UPSSC: Opportunity for 12th-Pass Candidates—722 Vacancies for Excise Constables in UP; Applicants Up to Age 40 Can Also Apply...
UPSSSC Recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow, has issued a recruitment advertisement for the post of Excise Constable (Excise Sipahi). Through this recruitment drive, a total of 722 vacant posts under the Uttar Pradesh Excise Commissioner, based in Prayagraj, will be filled. Candidates who have appeared for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025) and possess a valid scorecard are eligible to apply online for the Main Examination.
Who Can Apply?
The minimum educational qualification required for candidates is Intermediate (10+2), which must have been passed from the Uttar Pradesh Board of Secondary Education or an equivalent examination recognized by the government. This qualification has been established in accordance with the Excise Constable, Driver, and Toddy Supervisor Service Rules, 1983 (as amended).
In addition to educational qualifications, and provided other criteria are equal, preference will be given to candidates who have served in the Territorial Army for two years or who hold a 'B' Certificate from the National Cadet Corps (NCC). This provision aims to recognize the candidates' additional qualifications and disciplinary experience.
What Are the Age Limit Criteria?
Regarding the age limit, candidates must be at least 18 years old and not more than 40 years old. This age calculation will be based on July 1, 2026. In accordance with government orders, age relaxations will also be granted to eligible candidates as per the applicable rules.
What is the Salary?
Candidates selected for this post will be appointed at Level 2. The salary for candidates will range from ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month. This includes departmental allowances, which may further increase the total monthly income.
Depending on the department's requirements, the status of the post may be either permanent or temporary. This implies that some candidates may be selected for permanent employment, while others may be selected for temporary employment.
How to Apply?
First, visit the official UPSSSC website: upsssc.gov.in.
If you are applying for the first time, click on 'New Registration'. Fill in your personal details and create your login credentials.
After registration, log in using the provided User ID and Password.
Open the application form for the main examination and accurately fill in all required details, such as educational qualifications, age, and contact information.
Submit the application fee via online payment.
Submit the form and take a printout.
Submit the form only after verifying that all the information is correct.
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