The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has opened one of the most awaited Sarkari Naukri 2026 opportunities for UP youth. On 30 September 2026, the Commission released the detailed notification for the Regional Youth Welfare and Territorial Development Guard Officer and Exercise Trainer Main Examination (PET-2025)/23 under Advertisement No. 23-Exam/2026. Through this recruitment drive, UPSSSC will fill 412 regular Uttar Pradesh Government posts under the Directorate of Youth Welfare and Provincial Guards - 368 posts of Regional Youth Welfare and Pradeshik Vikas Dal Officer in Pay Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 to Rs. 92,300) and 44 posts of Exercise Trainer (Vyayam Prashikshak) in Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400). Online applications will be accepted only at the official website upsssc.gov.in from 16 October 2026 to 6 November 2026. The single biggest eligibility condition is the UPSSSC PET-2025 score card: only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and hold a valid score card can apply, and shortlisting for the Main examination is done strictly on the normalised PET-2025 score. Candidates should read the official advertisement carefully, keep their PET-2025 registration details ready, and apply well before the last date.

Quick Overview

What are the post-wise vacancies for UPSSSC 23-Exam/2026?

The 412 vacancies are distributed across two posts with category-wise reservation applied as per the existing Uttar Pradesh Government rules for UR, EWS, OBC, SC and ST candidates. The vacancy figures are tentative and can be revised as per the requisitioning department.

Who can apply for UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer 2026? Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Candidate must be a citizen of India.
• Regional Youth Welfare & Pradeshik Vikas Dal Officer (368 posts): Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a university established by law in India or a qualification recognised by the Government as equivalent.
• Exercise Trainer / Vyayam Prashikshak (44 posts): Bachelor's degree from a recognised university along with D.P.Ed. or B.P.Ed. (or graduation in physical education) from a recognised university or institution.
• PET-2025 score card (mandatory for both posts): The candidate must have appeared in UPSSSC PET-2025 and must hold a valid PET-2025 score card issued by the Commission. Simply holding a graduation degree does NOT make a candidate eligible without the PET-2025 score card.
• Age limit: Minimum 21 years and maximum 40 years as on 1 July 2026. Upper age relaxation is admissible for reserved categories as per the UPSSSC and Uttar Pradesh Government rules.

What is the application fee for UPSSSC 23-Exam/2026?

Candidates should check the detailed official advertisement for any category-specific main-examination fee conditions before paying.

What is the selection process for UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer 2026?

The selection is a multi-stage process explained below:

1. Shortlisting on PET-2025 score: Candidates are first shortlisted for the Main examination on the basis of their normalised PET-2025 score. Only shortlisted candidates get to sit in the Main written examination.
2. Written (Main) examination: The shortlisted candidates appear in the written Main examination for the posts advertised under Advt. 23-Exam/2026.
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Candidates who qualify the written examination undergo the physical tests as prescribed in the official notification.
4. Medical examination: Candidates must be found medically fit as per the prescribed standards.
5. Document verification: Final selection is subject to verification of original documents, including educational certificates, PET-2025 score card, caste/reservation certificates and age proof.

What is the salary for UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer 2026?

What are the important dates for UPSSSC 412 Recruitment 2026?

How to apply for UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer 2026?

1. Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in (applications accepted online only).
2. Open the Live Advertisements tab on the homepage and click on the application link for Advt. No. 23-Exam/2026 (active from 16 October 2026).
3. Authenticate using your PET-2025 registration details (personal details or OTP) - a valid PET-2025 score card is mandatory.
4. Fill in the required personal and academic details carefully and upload the necessary documents, photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the Rs. 25 online processing fee through the official payment gateway.
6. Verify all entered data thoroughly, submit the application form before 6 November 2026 (11:59 PM), and take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference.
7. Keep the application number safe - it will be needed for admit card download and all future correspondence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026?

The UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment drive by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission under Advertisement No. 23-Exam/2026 to fill 412 posts of Regional Youth Welfare and Territorial Development Guard (Pradeshik Vikas Dal) Officer and Exercise Trainer (Vyayam Prashikshak) in the Directorate of Youth Welfare and Provincial Guards, Uttar Pradesh.

Q. How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026?

There are 412 vacancies in total: 368 posts of Regional Youth Welfare and Territorial Development Guard Officer and 44 posts of Exercise Trainer (Vyayam Prashikshak). The vacancy figures are subject to revision as per the requisitioning department and reservation rules.

Q. What are the important dates for UPSSSC 23-Exam/2026?

The official notification for UPSSSC 23-Exam/2026 was released on 30 September 2026. Online applications open on 16 October 2026 and close on 6 November 2026 (11:59 PM). The last date for fee adjustment and application correction is 13 November 2026.

Q. Is UPSSSC PET 2025 compulsory for the Youth Welfare Officer recruitment?

Yes. Candidates must have appeared in UPSSSC PET-2025 and hold a valid PET-2025 score card issued by the Commission. Shortlisting for the Main examination is done strictly on the basis of the normalised PET-2025 score, so without a PET-2025 score a candidate cannot apply.

Q. What is the educational qualification for UPSSSC Regional Youth Welfare Officer?

For the Regional Youth Welfare and Territorial Development Guard Officer post, a candidate must hold a bachelor's degree from a university established by law in India or an equivalent qualification recognised by the Government, plus a valid UPSSSC PET-2025 score card.

Q. What is the qualification for the Exercise Trainer post in UPSSSC 2026?

For the Exercise Trainer (Vyayam Prashikshak) post, a candidate must hold a bachelor's degree along with a D.P.Ed. or B.P.Ed. (or graduation in physical education) from a recognised university or institution, plus a valid UPSSSC PET-2025 score card.

Q. What is the age limit for UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026?

The age limit is 21 to 40 years as on 1 July 2026. Age relaxation is admissible for reserved categories as per the Uttar Pradesh Government and UPSSSC rules.

Q. What is the application fee for UPSSSC 23-Exam/2026?

The online application/processing fee is Rs. 25 for all candidates as notified. Candidates should confirm the category-specific main-exam fee conditions in the detailed official advertisement on upsssc.gov.in.

Q. What is the salary for UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer 2026?

The Regional Youth Welfare and Pradeshik Vikas Dal Officer is placed in Pay Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 to Rs. 92,300). The Exercise Trainer (Vyayam Prashikshak) is placed in Pay Level-6 (Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400). Admissible allowances are paid as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.

Q. What is the selection process for UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026?

The selection process is: shortlisting on the basis of the UPSSSC PET-2025 normalised score, followed by the written Main examination, then the Physical Efficiency Test and Physical Measurement Test, followed by medical examination and document verification.

Q. How can I apply for UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply online only at upsssc.gov.in from 16 October 2026. Open the Live Advertisements tab, select Advt. No. 23-Exam/2026, authenticate with PET-2025 registration details, fill the form, upload documents, pay the Rs. 25 fee, submit before 6 November 2026 and take a printout of the application.

Q. What is the official website for UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026?

The official website is upsssc.gov.in. Candidates should use only the official website for the application form, fee payment and the detailed notification, and should not trust any third-party application link.

Last updated: 2 October 2026

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