The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) is set to release the official notification for the Provincial Civil Service (PCS) 2024 Exam in December 2023. Aspiring candidates aiming for Grade A positions under the Government of Uttar Pradesh should take note of the following essential information:
| Exam Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | PCS 2024 |
| Organization | UPPSC |
| State | Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Vacancies | Yet to be announced |
| Notification Release | December 2023 |
| Application Period | December 2023 to January 2024 |
| Exam Date | March 24, 2024 |
| Official Website | UPPSC Official Website |
Exam Schedule:
- The exam will be conducted on March 24, 2024.
- The offline exam will be held in two shifts: 09:30 am to 11:30 am and 02:30 pm to 04:30 pm.
- Aspirants should report to the exam center by 08:30 am for the morning shift and 01:30 pm for the afternoon shift.
Vacancy Details:
- The number of vacancies is estimated to be around 500 across various posts under different government departments of Uttar Pradesh.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree from a UGC-recognized institution.
- Age Limit: Applicants should be between 21 to 40 years old. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
Application Fee:
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹125 (Exam Fee: ₹100, Processing Fee: ₹25)
- SC/ST: ₹65 (Exam Fee: ₹40, Processing Fee: ₹25)
- Differently Abled Person: ₹25 (Processing Fee only)
- Ex-Serviceman: ₹65 (Exam Fee: ₹40, Processing Fee: ₹25)
Application Process:
- Visit the official UPPSC website at https://uppsc.up.nic.in/.
- Click on the ‘Apply Online: Provincial Civil Service 2024’ link.
- Enter accurate basic and educational details, then proceed to the next page.
- Upload required documents, including a photograph and signature.
- Pay the exam and processing fee using debit card, net banking, or UPI.
- Submit the application form.
Selection Process:
- Preliminary Examination: Two papers on general studies and aptitude. Paper-1 has 150 questions for 200 marks, and Paper-2 is qualifying.
- Mains Examination: Consists of 8 papers covering subjects like Hindi, Essay, and General Studies.
- Interview: A personal interview for 100 marks covering general topics, academic matters, and personality.
Candidates are advised to stay updated with the official UPPSC website for the release of the official notification brochure and vacancy details.