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UPSSSC PET Exam 2024: Latest News, Date, Eligibility, Salary & Vacancies

February 9, 2024

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In Uttar Pradesh, India, the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) recruits candidates for various subordinate services. The commission was established in November 1988 and its headquarters is in Lucknow. The UPSSSC conducts examinations and interviews to select candidates for positions such as junior assistant, clerk, stenographer, forest guard, and many more. The commission aims to provide equal opportunities to all eligible candidates in the state and ensure transparency in the UPSSSC PET recruitment process.

The UPSSSC has recently announced the recruitment notification for the year 2024, which is expected to create many job opportunities for candidates who are looking to start their careers in the government sector. The notification includes vacancies for different posts in various departments such as the Forest Department, Transport Department, and Revenue Department.  It is a prestigious organization, that offers candidates a platform to display their skills and contribute to the development of the state.

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UPSSSC Exam 2024: Overview

Below are the essential highlights of the UPSSSC PET 2024 Recruitment examination:

EventInformation
NameUPSSSC Recruitment 2024
Conducted byUttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission
Posts OfferedVarious subordinate services in Uttar Pradesh
Mode of ApplicationOnline
Exam ModeOnline and Offline
Exam duration2 hours
Selection procedureWritten Exam
Application FeesGeneral, OBC – Rs. 185
SC/ST- Rs. 95
PWD- Rs. 25
Official Websiteupsssc.gov.in
Eligibility Criteria10th/12th/Graduation degree as per the post
Selection ProcessWritten Examination and Interview
Job LocationUttar Pradesh
Number of VacanciesTo be announced    

UPSSSC Exam 2024: Notification

The official UPSSSC PET Notification 2024 will be published on @upsssc.gov.in. All of the crucial information about the UPSSSC PET Exam 2024 will be condensed into the announcement.

UPSSSC 2024: Exam Date

The examination dates for UPSSSC PET 2024 have been provided below as announced:

EventsDates
Release of Official UPSSSC PET NotificationTo Be Notified
UPSSSC PET Apply Online 2024 StartsTo Be Notified
Last Date for Online ApplicationTo Be Notified
Fee Submission & Correction window closing dateTo Be Notified
UPSSSC PET Admit Card 2024To Be Notified
UPSSSC PET Exam Date 2024To Be Notified
UPSSSC PET Answer Key 2024To Be Notified
Declaration of the UP PET ResultTo Be Notified

UPSSSC Eligibility Criteria

Before applying for the UPSSSC PET 2024 Exam, candidates should check the Eligibility Criteria. There are certain Educational Qualifications and Age Limitations that a candidate should maintain before applying for the Examination. The basic UPSSC Eligibility Criteria are:

Nationality/Citizenship

  • Candidates should be a citizen of India
  • The job posting does not explicitly require the candidate to be a resident of Uttar Pradesh. However, those who are interested in securing a job placement in the state may apply, as Uttar Pradesh is the sole location for this opportunity.

Educational Qualification

  • The minimum qualification the candidate needs to have is class 10th passed out. Graduates and candidates with higher qualifications can also apply.
  • Candidates who have studied through Distance Mode or in NIOS can also apply.

Age Limit

The minimum age for candidates is 18 years old; the maximum age is 40 years old.

AGE LIMIT RELAXATION ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR UPSSSC PET 2024

The following categories are eligible for age relaxations:

CategoryAge Relaxations
SC/ST/OBC5 years
Meritorious Sportsperson5 years
PWD15 years

UPSSSC Application

To apply for the Examination for Groups C and D post, interested candidates can submit their applications online through the UPSSSC official website. Before filling up the application form, it is advised to read the detailed notification provided on the website.

Online Registration

To complete the UPSSSC PET online registration form for 2024, you will need to provide the following documents:

  • Your 10th scorecard
  • Your 12th result
  • Your Aadhaar card
  • A passport-sized photograph that was taken within the last six months
  • Your signature

How To Apply For UPSSSC Application?

The following steps need to be followed while filling up the application form:

  • Visit the UPSSSC official website at http://UPSSSC.gov.in/.
  • Click on the recruitment notification and proceed to the application form.
  • Check the eligibility criteria and go through the details mentioned in the notification.
  • Click on the application form to apply.
  • Provide accurate personal, communication, and academic details.
  • Upload the scanned copy of your signature, passport-sized photograph, and all the other necessary documents in the prescribed format.
  • Double-check the application form before proceeding to the payment gateway.
  • The payment can be made both online and offline.

Save and print the application form and the payment receipt for future reference.

UPSSSC Exam Application Fees

Only those students who have completed their UPSSSC PET application form and have paid the registration fee will be permitted to appear for the UPSSSC PET 2024 examination. To pay the Online Fee, please refer to the table below for the UPSSSC PET fee structure. The payment can be made using a debit/credit card, internet banking, or SBI e-challan.

