If you wish to participate in Group-C recruitments—including those for Lekhpal, VDO, and Forest Guard—apply soon; the last date is September 1..

Participation in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (UPSSSC PET) is mandatory for government job openings in Group C posts—such as Lekhpal, VDO, and Forest Guard—in Uttar Pradesh. Therefore, if you aspire to secure a government job—whether you are from UP or another state—you should apply without delay.
Please note that the deadline for submitting the UP PET application form is September 1. Applications can only be submitted online via the official website, upsssc.gov.in.

**Eligibility: From 10th Pass to Higher Education**
To apply for UP PET 2026, candidates must have passed at least Class 10 from a recognized board. Students who complete Class 10 (or an equivalent qualification) by the application deadline are also eligible to apply.
Additionally, candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as of July 1, 2026. Reserved category candidates will receive age relaxation as per the rules.

**Application Fee**
To appear for this exam, candidates belonging to the General, OBC, and EWS categories must pay a fee of ₹185; SC/ST candidates must pay ₹95; and PH (Physically Handicapped) candidates need to pay only ₹25.

**Steps to Fill the Form**
Candidates must first complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process to apply for this exam. The application process consists of four stages:

Step 1: Candidates must first complete the OTR process by clicking on the OTR link on the official website and entering the required details for authentication.
Step 2: Candidates must then register for the exam.
Step 3: Pay the prescribed fee based on the category.
Step 4: Take a printout of the fully filled form and keep it safe.

**Scorecard Valid for 3 Years After Taking the Exam**
UPSSSC has extended the validity of the UP PET scorecard. Once the exam is taken, the scorecard will remain valid for three years.

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