Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released a notice for the Review Officer (Samiksha Adhikari) and Assistant Review Officer (Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari) Exam 2026. Graduates from any stream can apply for most posts.
Quick Summary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC), Prayagraj |
| Exam | Review Officer / Assistant Review Officer (General / Special Selection) Exam 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | A-4/E-1/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 501 |
| Qualification | Graduation (B.Com for the Accounts post) |
| Age Limit | 21 to 40 years (as on 1 July 2026) |
| Application Mode | Online (One Time Registration required) |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | uppsc.up.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice Released | 24 to 25 October 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | 26 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 26 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 26 November 2026 (verify; some sources say 3 December) |
| Correction Window | Up to 3 December 2026 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card | Before the exam |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Samiksha Adhikari (Review Officer, RO) | 129 |
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (Assistant Review Officer, ARO) | 373 |
| Total as per notice | 501 |
The two figures add up to 502, so check the official post-wise table.
Departments
| Department | Posts |
|---|---|
| UP Secretariat | Samiksha Adhikari, Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari |
| Board of Revenue | Samiksha Adhikari, Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari |
| UPPSC | Samiksha Adhikari, Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari, Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (Accounts) |
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Samiksha Adhikari (all departments) | Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognised university |
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari | Bachelor’s degree in any stream, “O” Level exam passed, Hindi typing 25 WPM |
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (Accounts), UPPSC | B.Com degree from a recognised university |
Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)
| Detail | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 40 years |
| Relaxation | As per UP government rules (add category-wise details from the PDF) |
Application Fee (Tentative)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹125 |
| SC / ST | ₹65 |
| PH (Divyang) | ₹25 |
Pay online by debit card, credit card, net banking or SBI e-challan. Confirm the final fee in the detailed notification.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Preliminary Exam | Objective, General Studies and General Hindi |
| 2. Main Exam | Written: General Studies, General Hindi and Drafting, Hindi Essay |
| 3. Typing Test | Hindi typing, qualifying, for ARO posts |
| 4. Document Verification | Original documents and certificates |
Salary
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | Varies by post, from Level-5 up to Level-8 (₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100) |
| Per-post pay level | Add from the detailed notification |
How to Apply Online
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the UPPSC website: uppsc.up.nic.in |
| 2 | Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if you haven’t already |
| 3 | Log in and open the RO / ARO 2026 application link |
| 4 | Fill in personal, education and category details |
| 5 | Upload your photo, signature and ID proof |
| 6 | Preview the form carefully |
| 7 | Pay the fee online and submit |
| 8 | Save a printout of the final form |
Documents to Keep Ready
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Graduation marksheet and degree | Qualification proof |
| “O” Level certificate | ARO posts |
| Hindi typing proof | ARO posts |
| Photo and signature (scanned) | Upload |
| ID proof and address proof | Identity |
| Category / PH certificate | Reserved categories |
Important Links
| Link | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (active from 26 Oct 2026) | Apply Online |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | UPPSC Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are there in UPPSC RO ARO 2026?
A total of 501 vacancies have been announced, reported as 129 Review Officer and 373 Assistant Review Officer posts.
Q2. When does the UPPSC RO ARO online application start?
The online application starts on 26 October 2026.
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online is 26 November 2026.
Q4. What is the age limit for UPPSC RO ARO 2026?
The age limit is 21 to 40 years as on 1 July 2026, with relaxation as per UP government rules.
Q5. Who can apply for these posts?
Graduates from any stream can apply. The Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (Accounts) post requires a B.Com degree.
Q6. Is One Time Registration (OTR) compulsory?
Yes. Candidates must complete OTR on the UPPSC website before they can apply.
Q7. What is the selection process?
Preliminary exam, main exam, a Hindi typing test for ARO posts (qualifying), and document verification.
Q8. When will the preliminary exam be held?
The date has not been announced yet. It will be published on the official UPPSC website.
Disclaimer: FresherWave is not an official government website. Please verify all details on the official UPPSC notification before applying.