UPSSSC Recruitment 2026: 412 Vacancies Announced, Applications Open October 16

The recruitment drive covers 368 Regional Youth Welfare and Territorial Development Guard Officer posts and 44 Exercise Trainer positions. Applications will be accepted from October 16 to November 6, 2026.

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has announced recruitment for 412 posts under its Youth Welfare and Provincial Guards department, giving eligible candidates another opportunity to apply for state government positions.

The notification, issued on September 30 under Advertisement No. 23-Exam/2026, covers two categories of posts — Regional Youth Welfare and Territorial Development Guard Officer and Exercise Trainer. The online application process will begin on October 16, 2026, and candidates will be able to submit their forms until November 6.

412 Posts Across Two Categories

Of the 412 vacancies, 368 are for Regional Youth Welfare and Territorial Development Guard Officer, while 44 posts are for Exercise Trainer.

The recruitment is being conducted by UPSSSC for the Directorate of Youth Welfare and Provincial Guards, Uttar Pradesh. Candidates applying for these posts must meet the educational and other conditions prescribed in the notification.

When Will the UPSSSC Application Process Begin?

The online application window will open on October 16, 2026.

Candidates will have until November 6, 2026 to complete the application process. The deadline for fee adjustment and application modification is November 13, 2026, according to recruitment details reported after the notification was released.

Applicants should not wait until the final day to submit their forms, particularly if they need to arrange educational certificates or other documents.

Who Can Apply?

For the Regional Youth Welfare and Territorial Development Guard Officer posts, candidates are required to have a bachelor's degree from a recognised university, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the government.

The Exercise Trainer position has additional educational requirements related to physical education. Candidates should therefore check the detailed notification carefully before selecting a post.

A key eligibility requirement is the UPSSSC PET-2025 scorecard, as the recruitment is being conducted through the commission's main examination route linked to PET-2025.

Age Limit

The reported age range for the recruitment is 21 to 40 years, with applicable relaxation for eligible categories as per government rules.

The exact calculation date and category-wise relaxation should be checked in the official advertisement before submitting the application.

Salary and Pay Scale

The two posts fall under different pay levels.

Regional Youth Welfare and Territorial Development Guard Officer posts carry Pay Level 5, with a reported pay scale of ₹29,200 to ₹92,300.

Exercise Trainer posts are placed at Pay Level 6, with a reported pay scale of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400.

The actual monthly salary will depend on applicable allowances and government rules.

What Will Be the Selection Process?

The recruitment is linked to the UPSSSC main examination process.

Candidates shortlisted through the prescribed PET-2025 criteria will be eligible to participate in the main recruitment process. The detailed examination pattern, syllabus and post-specific requirements are provided in the official notification.

Candidates applying for Exercise Trainer should pay particular attention to the additional qualification requirements applicable to that post.

How to Apply for UPSSSC Recruitment 2026

Once the application window opens, candidates can apply online through the official UPSSSC website.

The basic process is:

1. Visit the official UPSSSC website.
2. Open Advertisement No. 23-Exam/2026.
3. Log in using the required registration details.
4. Select the post for which you are eligible.
5. Enter your personal and educational information.
6. Upload the required documents.
7. Complete the prescribed payment process.
8. Review the application carefully and submit it.
9. Save the application confirmation for future reference.

Important Dates at a Glance

Notification released: September 30, 2026

Applications begin: October 16, 2026

Last date to apply: November 6, 2026

Last date for fee adjustment/application modification: November 13, 2026

Why Candidates Should Check the Notification Carefully

The headline figure of 412 vacancies covers two different posts with different qualification requirements. This makes it important for candidates to check the eligibility conditions for the specific position they want to apply for rather than assuming that the same qualification applies to all vacancies.

Candidates should also verify their PET-2025 details, age eligibility and educational certificates before completing the form.

The official UPSSSC notification remains the final authority on eligibility, reservation, examination and application-related conditions.