Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC)
UKPSC PCS 2026 — Uttarakhand Provincial Civil Services
Quick Information
| Post Name | Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), BDO, Treasury Officer, Excise Inspector, and other State Services posts |
| Total Vacancies | 189 |
| Salary | Pay Level 7–10 (Uttarakhand pay scales) — ₹44,900–₹1,42,400/month basic + DA + HRA + state allowances. Deputy Collector/DSP: ~₹75,000–₹95,000/month gross. |
| Organization | Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) |
Application Fee
| General | ₹172.30 |
| OBC | ₹172.30 |
| SC / ST | ₹82.30 |
| Women | ₹82.30 |
| PH / Divyang | ₹82.30 |
Important Dates
| Start Date | 1 May 2026 |
| Last Date | 31 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | 23 August 2026 |
Eligibility
| Age Limit | 21–42 years for most posts. Age relaxation: OBC +5 yrs, SC/ST +5 yrs, PwBD +10 yrs, Ex-Servicemen as per Uttarakhand Govt rules. Uttarakhand domicile required. |
| Education | Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university. Knowledge of Hindi and Devnagri script required. |
Selection Process
- 1**Stage 1 — Preliminary Exam (Objective)** | Paper | Marks | Duration | |---|---|---| | Paper I: General Studies | 150 | 2 hours | | Paper II: CSAT | 100 | 2 hours | CSAT qualifying (minimum 33%). GS marks used for shortlisting. No negative marking. **Stage 2 — Main Exam (Descriptive)** | Paper | Marks | |---|---| | Paper I: General Hindi | 150 | | Paper II: Essay | 120 | | Paper III: GS I — History
- 2Culture | 200 | | Paper IV: GS II — Polity
- 3Economy | 200 | | Paper V: GS III — Science
- 4Tech
- 5Environment | 200 | | Paper VI: GS IV — Ethics
- 6Integrity | 200 | | Paper VII: Optional Subject | 200 | | **Total** | **1
- 7270** | **Stage 3 — Interview** 100 marks.
How to Apply
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What is UKPSC PCS?
UKPSC PCS (Uttarakhand Provincial Civil Services) is the state civil services examination conducted by the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission. It recruits officers for gazetted administrative, police, and revenue posts across Uttarakhand's 13 districts.
Uttarakhand is a hill state with distinct administrative challenges — a PCS officer here works on tourism, disaster management (frequent floods and landslides), forest conservation, and mountain border infrastructure.
Posts Offered
| Post | Service |
|---|---|
| Deputy Collector | State Civil Service |
| Deputy Superintendent of Police | Police |
| BDO (Block Development Officer) | Rural Development |
| Treasury Officer | Finance |
| Excise Inspector | Excise |
| District Welfare Officer | Social Welfare |
| Other Group A/B Posts | Various Depts |
Eligibility
- Age: 21–42 years (one of the higher upper age limits among state PSCs)
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree from any recognised university
- Language: Hindi and Devnagri script knowledge required
- Domicile: Uttarakhand domicile required for reserved category benefits
Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | May 1, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 31, 2026 |
| Prelims Exam | August 23, 2026 |
| Mains Exam | December 2026 (expected) |
| Interview | March 2027 (expected) |
Preparation Strategy
Uttarakhand-specific content: Garhwal and Kumaon kingdoms, Chipko Movement (Sunderlal Bahuguna), Uttarakhand statehood (2000), Char Dham Yatra significance, glaciers and rivers (Ganga origin at Gangotri, Yamuna, Bhagirathi), disaster management (2013 Kedarnath floods), Uttarakhand agro-forestry, and tourism economy.
GS IV (Ethics): UKPSC has emphasized public service integrity and disaster response ethics. Case studies from hill administration are common.
Optional Subject: Choose based on your graduation background — straightforward advice that holds true for all state PSCs.
Official Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| UKPSC Website | ukpsc.net.in |
| Apply Online | ukpsc.net.in |