๐ Overview of the Recruitment
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released Advertisement No. 23-Exam/2026 inviting online applications for the posts of Regional Youth Welfare & Development Team Officer and Exercise Instructor. A total of 412 vacancies (368 Youth Welfare Officers + 44 Exercise Instructors) are available under the Directorate of Youth Welfare & Provincial Rakshak Dal, Uttar Pradesh. Applications are open only for candidates who appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025) and hold a valid scorecard.
๐ข Key Highlights
- ๐ข Recruiting Authority: UPSSSC, Lucknow
- ๐ Notification Date: 30 September 2026
- ๐ผ Posts: Regional Youth Welfare & Development Team Officer (368) and Exercise Instructor (44)
- ๐ Total Vacancies: 412
- ๐ Application Mode: Online only via http://upsssc.gov.in
- ๐ Application Period: 16 October 2026 โ 06 November 2026
- ๐ Fee Adjustment & Correction Window: Till 13 November 2026
๐ Eligibility Criteria
- โ Candidates must have appeared in PET-2025 and possess a valid scorecard.
- ๐ Required educational qualifications and age limits must be fulfilled by 06 November 2026.
- ๐ซ Candidates scoring zero or negative marks in PET-2025 will not be shortlisted for the Main Exam.
- ๐ Provisional/Under Investigation candidates in PET-2025 may apply, but their selection will depend on Commissionโs final decision.
๐งพ Application Process
- Visit the official UPSSSC website: http://upsssc.gov.in.
- Login using your PET-2025 Registration Number and OTP sent to your registered mobile/email.
- Fill in personal details, select the desired post(s), and provide educational qualification details.
- Upload required documents and verify all entries carefully.
- Pay the application fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
๐ฐ Application Fee
Application fee must be paid online. Fee reconciliation must be completed by 13 November 2026. Without successful fee payment, applications will not be considered valid.
โ ๏ธ Important Instructions
- ๐ Only one application per candidate is allowed.
- ๐ Reservation benefits require valid caste/EWS certificates issued before the last date.
- ๐ Candidates must provide preference order for posts during document verification.
- ๐ซ Offline applications will not be accepted.
- ๐ All updates will be available only on the official UPSSSC website.
โ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- ๐ What is this recruitment about?
- This recruitment is for 412 posts of Regional Youth Welfare & Development Team Officer and Exercise Instructor under Advertisement No. 23-Exam/2026.
- ๐ What are the application dates?
- Applications will be accepted from 16 October 2026 to 06 November 2026. Fee adjustment and corrections can be made till 13 November 2026.
- ๐ Who is eligible to apply?
- Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and hold a valid scorecard are eligible.
- ๐ซ Can candidates with zero or negative PET scores apply?
- No, candidates with zero or negative marks in PET-2025 will not be shortlisted for the Main Exam.
- ๐ฅ How can I apply?
- Applications must be submitted online through the official UPSSSC website: http://upsssc.gov.in.
- โ๏ธ What documents are required?
- Valid educational certificates, caste/EWS certificates (if applicable), and other supporting documents must be uploaded during application.
- ๐ Can provisional PET candidates apply?
- Yes, provisional/under investigation PET candidates may apply, but their selection will depend on the Commissionโs final decision.
