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Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026
Official Exam Code: A-1/E-1/2026-PCS
Exam Date
To Be Announced
Exam Mode
Offline OMR Sheet Based
Eligibility Criteria
Refer Notification
Selection Stages
Single Stage
1. Examination Overview
| Conducting Body / Commission | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
|---|---|
| Official Examination Name | Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026 |
| Examination Reference Code | A-1/E-1/2026-PCS |
| Examination Delivery Mode | Offline OMR Sheet Based |
| Examination Frequency | annual |
| Jurisdiction | Uttar Pradesh State |
2. Important Examination Dates
| Examination Notification & Schedule | 17 Aug 2026 |
|---|
3. Latest Examination Updates & Notices
Official Commission Updates
| Date | Update / Announcement | Source Document |
|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug 2026 | UP Government Expands Mukhyamantri Abhyudaya Free Coaching Scheme to All 75 District Headquarters Exam Advisory | View Document |
4. Examination Stages & Marking Pattern
Preliminary Exam (GS-I & CSAT), Main Written Examination (6 GS Papers + Hindi + Essay), and Viva-voce.
Marking Scheme: Negative marking applicable for incorrect responses (1/3rd or 0.25 marks deduction) as per official scheme.
7. Application Fee & Payment Details
• PAYMENT_MODE: ₹Online Net Banking/E-Challan
• GENERAL_OBC_EWS: ₹125
• SC_ST_PWD_WOMEN: ₹65
Accepted Payment Modes: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or State Bank of India Challan as authorized by the commission.
8. Important Official Examination Links
| Exam Syllabus & Subject Topics | View Complete Syllabus |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Commission Portal | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission Portal |
| Admit Card / Hall Ticket | Check Admit Card Status |
| Answer Key & Objections | Check Official Answer Key |
| Examination Results & Cutoff | Check Exam Results |
9. Related Examinations, Jobs & Updates
Latest News & Advisories for this Examination
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10. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Which authority conducts Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026?
Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026 is officially conducted by Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC).
Q2. What is the exam pattern and scheme for Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026?
Preliminary Exam (GS-I & CSAT), Main Written Examination (6 GS Papers + Hindi + Essay), and Viva-voce.