Opening Overview
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released Advertisement No. 10-Exam/2026 for recruitment to Platoon Commander and Block Organizer posts under the Mains Examination (P.A.P.O.-2025)/11. A total of 295 posts (52 + 243) are available and only PET 2025 qualified candidates can apply online. The last date to apply is 06/07/2026.
Post Details Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post Name | Platoon Commander, Block Organizer |
| Total Vacancies | 295 |
| Qualification | PET 2025 Qualified (for Mains shortlisting) + Post-wise eligibility as per notification |
| Last Date | 06/07/2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply Online | 06/07/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Adjustment / Payment Settlement | 06/07/2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction | 13/07/2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | 25 |
| OBC | 25 |
| SC | 25 |
| ST | 25 |
Payment Note: As per the notification, application fee is ₹0 and candidates have to pay online processing fee ₹25 (total payable ₹25). Fee payment/adjustment must be completed within the prescribed dates.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age relaxation: As per Uttar Pradesh Government rules for reserved categories.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Pay Scale (Approx.) | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Block Organizer | Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | 98 | 48 | 02 | 71 | 24 | 243 |
| Platoon Commander | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | 23 | 11 | 01 | 12 | 05 | 52 |
| Grand Total | 295 |
Eligibility / Qualification
- Candidates must be PET 2025 qualified to be considered for shortlisting for the Mains Examination.
- Shortlisting for the Mains will be based on PET 2025 score (normalized/absolute as applicable) as per UPSSSC rules.
- Candidates with PET 2025 score of zero or less will not be shortlisted for the Mains.
- Candidates marked Under Investigation (UI) / Provisional in PET 2025 may be allowed provisionally, but their candidature will remain subject to final decision by the Commission.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on UPSSSC PET 2025 score
- Mains Written Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST) / Physical Efficiency Test (PET) (as applicable for the post)
- Document Verification
- Final Selection as per rules
Exam Pattern
The Mains written exam will be objective (MCQ).
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
- Negative Marking: 1/4 mark (25%) for each wrong answer
Subject-wise Distribution
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | History of India and Indian National Movement | 5 | 5 | |
| Part-1 | Indian Polity and Indian Constitution | 10 | 10 | |
| Part-1 | Geography of India and World | 5 | 5 | |
| Part-1 | Indian Economy and Social Development | 10 | 10 | |
| Part-1 | Current Events of National and International Importance | 5 | 5 | |
| Part-1 | Sports in India | 5 | 5 | |
| Part-1 | Human Anatomy | 5 | 5 | |
| Part-1 | Environmental Ecology and Disaster Management | 10 | 10 | |
| Part-1 | Data Interpretation | 10 | 10 | |
| Part-2 | Concepts of Computer & IT and contemporary technological development/innovation | 15 | 15 | |
| Part-3 | General information related to the State of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 120 Minutes |
Salary / Pay Scale
- Block Organizer: Pay Level 5, Pay Scale ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
- Platoon Commander: Pay Level 6, Pay Scale ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400
Additional allowances will be applicable as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.