UKSSSC Scaler Online Form 2026: 200 Vacancies in Uttarakhand Van Vikas Nigam
The Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) has opened the UKSSSC Scaler online form 2026 for direct recruitment to 200 Scaler posts under Uttarakhand Van Vikas Nigam. The commission released Advertisement No. 82/UKSSSC/2026 on 15 September 2026, and eligible candidates who have passed Intermediate with Science or Mathematics can apply on the official website, www.sssc.uk.gov.in, until 22 October 2026.
Last Date: 2026-10-22 23:59:00
Quick Highlights
- Organization: Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC)
- Recruiting for: Uttarakhand Van Vikas Nigam
- Advertisement No.: 82/UKSSSC/2026
- Post Name: Scaler (Group C)
- Total Vacancies: 200
- Application Mode: Online
- Last Date to Apply: 22 October 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Publication Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 22 September 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 22 October 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 26 October to 27 October 2026 |
| Physical Eligibility and Physical Efficiency Test | Tentatively from 19 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
UKSSSC has advertised a total of 200 Scaler posts under Uttarakhand Van Vikas Nigam. Category-wise, the break-up of the 200 posts is as follows:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 105 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 39 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 27 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 8 |
| Total | 200 |
Within these 200 posts, horizontal reservation is also applicable as follows: 60 posts for women of Uttarakhand, 4 posts for ex-servicemen, 10 posts for dependents of freedom fighters, 8 posts for divyang (persons with disabilities) candidates, 10 posts for orphans, 8 posts for skilled sportspersons, and 20 posts for identified agitators of the Uttarakhand state movement or their dependents. Within the divyang reservation of 8 posts, 4 are for candidates with hearing or locomotor disability, 2 for candidates with autism, intellectual disability, or multiple disabilities, and 2 for candidates with low vision.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
A candidate must have passed the Intermediate examination or an equivalent examination, with Science or Mathematics as a subject, from a board or council established by law in India, or from a school recognised by the state of Uttarakhand.
Preferential Qualification
Other things being equal, preference in direct recruitment will be given to candidates who have served for a minimum of two years in the Territorial Army, or who hold a "B" or "C" certificate from the National Cadet Corps (NCC).
Age Limit
The age of a candidate is reckoned as on 1 July 2026. Candidates must not be below the minimum age and must not exceed the maximum age on this date, meaning candidates must be born between 2 July 1998 and 1 July 2008.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Uttarakhand SC/ST/OBC candidates | 5 years |
| Uttarakhand divyang candidates | 10 years |
| Dependents of Uttarakhand freedom fighters | 5 years |
| Ex-servicemen | As per actual military service rendered, subject to the resulting age not exceeding the upper age limit by more than 3 years |
Pay Scale
Selected candidates for the Scaler post will receive a pay scale of Rs 19,900 to Rs 63,200 (Level-02). The post is non-gazetted and temporary in nature, and it is covered under the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Physical Standards
Candidates must meet the following minimum height and chest measurement requirements:
| Gender | Height | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 163 cm | Minimum 5 cm expansion on inflation |
| Female | 150 cm | Minimum 5 cm expansion on inflation |
Relaxed height standards apply to candidates belonging to Gorkha, Nepali, Assamese, Ladakhi, Sikkimese, Bhutia, Garhwali, Kumaoni, Naga, Arunachal Pradesh, Lahaul and Spiti, and Meghalaya communities: 152 cm for male candidates and 145 cm for female candidates.
No candidate will be appointed if their vision defect in either eye is more than plus or minus 4.00 diopters.
Physical Efficiency Test
Candidates who meet the physical eligibility standards must also qualify the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), which consists of a qualifying race followed by three field events. Only candidates who clear the race are permitted to attempt the shot put, long jump, and high jump, and candidates get a maximum of three attempts to meet the qualifying standard in each of these three events.
| Event | Male Standard | Female Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Race | 25 km within 4 hours | 14 km within 4 hours |
| Shot Put (7.275 kg) | 5.00 metres | 3.50 metres |
| Long Jump | 4.00 metres | 2.00 metres |
| High Jump | 1.10 metres | 0.70 metres |
Selection Process
Selection for the Scaler post is completed in two stages:
- Stage 1: A qualifying physical eligibility test and physical efficiency test. Candidates declared successful move to the next stage.
- Stage 2: A written competitive examination for candidates who qualify Stage 1. The date of the written exam will be announced separately on the commission's website and through press notices.
Written Exam Pattern
The written examination will be an objective-type, multiple-choice paper carrying 100 marks, to be completed in 2 hours in offline mode. Questions will relate to the educational qualification prescribed for the post. The detailed syllabus is published separately on the UKSSSC website.
