UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026 Released: Complete Month-by-Month Schedule for Lekhpal, Forest Guard, Pharmacist, JE and More
Candidates preparing for UPSSSC 2026 recruitment exams now have a clear roadmap — here is every date you need to mark.
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has officially published its Examination and Interview Calendar for the year 2026. Available on the commission's portal at upsssc.gov.in, this schedule is the single most important document for lakhs of government job aspirants in Uttar Pradesh who are targeting posts across health, engineering, revenue, forest, excise, and technical departments.
Unlike previous years where dates were announced in scattered notifications, the 2026 calendar consolidates all exam and interview dates in one document — giving candidates an early advantage to plan preparation timelines, travel, and documentation in advance.
FAQ: What Is the UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026?
Q. What is the UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026? It is the official annual schedule released by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission listing confirmed and proposed dates for all competitive examinations and interviews to be conducted during the calendar year 2026.
Q. Where can I download the UPSSSC 2026 Exam Calendar PDF? Visit the official website upsssc.gov.in → Notice Board section → click on the Exam Calendar 2026 link to download the PDF directly.
UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026: Complete Month-Wise Schedule
January 2026 — Year Kicks Off With Health Worker and Stenographer Exams
The first major examination of the year is the Health Worker (Female) Main Examination (PET-2023), scheduled for January 11, 2026. This is a significant exam for candidates who qualified through the PET-2023 cycle and have been awaiting their departmental written test.
Nine days later, on January 20, 2026, the Stenographer Main Examination (PET-2023) will be conducted. Both these exams signal an early, action-packed start to the UPSSSC 2026 recruitment cycle.
February 2026 — Junior Assistant, Forest Guard PST/PET and Enforcement Constable Tests
February brings a critical administrative recruitment with the Junior Assistant Main Examination on February 1, 2026.
The physical phase of recruitment also picks up in February:
The Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard candidates will run from February 10 to 19, 2026 — a 10-day window that signals UPSSSC's intent to fast-track the Forest Department recruitment pipeline.
Immediately after, Enforcement Constable physical tests are scheduled from February 22 to 28, 2026.
March 2026 — Instructor-Level Interviews Begin
March is dedicated to skill-based instructor appointments. The interview schedule is as follows:
March 12 — Instructor Mechanic (Diesel) March 13 — Instructor Wireman March 17–20 — Instructor Mechanic (Refrigeration and Air Conditioner) March 23–25 — Instructor Plumber March 28 — Instructor Technician Power Electronic System
These interviews are conducted for ITI-level instructor cadre positions and are highly sought after by candidates from technical and vocational backgrounds.
FAQ: When is the UPSSSC Lekhpal Exam 2026?
Q. What is the UPSSSC Lekhpal exam date 2026? The UPSSSC Lekhpal Main Examination (PET-2025) is scheduled for May 21, 2026. This is one of the most anticipated exams in the calendar, expected to draw a very large number of applicants from rural Uttar Pradesh.
May 2026 — Junior Engineer Civil and Lekhpal Main Examinations
Two high-profile written tests dominate May 2026:
May 3, 2026 — Junior Engineer (Civil) Main Examination (PET-2023) This is a critical technical post exam for civil engineering aspirants qualifying through the PET-2023 route.
May 21, 2026 — Lekhpal Main Examination (PET-2025) The Lekhpal examination is one of the most competitive and volume-heavy exams conducted by UPSSSC. Candidates from across UP's 75 districts appear in this exam for revenue record management posts. The May 21 date gives candidates roughly five months from now to complete their preparation.
June 2026 — Forest Guard Medical Exam, Pharmacist Main and Pollution Control Board Exam
June 15–20 — Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Medical Examination (a physical fitness and health eligibility gate before final appointment).
June 29, 2026 (two separate shifts): Shift 1: Pharmacist Main Examination (PET-2025) Shift 2: Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board Combined Cadre Main Examination
June 30, 2026 — BCG Technician Main Examination
The last week of June is especially demanding for UPSSSC candidates across health and environment sectors.
July 2026 — Technical and Statistical Officer Exams
July 12, 2026 (two separate shifts): Shift 1: Assistant Boring Technician Main Examination Shift 2: Directorate of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Teacher Cadre Main Examination
July 26, 2026 — Assistant Statistical Officer / Assistant Research Officer (Statistics) Main Examination
August 2026 — Technical Assistant and Combined Lower Subordinate Services
August 9, 2026 — Technical Assistant Group-C Main Examination
August 23, 2026 — Combined Lower Subordinate Services (Graduate Level) Main Examination This is one of UPSSSC's flagship multi-post examinations and covers a wide range of graduate-level administrative and clerical positions.
