UPSSSC has released its full Exam Calendar for 2026, and if you are preparing for more than one of its recruitment drives, this is the single most useful document to keep open while you plan your study schedule.
The calendar lays out dates for written mains exams, the Preliminary Eligibility Test, physical tests, typing tests and interviews across the year’s major posts, from Junior Assistant and Lekhpal to Forest Guard, Auditor and Stenographer.
This article compiles every date announced so far in one place, explains what the Preliminary Eligibility Test means for your other applications, and flags where the commission itself has labelled a date as proposed rather than final.
UPSSSC PET 2026: The Exam Most Candidates Need First
For most UPSSSC Group B and Group C posts, the Preliminary Eligibility Test acts as the qualifying screening exam before you can apply for the specific recruitment you want. The PET 2026 notification was released on 1 August 2026, with online applications open from 3 August to 1 September 2026.
The exam itself is proposed for October 2026, though UPSSSC has not yet confirmed the exact date. Since PET is a qualifying exam rather than a recruitment exam in itself, there are no vacancies attached to it directly – your PET score is what several other UPSSSC recruitments will draw from later in the cycle.
PET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | Rs 185 |
| SC / ST | Rs 95 |
| PwD | Rs 25 |
**You can pay through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS or Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026: Full Year at a Glance
| Date | Exam / Post |
|---|---|
| 11 January 2026 | Health Worker (Female) Mains Examination |
| 20 January 2026 | Stenographer Mains Examination |
| 1 February 2026 | Junior Assistant Mains Examination |
| 10-19 February 2026 | Forest Guard / Wildlife Guard – PST & Physical Efficiency Test |
| 3 May 2026 | Junior Engineer (Civil) Mains Examination |
| 21 May 2026 | Lekhpal Mains Examination |
| 3 August – 1 September 2026 | PET 2026 – Online Application Window |
| October 2026 (proposed) | Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 |
| 22 November 2026 | Platoon Commander / Band Organiser Mains; Havaldar Instructor Mains |
| 29 November 2026 | Sugarcane Supervisor Mains; Moharrir Mains |
| December 2026 (proposed) | Junior Assistant Typing Test |
| 20 December 2026 | Assistant Accountant & Auditor Mains; Vidhan Bhavan Guard / Forest Guard Mains |
Dates marked “proposed” are as per the commission’s own calendar and may shift. Treat every date on this page as subject to revision until UPSSSC issues the individual exam’s official notice.
How to Use This Calendar
- Check whether the post you are targeting requires a valid PET score first – most Group B and C posts do.
- Mark both the “proposed” month and the confirmed exact date once released, since the two can differ by several weeks.
- If you are preparing for more than one post on this list, plan revision blocks around the exams with fixed dates first, since those are least likely to move.
- Keep checking the official notice board, since UPSSSC has revised proposed dates in past cycles.
Important Links
| Link | Where to Find It |
|---|---|
| UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026 (PDF) | Visit Official Site |
| UPSSSC PET 2026 Application | Visit Official Site |
Related Updates
- UPSSSC PET 2026 – Eligibility, Syllabus & Application Process
- UPSSSC Auditor & Assistant Accountant Mains – Syllabus and Exam Pattern
- UP Police SI Normalized Marks 2025 – How Normalization Works & How to Check Your Score
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is UPSSSC PET compulsory for every recruitment on this calendar?
Most Group B and Group C posts on this calendar require a valid PET score, but always check the specific post’s eligibility notice, since a few recruitments may not.
2. Are the dates on the UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026 final?
No. The commission itself describes several of these as proposed dates. Treat this calendar as a planning guide and confirm the exact date from each exam’s individual official notice closer to the time.
3. When will the UPSSSC PET 2026 exam be held?
PET 2026 is currently proposed for October 2026, though UPSSSC has not announced the exact date yet.
4. Where can I download the official UPSSSC Exam Calendar PDF?
Visit the official website, upsssc.gov.in, and check the Notice Board section for the Exam Calendar 2026 link.
