UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 — Apply Online for 722 Aabkari Sipahi Posts

Quick Highlights — UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026

• Organization: UP Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC)
• Advertisement No.: 08-Exam/2026 | Aabkari Sipahi Main Exam (Pra0Ar0Pa0-2025)/09
• Post Name: Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi)
• Total Vacancies: 722 Posts
• Application Mode: Online only via upsssc.gov.in
• Online Application Start Date: 04 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply (UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026): 24 June 2026
• Fee Correction / Application Correction Last Date: 01 July 2026
• Official Website: upsssc.gov.in

Important Dates

Important Note: After 24 June 2026, no new application or fee submission will be accepted. Candidates can make corrections in their application till 01 July 2026 only.

Application Fee

Fee can be paid via Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan. All candidates including Divyang, Ex-Servicemen, and Women candidates must pay as per their base category.

Vacancy Details — UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026

Table 1: Category-wise Vacancies (Vertical Reservation)

Table 2: Horizontal Reservation (Aabkari Sipahi — General)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed Class 12 (Intermediate) examination from the Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad, Uttar Pradesh or any equivalent exam recognized by the government. This is the mandatory (essential) educational qualification as per UP Aabkari Sipahi, Driver and Tadi Paryavekshak Service Rules, 1983 (as amended).

Additional Preference (Adhimani Qualification): Under Rule 9 of the same service rules, preference will be given to candidates who either served in the Pradeshik Sena (Territorial Army) for at least two years OR have obtained the NCC 'B' Certificate.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years (as of 1 July of the recruitment year)
• Maximum Age: 40 years
• Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST, OBC, PwD (Divyang), Ex-Servicemen, Women, and other reserved categories as per UP government orders.
• Government employees currently serving in UP state services get an upper age relaxation of 5 years.
• Candidates covered under the Chief Minister Fellowship scheme are also eligible for age relaxation as notified vide UP Shasan order dated 30 January 2026.

PET Eligibility Condition

This is a Main Examination. Only those candidates who participated in PET-2025 (Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025) and have a valid score card issued by UPSSSC are eligible to apply. Candidates who scored zero or negative marks in PET-2025 will not be shortlisted.

Reservation Policy

• SC/ST/OBC: Reservation as per UP government's latest shaskanadeshs and reservation acts.
• EWS (Economically Weaker Section): 10% reservation for candidates whose family income from all sources is less than Rs 8 lakh per year. EWS certificate must be issued between 01-04-2026 and 24-06-2026, valid for financial year 2025-26 and 2026-27.
• Divyang (PwD): 4% horizontal reservation distributed across groups (A, B, C, D) as per UP government's re-designated post orders. Candidates must update disability category and sub-category in their application form.
• Ex-Servicemen: Reservation as per UP Lok Sewa (Reservation for Physically Disabled, Dependants of Freedom Fighters and Ex-Servicemen) Act, 1993.
• Women: Reservation as per UP Shasan Karmic Anubhag orders.
• Outstanding Sportspersons: Reservation under UP Sarkari Vibhag (Outstanding Sportspersons Direct Recruitment) Rules, 2022.
• Only UP domicile candidates are eligible for reservation benefits. Non-UP domicile candidates will be treated as Unreserved.

Selection Process

The selection for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 follows a two-stage process:

1. Stage 1 — Written Main Examination (Likhit Pariksha): Shortlisting for the main exam is done based on PET-2025 normalised score (merit). Candidates equal to 15 times the category-wise vacancies (rounded to 2 decimal normalised score) will be shortlisted for the main exam.
2. Stage 2 — Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Candidates shortlisted from the main exam on the basis of their written exam marks will be called for Physical Standards Measurement and Physical Efficiency Test. These tests are qualifying in nature. Final selection is based on written exam marks only.

Physical Standards

For Male Candidates

• Chest: Minimum 80 cm (unexpanded) and minimum 85 cm (expanded)
• Height: Minimum 167.6 cm

For Female Candidates

• Weight: Minimum 45 kg
• Height (General/OBC/EWS): Minimum 152 cm
• Height (SC/ST): Minimum 147 cm

Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

• Male Candidates: Must complete a 4.8 km run within 25 minutes.
• Female Candidates: Must complete a 2.4 km run within 14 minutes.

Candidates who fail to complete the run within the specified time will not be eligible for final selection.

Exam Pattern — UPSSSC Excise Constable Main Exam 2026

Note: Each question carries 1 mark. Negative marking of 1/4 mark (0.25) applies for each wrong answer. The exam consists of objective and multiple-choice type questions only.

Syllabus — UPSSSC Excise Constable Main Exam 2026

Part-1: General Studies

• History of India: Social, cultural, economic and political aspects; Indian National Movement — freedom movement, rise of nationalism, attainment of independence.
• Geography: Physical, social and economic geography of India; agriculture, horticulture, forestry, animal husbandry, population and urbanisation; world geography.
• Economic and Social Development: Sustainable development, poverty alleviation, demography, social sector initiatives; relationship between population, environment and urbanisation.
• Indian Polity and Constitution: Constitutional development, Indian political system, governance, Panchayati Raj, local self-government, public policy, official issues and community development.
• General Science and Technology: Everyday science; application of science and technology in national security and daily life; India's achievements and indigenisation of technology.
• Environmental Ecology and Disaster Management: Biodiversity, climate change; NDMA, SDMA, NDRF, SDRF and various disaster management agencies in India.
• Current Events: Recent events of national and international importance.
• Data Interpretation: Interpretation and analysis of data; graphs, diagrams and statistical analysis.
• Excise-Related Legal Provisions (UP): United Provinces Excise Act-1910 (as amended); information about molasses, alcohol and other intoxicants; important UP government orders related to excise; Uttar Pradesh Excise Policy 2025-26.

