Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has released Advertisement No. 08-Exam/2026 for direct recruitment to the post of Excise Constable under the Office of the Excise Commissioner, Uttar Pradesh, Prayagraj. The official notice announces 722 vacancies under general and special recruitment. The online application process is scheduled to begin on 04 June 2026 and the last date for online application and fee submission is 24 June 2026.
This recruitment is tied to the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025. The official notice clearly states that only candidates who appeared in PET 2025 and were issued a score card by the commission can apply for the mains recruitment process. It also says that shortlisting for the main written examination will be based on normalized PET 2025 scores, and candidates with zero or negative normalized score will not be shortlisted.
The notification includes the main points candidates usually need first: 12th pass eligibility, age limit of 18 to 40 years as on 01 July 2026, pay scale of Level-2 Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200, and a qualifying physical standards and physical efficiency stage after the written examination. Candidates should read the official UPSSSC instructions carefully because this is not a simple form-filling process and the commission has specified separate rules for fee payment, correction, reservation claims, and final printout of the submitted application.
UP Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 Overview
UPSSSC has announced recruitment for the post of Excise Constable under the Office of the Excise Commissioner, Uttar Pradesh, Prayagraj. The recruitment has been issued through Advertisement No. 08-Exam/2026.
The official notification shows two vacancy blocks: general recruitment and special recruitment. Together, these add up to 722 posts. The vacancy table in the notice also marks the posts as permanent and temporary in the applicable recruitment categories.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification publication date | 06 April 2026 |
| Online application start date | 04 June 2026 |
| Last date for online application and fee submission | 24 June 2026 |
| Last date for fee reconciliation and application correction | 01 July 2026 |
The commission has also clarified that after 24 June 2026 no fresh application or fee payment will be accepted. Candidates should finish both application and fee adjustment within the allowed timeline.
Total Vacancy and Category-wise Breakup
| Recruitment Type | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Recruitment | 246 | 128 | 12 | 165 | 61 | 612 |
| Special Recruitment | 0 | 46 | 14 | 50 | 0 | 110 |
| Total | 246 | 174 | 26 | 215 | 61 | 722 |
This makes the total advertised vacancy 722 posts. Candidates should also note that reservation claims are subject to the rules and certificate format prescribed by the Uttar Pradesh government and the commission.
Horizontal Reservation Details
The notification separately shows horizontal reservation details for the Excise Constable post.
| Recruitment Type | DFF | Ex-Servicemen | Women | Outstanding Sportsperson |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Recruitment | 12 | 30 | 122 | 12 |
| Special Recruitment | 2 | 5 | 22 | 2 |
The official notification says these horizontal reservation claims will be governed by the applicable Uttar Pradesh government rules and the required certificate formats. Women candidates claiming reservation must follow the certificate rule specified in the notice.
Educational Qualification and PET Requirement
The essential educational qualification for direct recruitment to the Excise Constable post is Intermediate from the Uttar Pradesh Board of Secondary Education and Intermediate, or any government-recognized equivalent examination.
The official notice also adds a preference clause. In cases of equal merit, preference may be given to candidates who have served for two years in the Territorial Army or hold the NCC B certificate.
- Essential qualification: 10+2 Intermediate or equivalent
- PET condition: UPSSSC PET 2025 score card is mandatory
- Preference: Territorial Army service or NCC B certificate
Only candidates with valid PET 2025 participation and score card are eligible to proceed in this mains recruitment process.
Age Limit
The notification states that for direct recruitment, candidates must have attained the age of 18 years and must not have attained the age of more than 40 years on 01 July 2026.
| Age Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age | 40 years |
| Age cut-off date | 01 July 2026 |
The official notice further says that age relaxation for reserved categories will be allowed as per the rules applicable in Uttar Pradesh.
Application Fee and Payment Mode
| Category | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved | Rs. 25 |
| OBC | Rs. 25 |
| SC | Rs. 25 |
| ST | Rs. 25 |
The notification shows that the fee consists only of the online processing charge in this case. Payment can be made through Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-challan as per the commission instructions.
