The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially opened the application window for the Rajasva Lekhpal Main Examination 2026. Starting today, December 29, 2025, eligible candidates can submit their forms to fill 7,994 vacancies in the state’s revenue department.
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This recruitment drive is particularly significant due to a recent revision in the category-wise vacancy list, which saw a substantial increase in posts for OBC, SC, and ST candidates to align with state reservation norms.
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Revised Vacancy Distribution (2025-26)
| Category | Vacancies |
| General (Unreserved) | 3,205 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 2,158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,679 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 792 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 |
| Total | 7,994 |
Important Dates & Deadlines
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Application Start Date: December 29, 2025
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Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: January 28, 2026
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Correction Window Closes: February 4, 2026
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Mains Exam Date: To be announced (Expected mid-2026)
Eligibility & Selection Criteria
To be eligible for the Lekhpal 2026 cycle, candidates must meet the following three-tier criteria:
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Educational Qualification: Must have passed Class 12 (Intermediate) or an equivalent exam from a recognized board.
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Mandatory Exam: Only candidates who appeared for and qualified in the UPSSSC PET 2025 are eligible to apply for the Mains.
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Age Limit: 18 to 40 years (as of July 1, 2025). Standard age relaxations apply for reserved categories (5 years for SC/ST/OBC).
Salary & Pay Scale
The selected candidates will be appointed in Pay Level-3:
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Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
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Grade Pay: ₹2,000
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Benefits: Includes Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other state-specific perks.
How to Apply: Step-by-Step
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Visit the official portal: upsssc.gov.in.
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Click on the “Lekhpal Recruitment 2025-26” link under the Live Advertisements section.
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Log in using your PET 2025 Registration Number and Date of Birth (via OTP or Personal Details).
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Complete the application form and upload your scanned photograph and signature.
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Pay the processing fee of ₹25 (uniform for all categories).
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Submit and download the final confirmation page.
Conclusion
With the application link now active, candidates are advised not to wait until the final week of January to avoid server congestion. Ensure your PET 2025 details are accurate, as these will be used for the primary shortlisting for the Mains examination.
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Disclaimer: This summary is based on the official notification (Advt. No. 02-Exam/2025). Please refer to the official PDF at upsssc.gov.in for detailed instructions on syllabus and document specifications.
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