UKPSC Lecturer Answer Key 2026: Provisional Answer Key Link Out
The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission has put up an answer key for the Lecturer (Pravakta) exam on the Candidate Corner section of its website. Open the Answer Key page and look for the Lecturer entry; the Commission’s page is the only place to confirm exactly what has been published. Note: this page could not be opened when we prepared this update, so we are not quoting any exam date, paper details or objection window here. Check those on the Commission’s page or notices.
What the advertisement says about answer keys: information on the answer key for objective-type papers is to be given by a separate notice (Para 14(8)). Each question carries four options, and one-fourth of the marks for a question is deducted for every wrong answer. If a question has a printing or factual error, the English version is treated as the standard (Para 14(7)).
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UKPSC Lecturer Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has released the official notification for the Uttarakhand Special Subordinate Education (Lecturer Cadre ‘Group-C’) Service Exam 2025. The posts are under the Secondary Education Department. The commission invited applications for 808 vacancies of Lecturers (Pravakta) across General and Women’s Branches. Selected candidates will be placed in the handsome Pay Level-8 (₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100). The online application ran from 31 December 2025 to 20 January 2026 and is now closed.
Key Highlights of UKPSC Lecturer Bharti 2026
The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) conducts this exam to recruit qualified teachers for the state’s secondary education department. The role of a Lecturer (PGT) commands respect and offers excellent career stability.
- Recruitment Authority: Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC)
- Post Name: Lecturer (Pravakta) – Group C
- Total Vacancies: 808 Posts
- Salary/Pay Scale: ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 (Level-8)
- Job Location: Uttarakhand
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Dates: 31 December 2025 to 20 January 2026
UKPSC Lecturer Vacancy 2026 Breakdown
The recruitment is divided into two branches: General Branch and Women’s Branch. Candidates could apply for one or both branches based on eligibility (males only for General Branch, females for both).
1. General Branch (725 Posts)
| Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Hindi | 78 |
| English | 54 |
| Sanskrit | 62 |
| Physics | 73 |
| Chemistry | 51 |
| Mathematics | 43 |
| Biology | 67 |
| Civics | 111 |
| Economics | 72 |
| History | 42 |
| Geography | 53 |
| Sociology | 13 |
| Art | 02 |
| Commerce | 02 |
| Agriculture | 02 |
| Total | 725 |
2. Women’s Branch (83 Posts)
| Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Hindi | 10 |
| English | 14 |
| Sanskrit | 01 |
| Physics | 07 |
| Chemistry | 03 |
| Mathematics | 06 |
| Biology | 04 |
| Civics | 05 |
| Economics | 12 |
| History | 04 |
| Geography | 09 |
| Home Science | 08 |
| Total | 83 |
Eligibility Criteria for UKPSC Lecturer 2026
Candidates must strictly adhere to the educational and age criteria mentioned in the notification.
Educational Qualification
- Essential:
- Post Graduate Degree (Master’s) in the relevant subject from a recognized university in India.
- LT Diploma from a Govt/Recognized training institute OR B.Ed. Degree from a recognized university.
- Specific Subject Requirements:
- Civics: MA in Political Science.
- Biology: MSc in Botany or Zoology.
- Hindi: MA in Hindi + BA with Sanskrit OR Shastri degree.
- Sanskrit: MA in Sanskrit OR Acharya degree.
- Refer to the official notification for subject-specific detailed qualifications.
Preferential Qualification
- Service in Territorial Army for 2 years.
- NCC ‘B’ or ‘C’ Certificate.
- NSS ‘C’ Certificate.
Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years (Candidates must have been born between 02 July 1983 and 01 July 2004).
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/OBC (Uttarakhand): 5 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 Years (after deduction of service)
Salary and Benefits
Pay and service terms as stated in the advertisement:
- Pay Level: Level-8
- Pay Scale: ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100
- Pension: Contributory pension scheme.
- Status: Non-Gazetted (Group C), temporary/permanent post.
Selection Process Explained
The selection for UKPSC Lecturer involves the following stages:
- Written Examination (Objective Type): Subject-wise objective test.
- Document Verification: Verification of original certificates for successful candidates.
- Medical Examination: Fitness check before joining.
- Note: The detailed exam pattern and syllabus are available in Appendix-1 on the commission’s website.
How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide
The application window is now closed. The steps below are kept for reference.
- Visit Official Website: Candidates went to
psc.uk.gov.in. - Registration: While applications were open, candidates used the “How to Apply” section and registered with a mobile number and email.
- Fill Details: Candidates entered personal details and educational qualifications, and selected the Branch (General/Women) and Subject.
- Upload Documents: A scanned recent photograph and signature were uploaded.
- Pay Fee: The fee was paid via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card or UPI.
- Final Submit: Before the last date, a candidate could cancel and re-apply to fix an error (the earlier fee was not refunded).
- Print: Keep the submitted form’s printout for future correspondence.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 30 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 31 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 20 January 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Correction Window | 28 January 2026 to 06 February 2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee (with Tax) | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹150 | ₹16.36 | ₹166.36 |
| SC / ST (Uttarakhand) | ₹60 | ₹16.36 | ₹76.36 |
| PwBD (Uttarakhand) | Nil | ₹16.36 | ₹16.36 |
| Orphan (Uttarakhand) | Nil | Nil | ₹0 |
Essential Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification Here |
| Official Website | Visit UKPSC Website |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join Now |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Now |
| Uttarakhand Govt Jobs Telegram | Join UK Channel |
| Follow on Arattai | Follow on Arattai |
The UKPSC Lecturer Recruitment 2026 covers 808 Lecturer posts in Uttarakhand’s Secondary Education Department. The application deadline of 20 January 2026 has passed. Good luck!