Part-2: Computer and Information Technology

• History and application of computers, IT, internet, and World Wide Web (WWW).
• Hardware, Software, Input/Output, Internet Protocol/IP Address, IT gadgets.
• E-mail creation and use; operation of Printer, Tablet and Mobile.
• MS-Word, MS-Excel, Operating Systems, Social Networking, e-Governance.
• Digital Financial Tools; Future Skills and Cyber Security.
• Artificial Intelligence, Big Data Processing, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Internet of Things (IoT); India's achievements in this field.

Part-3: UP State General Knowledge

• History, culture, art, architecture, festivals, folk dances, literature of Uttar Pradesh.
• Regional languages, heritage, social customs and tourism.
• Geographical landscape, environment, natural resources, climate, soil, forests, wildlife, mines and minerals.
• Economy, agriculture, industry, business, employment, polity and administration of UP.
• Current events and achievements of Uttar Pradesh in various fields.

How to Apply for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026

1. Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in and go to the Live Advertisement Segment on the homepage.
2. Click on the advertisement related to Excise Constable Main Exam 2026 (Advt. No. 08-Exam/2026) to download and read the official notification carefully.
3. Log in using your PET-2025 Registration Number. An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number or email ID for authentication.
4. Verify your pre-filled personal information (name, father/mother name, date of birth, category, EWS details, etc.) from your PET-2025 data.
5. Fill in the mandatory educational qualification details — select Yes/No for holding the required Class 12 qualification and provide board name, passing year, certificate number and marks.
6. Under 'Other Details', select the post preference and mention any additional (adhimani) qualification if applicable.
7. Enter the verification code shown on screen and click Submit. Your application form with an 11-digit registration number will be generated. Take a printout and keep it safe.
8. Pay the online processing fee of Rs 25 via Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan. After successful payment, your form is finally submitted. Download and print the final application form.

Important: Only the online application mode is accepted. Applications submitted through any other medium will not be considered. Candidates must complete fee payment before the last date, as forms will not be finally submitted without successful fee reconciliation.

Application Correction / Modification Rules

After final submission of the application, candidates can make limited corrections up to 01 July 2026. The following details can be corrected:

• Postal / correspondence address
• Category details: EWS, horizontal reservation category (DFF, Divyang/PH, Ex-Servicemen, Gender, Outstanding Sportsperson)
• Mandatory/adhimani qualification information
• Marital status

No other changes are allowed. After 01 July 2026, no correction requests will be accepted.

Important Rules for Candidates

• UP domicile candidates must mention their reserved category in the application. Non-UP residents will be considered as Unreserved.
• Only one relaxation benefit is allowed if a candidate claims multiple reserved categories.
• For female candidates from UP, only caste certificate issued from the father's side will be accepted.
• Ex-servicemen must be retired from service by the last date of application (24-06-2026).
• PwD (Divyang) candidates must update their disability type and sub-category as per the latest UP government orders.
• Candidates currently in service must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer to appear in the selection process.
• If a candidate submits multiple applications, only the last submitted application will be considered.
• Birth date as recorded in Class 10 / High School certificate will be the final proof. No other document is accepted for age proof.
• Candidates with more than one living spouse are not eligible to apply.
• Any malpractice, misconduct or use of unfair means during the exam will lead to immediate cancellation of candidature and debarment from future UPSSSC exams.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the total number of vacancies in UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?

The total number of vacancies in UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 is 722 posts. Out of these, 612 posts are under the general recruitment category and 110 posts are under special selection (Vishesh Chayan).

What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026?

The last date to submit the online application form for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 is 24 June 2026. The last date for fee reconciliation and application correction is 01 July 2026.

What is the application fee for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026?

The application form fee is Rs 0 (zero) for all categories — UR, OBC, SC, and ST. Candidates only need to pay an online processing fee of Rs 25, making the total payable amount Rs 25 for all applicants.

Who is eligible to apply for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026?

Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 (Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025) conducted by UPSSSC and received a score card are eligible to apply. Additionally, candidates must have passed Class 12 (Intermediate) or an equivalent exam from UP Board or a government-recognized board.

What is the age limit for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026?

Candidates must have attained 18 years of age by 1 July of the recruitment year and must not be older than 40 years. Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and other categories as per UP government rules.

What is the exam pattern for UPSSSC Excise Constable Main Exam 2026?

The main written exam has one question paper with 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks. The time duration is 2 hours (120 minutes). There is negative marking of 1/4 mark for each wrong answer. The exam has three parts: General Studies (Part-1), Computer and IT Knowledge (Part-2), and UP State GK (Part-3).

What is the pay scale for UPSSSC Excise Constable post?

The Excise Constable post is placed at Pay Matrix Level-2. The minimum basic pay is Rs 19,900 and the maximum basic pay is Rs 63,200 per month as per the 7th Pay Commission.

What is the website to apply online for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026?

Candidates must apply online only through the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in. No other mode of application is accepted. Applications submitted through any other medium will be rejected.

Official Notification and Source

This article is based on the official recruitment notification released by the UP Subordinate Services Selection Commission, Lucknow under Advertisement No. 08-Exam/2026 dated 06 April 2026. Candidates are advised to read the complete official PDF before applying.

• Official Website: upsssc.gov.in