Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has issued the necessary guidelines for candidates appearing in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026. The exam will be conducted on 25th and 30th October and 1st November as per the fixed schedule. The exam will be conducted in two shifts, with candidates getting two hours to solve 100 multiple choice questions. It is mandatory to carry the admit card and a valid photo identity card for admission to the examination centre. Apart from this, electronic devices will be banned. Candidates also have to keep in mind the rules regarding filling of OMR sheet and negative marking.
The exam will be held on three dates
UPSSSC PET 2026 will be conducted on 25 October, 30 October and 1 November. The exam will be conducted in two shifts. The first shift will be from 10 AM to 12 AM and the second shift from 3 PM to 5 PM. Candidates are advised to reach the center two hours before the commencement of the examination. Gates will close 30 minutes before the exam. The gate will close at 9:30 for morning shift and 2:30 for second shift. After this no candidate will get admission.
Must have admit card and ID
Candidates appearing in the examination have to carry admit card and original photo identity card with them. Aadhaar card, voter ID, passport or driving license can be used for identification. It is advisable to carry two recent passport size photographs along with photocopy of identity card and Aadhaar card. Write name, roll number and exam date behind the photo. Candidates should check the exam center and reporting time information mentioned on their admit card in advance.
Ban on mobile and electronic devices
Carrying mobile phones, calculators, smart watches, bluetooth devices and other electronic devices inside the examination center is prohibited. If the rules are violated, the candidature of the candidate may be cancelled. Apart from this, they may also be debarred from the upcoming examinations of the commission. Candidates will be allowed to carry only blue or black ball pen with them.
Be careful while filling OMR sheet
PET exam will ask 100 multiple choice questions of 100 marks. There will be negative marking of fourth mark for each wrong answer. It is important to enter the correct serial number of the question paper in the OMR sheet. While filling the answer, fill the circle completely. Filling half the circle or selecting more than one option for a question may invalidate the answer. Candidature may also be canceled for cheating, indiscipline or misconduct.
PET score will provide recruitment opportunities
Through UPSSSC PET, the recruitment process for Group C level posts in various departments of Uttar Pradesh Government will proceed. Based on the PET score, candidates may get an opportunity to appear in the main exam, skill test or physical efficiency test for the respective recruitment. So, candidates should follow all the rules of the exam and reach the center on time.
