Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has invited applications for 25 posts in 3 roles under Advt No. A-5/E-1/2026. The posts include Assistant Architect Planner, Sports Officer, Programmer Grade-2. The online application is open from 4 November 2026 to 4 December 2026.
The posts are for Uttar Pradesh. Qualification required: Bachelor Degree in Architecture, Post Graduate Degree/Diploma, Graduation in relevant fields. The pay is Rs. 4,600 to Rs. 1,51,100, depending on the post. The application fee is Rs. 225 for Unreserved / EWS / OBC. Selection is by preliminary Examination, main Examination / Direct Recruitment based on marks and document Verification. Post-wise eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 4 December 2026
- Vacancies: 25, in 3 roles
- How to apply: Online
- Fee: Unreserved / EWS / OBC: Rs. 225; Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes: Rs. 105; Persons with Disabilities (PWDs): Rs. 25
- Pay: Rs. 4,600 to Rs. 1,51,100, depending on the post
- Age limit: Have attained the age of 21 years and must not have crossed the age of 40 years on July 1, 2026 (as on 1 July 2026)
- Place: Uttar Pradesh
UPPSC Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Architect Planner, Sports Officer, Programmer Grade-2 |
| No of Posts | 25 |
| Advt No | A-5/E-1/2026 |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Pay | Rs. 4,600 to Rs. 1,51,100, depending on the post |
| Place of Posting | Uttar Pradesh |
| Qualification | Bachelor Degree in Architecture, Post Graduate Degree/Diploma, Graduation in relevant fields |
| Age Limit | Have attained the age of 21 years and must not have crossed the age of 40 years on July 1, 2026 (as on 1 July 2026) |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 4 November 2026 |
| Last Date | 4 December 2026 |
UPPSC Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. A-5/E-1/2026 gives the full conditions for each post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Download UPPSC notification PDF
Vacancy Details, Age Limit and Pay
| Post | Posts | Age Limit | Pay | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Architect Planner | 8 | Have attained the age of 21 years and must not have crossed the age of 40 years on July 1, 2026 | Rs. 15,600-39,100 , Grade Pay: 5,400 , Level-10 | Not specified |
| Sports Officer | 16 | Have attained the age of 21 years and must not have crossed the age of 40 years on July 1, 2026 | Rs. 47,600-151,100 , Level-8 | Two years experience in coaching |
| Programmer Grade-2 | 1 | Have attained the age of 21 years and must not have crossed the age of 40 years on July 1, 2026 | Rs. 9,300-34,800 Grade Pay-4600 | Not specified |
| Total | 25 |
Category-wise Vacancies
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PWD | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Architect Planner | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Sports Officer | 7 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 16 |
| Programmer Grade-2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Age relaxation for all posts: SC/ST/OBC of U.P. 5 years, PH of U.P. 15 years.
Who Can Apply for UPPSC Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Architect Planner | Post Graduate Degree in Town or City or Urban or Housing or Country or Rural or Infrastructure or Regional or Transport or Environment Planning from a recognized University or Institute.; Bachelor of Planning or Bachelor of Technology In Planning from a recognized University or Institute with two years of experience in the field of Urban Planning.; Bachelor Degree in Architecture awarded by Indian Universities established by an Act of the Central or State Legislature.; National Diploma in Architecture awarded by the AICTE.; Degree of Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch.) awarded by the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur.; Five-Year full-time diploma in Architecture of the Sir J.J. School of Art, Bombay. | Not specified |
| Sports Officer | Graduation from a recognized University.; Diploma in coaching from Netaji Subhash National Institute of Sports, Patiala, Bangalore, Calcutta, LNCPE Trivandrum, Gwalior or equivalent.; Two years experience in coaching. | Two years experience in coaching |
| Programmer Grade-2 | Bachelor's degree from a University established by law in India or a qualification recognised by the Government as equivalent thereto.; Post graduate Diploma in Computer Science from a recognised Institute/University; or 'A' level Certificate from the Department of Electronics (D.O.E.), Government of India. | Not specified |
Other conditions:
- Mandatory to make One Time Registration (O.T.R.) before applying online.
