UPPSC Review Officer and Assistant Review Officer (RO/ARO) Recruitment 2026
Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)
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UPPSC Review Officer and Assistant Review Officer (RO/ARO) Recruitment 2026
Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC)
Quick facts
About the role
Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission invites applications for the Samiksha Adhikari (Review Officer) and Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (Assistant Review Officer) Examination 2026 across 385 vacancies. The postings sit across the UP Secretariat, UP Public Service Commission premises in Prayagraj, and the Board of Revenue in Lucknow. Graduates looking for non-technical administrative careers within the state administration can register through UPPSC's One-Time Registration (OTR) engine. General stream graduates qualify for Review Officer vacancies, while Assistant Review Officer positions require basic computer certification alongside a Hindi typing threshold. Selection rests on preliminary screening and a descriptive main written examination, followed by practical typing checks for desk officer posts. Shortlisted candidates enter probationary service across departments dealing with legislative papers, RTI queries, budget coordination, and inter-departmental files. Registered aspirants holding a valid OTR profile can submit their application online before the November deadline.
Highlights
- 385 group B non-gazetted positions distributed across UP Secretariat, Revenue Board, and UPPSC office
- OTR (One Time Registration) mandatory on the UPPSC portal before filling the form
- Negative marking of one-third (0.33) marks per wrong response in objective papers
- Pay Matrix Level-7 applies to AROs, Level-8 applies to Review Officers upon appointment
Selection process
- 1Preliminary objective written exam (General Studies and General Hindi)
- 2Mains descriptive written examination covering General Hindi, Drafting, and Essay writing
- 3Hindi typing qualifying test on computer (mandated for Assistant Review Officer roles)
- 4Document verification and medical fitness check by designated state medical board
How to apply
- 1Visit the official portal uppsc.up.nic.in and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already done.
- 2Log in with your OTR number, verify pre-filled details, and select Samiksha Adhikari/Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari Examination 2026.
- 3Verify the post-specific educational criteria and upload any newly required certificates.
- 4Pay the examination fee through State Bank of India net banking, debit card, or UPI.
- 5Submit the online form and retain a printed copy along with the payment acknowledgement slip.
Important dates
- Notification Release16 Oct 2026
- Online Registration Opens18 Oct 2026
- Last Date to Pay Exam Fee22 Nov 2026
- Final Application Submission24 Nov 2026
- Preliminary Examination (Tentative)14 Feb 2027
Official source & verification
Application status tracker
- Last date to apply22 Nov 2026
- Fee payment last date22 Nov 2026
- Last Date to Pay Exam Fee22 Nov 2026
Frequently asked questions
Can graduates from outside Uttar Pradesh apply for this exam?
Yes. Candidates from all Indian states can apply for these vacancies. However, reservation benefits, age relaxation, and fee concessions apply strictly to candidates holding a valid domicile certificate of Uttar Pradesh. Outstation candidates fall under the unreserved category.
Is the UPPSC OTR number mandatory before submitting the application?
Yes. UPPSC has made One-Time Registration compulsory for every direct recruitment. You must generate your OTR number at least 72 hours before form submission to avoid server delays, as your basic educational and personal data auto-populates from the OTR record.
What typing speed is expected for Assistant Review Officer vacancies?
ARO aspirants must demonstrate a minimum speed of 25 words per minute in Hindi on computer using Kruti Dev or Mangal font. Knowledge of English typing is considered a preference, though it is not treated as a disqualifying factor.
Is an 'O' Level computer certificate required for all posts?
No. General Review Officer vacancies in the UP Secretariat require any graduation degree without computer diploma prerequisites. An 'O' Level certificate from NIELIT or an equivalent state-recognised computer credential is specifically mandated for Assistant Review Officer positions.
What is the negative marking scheme in the preliminary test?
Each incorrect answer attracts a deduction of one-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to that question. Unanswered questions do not draw penalties. Candidates must clear category-wise cutoff marks fixed by the commission to sit for the descriptive mains test.