CategoryRegistration FeesOnline Processing FeesTotal
GeneralRs. 160Rs. 25Rs. 185
OBCRs. 160Rs. 25Rs. 185
SCRs. 70Rs. 25Rs. 95
STRs. 70Rs. 25Rs. 95
PWDRs. 25Rs. 25

UPSSSC Exam Admit Card

The steps to download the UPSSSC 2024 Admit Card are given below:

Step 1: Go to the official website.

Step 2: Click on the UPSSSC Admit Card option and enter your valid login credentials.

Step 3: Download the Admit Card. Candidates must have the Admit Card to be allowed to take the examination; this is a crucial requirement to keep in mind. It is also important for candidates to carefully read and follow the instructions on the Admit Card. In addition to the Admit Card, candidates should bring one valid ID proof (such as a Passport, Aadhar Card, PAN card, Voter Card, or Driver’s License) and a photocopy of the ID proof.

Admit Card Details

The Admit Card for UPSSSC 2024 contains the following details about the candidate:

  • Name
  • Roll number
  • Date of birth
  • Category
  • Exam date and slot
  • Exam timings
  • Reporting time
  • Entry closing time
  • Examination center name and complete address
  • Candidate’s photograph and signature
  • Instructions for the candidate

UPSSSC Exam Center

The UPSSSC exam takes place at multiple locations throughout Uttar Pradesh, and candidates can choose their desired exam center from a variety of options. The following are the available examination centers:

AgraBastiHapurRampur
AllahabadBulandshahrHamirpurRae Bareilly
AligarhChandauliHardoiSaharanpur
AmethiChitrakootHathrasShamli
Ambedkar NagarDeoriaJhansiSitapur
AuraiyaEtahJalaunShahjahanpur
AzamgarhEtawahAmrohaSant Kabir Nagar
BarabankiFirozabadJaunpurSambhal
BadaunFarrukhabadKanpur DehatVaranasi (kasha)
BagpatFatehpurKasganjSonbhadra
BahraichFaizabadKannaujSant Ravidas Nagar
BijnorGautam Buddha NagarKanpur NagarSultanpur
BalliaGondaKaushambiShravasti
BandaGhazipurKushinagarUnnao
BalrampurGorakhpurLalitpurVaranasi (kasha)
BareillyGhaziabadLakhimpur KheriPratap Garh
LucknowMauMeerutPilibhit
MahobaMirzapurMaharjganjMuzaffarnagar
MoradabadManipuriMathura 
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UPSSSC Exam Pattern

The PET Examination by UPSSSC is conducted in the offline mode. In addition to being familiar with the application process, candidates need to remain informed about the latest exam pattern for UPSSSC PET. Further details regarding the exam pattern are outlined below:

  • The examination consists of 100 objective-type questions (MCQs), each worth 1 mark. Candidates must complete the paper within 2 hours.
  • Each question includes multiple options and candidates must select the correct option.
  • The UPSSSC PET Exam has a negative marking criterion of 25%.
  • This means that 1/4 of a mark is deducted for each incorrectly answered question.
ParticularsDetails
UPSSSC PET Full FormUttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET)
Exam Conducting BodyUttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC)
Mode of ExaminationOffline Mode (OMR-Based)
Type of QuestionsMultiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Number of Questions100 Questions
Duration of Exam2 Hours (120 Minutes)
Total Marks100 Marks
Negative Marking¼ Mark for Each Incorrect Answer

UPSSSC Exam 2024: Topics

The UPSSSC PET Exam covers a diverse range of topics, with no fixed allocation of marks for each one. However, we have outlined the marks weightage for each topic in the exam, as based on previous years’ UPSSSC papers. Please refer to the table below for an estimate of the number of questions that may be asked about each topic:

TopicsNo. of QuestionsMarks
Indian History0505
Indian National Movement0505
Geography0505
Indian Economy0505
Indian Constitution & Public Administration0505
General Science0505
Elementary Arithmetic0505
General Hindi0505
General English0505
Logical Reasoning0505
Current Affairs1010
General Awareness1010
Analysis of 2 unread passages1010
Graph Interpretation1010
Table Interpretation Analysis1010
Total100100

To gain a general understanding of the number of questions that may appear in the UPSSSC PET Exam, candidates should focus on the topics that carry greater weight.

