Preparing for the Uttar Pradesh government services requires a strategic approach, and the UPSSSC PET 2026 is the gateway for recruitment into various Group B and C posts. Conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC), this eligibility test assesses candidates on a wide range of subjects. Success in this exam is essential for advancing to subsequent selection stages.
UPSSSC PET 2026 Exam Overview
Before diving into your studies, it is crucial to understand the examination structure. You can track updates on the UP PET Exam Date 2026 Out- Click to Check to ensure your schedule aligns with the official timeline.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission |
| Exam Name | UPSSSC PET 2026 |
| Purpose of Examination | For Recruitment on Group โBโ and โCโ posts |
| Mode of Examination | Offline |
| Negative Marking | ยผ mark will be deducted for each wrong answer |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Time Duration | 2 hours |
| Official Website | http://upsssc.gov.in/ |
UPSSSC PET 2026 Exam Pattern Details
The exam is designed to test candidates through objective-style questions. Familiarize yourself with these core features:
- Objective-type multiple-choice questions
- 100 total questions
- 2 hours duration
- 1/4th mark negative marking
- Difficulty level: NCERT Secondary/Senior Secondary for topics 1-9
Subject-Wise Marking Distribution
To prepare effectively, you must balance your study time according to the marks allocated to each section.
| Subjects | Marks | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| India History | 5 | 5 |
| Indian National Movement | 5 | 5 |
| Geography | 5 | 5 |
| Indian Economy | 5 | 5 |
| Indian Constitution & Public Administration | 5 | 5 |
| General Science | 5 | 5 |
| Elementary Arithmetic | 5 | 5 |
| General Hindi | 5 | 5 |
| General English | 5 | 5 |
| Logic & Reasoning | 5 | 5 |
| Current Affairs | 10 | 10 |
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| Analysis of Hindi Unread Passage - 2 Passages | 10 | 10 |
| Graph Interpretation - 2 Graphs | 10 | 10 |
| Table Interpretation & Analysis - 2 Tables | 10 | 10 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Essential Preparation Resources
Utilize these specific resources to cover your syllabus comprehensively:
- Download the UPSSSC PET Syllabus in Hindi (PDF).
- Stay updated with Current Affairs for the 10-mark section.
- Refine your language skills with English Grammar.
- Study India's Neighbours, World organizations & HQs, and Books & Authors for General Awareness.
- Practice using UPSSSC PET Previous Years Question Papers- Click to Check.
- Review the UPSSSC PET Cut Off Marks [Previous Year]- Click Here to set your target score.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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