At a Glance
- Total Vacancies
- 722
- Post Name
- Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi)
- Eligibility
- Passed Intermediate (10+2 / Class 12th) examination from any recognized Board in India (UP Board or equivalent recognized by the Government)
- Age Limit
- 40 Years
- Exam / Result Date
- 20 September 2026 (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
- Application Last Date
- 24 June 2026
- Application Start Date
- 4 June 2026
Quick Summary
UPSSSC has released Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) Recruitment 2026 under Advt. No. 08-Exam/2026 for 722 posts. PET-2025 qualified candidates can apply online from 4 June to 24 June 2026 at upsssc.gov.in. Exam on 20 September 2026.
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) is a state government body constituted to conduct competitive examinations and recruit candidates for various Group C posts across Uttar Pradesh government departments. The Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) post falls under the Office of the Excise Commissioner, Uttar Pradesh, Prayagraj, and is responsible for enforcement duties related to excise laws, prevention of illicit liquor trade, and field operations under the direction of excise officers.
UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) Recruitment 2026 notification under Advertisement No. 08-Exam/2026 for 722 Group C posts. This is a Mains Examination for candidates who have qualified UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET-2025). The online application window is open from 4 June 2026 to 24 June 2026 at the official UPSSSC portal upsssc.gov.in. The Mains Written Examination is scheduled for 20 September 2026 (10:00 AM to 12:00 PM). Shortlisted candidates will also undergo a Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET), which are qualifying in nature. Final merit is based solely on Written Examination marks. Selected candidates are placed in Pay Level-2 of the 7th CPC with a pay band of ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 plus state government allowances.
The previous UPSSSC Excise Constable recruitment cycle (2022) had filled 482 posts. The 2026 notification announces 722 vacancies — a 50% increase in seats — reflecting Uttar Pradesh government's push to strengthen excise enforcement across the state.
| Organisation | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 08-Exam/2026 |
| Post Name | Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) |
| Department | Office of the Excise Commissioner, Uttar Pradesh, Prayagraj |
| Post Group | Group C |
| Total Vacancies | 722 |
| Exam Type | Mains Examination (PET-2025 qualified candidates only) |
| Selection Mode | Written Exam + Physical Standard Test (PST) + Physical Efficiency Test (PET) |
| Application Mode | Online only (via PET-2025 credentials) |
| Apply Start Date | 4 June 2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 24 June 2026 |
| Mains Exam Date | 20 September 2026 (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM) |
| Pay Scale | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Pay Level-2, 7th CPC) |
| Official Portal | upsssc.gov.in |
Source: UPSSSC Official Notification, Advt. No. 08-Exam/2026, and UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026 published at upsssc.gov.in.
UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 4 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 24 June 2026 |
| Application Fee Payment Last Date | 24 June 2026 |
| Application Correction / Modification Last Date | 1 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced — check upsssc.gov.in |
| Mains Written Examination | 20 September 2026 (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM) |
| Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | To be announced after Mains result |
UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
UPSSSC has announced 722 vacancies for the post of Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) under Advt. No. 08-Exam/2026. The complete category-wise breakup is as follows:
| Post Name | UR (General) | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) – Advt. No. 08-Exam/2026 | 246 | 61 | 215 | 174 | 26 | 722 |
Reservation is as per Uttar Pradesh Government norms. Candidates must belong to the UP domicile to avail reservation benefits. OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate from the competent authority is mandatory for OBC category claims.
UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | ₹25/- |
| OBC | ₹25/- |
| EWS | ₹25/- |
| SC / ST | ₹25/- |
| PH / Divyang (PwBD) | ₹25/- |
| Payment Mode | State Bank of India (SBI) I-Collect Fee Mode or E-Challan |
The application fee of ₹25/- is uniform for all categories. Fee payment must be completed before the last date of 24 June 2026.
UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 (as on 1 July 2026)
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age (All Categories) | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age – General / UR | 40 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – Male | 43 Years (+3 years relaxation) |
| SC / ST – Male | 45 Years (+5 years relaxation) |
| General / UR – Female | 43 Years (+3 years relaxation for women) |
| OBC – Female | 43 Years |
| SC / ST – Female | 45 Years |
| PwBD (Divyang) candidates | Additional relaxation as per UP Government rules |
| EWS candidates | 40 Years (same as UR) |
Age is calculated as on 1 July 2026. Age relaxation is admissible as per Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission Advertisement No. 08-Exam/2026 and applicable UP Government rules. Candidates must produce valid category certificates at Document Verification.
Educational Qualification for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic Qualification | Passed Intermediate (10+2 / Class 12th) examination from any recognized Board in India (UP Board or equivalent recognized by the Government) |
| PET Requirement (Mandatory) | Valid UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET-2025) Score Card is compulsory. Candidates who scored zero or negative marks (absolute or normalised) in PET-2025 are NOT eligible. |
| Desirable Qualification | Candidates with minimum 2 years of service in Pradeshik Sena (Territorial Army) OR holding NCC 'B' Certificate may be given preference in case of equal merit. |
| Nationality | Indian citizen. Only UP domicile holders are eligible for reservation benefits. |
The academic qualification cut-off date is the last date of application (24 June 2026). Candidates whose results are awaited as on the cut-off date are NOT eligible. The PET-2025 score is used only for shortlisting — it does not count towards the Excise Constable merit list. Merit is prepared entirely on the basis of Mains Written Examination marks.
