The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow, has officially released Advertisement No. 23-Examination/2026 for the recruitment of 412 vacancies across two distinct departmental cadres: Regional Youth Welfare Officer (Pradeshiya Vikas Dal Adhikari) and Exercise Trainer (Vyayam Prashikshak) under the Directorate of Youth Welfare and Prantiya Rakshak Dal (PRD), Uttar Pradesh. Candidates holding a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Scorecard and a Bachelor degree from a recognized University can submit online applications through the official portal upsssc.gov.in from 16 October 2026 through 06 November 2026.
UPSSSC Advt 23-Exam/2026: Cadre Distribution and Pay Matrix
The 412 vacancies offer stable Group-C executive appointments in Uttar Pradesh state youth administration:
| Designation | Pay Scale & Level | Total Posts | Prescribed Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regional Youth Welfare Officer | Pay Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 - 92,300), GP Rs. 2,800 | 347 Posts | Bachelor Degree in any stream from a recognized University |
| Exercise Trainer (Vyayam Prashikshak) | Pay Level 5 (Rs. 29,200 - 92,300), GP Rs. 2,800 | 65 Posts | Bachelor Degree + D.P.Ed / B.P.Ed from recognized Institute |
| Total Notified Vacancies | 412 Posts | Mandatory UPSSSC PET 2025 Positive Score | |
Selection Process and Examination Scheme
Selection involves a 2-tier competitive screening process adhering to Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection rules:
| Subject Section | Curriculum Domain | Questions / Marks | Duration & Marking Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1: General Intelligence | Logical reasoning, coding-decoding, series, analogies | 25 Questions / 50 Marks | Combined 120 Minutes (2 Hours) |
| Part 2: General Knowledge & UP GK | UP history, geography, economy, sports schemes | 35 Questions / 70 Marks | 0.25 mark (25 percent) negative deduction |
| Part 3: General Science & Arithmetic | High school mathematics, general science principles | 25 Questions / 50 Marks | Included in composite 2 Hours |
| Part 4: General Hindi | Grammar, vocabulary, passage comprehension, idioms | 15 Questions / 30 Marks | Objective multiple choice format |
| Total Written Exam | OMR / CBRT Mode | 100 Questions / 200 Marks | 120 Minutes (Negative 1/4th) |
Previous Year Cutoff Marks and Category Standards
Shortlisting for the Mains Examination is conducted at 15 times the category-wise vacancies based on UPSSSC PET normalized scores. In the prior recruitment iteration for Regional Youth Welfare Officer, the PET shortlisting cutoff closed at 54.25 marks for Unreserved (General) and OBC candidates, while SC closed at 48.50 marks and ST at 41.00 marks.
Candidates clearing the written test must pass compulsory Physical Standard and Physical Fitness Tests (PET):
- Male Physical Standards: Minimum height 167.7 cm (162.6 cm for ST) and unexpanded chest 78.8 cm with 5 cm expansion. Running benchmark: 200 metres run in 24 seconds or 2 km run in 10 minutes.
- Female Physical Standards: Minimum height 152 cm (147 cm for ST) and minimum weight 40 kg. Physical test: 200 metres run in 28 seconds or skipping rope.
Aspirant Suggestions and High-Yield Preparation Strategy
- UP Special General Studies (70 Marks): Concentrate on UP sports policies, PRD organizational manual, state districts, demographic profiles, and recent youth welfare budgets.
- Physical Training Schedule: Begin running and stamina drills simultaneously with written preparation; failing the qualifying physical test results in forfeiture of written merit rank.
- Online Fee Reconciliation: Initial application fee is Rs. 25. The full Mains examination fee is required only upon release of the official shortlisting cutoff list.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the application deadline for UPSSSC Advt 23-Exam/2026?
Online registration and fee payment opens on 16 October 2026 and closes on 06 November 2026. The last date for application adjustments and fee reconciliation is 13 November 2026 on upsssc.gov.in.
Is physical efficiency test mandatory for Regional Youth Welfare Officer posts?
Yes. Male candidates must meet 167.7 cm minimum height and complete a 200-metre sprint in 24 seconds, while female candidates must meet 152 cm minimum height and 40 kg body weight as prescribed in Rule 14 of the PRD recruitment manual.
What is the age limit for UPSSSC Regional Youth Welfare Officer recruitment?
Candidates must have attained the age of 21 years and must not exceed 40 years as on 01 July 2026. Upper age relaxation of 5 years is admissible for SC, ST, and OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh.
What is the negative marking deduction in UPSSSC Advt 23-Exam/2026?
There is an explicit negative marking penalty of 25 percent (one-fourth mark of the total question value) for every incorrect answer marked on the OMR sheet.
Can candidates from outside Uttar Pradesh apply for this recruitment?
Yes. Indian citizens from any state holding a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 scorecard can apply, but they will be considered under the Unreserved (General) category without domicile reservation benefits.