The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released a notification for recruitment to 25 posts across three categories: Assistant Architect Planner, Sports Officer, and Programmer Grade-2. Eligible candidates can apply online on the official UPPSC website from 4 November 2026 to 4 December 2026.
Overview
This UPPSC recruitment (Advertisement No. A-5/E-1/2026) aims to fill vacancies in the Uttar Pradesh government across three professional roles. The positions are full-time and posted across various departments in Uttar Pradesh. Candidates meeting the age, education, and experience criteria are invited to submit their applications online.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Window Opens | 4 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Application and Fee Payment | 4 December 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction/Modification | 4 December 2026 |
Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / EWS / OBC | ₹225 |
| Scheduled Castes / Scheduled Tribes | ₹105 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) | ₹25 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹105 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | PWD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Architect Planner | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sports Officer | 16 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Programmer Grade-2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 25 | 13 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Eligibility
Assistant Architect Planner (8 posts)
Qualification: Candidates must hold a Post Graduate Degree in Town, City, Urban, Housing, Country, Rural, Infrastructure, Regional, Transport, or Environment Planning from a recognised University or Institute; or Bachelor of Planning or Bachelor of Technology in Planning from a recognised University with two years of experience in Urban Planning; or Bachelor Degree in Architecture awarded by Indian Universities established by an Act of Central or State Legislature; or National Diploma in Architecture from AICTE; or Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch.) from IIT Kharagpur; or Five-Year full-time diploma in Architecture from Sir J.J. School of Art, Bombay.
Age Limit: Must be between 21 and 40 years of age as on 1 July 2026.
Sports Officer (16 posts)
Qualification: Graduation from a recognised University and Diploma in coaching from Netaji Subhash National Institute of Sports, Patiala, Bangalore, Calcutta, LNCPE Trivandrum, Gwalior, or equivalent institution.
Experience: Two years of experience in coaching is mandatory.
Age Limit: Must be between 21 and 40 years of age as on 1 July 2026.
Programmer Grade-2 (1 post)
Qualification: Bachelor's degree from a University established by law in India or equivalent recognised qualification; or Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Science from a recognised Institute/University; or 'A' level Certificate from the Department of Electronics (D.O.E.), Government of India.
Age Limit: Must be between 21 and 40 years of age as on 1 July 2026.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPPSC website at https://uppsc.up.nic.in/CandidatePages/Notifications.aspx
- Look for the notification for Advertisement No. A-5/E-1/2026 and click on the Apply Online link
- Register yourself if you are a new user or log in with existing credentials
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details
- Upload all required supporting documents in the specified format and size
- Pay the applicable examination fee via online banking
- Submit the application before the deadline of 4 December 2026
- Download and retain a copy of the submitted application for future reference
Salary
Assistant Architect Planner: ₹15,600–39,100 with Grade Pay of ₹5,400 (Level-10)
Sports Officer: ₹47,600–151,100 (Level-8)
Programmer Grade-2: ₹9,300–34,800 with Grade Pay of ₹4,600
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to submit the online application?
A: The last date for submission of online applications and payment of examination fee is 4 December 2026.
Q: How many total vacancies are available in this recruitment?
A: A total of 25 posts are advertised: 8 Assistant Architect Planner, 16 Sports Officer, and 1 Programmer Grade-2.
Q: What is the age limit for applying?
A: Candidates must have attained 21 years of age and must not have crossed 40 years of age as on 1 July 2026.
Q: What is the application fee?
A: The application fee is ₹225 for Unreserved/EWS/OBC candidates, ₹105 for SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen, and ₹25 for Persons with Disabilities.
Q: When does the application window open?
A: The online application window opens on 4 November 2026.
Q: What is the salary structure for these posts?
A: Salary varies by post. Assistant Architect Planner earns ₹15,600–39,100, Sports Officer earns ₹47,600–151,100, and Programmer Grade-2 earns ₹9,300–34,800.
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to verify all information, including dates, fees, eligibility criteria, and instructions, on the official UPPSC website before submitting their applications.