Physical Standard Test (PST) for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026
| Parameter | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Height | 167.6 cm (minimum) | 152 cm (minimum) |
| Chest (Unexpanded / Expanded) | 80 cm / 85 cm (minimum 5 cm expansion required) | Not applicable |
| Weight | Proportionate to height as per norms | Proportionate to height as per norms |
Physical Standard Test is qualifying in nature. Candidates who do not meet the physical standards will not be considered for the merit list irrespective of their written exam score. Refer to the official notification PDF for any height relaxation applicable to SC/ST/Hill region candidates.
UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 – Pay Scale & Salary
Candidates selected as UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 are placed in Pay Level-2 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) pay matrix, which is the applicable pay structure for Uttar Pradesh state government Group C posts.
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), medical benefits, and other perks admissible under Uttar Pradesh state government rules. The gross salary increases progressively with annual increments and periodic DA revisions.
UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 – Selection Process
The UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 selection process follows a four-stage sequence. Only candidates with a valid PET-2025 Score Card are eligible to enter this process. The PET-2025 score is used solely for shortlisting to the Mains Written Examination and does not form part of the final merit.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1: PET-2025 Shortlisting (Screening) | Candidates are shortlisted for the Mains Written Examination based on their UPSSSC PET-2025 Normalised Score. Up to 15 times the number of category-wise vacancies are shortlisted. Candidates with zero or negative PET marks are excluded. |
| Stage 2: Mains Written Examination | Objective type written test of 100 questions for 100 marks. Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes). Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer. Scheduled for 20 September 2026. Final merit list is prepared solely on this stage. |
| Stage 3: Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | Qualifying in nature. PST measures height, chest (male only), and weight. Physical Efficiency Test involves running: Male – 4.8 km in 24 minutes; Female – as per notification norms. Candidates failing PST/PET are disqualified regardless of written score. |
| Stage 4: Document Verification (DV) | Final verification of original certificates – age proof, education certificate, category certificate, domicile, and PET-2025 score card. Candidates must carry all originals at the time of DV. |
There is no interview in the UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 selection process. Final merit is prepared solely on the basis of Mains Written Examination marks, subject to qualifying PST/PET stages.
UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 – Mains Exam Pattern
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Question Type | Objective Type – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Marks per Correct Answer | +1 mark |
| Negative Marking | –0.25 marks per wrong answer (1/4th of marks) |
| Language | Hindi |
UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 – Mains Exam Syllabus (Subject-wise)
| Subject / Section | Key Topics |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | Geography of India and UP, Indian Polity, Indian Economy, Science & Technology, Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management, Current Events (National & International) |
| General Hindi (सामान्य हिन्दी) | Hindi Grammar, Synonyms, Antonyms, Fill in the blanks, Error detection, Comprehension, Vocabulary |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Syllogism, Series Completion, Puzzles |
| Numerical Ability / Elementary Arithmetic | Number System, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Time & Distance |
| Computer & Information Technology | History and basics of computers, IT applications, Internet and World Wide Web (WWW), MS Office basics |
The detailed official syllabus PDF is available at upsssc.gov.in. Candidates are advised to download and refer to the official syllabus document for complete subject-wise topic distribution.
How to Fill UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 Online Form – Step by Step
There are two login methods available to apply for UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 at upsssc.gov.in. No offline application form is accepted. PET-2025 registration credentials are mandatory for both methods.
- Visit the official UPSSSC portal at upsssc.gov.in and click on the "Excise Constable Main Examination 2026 – Advt. No. 08-Exam/2026" link in the active advertisements section.
- Log in using Method 1 (PET Registration Number + Date of Birth + Gender + Domicile + Category) or Method 2 (PET-2025 Registration Number + OTP Password). Keep your PET-2025 registration details ready.
- After successful login, verify that your personal details, photograph, and signature (auto-fetched from PET-2025 records) are correctly displayed. Do not proceed if any detail is incorrect — use the correction window instead.
- Fill in the application details specific to this post: choose the post, verify your educational qualification entries, and fill in communication address and other required columns.
- Collect and keep scanned copies of all required documents ready: Intermediate certificate, PET-2025 Score Card, category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS), domicile certificate, photo ID proof, passport-size photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application processing fee of ₹25/- online via State Bank of India (SBI) I-Collect or E-Challan mode. Save the payment confirmation receipt or challan copy for future reference.
- Carefully preview all filled entries before final submission. Verify all columns – name, date of birth, category, PET registration number, and educational details.
- Submit the application form and take a printout of the final submitted application for future reference. Correction of any errors can only be done before 1 July 2026 through the Modification window.
UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 Admit Card – How to Download (Forward Section)
The UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 Admit Card will be released on the official UPSSSC portal before the Mains Written Examination scheduled for 20 September 2026. Candidates must download the admit card from upsssc.gov.in using their PET-2025 registration number and date of birth. The hall ticket will contain the exam centre name, address, reporting time, and roll number. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid government-issued photo ID to the examination hall. No candidate will be allowed entry without the admit card.
UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026 – Official Links & Notification PDF
| Document / Link | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – UPSSSC All Notifications | Apply Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF (Advt. 08-Exam/2026) | upsssc.gov.in |
| Official UPSSSC Website | upsssc.gov.in |
The notification PDF is available on the official UPSSSC portal under the "All Notifications" section. Third-party syllabus PDFs are not official documents — always refer to the notification PDF from upsssc.gov.in.
