Heads up if you applied for UPSSSC PET 2026: the commission has revised the exam dates. The Preliminary Eligibility Test will now be held on 25 October, 30 October and 1 November 2026, in two shifts each day (10 AM–12 PM and 3 PM–5 PM). The earlier schedule stands withdrawn.
Applications closed on 7 September 2026, so if you missed it — that’s that. But if you applied, your PET score stays valid for three years and is the gateway to Group B and C recruitments in UP.
UPSSSC PET 2026 – Overview
| Commission | UPSSSC |
| Advertisement | 16-Exam/2026 |
| Exam Dates (revised) | 25 Oct, 30 Oct, 1 Nov 2026 |
| Shifts | 10 AM–12 PM & 3 PM–5 PM |
| Mode | Offline OMR |
Exam Pattern
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 per wrong answer |
| Score Validity | 3 years |
Admit Card
Not released yet. UPSSSC will notify separately on upsssc.gov.in — typically the hall ticket comes 3–5 days before the exam. Download it with your registration number and date of birth, and check your shift timing carefully.
Important Links
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the revised UPSSSC PET 2026 exam dates?
25 October, 30 October and 1 November 2026, in two shifts daily. A revised notice dated 25 September 2026 confirmed this.
Is the UPSSSC PET 2026 admit card out?
Not yet. It's expected a few days before the exam on upsssc.gov.in.
What is the exam pattern?
100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours, offline OMR, with 0.25 negative marking per wrong answer.
How long is the PET score valid?
Three years — it qualifies you to apply for UPSSSC Group B and C recruitments.
Can I still apply?
No. Applications closed on 7 September 2026.