FAQ: When is the UPSSSC Excise Constable and Forest Guard Main Exam 2026?
Q. What is the UPSSSC Excise Constable exam date 2026? The Excise Constable Main Examination (PET-2025) will be held on September 20, 2026.
Q. What is the UPSSSC Forest Guard Main Examination date 2026? The Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Main Examination (PET-2025) is scheduled for September 27, 2026.
September 2026 — Excise Constable and Forest Guard Main Exams Close the Year
The final quarter of the official 2026 exam calendar ends with two significant departmental examinations:
September 20 brings the Excise Constable Main Examination, a uniformed service recruitment for Uttar Pradesh's State Excise Department. A week later, on September 27, the Forest Guard and Wildlife Guard Main Examination closes the confirmed portion of the 2026 exam calendar.
Additionally, the commission has listed several instructor-level interviews as "Proposed" — meaning their specific dates will be announced separately after detailed schedules are finalised.
UPSSSC 2026 Exam Calendar — Quick Reference Table
| Exam | Date |
| Health Worker (Female) Main Exam (PET-2023) | January 11, 2026 |
| Stenographer Main Exam (PET-2023) | January 20, 2026 |
| Junior Assistant Main Exam | February 1, 2026 |
| Forest Guard PST/PET | Feb 10–19, 2026 |
| Enforcement Constable Physical Tests | Feb 22–28, 2026 |
| Instructor Interviews (Various) | March 12–28, 2026 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) Main Exam (PET-2023) | May 3, 2026 |
| Lekhpal Main Exam (PET-2025) | May 21, 2026 |
| Forest Guard Medical Exam | June 15–20, 2026 |
| Pharmacist Main Exam (PET-2025) | June 29, 2026 |
| UP Pollution Control Board Cadre Exam | June 29, 2026 |
| BCG Technician Main Exam | June 30, 2026 |
| Assistant Boring Technician Main Exam | July 12, 2026 |
| PwD Teacher Cadre Main Exam | July 12, 2026 |
| Asst. Statistical Officer Main Exam | July 26, 2026 |
| Technical Assistant Group-C Main Exam | August 9, 2026 |
| Combined Lower Subordinate Services Main Exam | August 23, 2026 |
| Excise Constable Main Exam (PET-2025) | September 20, 2026 |
| Forest Guard & Wildlife Guard Main Exam (PET-2025) | September 27, 2026 |
How to Download UPSSSC Exam Calendar 2026 PDF
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Open your browser and go to upsssc.gov.in
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Look for the Notice Board or Important Announcements section on the homepage
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Find the link titled "Examination and Interview Calendar 2026" or similar
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Click to open or right-click to save the PDF directly to your device
The PDF is the authoritative source and candidates should cross-verify any third-party listings against the official document.
FAQ: Important UPSSSC 2026 Questions Answered
Q. Has UPSSSC released the PET 2026 date? The 2026 calendar released so far covers main examinations linked to PET-2023 and PET-2025 qualified candidates. A separate notification is expected for UPSSSC PET 2026 date; it has not yet been included in this calendar.
Q. Will UPSSSC VDO exam 2026 be held this year? The UPSSSC VDO (Village Development Officer) exam date for 2026 has not yet been listed in the released calendar. Candidates should keep checking upsssc.gov.in for any fresh VDO recruitment notification.
Q. How many exams are included in the UPSSSC 2026 exam calendar? The 2026 calendar covers 19+ confirmed examination dates and windows, plus several proposed interview schedules for instructor-level posts.
Q. Is the UPSSSC 2026 exam calendar final or subject to change? While the calendar represents the commission's planned schedule, dates can be revised due to administrative or logistical reasons. Candidates should check upsssc.gov.in regularly for any date revision notices.
Q. Which UPSSSC exam has the most candidates in 2026? The Lekhpal Main Examination (PET-2025) on May 21 and the Combined Lower Subordinate Services Main Examination on August 23 are typically the highest-participation exams in the UPSSSC recruitment cycle.
Source: Official UPSSSC Exam and Interview Calendar 2026 published at upsssc.gov.in. Candidates are advised to verify all dates on the official portal before making travel or exam-related decisions.