Government jobs in Uttar Pradesh
Eligibility, age limits and category relaxation for Uttar Pradesh government recruitment, from the UPPSC civil services exam to police constable and staff-selection posts. Students from Uttar Pradesh can also apply for 48 central government exams.
Uttar Pradesh government exams
UPPSC
UPPSC PCS (Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services)
- Qualification
- Graduate
- Age (General)
- 21–40 years
- Relaxation
- OBC +5, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10
UPPRPB
Uttar Pradesh Police Constable
- Qualification
- Class 12
- Age (General)
- 18–22 years
- Relaxation
- OBC +5, SC/ST +5, women +3
The 2025 notice allowed 25 for men and 28 for women (one-time relaxation).
Official website: uppbpb.gov.inUPSSSC
UPSSSC PET + Group C posts (Lekhpal, Junior Assistant, VDO)
- Qualification
- Class 10
- Age (General)
- 18–40 years
- Relaxation
- OBC +5, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10
Passing the PET is required before Group C exams. Many posts ask for CCC.
Official website: upsssc.gov.inState education department
UPTET
- Qualification
- D.El.Ed / B.Ed
- Age (General)
- No upper age limit for the test
Eligibility test for state government teacher jobs. Recruitment exams after it have their own age limits.
Official website: updeled.gov.in
Central government jobs for Uttar Pradesh students
Central exams are open to candidates from every state, with the same age relaxation everywhere. See the full lists by qualification:
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Frequently asked questions
What is the age limit for UPPSC?
For the UPPSC PCS (Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services), the age limit for General candidates is 21 to 40 years. Reserved categories get extra years (OBC +5, SC/ST +5, PwBD +10). You need a bachelor's degree in any subject.
What qualification do I need for Uttar Pradesh Police Constable?
Class 12 pass, with an age limit of 18 to 22 years for General candidates. The 2025 notice allowed 25 for men and 28 for women (one-time relaxation). Physical standards and a running test also apply.
Can candidates from other states apply for Uttar Pradesh government jobs?
Usually yes for General posts. Reservation and age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC and EWS normally apply only to Uttar Pradesh residents; candidates from other states are treated as General.
Which exam do I need for a government teacher job in Uttar Pradesh?
UPTET for state government schools (D.El.Ed for primary classes, graduation with B.Ed for upper primary), or CTET for central schools such as Kendriya Vidyalayas.
Other states
Rules checked against the latest notifications in October 2026. Exam bodies change age limits and cut-off dates each cycle, so always confirm in the official notification before you apply.