A big employment opportunity has arrived from Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow.
The commission has officially released the UP Lekhpal Recruitment 2026 Notification for a total of 7,994 permanent vacancies.
The last date to apply online is 28 January 2026.
In this article, we will discuss the notification in complete detail, including:
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Important dates
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PET eligibility
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Application process
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Application fee
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Category-wise vacancies
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Educational qualification
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Age limit
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Exam pattern & syllabus
So let’s begin 👇
Important Dates – UP Lekhpal Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 16 December 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 29 December 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 28 January 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 28 January 2026 |
| Correction Window Last Date | 4 February 2026 |
PET 2025 Eligibility (Mandatory)
Candidates must have appeared and qualified in PET 2025 (Preliminary Eligibility Test) conducted by UPSSSC.
👉 Shortlisting for the main examination will be done strictly on the basis of PET 2025 normalized scores.
Only shortlisted candidates will be allowed to appear in the Lekhpal Main Exam.
Application Process (Online Only)
Candidates must apply online through the official UPSSSC website.
Steps to Apply:
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Visit the official UPSSSC portal
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Go to Live Advertisements
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Select Lekhpal Recruitment 2026
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Fill the application form carefully
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Upload photo & signature
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Submit declaration
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Pay the application fee
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Take a printout for future reference
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / SC / ST | ₹0 |
| Online Processing Fee | ₹25 |
| Total Payable | ₹25 only |
💳 Payment can be made via:
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Debit Card
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Credit Card
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Internet Banking
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UPI
Application Correction Facility
Candidates can modify the following details until 4 February 2026:
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Correspondence address
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Personal details
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EWS / Horizontal reservation category
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Marital status
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Eligibility-related information
Vacancy Details – UP Lekhpal 2026
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Post Name: Lekhpal
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Total Vacancies: 7,994
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Job Type: Permanent
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Pay Level: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution (Key Highlights)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General | 4,165 |
| OBC | 1,041 |
| SC | 1,446 |
| ST | 150 |
| EWS | 792 |
Horizontal Reservation:
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Women Candidates
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Outstanding Sports Persons
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Dependents of Freedom Fighters
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
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Passed Class 12 (Intermediate) from a recognized board
AND one of the following:
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Minimum 2 years of service in Territorial Army, OR
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NCC “B” Certificate
Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)
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Minimum Age: 18 Years
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Maximum Age: 40 Years
🔹 Age relaxation will be provided as per UP Government rules.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on Written Examination only.
Exam Details:
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Total Questions: 100
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Total Marks: 100
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Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
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Negative Marking: 25% (1/4 mark deducted per wrong answer)
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Exam Language: Hindi & English
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Part 1 – General Studies
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Indian History & National Movement | 5 | 5 |
| Indian Polity & Constitution | 5 | 5 |
| Geography (India & World) | 5 | 5 |
| Indian Economy & Rural Development | 5 | 5 |
| Current Affairs (National & International) | 5 | 5 |
| Science & Technology | 5 | 5 |
| Environment & Disaster Management | 5 | 5 |
| Data Interpretation | 5 | 5 |
| General Hindi | 10 | 10 |
| General English | 10 | 10 |
Part 2 – Computer Knowledge
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Basics of Computer
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Hardware & Software
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Input & Output Devices
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Internet & Protocols
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Operating System
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Social Networking
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E-Governance
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Digital Financial Tools
Questions: 15 | Marks: 15
Part 3 – General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh
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UP Current Affairs
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History & Culture
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Art & Architecture
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Folk Dance & Festivals
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Literature & Regional Languages
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Social Customs & Heritage
Questions: 20 | Marks: 20
