriculture, science & technology, environment, security, disaster management. GS Paper-IV — Ethics, integrity & aptitude with case studies.GS Paper-I — Indian heritage & culture, history & geography of India and Uttar Pradesh, world history. GS Paper-II — Indian Constitution, polity, social justice, international relations, governance. GS Paper-III — Indian economy, agriculture, science & technology, environment, security, disaster management. GS Paper-IV — Ethics, integrity & aptitude with case studies.
Mains — Compulsory Language & English Papers (qualifying)Mains — Compulsory Language & English Papers (qualifying)	State language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, translation in the official language of Uttar Pradesh. English language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, grammar.State language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, translation in the official language of Uttar Pradesh. English language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, grammar.
Mains — Optional Subject (where applicable)Mains — Optional Subject (where applicable)	Candidate's chosen optional from the list provided in the Uttar Pradesh PSC notification — usually 25-30 subjects covering humanities, sciences, languages.Candidate's chosen optional from the list provided in the Uttar Pradesh PSC notification — usually 25-30 subjects covering humanities, sciences, languages.
Personality Test / InterviewPersonality Test / Interview	Conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission. Assesses leadership, communication, decision-making, awareness of state-specific affairs and suitability for civil service.Conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission. Assesses leadership, communication, decision-making, awareness of state-specific affairs and suitability for civil service.

Section

Topics

Prelims Paper-I — General Studies

Current events of national, international and Uttar Pradesh state importance; Indian History — ancient, medieval, modern, freedom movement; History & culture of Uttar Pradesh; Indian & Uttar Pradesh Geography — physical, social, economic; Indian & Uttar Pradesh Polity, Constitution & Governance; Economic & social development; Environmental ecology, biodiversity & climate change; General science & technology; Static GK relevant to Uttar Pradesh.

Prelims Paper-II (CSAT — qualifying)

Comprehension; Interpersonal skills; Logical & analytical reasoning; Decision making; Mental ability; Class X-level numeracy; Data interpretation.

Mains — General Studies (multiple papers)

GS Paper-I — Indian heritage & culture, history & geography of India and Uttar Pradesh, world history. GS Paper-II — Indian Constitution, polity, social justice, international relations, governance. GS Paper-III — Indian economy, agriculture, science & technology, environment, security, disaster management. GS Paper-IV — Ethics, integrity & aptitude with case studies.

Mains — Compulsory Language & English Papers (qualifying)

State language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, translation in the official language of Uttar Pradesh. English language paper — comprehension, précis, essay, grammar.

Mains — Optional Subject (where applicable)

Candidate's chosen optional from the list provided in the Uttar Pradesh PSC notification — usually 25-30 subjects covering humanities, sciences, languages.

Personality Test / Interview

Conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission. Assesses leadership, communication, decision-making, awareness of state-specific affairs and suitability for civil service.