UPSSSC Exam 2024: Syllabus

The syllabus for the UPSSSC PET Exam encompasses a diverse array of subjects and topics. Our provision of the exam syllabus below can aid in identifying the possible question types. The UPSSSC PET Exam Syllabus encompasses the following subjects:

UPSSSC SubjectsUPSSSC Topics
Logical ReasoningCoding-Decoding
Series Questions (Large and Small)
Order and Ranking
Statement-Conclusion
Calendar and Days
Mirror Images
Cause and Effect
General AwarenessNational and Worldwide Current Affairs
India’s Neighbors
Countries, Capitals, and Currencies
The Indian States & UTs
Indian Parliament
National and International Days
World Organizations
Indian Tourism Destination
Indian Art & Culture
Indian & International Sports
Indian Research Institutes
Books and Authors
Awards and Honors
Climate Change and Environment
General HindiSynonyms & Antonyms
Gender of Nouns
Idioms and Phrases
Common Errors
Writing & Composition
Unseen Passages
General EnglishActive Passive Voice
Antonyms and Synonyms
Fill in the Blanks
English Vocabulary
Error Spotting
English Comprehension
General ScienceScientists and Inventions
Scientific Names
Units of Measurements
Unit Conversion
General Chemical Names
Basic knowledge of elements
Uses of various elements
Indian History & National MovementIndus Valley Civilization
Buddhism
Vedic Culture
Jainism
Gupta, Maurya & Harshvardhan Dynasty
Rajput, Sultanate & Mughal Period
Legislative Amendment and the British India Act, 1935
Maratha
Quit India Movement
The Rise of the British Raj and the first freedom struggle
Social & Economic Impact of the British Raj
The early years of the Independence Movement
Swadeshi and Civil Disobedience Movement
Revolutionary Movement and the Rise of Extremism
Indian Economy1991 Economic Reforms
Post-2014 Economic Reforms
Indian Economy Before and After Independence
Various Economical Schemes and Plans
Important Economic Statistics and Figures
GDP and Per Capita Income
GeographyVarious Geographical Terms
Climate and Weather of India
Indian and World Political Geography
Mountains and Plateaus of India
Indian Rivers and Location
Time Zones
Desserts
Dry Areas
Wetlands
Forests
Mineral Resources
Glaciers
Groundwater Resources of India
Indian Constitution & Public AdministrationSalient Features of the Indian Constitution
Framing of the Indian Constitution
Fundamental Duties and Rights
Important Articles of the Indian Constitution
Parliamentary System
Federal System
Indian States and UTs
District Administration
Panchayati Raj
Local Bodies
Elementary ArithmeticBasic Arithmetic Problems
Simple and Compound Interests
Ratio and Proportion
Average of Numbers
Square and Square Roots
Cube and Cube Roots
Whole Numbers
Fractions
Decimals.

To check out UPSSSC Previous Year Questions, Click Here

UPSSSC Result and Cutoffs

Following the UPSSSC PET Exam in 2024, the Expected Cut Off for UPSSSC PET will be determined. According to the category of the candidates, UPSSSC PET 2024 Cut Off scores will differ.

UPSSSC Cutoffs 2024

CategoryExpected Cutoff Marks
General65-72
OBC61-65
SC55-60
ST54-58

To obtain the UPSSSC PET Cutoff for 2024, follow the steps given below:

  • Visit the official website of UPSSSC PET at http://upsssc.gov.in/ to access the cutoff.
  • Look for the Result link on the webpage and click on it.
  • Locate and click on the UPSSSC PET Cutoff link.
  • The cutoff will be presented in a PDF format.
  • Candidates may download both the Cutoff and marks PDF for their reference.

UPSSC Cutoffs Factors

The cutoff for UPSSSC PET 2024 is determined based on various factors, including:

  • Marks achieved by candidates in the exam.
  • Total number of available vacancies.
  • The level of difficulty of the paper.
  • Cutoffs from the previous year.

Performance of the candidate in the examination.

UPSSSC 2024 Result

Following the completion of the examination, the Result is typically announced promptly by the commission. To check the Result online, the steps below can be followed. Additionally, candidates may obtain the previous question papers in PDF format, complete with answer keys, by downloading them from here. Detailed information regarding vacancies for the year 2024 can also be found.

The UPSSSC outcome could include crucial information about the applicants, such as their name, roll number, registration number, marks, category, date of birth, email address, and more.

To access your UPSSSC result/scorecard, follow these steps:

  • Go to the UPSSSC official website – upsssc.gov.in.
  • From the homepage menu, select the option for “Results.”
  • Locate the specific UPSSSC result you need from the list and click on the corresponding link.
  • Provide your registration ID and password on the subsequent page and submit the information.
  • Your result/scorecard will then appear on the screen. Download and save it for future reference.

UPSSSC Selection Process

The candidate’s final selection is based on the merit list, and the selection process consists of the following stages:

  • Written Exam, comprising of Preliminary and Main Exams.
  • Candidates who pass the Prelims are eligible to appear for the Mains Exam.
  • A candidate’s overall merit marks are taken into account when shortlisting them for the Mains Examination.
  • A typing test may be conducted, depending on the requirements of the post.
  • Sometimes, a Personal Interview is also conducted as per the post’s demand.
  • Finally, the candidates have to undergo document verification following the final merit list.