- Caste certificates for women candidates from father side only will be treated valid.
- Reservation benefits applicable only to permanent residents of U.P.
Desirable:
- Served in the Territorial Army for a minimum period of two years
- Obtained a 'B' certificate of National Cadet Corps
Who Cannot Apply for UPPSC Recruitment 2026
- Candidates appearing in the Examination of essential qualification prescribed for the post need not apply.
Post-wise Details
Assistant Architect Planner (8 posts)
Qualification required: Post Graduate Degree in Town or City or Urban or Housing or Country or Rural or Infrastructure or Regional or Transport or Environment Planning from a recognized University or Institute.; Bachelor of Planning or Bachelor of Technology In Planning from a recognized University or Institute with two years of experience in the field of Urban Planning.; Bachelor Degree in Architecture awarded by Indian Universities established by an Act of the Central or State Legislature.; National Diploma in Architecture awarded by the AICTE.; Degree of Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch.) awarded by the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur.; Five-Year full-time diploma in Architecture of the Sir J.J. School of Art, Bombay. Age limit: Have attained the age of 21 years and must not have crossed the age of 40 years on July 1, 2026. Pay: Rs. 15,600-39,100 , Grade Pay: 5,400 , Level-10.
Sports Officer (16 posts)
Qualification required: Graduation from a recognized University.; Diploma in coaching from Netaji Subhash National Institute of Sports, Patiala, Bangalore, Calcutta, LNCPE Trivandrum, Gwalior or equivalent.; Two years experience in coaching. Experience required: Two years experience in coaching. Age limit: Have attained the age of 21 years and must not have crossed the age of 40 years on July 1, 2026. Pay: Rs. 47,600-151,100 , Level-8.
Programmer Grade-2 (1 post)
Qualification required: Bachelor's degree from a University established by law in India or a qualification recognised by the Government as equivalent thereto.; Post graduate Diploma in Computer Science from a recognised Institute/University; or 'A' level Certificate from the Department of Electronics (D.O.E.), Government of India. Age limit: Have attained the age of 21 years and must not have crossed the age of 40 years on July 1, 2026. Pay: Rs. 9,300-34,800 Grade Pay-4600.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / EWS / OBC | Rs. 225 |
| Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes | Rs. 105 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) | Rs. 25 |
| Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 105 |
Payment mode: Online via SBI MOPS (Net Banking, Card Payments, Other Payment Modes). Last date to pay the fee: 4 December 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date Of Commencement Of On-line Application | 4 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Payment of Examination Fee in Bank & Submission of On-line Application | 4 December 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction/Modification in submitted On-line Application & Fee Reconciliation | 4 December 2026 |
How Will UPPSC Select Candidates?
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Examination / Direct Recruitment based on marks
- Document Verification
- Selection will be made on the basis of marks obtained by the candidates in the examination.
UPPSC Exam Pattern 2026
| Part / Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports Officer Exam | Computer Application, Logical Ability, Mathematics, English Comprehension | 85 | 170 | 2 hours |
- Negative marking: one third (0.33) of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty for wrong answers.
- Minimum efficiency standard is 35% for SC and ST, and 40% for other categories.
Documents to Enclose
- High School Certificate for Date of Birth
- Self attested copies of marksheets and certificates in support of educational qualifications
- Caste certificate in prescribed proforma (if claiming reservation)
- No Objection Certificate (if serving under Central or State government)
How to Apply for UPPSC Recruitment 2026 Online
- Visit the commission's website https://uppsc.up.nic.in and complete One Time Registration (O.T.R.).
- Click on 'Apply' and authenticate with O.T.R.
- Fill essential qualifications and submit details in Application Part-2.
- Pay the application fee through SBI MOPS and take print of Payment Transaction Slip and Application Form.
- Apply on or before 4 December 2026.
Other Points to Note
- Candidates must ensure preservation of information of all stages for future references.
- Hard copy of documents should not be sent to the commission at the preliminary exam stage.
UPPSC Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download UPPSC notification PDF |
| Apply Online | Apply online for UPPSC Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit UPPSC official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission, Advertisement No. A-5/E-1/2026, dated 4 November 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