The notice also states that the application will be treated as finally submitted only after successful fee payment and reconciliation. Candidates should not assume that form filling alone completes the application process.
Physical Standards and Physical Efficiency
The detailed notification and matching public summaries for the official advertisement indicate that the Excise Constable recruitment includes physical standards and physical efficiency testing after the written examination stage.
| Standard | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 167.6 cm | 152 cm |
| Chest | 80 cm unexpanded and 85 cm expanded | Not applicable |
| Weight | Not specified separately in visible official extracts | Minimum 45 kg as reflected in current recruitment summaries |
| Running Test | 4.8 km in 25 minutes | 2.4 km in 14 minutes |
Candidates should still verify the complete physical criteria from the official UPSSSC advertisement at the time of application because the detailed notification contains the full statutory standard references.
Selection Process
The official notification makes it clear that this is a main examination recruitment linked to PET 2025. Shortlisting for the written main examination will be based on normalized PET 2025 scores.
- Eligibility through PET 2025 score card
- Shortlisting on normalized PET score
- Main written examination
- Physical standards test
- Physical efficiency test
- Document verification and further procedures as applicable
The notice also states that candidates with zero or negative normalized PET score will not be shortlisted for the mains stage.
Written Exam Pattern and Syllabus Highlights
The official exam scheme shows one objective-type written paper with 100 questions carrying 100 marks. The duration is 2 hours, and each wrong answer carries negative marking of one-fourth of the marks prescribed for that question.
| Section | Topic Area | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | History, geography, economy, polity, science, environment, current events, data interpretation, and excise-related legal provisions and policies in Uttar Pradesh | 65 | 65 |
| Part 2 | Computer and information technology concepts and practical awareness | 15 | 15 |
| Part 3 | General information related to Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | Written exam | 100 | 100 |
The excise-related portion specifically includes important legal provisions, subordinate rules, and the Uttar Pradesh Excise Policy 2025-26 as reflected in the official syllabus outline.
How to Apply Online
The commission has stated that applications must be submitted only through the official UPSSSC website. Other modes will not be accepted.
- Visit the official UPSSSC website.
- Open the Live Advertisement segment and find Advertisement No. 08-Exam/2026.
- Login using your PET 2025 registration number and the OTP process.
- Verify the auto-fetched personal details from PET 2025.
- Fill the post-related qualification and other required details.
- Complete fee payment and fee reconciliation.
- Download and print the final submitted application form.
The notification also allows limited correction of specified details up to 01 July 2026 through the applicant dashboard.
What Is Confirmed and What Is Not Yet Announced
The official notice clearly confirms the total number of vacancies, advertisement number, application dates, PET 2025 requirement, educational qualification, age limit, fee, pay scale, written exam scheme, and broad selection flow. These are the details candidates can safely rely on for initial application planning.
The exact mains exam date and admit card schedule are not yet specified in the accessible official sources currently available. Candidates should therefore keep checking the UPSSSC website for the examination schedule, admit card release, and later-stage announcements.
| Confirmed in Official Notice | Not Yet Announced Clearly |
|---|---|
| 722 vacancies, application dates, PET 2025 eligibility, 12th pass requirement, age limit, fee, pay scale, exam pattern, correction date | Main exam date, admit card date, final result date, detailed physical test schedule |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are announced in UP Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
A total of 722 vacancies have been announced under Advertisement No. 08-Exam/2026.
What is the application start date for UP Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
The online application process starts on 04 June 2026.
What is the last date to apply for UP Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application and fee submission is 24 June 2026.
Is PET 2025 mandatory for UP Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
Yes. The official notice states that only candidates with a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 score card can apply.
What is the educational qualification for the UP Excise Constable post?
Candidates must have passed Intermediate or an equivalent recognized examination.
What is the age limit for UP Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be 18 to 40 years old as on 01 July 2026, with relaxation as per rules for eligible categories.
What is the pay scale for UP Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
The pay scale is Level-2, Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200.
What is the written exam pattern for UP Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
The main written exam will have 100 objective-type questions for 100 marks, with a duration of 2 hours and negative marking of one-fourth mark for each wrong answer.