UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026 Released
Short Information: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow, has officially released its Annual Examination and Interview Calendar for the period of January 2026 to June 2026. This comprehensive schedule outlines the written exams for major recruitments like Pharmacist (Bheshajik), Junior Assistant, and Stenographer, along with the interview timelines for various Instructor posts from previous advertisements. While several exams scheduled for January and February are now completed, this post provides an in-depth analysis of the upcoming "Reserved Dates" and major milestones for the months of March, April, May, and June 2026.
UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026 Released: Check Dates for Pharmacist, Junior Assistant & Instructor Exams
1. Recruitment Organization Details
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) is the statutory body authorized to conduct recruitment for various Group 'C' posts within the state government of Uttar Pradesh. Headquartered in Lucknow, the commission utilizes the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) score to shortlist candidates for various "Mains" examinations. The 2026 calendar represents a significant effort to clear the backlog of interviews and conduct timely examinations for recent advertisements.
2. UPSSSC Master Exam Calendar 2026
Below is the exhaustive list of all 24 examinations, skill tests, and interview schedules as per the official notification. The status is updated as of March 6, 2026.
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S.No |
Advt. No |
Post Name / Recruitment Name |
Type of Event |
Scheduled Date |
Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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1 |
11-Exam/2024 |
Health Worker (Female) Mains |
Written Exam |
11.01.2026 |
Completed |
|
2 |
13-Exam/2024 |
Stenographer Mains Exam |
Written Exam |
20.01.2026 |
Completed |
|
3 |
12-Exam/2024 |
Junior Assistant (Mains) |
Written Exam |
01.02.2026 |
Completed |
|
4 |
10-Exam/2023 |
Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard |
PST / PET |
10.02.26 - 19.02.26 |
Completed |
|
5 |
-- |
Reserved Date |
-- |
01.03.2026 |
Completed |
|
6 |
01-Exam/2026 |
Pharmacist (Bheshajik) Mains |
Written Exam |
22.03.2026 |
Upcoming |
|
7 |
-- |
Reserved Date |
-- |
29.03.2026 |
Upcoming |
|
8 |
02-Exam/2022 |
Instructor (Trade Specific) |
Interview |
April 2026 |
Upcoming |
|
9 |
-- |
Reserved Date |
-- |
12.04.2026 |
Upcoming |
|
10 |
-- |
Reserved Date |
-- |
26.04.2026 |
Upcoming |
|
11 |
02-Exam/2022 |
Instructor (Remaining Trades) |
Interview |
May 2026 |
Upcoming |
|
12 |
-- |
Reserved Date |
-- |
10.05.2026 |
Upcoming |
|
13 |
16(4)/2016 |
Instructor (Backlog Trades) |
Interview |
May 2026 |
Upcoming |
|
14 |
16(4)/2016 |
Instructor (Fashion Technology) |
Interview |
May 2026 |
Upcoming |
|
15 |
16(4)/2016 |
Instructor (Dress Making) |
Interview |
May 2026 |
Upcoming |
|
16 |
-- |
Reserved Date |
-- |
21.05.2026 |
Upcoming |
|
17 |
16(4)/2016 |
Instructor (Swing Technology) |
Interview |
May 2026 |
Upcoming |
|
18 |
16(4)/2016 |
Instructor (Basic Cosmetology) |
Interview |
May 2026 |
Upcoming |
|
19 |
12-Exam/2024 |
Junior Assistant Typing Test |
Skill Test |
May/June 2026 |
Upcoming |
|
20 |
20(7)/2015 |
Instructor (Turner) |
Interview |
June 2026 |
Upcoming |
|
21 |
20(7)/2015 |
Instructor (Fitter) |
Interview |
June 2026 |
Upcoming |
|
22 |
20(7)/2015 |
Instructor (Machinist) |
Interview |
June 2026 |
Upcoming |
|
23 |
-- |
Reserved Date |
-- |
14.06.2026 |
Upcoming |
|
24 |
-- |
Reserved Date |
-- |
28.06.2026 |
Upcoming |
3. Application Fee and Shortlisting
Shortlisted candidates must pay the "Mains" examination or Interview fee before downloading their respective call letters/admit cards.
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Mains/Interview Fee: General/OBC: ₹200 | SC/ST: ₹80.
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Payment Mode: Online through the UPSSSC portal (SBI I-Collect).
4. Analysis of Key Upcoming Milestones
Pharmacist (Bheshajik) Mains - 22nd March
The most immediate big exam is for the 560 Pharmacist posts. This exam will focus 100% on the professional domain of pharmaceutical sciences as per the PET 2025 shortlisting.
Junior Assistant Typing Test - May/June
Candidates who cleared the Feb 1st written exam (Item 3 in table) must prepare for the dual-language typing test (25 WPM Hindi / 30 WPM English).
Instructor Interviews (2015, 2016, 2022)
The commission is cleaning up the backlog. A massive interview drive is scheduled for April, May, and June across various technical trades.
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Q1: What does "Reserved Date" mean in the calendar? Ans: These are buffer dates (mostly Sundays) kept by the Commission for re-exams, unscheduled skill tests, or new recruitment examinations.
Q2: Is the Pharmacist exam based on PET 2024 or 2025? Ans: As per the calendar entry (Item 6), the Pharmacist 01-Exam/2026 is based on the PET 2025 scores.
Q3: When will the result for the Forest Guard PET (held in Feb) be declared? Ans: Results for physical tests are usually released within 45-60 days; expect the result by April 2026.
Q4: Can I change my Instructor interview date? Ans: No, dates are generally fixed. Only in extreme medical cases with proof may the commission consider a change if represented well in advance.
Q5: What is the typing speed for Junior Assistant? Ans: 25 WPM in Hindi (Kruti Dev or Mangal) and 30 WPM in English on a computer.
Q6: Are there any exams scheduled for April? Ans: April is primarily dedicated to Instructor Interviews and has two Reserved Dates (12.04 and 26.04) for potential exams.
Q7: Will there be a PET for Pharmacist posts? Ans: No, there is no physical efficiency test for Pharmacists; selection is based on the Mains written marks and DV.
Q8: Where can I download the official PDF of this calendar? Ans: Visit upsssc.gov.in and check the "Notice Board" section for the notification dated 28.02.2026.
Q9: How many vacancies are being filled for Instructors? Ans: Cumulatively across the 2015, 2016, and 2022 advertisements, approximately 2,500+ posts are under the interview phase.
Q10: Is there negative marking in the Pharmacist Mains? Ans: Yes, the standard negative marking of 1/4 (0.25) per wrong answer applies to all UPSSSC Mains examinations.
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on the official UPSSSC calendar released on February 28, 2026. Dates are tentative and the Commission reserves the right to make changes. Aspirants should regularly check upsssc.gov.in for updates.