Organization: Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)
Advt No.: A-1/E-1/2024
Total Vacancies: 947 posts
Official Website: uppsc.up.nic.in
UPPSC PCS Mains 2024: Notification, Exam Schedule, Syllabus, Application & Key Details
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has officially released the details for the Combined State / Senior Subordinate Service (PCS) Examination 2024. The notification is under Advertisement Number A-1/E-1/2024, and a total of 947 posts are available for recruitment.
Vacancy Details:
Initially announced with 220 vacancies, the total number of posts has now increased to 947 under the same Advt No. Key posts include:
- Deputy Tehsildar – 258 posts
- Assistant Commercial Tax Commissioner – 196 posts
- Commercial Tax Officer – 142 posts
- Other posts: Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Block Development Officer, Deputy Jailor, Sub Registrar, etc.
Total Qualified for Mains: 15,066 candidates
Important Dates:
- Prelims Exam Date: December 22, 2024
- Prelims Result: February 28, 2025
- Online Apply Start Date: March 7, 2025
- Online Apply Last Date: March 24, 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: March 24, 2025
- Complete Form Last Date: March 24, 2025
- Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy: April 1, 2025
- Admit Card Release: June 19, 2025
- Mains Exam Dates: June 29, 30 & July 1, 2, 2025
- Result Date: To be updated on uppsc.up.nic.in
Mains Exam Schedule:
- Morning Shift: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Afternoon Shift: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
- Exam Centres: 34 centers in Prayagraj and Lucknow
Eligibility Criteria (as of July 1, 2024):
- Nationality: Indian
- Age Limit: 21 to 40 years
- Relaxation applicable as per rules for reserved categories
- Educational Qualification:
- Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university
- Some posts may require specific degrees (e.g., Law, Master’s)
- Final-year students may apply but must submit final marksheet with Detailed Application Form (DAF)
Physical Standards (for select posts):
Required for posts such as DSP, Excise Inspector, District Commandant Home Guard. Check official notification for detailed standards.
One Time Registration (OTR):
- Mandatory before applying
- Candidates must log in via the Candidate Dashboard on uppsc.up.nic.in
- OTR number is essential to proceed with the application
Mains Application Fee:
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹225 |
| SC/ST | ₹105 |
| PwD | ₹25 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹65 |
UPPSC PCS Mains 2024 Exam Pattern:
- General Hindi – 150 marks (3 hours)
- Essay – 150 marks (3 hours)
- General Studies I–IV – 200 marks each (3 hours each)
- General Studies V–VI (Uttar Pradesh Specific) – 200 marks each (3 hours each)
- Total (Written Exam): 1500 marks
- Interview/Personality Test: 100 marks
- Grand Total (Final Merit): 1600 marks
Syllabus Highlights:
- General Hindi: Grammar, comprehension, precis, letter writing
- Essay: Literature, Society, Politics, Environment, Economy, Technology, etc.
- GS I–IV: History, Geography, Indian Polity, Economy, Ethics, Environment, Current Affairs
- GS V–VI: Uttar Pradesh-specific topics – History, Culture, Economy, Politics, Law & Order, Government Schemes
Exam Schedule:
- Shift I (Morning): 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Shift II (Afternoon): 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
- Exam Centers: 34 centers in Prayagraj and Lucknow
Documents Required on Exam Day:
- Printed Admit Card
- Valid Government ID (Aadhar, PAN, etc.)
- Recent passport-size photos
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- NOC/Experience Certificate (for employed candidates)
- Modified Conventional Form (if applicable)
Preparation Tips:
- Focus on descriptive writing for General Studies and Essay papers
- Prioritize Uttar Pradesh-specific topics for GS V & VI
- Practice mock answers within time limits
- Revise current affairs and core static subjects
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