UPPSC PCS 2026: Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission has released the UPPSC PCS 2026 notification on 25 June 2026 for recruitment to various Group A and Group B administrative posts across the state government services.Candidates seeking posts such as Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police and Block Development Officer can apply online through the official portal from 25 June to 27 July 2026.Notification details: The commission has issued the detailed advertisement for PCS examination 2026 on its official website UPPSC UP NIC IN containing recruitment rules and instructions for applicants.Vacancy details: Around 500 vacancies have been announced for Group A and Group B posts including Deputy Collector, DSP and BDO.Important dates: The notification was released on 25 June 2026, online applications begin on 25 June 2026 and the last date to apply is 27 July 2026.Eligibility and age limit: Candidates must be aged between 21 and 40 years for General and EWS categories and up to 45 years for reserved categories as per UP Government rules.Educational qualification: A bachelor’s degree is required for most posts while specialised roles such as Sub Registrar and Statistical Officer require law or postgraduate degrees in relevant subjects.Application process and fee: Candidates must complete One Time Registration on UPPSC UP NIC IN, fill the online form, upload documents and pay fee. Application fee is 125 rupees for General and OBC, 65 rupees for SC and ST, and 25 rupees for PwD candidates.Selection process: The recruitment process includes Preliminary Examination, Main Examination and Interview. Preliminary exam is objective type, Main exam is descriptive and Interview assesses personality and communication skills. Candidates are advised to complete the application process before the deadline and regularly check the official website for updates regarding admit card, examination centre details and further recruitment stages.The commission will release the schedule for the Main Examination and Interview in due course. Applicants must ensure eligibility conditions and document accuracy before submission to avoid rejection at later stages.The UPPSC PCS examination remains one of the key recruitment drives for administrative services in Uttar Pradesh state government departments. Candidates should also keep copies of submitted application forms and payment receipts for future reference and verification during subsequent stages of the selection process and document checking procedures. Strict compliance is required.