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UP Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 722 Posts
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Aabkari Sipahi (Excise Constable) |
| Total Vacancies | 722 (subject to change as per Government directives) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Notification No. | 08-Exam/2026 dated 06-04-2026 |
| Last Updated | 02 Jun 2026 |
722 (subject to change as per Government directives)
Vacancies
24-06-2026
Last Date
Online
Apply Mode
Uttar Pradesh
Location
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Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 04-06-2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 24-06-2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
| Event | Date |
| Date Of Advertisement | 06-04-2026 |
| Physical Standard Test (Pst) & Physical Efficiency Test (Pet) | To be notified after Written Exam result |
Application Fee
General / UR
₹25/- (Online processing fee only; Application fee: NIL)
OBC
₹25/- (Online processing fee only; Application fee: NIL)
SC
₹25/- (Online processing fee only; Application fee: NIL)
Online only - Credit Card / Debit Card / Internet Banking / UPI / SBI e-Challan
Age Limit
| Details | Age is reckoned as on 1st July of the year in which vacancies are advertised. Candidates must have attained 18 years and must not have exceeded 40 years as on the relevant date. Relaxations apply as per UP Government Presidential Directives. |
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Vacancy Details
| Sr. No. | Post Name | Total Posts | Women | Department |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aabkari Sipahi | 612 | Office of Excise Commissioner UP, Prayagraj | |
| 2 | Aabkari Sipahi (Special Selection) | 110 | Office of Excise Commissioner UP, Prayagraj | |
| 3 | 722 | |||
| 4 | Aabkari Sipahi | 122 | Office of Excise Commissioner UP, Prayagraj | |
| 5 | Aabkari Sipahi (Special Selection) | 22 | Office of Excise Commissioner UP, Prayagraj | |
| Total | 722 | 144 |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Aabkari Sipahi (Special Selection) |
| Total Posts | 110 |
| Nature | Permanent & Temporary |
| Ex-Servicemen / Ex-Army | 05 |
| Outstanding Sportsperson | 02 |
Salary & Pay Scale
| Pay Scale | Level-2; Pay Band ₹19,900 - ₹63,200 |
|---|---|
| Details | In addition to Basic Pay, candidates will be entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other allowances as per UP Government rules applicable to State Government employees. |
Selection Process
1Part Subject No. of Questions Total Marks Time
2Part-1 History of India & Indian National Movement; Geography of India & World;
3Part-2 Knowledge of Concepts of Computer & Information Technology and Contempora
4Part-3 General Information related to State of Uttar Pradesh 20 20
5Total 100 100
6Category Standard
7Male - Chest (unexpanded) Minimum 80 cm
8Male - Chest (expanded) Minimum 85 cm
9Male - Height Minimum 167.6 cm
10Female - Weight Minimum 45 kg
11Female - Height (General) Minimum 152 cm
12Female - Height (SC/ST) Minimum 147 cm
13Category Distance Time Limit
14Male 4.8 km 25 minutes
15Female 2.4 km 14 minutes
16Selection will be conducted in the following stages:
17Stage 1 - Shortlisting via PET-2025 Normalised Score
18Candidates will be shortlisted for the Main Examination based on their PET-2025
19category-wise). Candidates scoring zero or negative (Absolute or Normalised) in
20Stage 2 - Written Examination (Main Examination / Likhit Pariksha)
21The question paper will be objective and multiple-choice type. Each correct answ
22Stage 3 - Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
23Candidates shortlisted on the basis of Written Examination marks will be called
24Physical Standard (Sharirik Mapdand):
25Physical Efficiency Test (Running):
How to Apply
- 1Candidates must apply online only through the UPSSSC official website upsssc.gov.in. No application through any other mode will be accepted. Candidates must login using their PET-2025 Registration Number via OTP sent to their registered mobile number / email.
- 2Steps to Apply Online:
- 3Visit upsssc.gov.in → Homepage → Live Advertisement Segment → Click on the relevant advertisement → Download/View the notification.
- 4Login using PET-2025 Registration Number via OTP.
- 5Personal details registered in PET-2025 (name, father's/husband's name, mother's name, UP domicile status, DOB, gender, marital status, contact mobile number, email etc.) will be auto-populated.
- 6Fill in educational qualification details, category/reservation details, and other required information.
- 7Verify Photo and Signature (as uploaded in PET-2025 - cannot be changed).
- 8Select the post applied for and indicate preferential/desirable qualification if applicable.
- 9Complete the Declaration and submit the fee online.
- 10After successful fee payment/reconciliation, the application will be auto-submitted. Download and print the application form.
- 11Application Amendment: Candidates can amend specified fields (correspondence address, category/reservation details such as EWS, DFF, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, gender, outstanding sportsperson, essential/desirable qualification details, and marital status) up to 01-07-2026 through Applicant's Dashboard → Modify Application.
