Online applications are invited for 1156 posts under advertisement 24. Online registration opens on 3 November 2026. The last date for online application submission is 25 November 2026. Candidates with Preliminary Eligibility Test PET-2025 score can apply online. Pay ranges from Rs 35400 to Rs 112400 by post. Selection is through written examination.
Recruitment Summary and Notification Framework
| Recruitment Feature | Official Provision Details |
|---|---|
| Commission Authority | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission Lucknow |
| Advertisement Identifier | Notice 24 |
| Notification Release Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Designated Engineering Cadre | Junior Engineer Mechanical (Mechanical Engineering) |
| Total Sanctioned Posts | 1,156 Vacancies across State Engineering Departments |
| Pay Matrix Level | Pay Matrix Level 6 (Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400) |
| Application Channel | Online Application System at upsssc.gov.in |
| Commencement of Registration | 3 November 2026 |
| Registration and Fee Deadline | 25 November 2026 |
| Application Form Modification Closes | 2 December 2026 |
| Selection Assessment | Single Written Examination based on PET-2025 score |
| General Age Boundaries | 18 to 40 Years |
| Applicable Processing Fee | Rs 25 for all applying candidates |
| Commission Postal Code | 226010 Lucknow Uttar Pradesh |
Crucial Registration Timetable
| Event Milestone | Prescribed Calendar Date | Operational Directives |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Issuance | 12 October 2026 | Uploaded on official website upsssc.gov.in |
| Registration and Payment Activation | 3 November 2026 | Candidate login and submission window commences |
| Registration and Fee Submission Cutoff | 25 November 2026 | Final cut-off deadline for fee payment and submission |
| Application Modification Deadline | 2 December 2026 | Permitted modifications window closes |
| Written Examination Schedule | To be announced separately | Commission will release exam dates on portal |
Departmental Cadre Vacancies and Salary Scale
| Department Serial | Engineering Designation | Pay Scale (INR) | Pay Level | Total Vacancies | Cadre Nature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Junior Engineer (Mechanical Engineering) | Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400 | Pay Matrix Level 6 | 270 | Permanent |
| 02 | Junior Engineer (Mechanical Cadre) | Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400 | Pay Matrix Level 6 | 304 | Permanent |
| 03 | Junior Engineer (Mechanical Works) | Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400 | Pay Matrix Level 6 | 264 | Permanent |
| 04 | Junior Engineer (Mechanical Services) | Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400 | Pay Matrix Level 6 | 154 | Permanent |
| 05 | Junior Engineer (Mechanical Plant) | Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400 | Pay Matrix Level 6 | 119 | Permanent |
| 06 | Junior Engineer (Mechanical Maintenance) | Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400 | Pay Matrix Level 6 | 41 | Permanent |
Category-Wise Statutory Vacancy Distribution
| Dept Serial | Appointing Department | Unreserved | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Irrigation and Water Resources Department | 128 | 52 | 02 | 66 | 27 | 270 |
| 02 | Public Works Department PWD | 126 | 64 | 06 | 82 | 30 | 304 |
| 03 | Minor Irrigation Department | 113 | 55 | 04 | 66 | 26 | 264 |
| 04 | Ground Water Department | 64 | 32 | 02 | 41 | 15 | 154 |
| 05 | Agriculture Department | 52 | 27 | 01 | 27 | 12 | 119 |
| 06 | State Municipal Directorate | 20 | 10 | 01 | 10 | 04 | 41 |
Horizontal Quota Distribution
| Serial | Engineering Branch | Ex-Servicemen Quota | Female Quota | Dependents of Freedom Fighters | PwBD Quota |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Irrigation Services | 14 | 52 | 06 | 10 |
| 2 | Public Works PWD | 15 | 60 | 06 | 12 |
| 3 | Minor Irrigation | 13 | 52 | 05 | 10 |
| 4 | Ground Water | 07 | 30 | 03 | 06 |
| 5 | Agriculture Cadre | 06 | 24 | 02 | 05 |
| 6 | Municipal Engineering | 02 | 09 | 01 | 02 |
Eligibility Criteria and Technical Qualifications
| Dept Code | Cadre Title | Prescribed Technical Diploma | Eligibility Baseline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Junior Engineer (Mechanical Engineering) | Three year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from recognized institute | Valid Scorecard in UPSSSC PET-2025 Examination |
