The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has announced a major government job opportunity. They are recruiting for 7994 Lekhpal posts in 2026. Students and job seekers who want a government job in Uttar Pradesh can apply online. The application process will start on December 29, 2025 , and end on January 28, 2026 . Interested candidates must apply through the official website, upsssc.gov.in.
Important Dates
Here are the key dates for the UPSSSC Lekhpal Recruitment 2026:
- Application Start Date: December 29, 2025
- Application Last Date: January 28, 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: January 28, 2026
- Application Correction Last Date: February 04, 2026
- Admit Card Release: Before Exam
- Exam Date: Will be announced later
- Result Date: Will be announced later
Application Fee
Candidates need to pay a small application fee:
- For General, OBC, and EWS categories: ₹25/-
- For SC, ST, and PWD categories: ₹25/-
You can pay the fee using a Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking. You can also pay offline through an E-Challan.
Age Limit
As of July 01, 2025 , candidates must meet these age criteria:
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
For more details on age relaxations, candidates should check the official UPSSSC Lekhpal Notification 2026.
Total Posts and Eligibility
UPSSSC aims to fill a total of 7994 Lekhpal posts . The eligibility criteria are:
- Candidates must have passed the 12th Exam or an equivalent from any recognized university or institution in India.
- Candidates must also have passed the UPSSSC PET 2025 (Preliminary Eligibility Test).
Post Category Details
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| General (Gen) | 4165 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 1441 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 792 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 1446 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 150 |
| Total | 7994 |
Salary for Lekhpal
Selected candidates for the Lekhpal post will receive a good salary:
- Monthly Salary: ₹21,700/- to ₹69,100/-
- Other allowances will be given as per government rules.
Selection Process
The selection for UPSSSC Lekhpal Recruitment 2026 will happen in these steps:
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their UPSSSC PET 2025 scores.
- Written Examination: Eligible candidates will take a written test.
- Document Verification: Candidates who pass the written exam will have their documents checked.
- Medical Examination: A medical test will be conducted.
How to Apply Online
Follow these simple steps to apply for the UPSSSC Lekhpal Recruitment 2026:
- First, read the official UPSSSC Lekhpal Notification 2026 PDF carefully.
- Visit the official UPSSSC website: upsssc.gov.in , or click on the “Apply Online Link” which will be active from December 29, 2025 .
- Fill out the online application form with all required details.
- Upload scanned copies of necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- After completing all steps, print a copy of your filled application form for your records.
Candidates must read the official notification completely before applying. Check all details about the last date, age limit, fees, and educational qualifications.