The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC), 10, Kasturba Gandhi Marg, Civil Lines, Prayagraj, has officially released the advance Examination District / City Intimation Slip for the Assistant Town Planner (Mains) Written Examination 2026 under Advertisement No. A-2/E-1/2026. Candidates who qualified the preliminary screening test can access their allotted examination city details on the commission portal at uppsc.up.nic.in. The advance slip allows aspirants to arrange travel and lodging ahead of hall ticket release.
UPPSC Assistant Town Planner 2026: Examination Schedule and City Intimation
The official notification outlines key examination operational details:
| Particulars | Official Examination Specifications |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC Prayagraj) |
| Post Designation | Assistant Town Planner (Sahayak Nagar Niyojak - Gazetted) |
| Advertisement Number | Advt No. A-2/E-1/2026 |
| Designated Test Cities | Prayagraj and Lucknow Examination Centres |
| Official Portal | uppsc.up.nic.in |
Selection Process and Mains Examination Scheme
The Assistant Town Planner Mains examination consists of two rigorous descriptive papers:
- Paper-I: General Hindi & Essay (100 Marks): 2 hours duration. General Hindi covers grammar, comprehension, and official letter drafting (50 marks). Essay writing requires drafting an essay on contemporary social, environmental, or urban development issues (50 marks).
- Paper-II: Town Planning & Architectural Engineering (300 Marks): 3 hours duration. Conventional descriptive paper testing Urban Master Plans, GIS-based zoning, transport planning, housing economics, building bye-laws, and National Building Code (NBC) norms.
- Final Merit Compilation: Compiled out of 400 total marks across Paper-I and Paper-II. Under UP government service rules, there is no interview stage for this technical post.
Step-by-Step City Intimation Download Procedure
Aspirants must follow these steps on uppsc.up.nic.in:
- Visit the official commission portal at uppsc.up.nic.in.
- Click on 'Know your Exam City / District for Assistant Town Planner Mains 2026'.
- Enter your UPPSC One Time Registration (OTR) Number and Password or Date of Birth.
- Verify the displayed examination district (Prayagraj or Lucknow) and test date.
- Download the intimation slip for travel reservations. Note that the final admit card specifying the exact school venue will be issued 4 days prior to the exam.
Previous Year Cutoff Marks and Category Standards
In the previous UPPSC Assistant Town Planner examination, the final qualifying cutoff out of 400 marks closed at 248.50 marks for Unreserved candidates, 234.00 marks for OBC, 228.00 marks for EWS, and 205.50 marks for SC candidates. Candidates must achieve at least 40 percent aggregate marks (35 percent for SC/ST) to qualify.
Aspirant Suggestions and High-Yield Preparation Strategy
- Travel & Accommodation: Secure rail or bus reservations to Prayagraj or Lucknow immediately upon confirming your district slip to avoid peak travel rush.
- Descriptive Answer Drafting: Practice drawing neat cross-sectional diagrams for urban road hierarchies, storm water drainage layouts, and land use zoning matrices in Paper-II.
- General Hindi Letter Formats: Memorize statutory UP government formats for Government Orders (Shasanadesh), Circulars (Paripatra), and Notifications (Vigyapti).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is the City Intimation Slip the same as the Admit Card?
No. The city intimation slip only confirms your allotted test city; the final admit card specifying the exam venue is issued separately on uppsc.up.nic.in.
Which cities are designated for the UPPSC Assistant Town Planner exam?
Under official commission orders on uppsc.up.nic.in, examination centres are located strictly across Prayagraj and Lucknow districts.
What is the total marks weightage in UPPSC ATP Mains?
The Mains examination carries a total of 400 marks (100 marks for Paper-I General Hindi & Essay plus 300 marks for Paper-II Town Planning).
Is there an interview stage in UPPSC Assistant Town Planner?
No. Selection is 100 percent based on marks secured in the 400-mark written Mains examination.
What credentials are required to check the exam city slip?
Candidates must enter their UPPSC One Time Registration (OTR) Number and Date of Birth on uppsc.up.nic.in.