UPSSSC or Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission notification will soon be released for Group C and Group B posts on the official website. The application form will also be available along with the notification. The UPSSSC exam is usually held in the month of December and this year also it is expected to be conducted in the month of December. This exam is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh government as a Preliminary Eligibility Test for recruiting for the posts of Group B and Group C. Go through the below guide to know more about the UPSSSC PET exam such as exam pattern, syllabus, eligibility criteria, application process, fees, etc.
Highlights
UPSSSC PET is a state level exam conducted by the UPSSSC to recruit the students for various state government departments and organisations of Uttar Pradesh. Check below the highlights of PET exam:
| Exam Particulars | Exam Details |
| Name of the Exam | UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) |
| Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission |
| Exam Level | State |
| Exam Frequency | Once a year |
| Mode of Examination | Offline |
| Exam Duration | 120 Minutes |
| Language | English, Hindi |
| Post Name/Purpose of the exam | To hire candidates for Group B and C positions. |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Exam Important Dates
Check below the important dates related to UPSSSC PET exam:
| Particulars | Dates |
| UPSSSC PET Notification Released | August |
| UPSSSC PET Application Start Date | To Be Notified |
| UPSSSC PET Last Date to Apply | To Be Notified |
| UPSSSC PET Correction Window | To Be Notified |
| UPSSSC PET Admit Card | To Be Notified |
| UPSSSC PET Exam Date | To Be Notified |
Application Process
After the notification has been released the students will also get access to the application form on the official website. Candidates should fill the form by registering on the official website. Follow the steps given below to fill the form correctly:
- Visit the official website
- Fill out the registration form
- For the PET test click on the apply
- Enter the personal details, qualifications and other related details
- Upload the scanned image of passport size photo and signature
- Complete the application by submitting the form and paying the application fees
Exam Application Fees
Check below the exam application fees for the UPSSSC PET:
| Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total Amount |
| UR/OBC | 160 | 25 | 185 |
| SC/ST | 70 | 25 | 95 |
| PH | Nil | 25 | 25 |
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria will be disclosed alongwith the notification PDF in terms of educational qualifications, age limitations, etc. Aspiring candidates must satisfy the requirements in order to be eligible for the UPSSSC exam:
Educational Qualification
Check below the educational qualification for the exam:
| UPSSSC PET Eligibility Criteria 2024 Educational Qualification | |
| Criteria | Details |
| Minimum Qualification | Class 10th or equivalent |
| Recognized By | Any recognized board |
| Higher Qualification | Accepted |
Age Limits
Check below the age limits for UPSSSC PET exam:
| UPSSSC PET Eligibility Criteria Age Limit | |||
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Age Relaxation |
| General | 18 years | 40 years | No Relaxation |
| SC/ST/OBC | 18 years | 40 years | 5 years |
| PwD | 18 years | 40 years | 15 years |
UPSSSC PET Exam Pattern
Check below the exam pattern based on previous years for UPSSSC PET exam:
| Subject | Marks |
| India History | 5 |
| Indian National Movement | 5 |
| Geography | 5 |
| Indian Economy | 5 |
| Indian Constitution & Public Administration | 5 |
| General Science | 5 |
| Elementary Arithmetic | 5 |
| General Hindi | 5 |
| General English | 5 |
| Logic & Reasoning | 5 |
| Current Affairs | 10 |
| General Awareness | 10 |
| Analyse Hindi Unread Passages – 2 | 10 |
| Graph Interpretation – 2 Graphs | 10 |
| Table Interpretation & Analysis – 2 Tables | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
UPSSSC PET Syllabus
The exam pattern consists of different subjects that consist of different topics. Check below the prescribed syllabus by the UP PET board:
Current Affairs
- National current affairs
- International current affairs
General Awareness
- India’s neighbours
- Countries, Capitals & Currencies
- The Indian States & UTs
- Indian Parliament
- Days of National & International Importance
- World organizations & HQs
- Indian tourism destinations
- Indian art & culture
- Indian & International Sports
- Indian research institutes
- Books & authors
- Awards & honors
- Climate change & environment
How to get the UPSSSC PET Admit Card ?
The UP board will release the UP PET admit card for those who will fill the application form on the official website. The students are required to download the admit card and get a hard copy of the same as no admit card will be sent by the commission to the individual candidates. Follow the below given steps to download the admit card for UPSSSC PET exam:
- Login to the official website of UPSSSC
- Click on the exam interview tab
- Click on the option of downloading the admit card
- Enter the details required and download the admit card
Details Mentioned on the Admit Card of UPSSSC Exam
Check the list of details that are required to be checked by the students when they receive their admit card:
- Exam name
- Candidate’s name
- Father’s name
- Mother’s name
- Registration number
- Roll number of applicant
- Category and Gender
- Date of birth
- Exam date
- Exam time & shift
- UP PET exam centre name and address
- Exam day instructions
UPSSSC PET Cut-Off
Check below the required cut off to get job in various Group B and Group C posts:
| Category | Expected Cut-Off Marks |
| General/UR | 60-65 marks |
| OBC | 58-63 marks |
| EWS | 57-62 marks |
| SC | 55-60 marks |
| ST | 50-55 marks |
| Female of all Candidates | 58-63 marks |
| Freedom Fighter Family | 50-55 marks |
| PwD | 45-50 marks |
FAQs
Candidates should have passed 10th board from a recognised board. However, equivalent qualification as a 12th grade or higher is also acceptable.
The minimum age limit is 18 years and the maximum age limit is 40 years. Reserved category students will get age relaxation as per the government norms.
There is no restriction on the number of Attempts. Students can appear for the PET exam as many times provided they meet the eligibility criteria and age limit.
