The Uttarakhand Upper PCS (Combined State Civil/Upper Subordinate Services Exam) is the state-level exam conducted by the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) for Group A & B administrative posts (e.g., Deputy Collectors, DSPs, Finance Officers). These roles are part of Uttarakhand’s provincial administrative framework, responsible for policy implementation, law & order, revenue, and local governance.
2. Official Notification & Vacancy Details
Notification Release: May 6–7, 2025
Application Window: May 7–May 27, 2025 (with correction window till June 12)
Total Vacancies: 123 posts across diverse departments like Finance, Police, Agriculture, and Tax
3. Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit: 21–42 years as on July 1, 2025; age relaxations apply for reserve categories
Educational Qualification:
General posts: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
Specific roles (e.g., law officer): Postgraduate degree required
Nationality: Indian citizen (includes certain refugees/migrants with Uttarakhand certificate)
Physical Standards: Required for DSP and equivalent roles
4. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | May 6–7, 2025 |
| Apply Online | May 7–May 27, 2025 |
| Correction Window | June 3–12, 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | June 18, 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam | June 29, 2025 (10 AM–12 Noon; 2 PM–4 PM) |
5. Admit Card – Download Instructions
Download it starting June 18, 2025
Go to the official UKPSC portal (psc.uk.gov.in)
Click “Upper PCS Exam 2025 Admit Card”, log in, and print it
Make sure to carry a valid photo ID and admit card to exam hall
6. Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Prelims (Qualifying Stage)
Paper I (General Studies): 150 MCQs, 150 marks, 2 hours
Paper II (General Aptitude/CSAT): 100 MCQs, 150 marks, 2 hours
Negative Marking: ¼ mark per wrong answer
Paper I determines merit; Paper II is qualifying (33% for all candidates)
Mains (Written + Interview)
Written Exam: 8 descriptive papers (General Hindi, Essay, 6 General Studies – including Uttarakhand-specific)
Interview: 150 marks
Total Marks (Mains + Interview): 1,650
7. Preparation Strategy & Study Tips
Begin with the Prelims syllabus, focusing on Uttarakhand-centric content
Use standard books for General Studies, current affairs, and state-specific questions
Practice through previous year papers and mock tests for speed and accuracy
For Mains, regularly write essays and descriptive answers; get feedback
Sharpen interview skills via mock interviews
8. Selection Process
Preliminary Exam (objective) – qualifying
Mains Examination (descriptive)
Personality Test/Interview
Final merit determined by Mains + Interview scores
9. Post-Exam Phase
Mains dates will be announced post Prelims
Admit cards for Mains will be available online
A detailed final rank list will include allotment to respective cadres or departments
10. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. How many attempts are allowed?
→ Unlimited attempts until the upper age limit of 42.
Q. Is Prelims qualifying only?
→ Yes, Prelims is purely qualifying; merit is based on Mains + Interview.
Q. What is the cutoff in Prelims?
→ Expected Prelims cutoff: ~95–110 marks, with subject-wise minimums.
Q. Is Uttarakhand state domicile compulsory?
→ Preference is given to Uttarakhand residents; certificate is mandatory.
11. Apply Now – Official Portal
Apply Online for UKPSC Upper PCS 2025
Visit the official portal to register, fill your form, upload documents, and submit your application before May 27, 2025.