Overview of UPSSSC Auditor and Assistant Accountant Recruitment 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification (Advertisement No. 14-Exam/2026) for the recruitment of 1829 candidates for the positions of Auditor (Lekha Pareekshak) and Assistant Accountant (Sahayak Lekhakaar). This recruitment is strictly limited to candidates who appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025) and possess a valid scorecard.

Important Recruitment Timeline

Eligibility Criteria for UPSSSC Auditor & Assistant Accountant

Candidates must ensure they meet the specific requirements as of 2026-08-03. Primary criteria include:

• PET-2025 Scorecard: Mandatory for all applicants; candidates with zero or negative scores are ineligible.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B.Com) or a Post Graduate Diploma in Accountancy from a recognized institution.
• Computer Literacy: Must possess a valid 'O' Level Computer Certificate from a recognized board/institution.
• Age Limit: 21 to 40 years as of 2026-07-01 (subject to state government relaxation norms).
• Domicile: Only UP-domiciled candidates are eligible for reservation benefits; others will be treated under the Unreserved (UR) category.

Steps to Apply for UPSSSC Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official portal at https://upsssc.gov.in.
2. Log in using your PET-2025 Registration Number and registered mobile/email OTP.
3. Fill in the required academic and personal details as per your original certificates.
4. Select the preferred department/post order carefully, as this is critical for the allotment process.
5. Pay the nominal application processing fee and complete the reconciliation process.
6. Download and print the final submitted form for the document verification stage.

Critical Application Warnings

• EWS Certificate: Must be issued between 2026-04-01 and 2026-08-03, specifically based on FY 2025-26 income.
• Correction Policy: No changes to critical fields like date of birth or marks will be allowed after final submission. Ensure data accuracy before locking the application.
• Fee Reconciliation: The application remains incomplete without fee reconciliation; do not wait until the last day to avoid server congestion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can candidates without PET-2025 appear for this exam?

No, this recruitment is exclusively for candidates who participated in the PET-2025 examination and hold a valid score card issued by the Commission.

What is the selection process?

Selection follows a three-stage process: shortlisting based on PET-2025 scores, a written OMR-based main examination (100 marks), and final document verification.

What is the negative marking for the Main Exam?

There is a negative marking of 1/4th (0.25) marks for every incorrect answer.