The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially invited online applications for the recruitment of 722 Excise Constables (Abkari Sipahi). This recruitment is a major opportunity for 12th-pass candidates who have qualified the UPSSSC PET 2025 examination. Below is the comprehensive guide to eligibility, exam pattern, and physical standards.
1. Important Dates (Schedule)
| Activity |
Date |
| Notification Release Date |
May 6, 2026 |
| Online Application Starts |
May 10, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
June 24, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
June 24, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window |
July 1, 2026 |
2. Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Intermediate (12th Standard) exam from a recognized board.
- Mandatory Requirement: Candidates must possess a valid scorecard of UPSSSC PET 2025. Shortlisting for the mains exam will be done based on PET scores.
- Age Limit (As on July 1, 2026):
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- (Age relaxation as per UP Government rules for SC/ST/OBC).
3. Physical Measurement Test (PMT) Standards
Physical fitness is mandatory for this post. Candidates must meet the following measurements:
| Category |
Height (Male) |
Height (Female) |
Chest (Male Only) |
| General / OBC / SC |
167.6 cm |
152.0 cm |
80 cm (Expanded: 85 cm) |
| ST Candidates |
160.0 cm |
147.0 cm |
77 cm (Expanded: 82 cm) |
*Note: Female candidates must have a minimum weight of 40 kg.
4. Detailed Exam Pattern (Mains)
The selection is based on a Written Examination followed by Physical Tests. The exam pattern is as follows:
- Total Questions: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Total Marks: 100 Marks
- Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 (1/4th) marks deducted for each wrong answer.
Subject-wise Marks Distribution:
Part-1: General Studies (History, Geography, Economy, Polity, Science)
| Subject / Topic |
Marks |
| General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh (UP GK) |
20 Marks |
| Computer & Information Technology (IT) |
15 Marks |
| 45 Marks |
| Excise Policies & Legal Provisions (UP Specific) |
10 Marks |
| Data Interpretation (DI) & Numerical Ability |
10 Marks |
5. Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 25/- (Processing Fee for Shortlisting)
- SC / ST: Rs. 25/-
- Note: Main exam fee will be collected separately from shortlisted candidates.
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