The commission will first shortlist candidates based on their PET 2025 scores. Shortlisted candidates will then appear for the Main Written Examination.
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) will close the registration process for Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 on June 24. Eligible candidates who have not yet applied can complete their application through the official website, upsssc.gov.in.
The recruitment drive seeks to fill 722 Excise Constable posts under the Office of the Excise Commissioner, Uttar Pradesh, Prayagraj. Applicants must have appeared for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 and possess a valid PET scorecard.
Eligibility criteria
Candidates must have passed the Intermediate (Class 12) examination or an equivalent qualification from the Uttar Pradesh Board or any recognised board.
As per the official notification, applicants should be between 18 and 40 years of age as on July 1, 2026. The commission will provide age relaxation to eligible reserved category candidates and state government employees according to government rules.
Candidates holding an NCC B Certificate and those who have completed two years of service in the Territorial Army will receive preference during the recruitment process.
Vacancy details
UPSSSC has announced a total of 722 vacancies. The category-wise distribution is as follows:
- General: 292 posts
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 142 posts
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 12 posts
- Other Backward Class (OBC): 215 posts
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 61 posts
Selection process
The commission will first shortlist candidates based on their PET 2025 scores. Shortlisted candidates will then appear for the Main Written Examination.
Candidates who qualify the written examination will have to undergo the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test before final selection.
How to apply for UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official UPSSSC website.
- Open the Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Log in using PET 2025 registration details and OTP.
- Verify the pre-filled information and complete the application form.
- Pay the required application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the confirmation page.
- Take a printout for future reference.
Candidates should complete the application process before the registration deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues. The recruitment drive offers an opportunity to join the Uttar Pradesh Excise Department through the state recruitment process.