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.

    6. Important Links

    Apply Online (Direct Link) Click Here to Apply
    Download Official Notification Download PDF
    Official Website upsssc.gov.in