| 02 | Junior Engineer (Mechanical Cadre) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or approved equivalent qualification | Valid Scorecard in UPSSSC PET-2025 Examination |
| 03 | Junior Engineer (Mechanical Works) | Three year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline | Valid Scorecard in UPSSSC PET-2025 Examination |
| 04 | Junior Engineer (Mechanical Services) | State Technical Education Board Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | Valid Scorecard in UPSSSC PET-2025 Examination |
| 05 | Junior Engineer (Mechanical Plant) | Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Maintenance or Production | Valid Scorecard in UPSSSC PET-2025 Examination |
| 06 | Junior Engineer (Mechanical Maintenance) | Three year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology | Valid Scorecard in UPSSSC PET-2025 Examination |
Permissible branches include Mechanical Engineering and Automobile Engineering. Eligible qualifications include Mechanical Engineering Maintenance. Candidates holding Mechanical Engineering Refrigeration and Air Conditioning can apply. Mechanical Engineering Tube Well Engineering is permissible. Other eligible disciplines include Mechanical Engineering Repair and Maintenance. Candidates with Industrial and Production Engineering diplomas can apply. Tool and Die Under Mechanical Engineering is permissible.
Age Limit and Statutory Age Relaxations
| Applicant Classification | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation Norms | Statutory Provisions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Unreserved Category | 18 Years | 40 Years | Nil | Standard statutory boundary |
| Scheduled Caste SC of Uttar Pradesh | 18 Years | 40 Years | Plus 5 Years Relaxation | Applicable exclusively to domicile residents of UP |
| Scheduled Tribe ST of Uttar Pradesh | 18 Years | 40 Years | Plus 5 Years Relaxation | Applicable exclusively to domicile residents of UP |
| Other Backward Classes OBC of UP | 18 Years | 40 Years | Plus 5 Years Relaxation | Non-creamy layer certificate required |
| Ex-Servicemen Candidates | 18 Years | 40 Years | Plus 3 Years Post Military Service | Discharge certificate mandatory |
| PwBD Benchmark Disability Candidates | 18 Years | 40 Years | Plus 15 Years Relaxation | Valid disability medical certificate required |
Standard age boundaries are 18 to 40 years. Candidates must be aged between 18 and 40 years.
Application Fee and Payment Architecture
| Category Description | Application Fee | Online Processing Charges | Net Fee Amount | Payment Channel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | Rs 0 | Rs 25 | Rs 25 | Online via SBI Gateway, Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | Rs 0 | Rs 25 | Rs 25 | Online via SBI Gateway, Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | Rs 0 | Rs 25 | Rs 25 | Online via SBI Gateway, Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | Rs 0 | Rs 25 | Rs 25 | Online via SBI Gateway, Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Rs 0 | Rs 25 | Rs 25 | Online via SBI Gateway, Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwBD) | Rs 0 | Rs 25 | Rs 25 | Online via SBI Gateway, Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
The application processing fee is Rs 25 across categories. Online fee processing charge is Rs 25. Fee payment is made via credit card, debit card, internet banking or UPI.
Selection Architecture and Examination Scheme
| Selection Stage | Evaluation Method | Qualifying Criterion | Execution Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Preliminary Eligibility Screening | Shortlisting based on PET-2025 normalized scores | Positive non-zero marks in PET-2025 | UPSSSC Commission |
| Stage 2: Main Written Examination | Objective multiple-choice question paper (100 Questions) | Merit based cut-off marks in written test | UPSSSC Examination Board |
| Stage 3: Document Verification (DV) | Scrutiny of original educational and category certificates | Authenticity and eligibility verification | UPSSSC Verification Committee |
| Stage 4: Final Merit List & Medical Exam | Consolidated written examination merit standing | Medical fitness as per Uttar Pradesh state rules | Concerned State Department |
Selection is through written examination. There will be 100 questions in the written examination. The total time duration will be two hours. There is negative marking of 25 percent for each wrong answer.
