UPPCB Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 14 Assistant Scientific Officer and 26 Assistant Environmental Engineer Posts

Quick Highlights – UPPCB Vacancy 2026

Detail	Information
Organization	Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB)
Advertisement No.	G47295/AS Camp(110)/2026 dated 27.02.2026
Post Names	Assistant Scientific Officer (ASO) and Assistant Environmental Engineer (AEE)
Total Vacancies	40 (26 AEE + 14 ASO)
Pay Scale	Pay Matrix Level-10
Application Mode	Online only
Start Date of Online Application	28th February 2026 (11:00 AM onwards)
Last Date for ASO Online Form 2026	28th March 2026 (up to 06:00 PM)
Official Website	www.uppcb.up.gov.in

Important Dates – UPPCB Recruitment 2026

Event	Date and Time
Start of Online Application and Registration	28th February 2026 (11:00 AM onwards)
Last Date for Registration and Submission of Online Application	28th March 2026 (up to 06:00 PM)
Eligibility Cut-off Date	28th February 2026
Exam Date (Computer Based Test)	To be announced on official website www.uppcb.up.gov.in
Admit Card	Available on official website after the last date of application

Important Note: Candidates must possess all required qualifications and meet all eligibility criteria as on 28-02-2026. Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date for submission of online applications. After submission, admit cards and other updates will be available only through the official UPPCB website link for this examination.

Application Fee – UPPCB Assistant Scientific Officer Online Form 2026

Category	Application Fee
Unreserved (UR)	Rs. 2,000/-
Other Backward Classes (OBC)	Rs. 2,000/-
Scheduled Caste (SC)	Rs. 1,000/-
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	Rs. 1,000/-
Persons with Disabilities (PwD)	Nil

Important Fee Rules:

• Dependents of freedom fighters, ex-servicemen, and female candidates are required to pay the fee as per their original category (UR/OBC/SC/ST/PwD).
• Bank charges in addition to the application fee will be borne by the candidate.
• Fee must be paid only through the online payment gateway on the official UPPCB website. No other mode such as demand draft, cheque, money order, postal order, or banker's cheque will be accepted.
• The application fee once paid is non-refundable and will not be transferred or held in reserve for any future examination.
• If a candidate wishes to make corrections in an already submitted application, they may submit a fresh second application online before the deadline by paying the full fee again. The fee from the first application will not be refunded or adjusted.

UPPCB Vacancy Details 2026 – Category-Wise Breakdown

S. No.	Designation	Pay Matrix Level	Total Posts	UR	OBC	SC	ST	EWS
1	Assistant Environmental Engineer (AEE)	Level-10	26	11	07	06	00	02
2	Assistant Scientific Officer (ASO)	Level-10	14	06	04	03	00	01
Total			40	17	11	09	00	03

Horizontal Reservation shall be applicable in accordance with the prevailing latest orders issued by the Government of Uttar Pradesh for the advertised posts. The number of vacancies may vary.

Eligibility Criteria – UPPCB Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification

For the post of Assistant Environmental Engineer (AEE):
A Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering / Chemical Technology / Civil Engineering / Environmental Engineering from a University established by law in India or a qualification recognised by the Government as equivalent thereto. Any equivalent qualification shall include a qualified Associate Member of the Institute of Engineers India (AMIE) in Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Environmental Engineering branch.

For the post of Assistant Scientific Officer (ASO):
Either of the following two qualifications is acceptable:

• A Doctorate in Chemistry / Zoology / Botany / Biochemistry from a University established by law in India, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government, with 3 years of experience in the field of Environment / Pollution Control / Public Health.
• A Master's Degree in Chemistry / Zoology / Botany / Biochemistry from a University established by law in India, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government, with 5 years of experience in the field of Environment / Pollution Control / Public Health.

Age Limit (As on 1st July 2025)

Category	Minimum Age	Maximum Age
General / Unreserved	21 years	40 years
SC / ST / OBC of Uttar Pradesh, Skilled Sportspersons (UP), State Government Employees (UP)	21 years	45 years (5 years relaxation)
Persons with Disabilities	21 years	55 years (15 years relaxation)
Ex-Servicemen (with at least 5 years of service)	21 years	Service period + 3 years relaxation (maximum relaxation up to 15 years)

Note: Only the date of birth as mentioned in the High School (Class 10) or equivalent examination certificate will be considered for calculating the age of the candidate. Ex-servicemen must have retired from armed forces by the last date of application. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC and sportspersons applies only to candidates domiciled in Uttar Pradesh.