- 12Apply Online at: upsssc.gov.in → Homepage → Live Advertisement Segment → Applicant Segment → Apply Online
Important Instructions
- Only Indian Nationals who appeared in PET-2025 and have a valid UPSSSC Score Card are eligible to apply. Candidates from UP reserved categories must hold a caste certificate issued by a competent authority valid up to the application date or the last date mentioned in the advertisement. EWS candidates must hold an EWS certificate issued between 01-04-2026 and 24-06-2026, based on income of FY 2025-26, valid for FY 2026-27, in the prescribed GoI format. Only UP domicile candidates are entitled to reservation benefits; non-UP domicile candidates will be treated as Unreserved. Ex-Servicemen who retire on or before the last date of application (24-06-2026) are eligible for reservation. For female candidates, caste certificate issued from the father's side only will be accepted. If a candidate claims to be a DFF (Dependant of Freedom Fighter), they must have a certificate as per the GO dated 21 April 2015. PwBD candidates must hold a disability certificate in the updated format issued as per the UP Government GO dated 18-04-2022. Candidates employed in Central/State Government services must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer before participating in the selection process. State Government employees in service will get a relaxation of up to 5 years in the upper age limit. Date of birth as recorded in the High School / equivalent certificate will be accepted; no other document will be considered for date of birth. All future communications will be published on upsssc.gov.in only. Candidates must regularly visit the website. The Commission does not send individual communications. If the examination is held across multiple sessions/days, scores will be normalised as per the process notified on 22 May 2019. Candidates submitting multiple applications — only the last submitted application will be considered. All previous applications will be treated as cancelled. Malpractice, misconduct, or submission of false information at any stage will result in cancellation of candidature and debarment from future examinations as per UP Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act-2024, dated 06-08-2024. Candidates selected under horizontal (क्षैतिज) reservation will be adjusted in their respective vertical category. The Commission's decision regarding eligibility/ineligibility of a candidate shall be final. In case of any discrepancy, the provisions of the relevant Service Rules, Reservation Act, and applicable Government Orders will prevail.
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FAQs
Q1. What is UPSSSC Recruitment 2026 for Excise Constable posts?
UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 is a state‑level main examination conducted by Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission to fill 722 Group ‘C’ Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) posts in the Excise Department based on PET‑2025 scores.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
There are 722 Excise Constable vacancies, including 246 UR, 128 SC, 12 ST, 165 OBC and 61 EWS posts, along with 110 special selection posts as per the detailed notification.
Q3. What are the online application dates for UPSSSC Excise Constable Online Form 2026?
The online registration and fee payment window will open from 04 June 2026 and remain active until 24 June 2026, and the last date for fee reconciliation and application modification is 01 July 2026.
Q4. What is the application fee for UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is Rs 25 for all categories, which is charged as an online processing fee and can be paid through credit card, debit card, net banking, UPI or SBI e‑Challan.
Q5. What is the age limit for UPSSSC Excise Constable Bharti 2026?
Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on 01 July 2026, with upper age relaxation applicable to reserved categories as per Uttar Pradesh government rules.
Q6. What educational qualification and PET requirement are needed for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026?
Applicants must have passed the Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent examination recognized by the UP Board and must have appeared in and qualified the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test‑2025 (PET‑2025) with a valid score card; candidates with zero or negative PET marks are not eligible.
Q7. What is the pay scale for UPSSSC Excise Constable posts?
Selected candidates will receive salary in Pay Level‑2 of the 7th CPC, with a pay band of Rs 19,900 to Rs 63,200 plus admissible allowances as per state government norms.
Q8. What is the exam pattern and selection process for UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
Selection is based on a main written examination of 100 objective questions (2 hours, 0.25 negative marking) followed by Physical Standards Test and Physical Efficiency Test, which are qualifying in nature; final merit is prepared solely on the basis of written exam marks.
Q9. What are the physical standards and running requirements for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026?
Male candidates must have a minimum height of 167.6 cm and chest 80–85 cm, and run 4.8 km in 25 minutes; female candidates must be at least 152 cm in height (147 cm for SC/ST), weigh at least 45 kg and run 2.4 km in 14 minutes.
Q10. How can I apply online for UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
Eligible PET‑2025 qualified candidates must log in to upsssc.gov.in using their PET registration details and OTP, verify auto‑filled personal data and photo/signature, fill remaining details, pay the Rs 25 processing fee online, submit the form and take a printout of the final application for future reference.
What is UPSSSC Recruitment 2026 for Excise Constable posts?
UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 is a state‑level main examination conducted by Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission to fill 722 Group ‘C’ Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) posts in the Excise Department based on PET‑2025 scores.
How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
There are 722 Excise Constable vacancies, including 246 UR, 128 SC, 12 ST, 165 OBC and 61 EWS posts, along with 110 special selection posts as per the detailed notification.
What are the online application dates for UPSSSC Excise Constable Online Form 2026?
The online registration and fee payment window will open from 04 June 2026 and remain active until 24 June 2026, and the last date for fee reconciliation and application modification is 01 July 2026.
What is the application fee for UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is Rs 25 for all categories, which is charged as an online processing fee and can be paid through credit card, debit card, net banking, UPI or SBI e‑Challan.
What is the age limit for UPSSSC Excise Constable Bharti 2026?
Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on 01 July 2026, with upper age relaxation applicable to reserved categories as per Uttar Pradesh government rules.
What educational qualification and PET requirement are needed for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026?
Applicants must have passed the Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent examination recognized by the UP Board and must have appeared in and qualified the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test‑2025 (PET‑2025) with a valid score card; candidates with zero or negative PET marks are not eligible.
What is the pay scale for UPSSSC Excise Constable posts?
Selected candidates will receive salary in Pay Level‑2 of the 7th CPC, with a pay band of Rs 19,900 to Rs 63,200 plus admissible allowances as per state government norms.
What is the exam pattern and selection process for UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
Selection is based on a main written examination of 100 objective questions (2 hours, 0.25 negative marking) followed by Physical Standards Test and Physical Efficiency Test, which are qualifying in nature; final merit is prepared solely on the basis of written exam marks.
What are the physical standards and running requirements for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026?
Male candidates must have a minimum height of 167.6 cm and chest 80–85 cm, and run 4.8 km in 25 minutes; female candidates must be at least 152 cm in height (147 cm for SC/ST), weigh at least 45 kg and run 2.4 km in 14 minutes.
How can I apply online for UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
Eligible PET‑2025 qualified candidates must log in to upsssc.gov.in using their PET registration details and OTP, verify auto‑filled personal data and photo/signature, fill remaining details, pay the Rs 25 processing fee online, submit the form and take a printout of the final application for future reference.