- Each question carries four answer options, and candidates must choose the best answer.
- A wrong answer attracts a negative mark equal to one-fourth of the marks fixed for that question.
- Unattempted questions carry no negative marking.
- Minimum qualifying marks are 45 percent for unreserved, EWS, and OBC candidates, and 35 percent for SC and ST candidates.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / Uttarakhand OBC | Rs 300 |
| Uttarakhand SC / ST / EWS | Rs 150 |
| Uttarakhand Divyang (PwD) | Rs 150 |
| Orphan | No fee |
The fee can be paid only through credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI. Applications submitted without payment of the required fee by the last date will be treated as automatically rejected.
Documents Required
- High school certificate for verification of name and date of birth
- Both sides of the Aadhaar card
- Certificates related to vertical and horizontal reservation category, if claimed
- Domicile or permanent residence certificate of Uttarakhand, or employment exchange registration proof, wherever applicable
- Scanned recent colour passport-size photograph and signature
- Scanned image of the left thumb for biometric verification
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can submit the UKSSSC Scaler online form by following these steps:
- Registration and Personal Details: Visit the official UKSSSC website and register using your Aadhaar number. Each Aadhaar number can be used for one registration only, and candidates should use their own mobile number and email ID.
- Educational and Other Details: Log in with your registration credentials and fill in your educational qualification, category, and reservation details in the online application form.
- Upload Photo, Signature: Upload a scanned recent colour passport-size photograph, signature, and a clear image of your left thumb for biometric verification, in the format specified by UKSSSC.
- Make Payment: Pay the application fee online using credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI. Applications with fees paid through any other mode will not be accepted.
- Print Application: After the status column shows Completed, save and print a copy of the final submitted application for your future reference.
Reservation Details
As per the latest orders of the Uttarakhand government, vertical reservation of sanctioned posts is 19 percent for Scheduled Caste, 4 percent for Scheduled Tribe, 14 percent for Other Backward Class, and 10 percent for the Economically Weaker Section. Horizontal reservation is 30 percent for women of Uttarakhand, 5 percent for ex-servicemen, 2 percent for dependents of freedom fighters, 4 percent for divyang candidates, 5 percent for orphans, 4 percent for skilled sportspersons, and 10 percent for identified agitators of the Uttarakhand state movement or their dependents. A candidate can claim benefit under only one horizontal reservation sub-category, whichever is most advantageous, and must produce a valid category certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the UKSSSC Scaler Recruitment 2026 about?
The Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) has released Advertisement No. 82/UKSSSC/2026 for direct recruitment to 200 Scaler posts (Group C) under Uttarakhand Van Vikas Nigam. Online applications opened on 22 September 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there for the Scaler post?
There are 200 vacancies for the Scaler post in Uttarakhand Van Vikas Nigam. Of these, 105 are unreserved, 39 for SC, 8 for ST, 27 for OBC, and 21 for the EWS category.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for the Scaler post?
Candidates must have passed Intermediate or an equivalent examination, with Science or Mathematics as a subject, from a board or council recognised in India or a school situated in and recognised by the state of Uttarakhand.
Q4. What is the age limit for UKSSSC Scaler Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 18 and 28 years of age as on 1 July 2026, meaning they should be born between 2 July 1998 and 1 July 2008. Age relaxation is available to SC, ST, OBC, divyang, and other categories as per Uttarakhand government rules.
Q5. What is the pay scale for the Scaler post?
Selected candidates will draw a pay scale of Rs 19,900 to Rs 63,200 at Level-02. The post is non-gazetted and temporary, and is covered under the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Q6. What is the last date to apply online for UKSSSC Scaler Recruitment 2026?
The online application window is open from 22 September 2026 to 22 October 2026. Candidates who wish to correct their submitted form can do so between 26 and 27 October 2026.
Q7. What is the selection process for UKSSSC Scaler posts?
Selection is completed in two stages. The first stage is a qualifying physical eligibility test and physical efficiency test, tentatively starting 19 November 2026. Candidates who clear this stage appear for a 100-mark offline objective-type written examination in the second stage.
Q8. How much is the application fee for UKSSSC Scaler Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is Rs 300 for unreserved and OBC candidates, and Rs 150 for SC, ST, EWS, and divyang candidates. There is no fee for candidates applying under the orphan category. Payment can be made only through credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI.
Source
This article is based on official Advertisement No. 82/UKSSSC/2026 dated 15 September 2026, issued by the Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission, published on sssc.uk.gov.in.
Disclaimer: This article is for general information purposes only and is based on the official notification available at the time of writing. Candidates are advised to read the original advertisement on the UKSSSC website and verify all details, including dates and eligibility conditions, before applying.
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