The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially announced the Lekhpal Main Examination (P.A.P.-2025)/01 through Advertisement No. 02-Exam/2025. This recruitment is being conducted to appoint 7,994 Revenue Lekhpal in the Revenue Council of Uttar Pradesh.
Only those candidates who have appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and possess a valid scorecard will be considered. Candidates will be shortlisted for the main examination based on their normalized PET scores.
This recruitment provides a strong opportunity for Intermediate (12th) qualified candidates looking for a permanent government job in Uttar Pradesh with regular pay and service benefits.
UPSSSC Lekhpal Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Board Name | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 02-Exam/2025 |
| Post Name | Lekhpal (Revenue Lekhpal / Rajasva Lekhpal) |
| Total Vacancies | 7994 (Permanent Posts) |
| Department | Revenue Council, Uttar Pradesh |
| Pay Scale | Pay Matrix Level-3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 + Allowances |
| Age Limit (as on 01-07-2025) | 18 – 40 Years Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC → 5 Years PwD → 15 Years Ex-Servicemen → As per rules |
| Educational Qualification | Passed Intermediate (10+2 / 12th) from recognized board Must have valid UPSSSC PET-2025 Scorecard |
| Notification Date | 16-12-2025 |
| Apply Start Date | 29-12-2025 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 28-01-2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Adjustment & Modification | 04-02-2026 |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
A total of 7,994 permanent vacancies have been notified. Reservation rules will be applied as per Uttar Pradesh government norms.
Reservation
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 4,165 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 1,446 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 150 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 1,441 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 792 |
| Total | 7,994 |
Vacancy numbers may be revised as per administrative requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must have passed Intermediate (Class 12) or equivalent from a recognized board.
- All required certificates must be valid on or before 28 January 2026.
PET Requirement
- Appearing in UPSSSC PET 2025 is mandatory.
- Candidates with zero or negative normalized PET scores will not be shortlisted.
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
Age Relaxation
- SC / ST / OBC: 5 years
- PwD: Up to 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 years + service period
- Other categories: As per UP government rules
Application Fee
- Processing Fee: ₹25 (for all categories)
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) or SBI e-Challan
Main examination fee will be charged separately from shortlisted candidates before admit card download.
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be appointed under Pay Matrix Level-3.
- Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
- Allowances: DA, HRA, and other benefits as per state rules
- Approximate In-Hand Salary: ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 per month (location dependent)
Selection Process
Selection will be completed in two stages:
Stage 1: PET-Based Shortlisting
- Shortlisting based on normalized UP PET 2025 scores
- Only eligible candidates will be called for the main examination
Stage 2: Main Written Examination
- Mode: Offline (Objective Type)
- Total Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Negative Marking: 0.25 mark for each wrong answer
Subject-wise Distribution
- Hindi – 25 Questions
- Mathematics – 25 Questions
- General Knowledge – 25 Questions
- Rural Development & Society – 25 Questions
There is no interview. Final merit will be prepared based on the main exam score.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 16 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 29 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 28 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction / Fee Adjustment | 4 February 2026 |
| Main Examination Date | To be notified |
Important Link
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Application Online Link | Click Here |
| For More Information | Click Here |
How to Apply (Online Process)
- Visit the official UPSSSC website
- Open the Live Advertisements section
- Click on Lekhpal Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 02-Exam/2025)
- Log in using PET 2025 Registration Number
- Verify details via OTP
- Complete the application form
- Pay the application fee
- Submit and download the application form
- Corrections can be made till 4 February 2026
Important Instructions
- Ensure PET details match application data
- Apply well before the deadline
- Keep PET scorecard and documents ready
- Incorrect information may lead to cancellation