UPSSSC Salary 2024

The salary for various positions such as Computer Operator, Junior Assistant and Clerk, Stenographer, Cane Supervisor, and Lower Subordinate Services offered by UPSSSC falls in the range of Rs 1,900 to Rs 4,600. The table below displays the salary details for each post.       

PostsUPSSSC Salary
Women Health workerRs 21,700-Rs 69,100
Revenue LekhpalRs 21,700 – Rs 69,100
Agricultural Technical AssistantRs 19,900 – Rs 63,200
Junior AssistantRs 21,700- Rs 69,100
Internal AccountsRs 29,200 – Rs 92,300
AuditorRs 29,200- Rs 92,300
Sugarcane SupervisorRs 25,500- Rs 81,100
Laboratory TechnicianRs 29,200- Rs 92,300
Forest GuardRs 19,900 – Rs 63,200

The positions come with numerous perks and benefits, including travel allowance, house rent allowance (HRA), and dearness allowance (DA). Depending on the job, the salary and benefits can amount to anywhere between Rs 25,000 to Rs 37,000. The additional benefits that augment the basic salary are travel allowance, HRA, and DA.

To read more about UPSSSC Salary 2024, Click Here

UPSSSC Tips

UPSSSC or Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission is a very competitive exam that requires thorough preparation and dedication. Some study tips that can help candidates of UPSSSC PET for the 2024 examination are:

  • Create a study schedule: Begin by creating a schedule that encompasses all the topics mentioned in the syllabus. This approach will assist you in managing your time and ensuring that you cover all the essential subjects before the exam.
  • Comprehend the exam pattern and syllabus: Gain familiarity with the exam pattern and syllabus. Be aware of the number of questions, marks allotted, and exam duration.
  • Practice previous year’s question papers: Attempt the previous year’s question papers to understand the exam’s question format. This exercise will help you recognize significant topics and prepare accordingly.
  • Focus on the basics: Make sure you have a clear understanding of the basic concepts in each subject. This will help you solve complex problems and questions easily.
  • Take online mock tests: Take online mock tests to evaluate your preparation level. This will help you identify your weaknesses and strengths, and work on them accordingly.
  • Make notes: Make notes of important formulas, concepts, and shortcuts. This will help you revise quickly and efficiently.
  • Stay updated: Keep yourself updated with the latest news and events related to the exam. This will help you prepare for the current affairs section of the exam.
  • Practice time management: Time management is crucial in the exam. Practice solving questions within the given time frame.
  • Stay focused and motivated: Stay focused and motivated throughout your preparation. Believe in yourself and stay positive
  • Take breaks: Take regular breaks to avoid burnout. Relax and rejuvenate your mind and body.

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FAQs

What is UPSSSC PET 2024?

UPSSSC PET 2024 refers to the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission recruitment exam that will be conducted in 2024.

What is the purpose of the UPSSSC PET 2024 exam?

The purpose of the UPSSSC PET 2024 exam is to select candidates for various government job vacancies in Uttar Pradesh.

What are the eligibility criteria for UPSSSC PET 2024?

The eligibility criteria for UPSSSC PET 2024 may vary depending on the specific job vacancy. Generally, candidates must be between 18-40 years of age and have completed their 10th, 12th, or graduation from a recognized institution.

How can I apply for UPSSSC PET 2024?

Candidates can apply for UPSSSC PET 2024 by visiting the official website of UPSSSC and filling out the online application form.

What is the selection process for UPSSSC PET 2024?

The selection process for UPSSSC PET 2024 will generally include a written examination, followed by an interview or skill test, and document verification.

What is the syllabus for the UPSSSC PET 2024 exam?

The syllabus for UPSSSC PET 2024 may vary depending on the specific job vacancy. Generally, it includes topics such as General Knowledge, General Science, Mathematics, Hindi, and English.

When will the UPSSSC PET 2024 exam be conducted?

The exact date for the UPSSSC PET 2024 exam has not been announced yet. Candidates are advised to keep a check on the official website for updates.

What is the exam pattern for UPSSSC PET 2024?

The exam pattern for UPSSSC PET 2024 may vary depending on the specific job vacancy. Generally, it includes multiple-choice questions and negative markings for incorrect answers.

Is there any negative marking in the UPSSSC PET 2024 exam?

Yes, there is a negative marking in the UPSSSC PET 2024 exam for incorrect answers.

How can I prepare for UPSSSC PET 2024?

Candidates can prepare for UPSSSC PET 2024 by studying the syllabus, practising the previous year’s question papers, and taking mock tests. They can also refer to various study materials and online resources.