UPSSSC PET 2025 Notification Released: Apply Online for Uttar Pradesh Preliminary Eligibility Test

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UPSSSC PET 2025: Overview

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025. This exam is a mandatory qualifying test for candidates aspiring to apply for various Group ‘C’ posts under the Uttar Pradesh government. The online application process begins on May 14, 2025, and the deadline to submit applications and fees is June 17, 2025. This article provides comprehensive details about the UP PET 2025 notification, including eligibility, important dates, application process, fees, and exam pattern.

Organization Details: UPSSSC

  • Hiring Body: Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow.
  • Exam Name: Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) – 2025.
  • Purpose: To shortlist candidates for upcoming Group ‘C’ vacancies in various departments under the Uttar Pradesh government.
  • Location: Uttar Pradesh.

UP PET Vacancy Information (Eligibility Test)

It’s important to note that the UPSSSC PET 2025 notification itself does not announce specific vacancies for any particular post. The PET is a preliminary qualifying examination. Candidates who qualify in PET 2025 will become eligible to apply for Main examinations conducted by UPSSSC for various Group ‘C’ posts advertised in the future, based on their PET score. The PET score will be valid for three years from the date the result is uploaded on the commission’s website. The Group ‘C’ posts generally fall within the pay scale of Pay Band-1 (₹5200-20200) Grade Pay ₹1900 and above, up to Pay Band-2 (₹9300-34800) Grade Pay less than ₹4600.

UPSSSC PET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must ensure they meet the following eligibility criteria before applying:

  • Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed High School (10th standard) or its equivalent examination from a recognized board/institution before the last date of application submission (June 17, 2025).
  • Age Limit (as of July 1, 2025):
    • Minimum Age: 18 years.
    • Maximum Age: 40 years.
  • Age Relaxation: Applicable for reserved categories as per Uttar Pradesh government rules.
    • SC/ST/OBC: As per government norms.
    • Skilled Players: 5 years.
    • Ex-Servicemen: 3 years (after deducting service period from actual age).
    • Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 15 years.
    • State Government Employees: 5 years.
    • Candidates claiming age relaxation must provide relevant details and documents during the application process.

Important Dates for UP PET 2025

Mark your calendars with these crucial dates:

  • Notification Publication Date: May 2, 2025.
  • Online Application/Registration Start Date: May 14, 2025.
  • Last Date for Online Registration/Fee Payment/Application Submission: June 17, 2025.
  • Last Date for Fee Adjustment & Application Modification: June 24, 2025.
  • Exam Date: To be announced later via the official website.

Salary & Benefits (Applicable for Group ‘C’ Posts)

As PET is an eligibility test, there is no direct salary associated with it. However, candidates qualifying PET become eligible for Group ‘C’ posts advertised by UPSSSC. The salary structure for these posts typically includes:

  • Pay Band-1: ₹5200 – ₹20200 (Grade Pay ₹1900 and above).
  • Pay Band-2: ₹9300 – ₹34800 (Grade Pay less than ₹4600).
  • Benefits: In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates for Group ‘C’ posts are entitled to various allowances and benefits as per Uttar Pradesh government rules.

UP PET 2025 Selection Process

The selection process involves the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET):

  1. Written Examination (PET):
    • Candidates must appear for the written PET exam.
    • The exam will be objective type with multiple-choice questions.
    • Total Questions: 100.
    • Total Marks: 100.
    • Exam Duration: 2 Hours.
    • Negative Marking: Yes, 1/4th mark (0.25) will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
    • Difficulty Level: Questions from Sr. No. 1-9 in the syllabus will be of Secondary/Senior Secondary level as prescribed by NCERT.
    • Normalization: If the exam is conducted in multiple shifts/days, a normalization process will be applied to scores.
    • Syllabus: Includes Indian History, Indian National Movement, Geography, Indian Economy, Indian Constitution & Public Administration, General Science, Elementary Arithmetic, General Hindi, General English, Logic & Reasoning, Current Affairs, General Awareness, Analysis of Hindi Unseen Passage, Graph Interpretation, and Table Interpretation & Analysis.
  2. Shortlisting for Main Exams: Candidates will be shortlisted for the Main examinations of specific Group ‘C’ posts based on their normalized PET scores. Only candidates with a valid PET scorecard can apply for these Main exams.

How to Apply Online for UPSSSC PET 2025

Follow these steps to apply online:

  1. Visit Official Website: Go to the UPSSSC official website.
  2. Find Notification: Look for the Advertisement No. 01-Exam/2025 for PET-2025. Read the notification carefully.
  3. Candidate Registration: Click on the apply link and complete the registration process by providing basic personal details, contact information, and educational qualifications. Candidates who applied for PET-2021/2022/2023 can use their previous registration number to auto-fill some details.
  4. Photo & Signature Upload: Upload a recent color photograph (within last 6 months, 50kb-100kb, jpg/jpeg) and signature (30kb-50kb, jpg/jpeg) as per the specified guidelines. CAPITAL LETTERS in signatures are not allowed. Write your name in Hindi below the signature.
  5. Fill Remaining Details: Enter permanent and correspondence address, and agree to the declaration. Preview the application before final submission.
  6. Fee Payment: Pay the application fee online via Credit Card/Debit Card/Internet Banking/UPI or offline via SBI e-challan.
  7. Submit Application Form: After successful fee payment, submit the application form.
  8. Print Application Form: Download and take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference. Keep the printout safe as it might be required during document verification.

UP PET 2025 Application Fees

The category-wise application fee (including online processing charges) is as follows:

  • General (Unreserved): ₹185/-
  • Other Backward Class (OBC): ₹185/-
  • Scheduled Caste (SC): ₹95/-
  • Scheduled Tribe (ST): ₹95/-
  • Persons with Disabilities (PwD): ₹25/-

Note: Dependents of Freedom Fighters, Ex-Servicemen, and Women candidates will pay the fee according to their original category (General, OBC, SC, ST).

Official Notification & Apply Links

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Ensure you apply before the deadline (June 17, 2025) and prepare well for the examination. Good luck!