UPSSSC PET 2026 Last Date Extended to 7 September, Apply Online
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC)
Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 Deadline Extended
Candidates can now submit online applications and fees up to 07 September 2026.
UPSSSC PET 2026 Last Date Extended to 7 September, Apply Online
Sarkari Chatra Editorial Desk — Last updated: 03 September 2026, 08:45 AM IST
Corrigendum Notice: UPSSSC has issued an official notice extending the registration and online application submission period for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 under Advertisement No. 16-Examination/2026 until 07 September 2026.
UPSSSC PET 2026: Revised Application Schedule
| Exam Conducting Body | UP Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
|---|---|
| Examination Name | Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 16-Examination/2026 |
| Earlier Application Deadline | 31 August 2026 |
| Revised Application Deadline | 07 September 2026 |
| Registration Requirement | Mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) |
| Official Portal | upsssc.gov.in |
Why is UPSSSC PET Mandatory?
Candidates aspiring for Uttar Pradesh state government jobs should understand that PET is not a direct recruitment vacancy for a specific job; rather, it is the compulsory qualifying eligibility gateway for all upcoming Group ‘C’ posts in Uttar Pradesh departments, including:
- Lekhpal (Revenue & Special)
- Junior Assistant / Clerk / Typist
- Gram Panchayat Adhikari (VDO) & Village Development Officers
- Forest Guard, Tubewell Operator, and Departmental Assistants
How to Submit Application Before 7 September
- Visit the official portal at upsssc.gov.in.
- Authenticate your login through your One Time Registration (OTR) number (via OTP or registered password).
- Verify your pre-filled biographical and academic data.
- Fill in the specific declarations for PET 2026 and choose examination city preference if applicable.
- Pay the examination fee online via SBI e-Pay or multi-option payment system.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the final confirmation page for future reference.
Disclaimer: Ensure that your OTR profile details match your Class 10th certificates. PET scorecards remain valid for one year from the date of result declaration.
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