UPPCB Assistant Scientific Officer Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 – Selection Process

The selection for UPPCB Recruitment 2026 will be conducted under the provisions of the "Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board Service Regulations, 1995, as amended." The process consists of two stages — a Computer Based Test (CBT) and an Interview — with a total of 470 marks.

Stage I – Computer Based Test (CBT): 400 Marks

The CBT is an objective type examination of 120 minutes duration with 100 questions totalling 400 marks. The question paper will be available in both English and Hindi. In case of any discrepancy in interpretation, the English version shall be treated as final.

Exam Pattern for Assistant Scientific Officer (Post-Wise):

S. No.	Subject	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
1	Environmental Sciences (Under Graduate Standard)	70	280	120 Minutes
2	General Aptitude	30	120
Total		100	400

Exam Pattern for Assistant Environmental Engineer (Post-Wise):

S. No.	Subject	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks	Duration
1	Environmental Engineering (B.Tech/BE Standard)	70	280	120 Minutes
2	General Aptitude	30	120
Total		100	400

Marking Scheme:

• Each question has 4 options. Only one answer is correct.
• Correct answer: +4 marks
• Wrong answer: -1 mark (negative marking)
• Question not attempted: 0 marks

Stage II – Interview: 70 Marks

Based on the CBT merit list, candidates will be shortlisted and called for the Interview stage as per prescribed rules. The Interview carries 70 marks. Candidates must produce original and self-attested copies of documents related to age, mark sheets, and degrees at the time of the interview. A hard copy of the online submitted application form must also be carried to the interview.

Final Merit List

The final merit list will be prepared based on the combined marks obtained by the applicants out of a total of 470 marks (400 CBT + 70 Interview) as per the provisions of the existing rules and regulations. Selection will be made accordingly.

How to Apply for UPPCB Assistant Scientific Officer Recruitment 2026

All applications must be submitted online only. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted. Follow these steps carefully:

1. Visit the official website of Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board at www.uppcb.up.gov.in and locate the link for Assistant Environmental Engineer and Assistant Scientific Officer Examination-2026.
2. Read the complete advertisement and guidelines carefully. Confirm that you meet all eligibility conditions including educational qualification, experience, age limit, and domicile requirements as on 28-02-2026 before proceeding.
3. Click on the registration link, complete One Time Registration by entering your basic details, and generate your User ID and password. Keep your active email ID and mobile number handy.
4. Log in with your credentials and fill in the online application form with all accurate details including personal information, educational qualifications, experience, caste category, and address. Note that entries made in the last submitted application will be treated as final.
5. Upload all required documents including self-attested copies of educational qualification proof, caste certificate (in UP Government prescribed format for reserved category candidates), and other relevant documents as mentioned in the form.
6. Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway available on the UPPCB website only. Fee is Rs. 2000/- for UR/OBC, Rs. 1000/- for SC/ST, and Nil for PwD candidates. Remember that the fee once paid is non-refundable.
7. After successful fee payment, submit the online application form. Print and retain a hard copy of the submitted application form. There is no need to send the hard copy to the UPPCB office but you must carry it at the time of interview.

General Rules and Important Instructions

Candidates applying for UPPCB Recruitment 2026 must carefully note the following rules:

• Only candidates who are domiciles of Uttar Pradesh are eligible for reservation benefits under SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories. Candidates from other states will be treated as Unreserved.
• For reserved category benefits, relaxation in age, and fee exemption, only caste/category certificates issued by the competent authority in the format prescribed by the Government of Uttar Pradesh will be accepted.
• Male candidates with more than one living wife, and female candidates married to a man who already has a living wife, will not be considered eligible unless the Governor of Uttar Pradesh has granted a specific exemption.
• Candidates currently employed in Central or State Government must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer and submit it to UPPCB on demand.
• Providing false information in the application form will result in disqualification from this and all future examinations/selection processes of UPPCB.
• Admission to the written examination is purely provisional. Eligibility will be verified at the interview stage. If a candidate is found ineligible at any stage, their candidature or even appointment will be cancelled.
• Candidates selected for appointment will be required to undergo a medical examination by the Chief Medical Officer, and the report must be submitted upon joining.
• UPPCB reserves the right to allot examination centres; no representation regarding centre allocation will be entertained.
• Any misconduct, use of unfair means, or indiscipline in the examination hall will result in cancellation of candidature and disqualification from future examinations.
• In case of any dispute, the place of jurisdiction shall be Lucknow.

