Overview of UPSSSC Vidhan Bhavan Rakshak & Agnik 2026 Recruitment

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the notification for the Main Examination (Advertisement No. 09-Pariksha/2026) to fill 170 vacancies for Vidhan Bhavan Rakshak (Council House Guard) and Vidhan Bhavan Agnik (Fireman/Fire Guard). This recruitment drive is exclusive to candidates who appeared for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET)-2025.

Eligibility Requirements for UPSSSC Secretariat Posts

Applicants must satisfy the following criteria as of 2026-06-29:

• PET Qualification: Must have appeared in PET-2025 and hold a valid scorecard. Candidates with zero or negative scores are ineligible.
• Educational Qualification: Must have passed Intermediate (Class 12th) from a recognized board.
• Age Limit: 18 to 40 years as of 2026-07-01. Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories as per Uttar Pradesh government rules.
• Physical Standards: Qualifying in nature; includes height, chest (for males), and weight (for females) measurements.

Key Dates for Application and Exam

Application Fee Details

Note: All candidates are required to pay the processing fee of Rs. 25/- online.

Steps to Apply for UPSSSC Recruitment 2026

1. Navigate to the official UPSSSC portal at upsssc.gov.in.
2. Select the 'Live Advertisement' segment for Advt. No. 09-Pariksha/2026.
3. Login using your PET-2025 Registration Number and the OTP received on your registered mobile/email.
4. Verify your auto-populated details and submit the required educational information.
5. Complete the fee payment online through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
6. Print the submitted application form for future reference.

Critical Application Warnings

• Post Selection: Choose between Rakshak and Agnik carefully; you cannot change your preference after final submission.
• Category Accuracy: Ensure your category (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) is correct; mismatching with certificates during document verification will lead to disqualification.
• Fee Reconciliation: The application process is incomplete until you successfully reconcile the payment and print the application slip.
• OBC Candidates: Only non-creamy layer candidates are entitled to OBC reservation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply if I did not appear in PET-2025?

No, appearance in PET-2025 and possessing a valid scorecard is a mandatory prerequisite for this recruitment.

Is there an interview stage?

No, the selection is based on the Written Main Examination followed by Physical Measurement and Efficiency Tests.

What is the negative marking criteria?

For every incorrect answer, 1/4th (0.25) marks will be deducted from your total score in the objective-type written exam.