Written Examination Pattern and Component Details
| Examination Part | Syllabus Subject | Questions | Total Marks | Duration | Marking Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 (Core Engineering) | Mechanical Engineering Subject Knowledge | 65 | 65 | 120 Minutes (Two Hours) | 1 mark per question, 25 percent negative marking |
| Part-2 (Technology) | Computer and Information Technology Concepts | 15 | 15 | Combined | 1 mark per question, 25 percent negative marking |
| Part-3 (General Knowledge) | General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 | Combined | 1 mark per question, 25 percent negative marking |
| Overall Examination | Comprehensive Objective Test Paper | 100 | 100 | Two Hours (120 Minutes) | Total 100 questions for 100 maximum marks |
Comprehensive Syllabus Outline
Part-1 covers Theory of Machines and Machine Design. Concept of simple machines includes four-bar linkages and link motion. Power transmission covers clutches, gears, types of gears, gear profiles, and governors. Engineering Mechanics covers equilibrium of forces, laws of motion, and friction. Strength of Materials covers stress, strain, elastic limit, riveted joints, and bending moment. Properties of pure substances include steam tables and steam formation process. First Law of Thermodynamics covers steady flow process and Steady Flow Energy Equation. Internal Combustion Engine topics cover air-standard cycle and Diesel cycle. Steam Engineering evaluates Rankine cycle efficiency, boilers, specifications, mountings, nozzles, and steam turbines. Refrigeration and Air Compression covers air compressors and principles of refrigeration plants. Fluid Mechanics examines fluid statics, fluid pressure measurement, hydraulic turbines, and centrifugal pumps.
Part-2 covers History, Introduction and Application of Computers Information Technology. General Knowledge covers Hardware and Software. Topics include Operating System, Social Networking, and e-Governance. Questions evaluate Artificial Intelligence, Big Data Processing, Deep Learning, and Machine Learning.
Part-3 questions are based on History, Culture, Art, and Architecture. Topics include Climate, Soil, Forest, Wildlife, Mines and Minerals. Candidates are evaluated on Polity, Administration of Uttar Pradesh and Current Events.
Step-by-Step Online Application Procedure
- Access the official website at upsssc.gov.in and view advertisement 24.
- Log in through PET Registration Number using registered details.
- Complete steps through Online Application System.
- Candidates can submit online applications for Mechanical Engineering.
- Pay the processing fee of Rs 25 via credit card, debit card, internet banking or UPI.
- Verify Transaction ID through Double Verification mode.
- Obtain Payment Acknowledgment Receipt PAR after fee payment.
Important Instructions for Registered Candidates
- Shortlisting is based on Preliminary Eligibility Test PET-2025.
- Mechanical Engineering is the designated post discipline.
- The official notification was issued on 12 October 2026.
- The notice advertises 1156 vacancies in Uttar Pradesh.
- Online fee processing charge is Rs 25.
- Application correction is permitted until 2 December 2026.
- Candidates maintain communication through [email protected].
- Online application forms are submitted on upsssc.gov.in.
Official Web Portals and Links
| Document / Web Portal | Official Website Link | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Download Advertisement Notification (PDF) | https://upsssc.gov.in | Official recruitment notification download |
| Online Application Registration Portal | https://upsssc.gov.in | Candidate registration and form submission |
| Candidate Login & Dashboard | https://upsssc.gov.in | Application tracking and document reprint |
| Official Commission Homepage | https://upsssc.gov.in | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services portal |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC Mechanical Engineering?
The last date is 25 November 2026.
When do applications open for UPSSSC Mechanical Engineering?
Applications open on 3 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC Mechanical Engineering?
The notice has 1,156 vacancies.
What is the age limit for UPSSSC Mechanical Engineering?
Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years old.
What is the salary for UPSSSC Mechanical Engineering?
Mechanical Engineering: 35400 : 112400.
How do I apply for UPSSSC Mechanical Engineering?
Apply online at https://upsssc.gov.in.
What is the advertisement number for UPSSSC Mechanical Engineering?
It is 24.
What is the application processing fee for UPSSSC Mechanical Engineering?
Candidates pay an online fee of Rs 25 at application submission.