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Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has issued the notification for Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) Joint Cadre Main Examination 2026 under Advertisement No. 02-Exam/2026. Candidates can use this page to track the Answer Key release and objection process (as per UPSSSC instructions).
Post Details Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post Name | UPPCB Joint Cadre Posts (Main Examination 2026) |
| Total Vacancies | 115 |
| Qualification | PET 2025 qualified (as per UPSSSC rules) + Post-wise eligibility as per notification |
| Category | Answer Key |
| Status | To be released / check official website |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 11/03/2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 02/04/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 22/04/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Reconciliation / Application Correction | 29/04/2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | 25 |
| OBC | 25 |
| SC | 25 |
| ST | 25 |
Payment Mode: As per UPSSSC online system (Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / UPI) and SBI e-Challan as mentioned in the notification.
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 115
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Scientific Assistant | 10 |
| Scientific Assistant (Special Selection) | 5 |
| Draftsman / Cartographer | 22 |
| Legal Assistant | 4 |
| Laboratory Assistant | 2 |
| Environmental Assistant | 35 |
| Assistant Accountant (Special Selection) | 8 |
| Assistant Accountant | 29 |
Answer Key Details
- The Answer Key for UPPCB Joint Cadre Main Examination 2026 will be provided by UPSSSC on its official website.
- Candidates should download the answer key and match their responses.
- If UPSSSC opens an objection window, candidates must submit objections within the deadline mentioned in the answer key notice along with supporting proof (as per commission rules).
Selection Process
- Written Examination (Objective Type)
- Shortlisting based on PET 2025 normalized score (as per UPSSSC rules mentioned in the notification)
- Document Verification (as per requirement)
Exam Pattern
Written Exam: 100 Questions, 100 Marks, 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
Negative Marking: 25% (1/4 mark) deducted for each wrong answer.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Information related to Central Pollution Control Board / Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board | 10 | 10 | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Part 1 | Environmental Awareness | 40 | 40 | |
| Part 1 | Analytical Ability and Data Interpretation | 15 | 15 | |
| Part 2 | Knowledge of concepts of Computer & IT and contemporary technological development and innovation | 15 | 15 | |
| Part 3 | General information related to the State of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Eligibility / Qualification
- Candidates must be PET 2025 qualified and will be shortlisted for the Main Examination based on PET 2025 normalized score as per UPSSSC rules.
- Post-wise essential qualifications are as per UPPCB service rules / notification, including (as visible in the notification):
- Scientific Assistant: Degree in Science / Engineering / Technology / Environment related disciplines as per UPPCB rules.
- Draftsman / Cartographer: Relevant qualification in drawing / mapping / drafting as per UPPCB rules.
- Legal Assistant: Law Graduate and required experience as per UPPCB rules.
- Laboratory Assistant / Environmental Assistant: Intermediate (10+2) with Science or equivalent as per UPPCB rules.
- Assistant Accountant: Commerce / Accounts related qualification as per UPPCB rules.
Age Limit
Age limit details are defined in the notification for the advertised posts. (Candidates should refer to the official notification for category-wise relaxation and cut-off date.)
Salary / Pay Scale
Pay scale is as per the post-wise level mentioned in the notification (e.g., Level-6 for multiple posts; Level-2 for certain posts) and UP Government rules.