UP PET 2026: PET exam to be held in two shifts between October 23 and 25; find out which subjects will be covered..
UP PET 2026: After a long wait, the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has announced the exam dates for the state's Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026. This is a significant update for candidates preparing for government jobs in Uttar Pradesh. Qualifying for the UP PET is mandatory for recruitment to posts such as Lekhpal, Junior Assistant, Village Development Officer (VDO), X-ray Technician, and other Group-C positions in the state. The exam will be conducted on October 23, 24, and 25, 2026, at designated centers across the state.
According to the UPSSSC exam calendar, UP PET 2026 will be held in offline mode across two shifts. The first shift will take place from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, while the second shift will run from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at various centers across the state. The UP PET 2026 exam will last for 2 hours (120 minutes), during which candidates must answer 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) totaling 100 marks. A negative marking scheme will apply, with a deduction of one-fourth of a mark (0.25 marks) for every incorrect answer.
Admit Card to be Released One Week Before the Exam
Candidates will be able to download their admit cards from the official UPSSSC website, upsssc.gov.in, approximately one week prior to the exam. Details regarding the exam center, shift timing, and essential instructions will be provided on the admit card itself.
Who is Eligible for UP PET 2026?
To apply for UP PET, candidates must have passed the 10th standard examination from a recognized board. Applicants must be between 18 and 40 years of age. However, candidates belonging to reserved categories will be granted age relaxation in accordance with government regulations. **Topics Covered in the Exam**
Questions in the exam will be based on subjects such as Indian History, the Indian National Movement, Geography, Indian Economics, the Indian Constitution, General Science, General Hindi, Elementary Mathematics, Reasoning, Current Affairs, and General Awareness.
**Significance of the UP PET Score**
The UP PET scorecard remains valid for one year from the date the result is declared. During this period, candidates holding a valid PET score can apply for all Group-C main recruitment exams announced by the UPSSSC. Candidates preparing for roles such as Lekhpal, VDO, Junior Assistant, or other Group-C positions can participate in the UP PET.
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