Frequently Asked Questions – UPPCB Recruitment 2026

What is the total number of vacancies in UPPCB Recruitment 2026?

UPPCB has notified a total of 40 vacancies: 26 posts of Assistant Environmental Engineer and 14 posts of Assistant Scientific Officer, both at Pay Matrix Level-10. The number of vacancies may vary as per UPPCB's discretion.

What is the last date to apply for UPPCB Assistant Scientific Officer Online Form 2026?

The last date to submit the online application for UPPCB Recruitment 2026 is 28th March 2026 up to 06:00 PM. The online application portal opened on 28th February 2026 at 11:00 AM. Candidates must possess all required qualifications and eligibility as on 28-02-2026.

What is the application fee for UPPCB Recruitment 2026?

The application fee for UPPCB Recruitment 2026 is: Unreserved and OBC – Rs. 2000/-; SC and ST – Rs. 1000/-; Persons with Disabilities – Nil. Bank charges in addition to the application fee will be borne by the candidate. Fee must be paid only through the online payment gateway on the official UPPCB website. The fee once paid is non-refundable.

What is the educational qualification required for UPPCB Assistant Scientific Officer post?

For the post of Assistant Scientific Officer, the candidate must hold either: (1) A Doctorate in Chemistry/Zoology/Botany/Biochemistry from a recognised university with 3 years of experience in Environment/Pollution Control/Public Health; OR (2) A Master's Degree in Chemistry/Zoology/Botany/Biochemistry from a recognised university with 5 years of experience in Environment/Pollution Control/Public Health.

What is the age limit for UPPCB Recruitment 2026?

The minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 40 years as on 1st July 2025. Age relaxation of 5 years is provided for SC/ST/OBC of Uttar Pradesh, skilled sportspersons, and State Government employees. Ex-servicemen with at least 5 years of service get a relaxation of 3 years in addition to their years of service (maximum relaxation up to 15 years). Persons with disabilities get 15 years of age relaxation.

What is the UPPCB Assistant Scientific Officer Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026?

The selection for UPPCB ASO 2026 consists of two stages: Stage I is a Computer Based Test (CBT) of 400 marks comprising 70 questions on Environmental Sciences (Under Graduate Standard) worth 280 marks and 30 questions on General Aptitude worth 120 marks, with a duration of 120 minutes. Each correct answer earns 4 marks and each wrong answer deducts 1 mark. Stage II is an Interview carrying 70 marks. The final merit list is prepared out of a total of 470 marks.

How can I apply online for UPPCB Recruitment 2026?

To apply online for UPPCB Recruitment 2026, visit the official website www.uppcb.up.gov.in and open the link for Assistant Environmental Engineer and Assistant Scientific Officer Examination-2026. Register on the online portal and fill in all required details carefully. Upload all necessary documents including educational qualification proof, caste certificate, and other relevant documents. Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway available on the UPPCB website. Submit the application before 28th March 2026 up to 06:00 PM and take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

Official Source and Notification PDF

All information in this article is based solely on Advertisement No. G47295/AS Camp(110)/2026 issued by the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board on 27th February 2026. Candidates are advised to check the official website regularly for updates on Admit Card, Exam Date, Answer Key, Cut Off, Result, and Merit List.

Resource	Details
Official Website	www.uppcb.up.gov.in
Application Portal Link	Available under "Assistant Environmental Engineer and Assistant Scientific Officer Examination-2026" on official website
Advertisement No.	G47295/AS Camp(110)/2026 dated 27.02.2026
Issuing Authority	Member Secretary, Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board
UPPCB Office Address	TC-12V, Vibhuti Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow