Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET), oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
The online application form for UPSSSC PET 2026 is now live on upsssc.gov.in. Application correction window will remain open until 8th September 2026. Fee is ₹185 for General/OBC, ₹95 for SC/ST, and ₹25 for PwD candidates.
Archived 26 Aug 2026
While the application process is underway, the commission has stated that the actual exam date will be notified separately through the official website. Based on previous cycles, the exam is tentatively expected around November-December 2026.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
UPSSSC has provided candidates the facility to make corrections and complete fee reconciliation until September 8, 2026, giving applicants additional time after the application deadline to rectify any errors in their submissions.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
UPSSSC has extended the validity of PET scores from one year to three years. Candidates who qualify will be eligible to apply for various Group C posts during this period.
Archived 27 Aug 2026
UPSSSC has set the correction window deadline for PET 2026 applications at September 8, 2026, allowing candidates to make necessary changes after the September 1 application deadline.
Archived 27 Aug 2026
The registration portal opened on August 3, 2026 and will remain active until September 1, 2026. Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying for the preliminary eligibility test.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
UPSSSC officially released the PET 2026 notification on 1st August 2026. Online applications are open from 3rd August to 1st September 2026. Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying.
Archived 26 Aug 2026
UPSSSC released the PET 2026 notification (Advt No. 16-Exam/2026) on August 1, 2026. Online registration started on August 3 and continues until September 1, 2026. Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying.
Archived 27 Aug 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission released the PET 2026 notification on August 1, 2026. The exam serves as a mandatory screening test for Group B and Group C government posts in Uttar Pradesh, with the scorecard remaining valid for three years.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has not yet released the official PET 2026 notification. Based on previous cycles, the notification is anticipated soon, with the exam likely in October-November 2026.
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Though official dates are pending, the online application for UPSSSC PET 2026 is expected to begin in the coming weeks based on the commission's typical schedule.
Archived 20 Aug 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission is expected to release the UPSSSC PET 2026 notification soon. Based on previous cycles, online applications are anticipated to open shortly with a window of approximately 3-4 weeks.
Archived 28 Jul 2026
The commission declared PET 2025 results on 5 December 2025. Qualified candidates can use their PET score for three years to apply for various Group C main examinations.
Archived 20 Aug 2026
UPSSSC announced the PET 2025 result on 9th December 2025. Out of 25,31,996 registered candidates, 19,43,171 appeared for the exam held on 6-7 September 2025. Scorecards are valid for three years.
Archived 26 Aug 2026
The UPSSSC PET Merit List 2025 for the examination conducted on 6th and 7th September 2025 has been released. Candidates preparing for PET 2026 should note that the scorecard validity has been extended to three years from the result date.
Archived 28 Jul 2026
The UPSSSC PET 2026 will be conducted offline as an OMR-based test covering 15 sections. The exam consists of 100 objective-type questions with 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer. Exam shifts will be 10 AM–12 PM and 3 PM–5 PM.
Archived 28 Jul 2026
UPSSSC has released its exam calendar for 2026 covering various Group C mains examinations including Lekhpal (May 21), Forest Guard (September 27), and Excise Constable (September 20). All these require valid PET scores for eligibility.
Archived 28 Jul 2026
On 2 April 2026, UPSSSC announced Junior Engineer results with 4,612 candidates qualifying. Selection was based on valid PET scores, highlighting PET's importance as gateway for Group C posts.
Archived 20 Aug 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission is anticipated to release the official notification for PET 2026 shortly, following the typical annual cycle. Candidates are advised to monitor the official UPSSSC portal for application dates and eligibility criteria updates.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
UPSSSC has published guidelines regarding mandatory documents for PET applications, including domicile certificates, educational qualifications, and category certificates. Applicants are urged to prepare these documents in advance to avoid last-minute issues.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
The Commission has reiterated that PET scores remain valid for one year from the result declaration date. Candidates must ensure their PET qualification is current when applying for subsequent UPSSSC recruitment advertisements.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
UPSSSC has published the final results for the last PET examination cycle on the official website. Qualified candidates can now use their PET scores for various Group B and Group C recruitment processes throughout the year.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
UPSSSC PET 2026 result (expected)
Mon, 15 Feb, 2027Expected ~3 months after exam based on 2025 cycle
Archived 26 Aug 2026
Result announcement (tentative)
Sat, 2 Jan, 2027Scorecard valid for 3 years from date of issue
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Result declaration (expected)
Fri, 1 Jan, 2027Results with category-wise cut-off marks; PET score valid for 3 years
Archived 28 Jul 2026
Result declaration (expected)
Sun, 20 Dec, 2026Scorecard valid for 3 years from result date
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Result declaration (expected)
Tue, 15 Dec, 2026Score valid for 3 years from result date
Archived 27 Aug 2026
Answer key release (tentative)
Sun, 13 Dec, 2026Expected within 7-10 days after exam
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍PET 2026 exam date (tentative)
Thu, 3 Dec, 2026Exact date to be announced; estimated November-December 2026
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Admit card release (tentative)
Mon, 23 Nov, 2026Expected 7-10 days before exam; download from upsssc.gov.in
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍UPSSSC PET 2026 exam (expected)
Sun, 15 Nov, 2026Expected Nov-Dec 2026 based on previous cycle pattern; exact date to be announced
Archived 26 Aug 2026
Answer key release (expected)
Thu, 12 Nov, 2026Usually released 3-5 days after exam
Archived 27 Aug 2026
📍PET 2026 exam (expected)
Sat, 7 Nov, 2026Expected in November-December 2026, typically held 2 months after application closure. Two shifts: 10 AM-12 PM and 3 PM-5 PM
Archived 27 Aug 2026
Answer key release (expected)
Mon, 2 Nov, 2026Provisional answer key with objection window typically follows exam
Archived 28 Jul 2026
Admit card release (expected)
Sun, 25 Oct, 2026Typically released 7-10 days before exam
Archived 27 Aug 2026
UPSSSC PET 2026 admit card (expected)
Sun, 25 Oct, 2026Usually released 3-4 weeks before exam date
Archived 26 Aug 2026
📍PET 2026 Exam (expected)
Fri, 23 Oct, 2026Expected October-November 2026; conducted in two shifts per day
Archived 28 Jul 2026
📍UPSSSC PET 2026 Exam Day - Shift 2 (expected)
Mon, 12 Oct, 20263:00 PM - 5:00 PM; two-day examination typical
Archived 20 Aug 2026
📍UPSSSC PET 2026 Exam Day - Shift 1 (expected)
Sun, 11 Oct, 202610:00 AM - 12:00 PM; conducted across 35 districts in UP
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Result declaration
Sat, 3 Oct, 2026Final PET scores published on official website
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Admit card download begins (expected)
Thu, 1 Oct, 2026Available 7-10 days before exam date
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Admit card release (expected)
Wed, 23 Sept, 2026Usually released 7-10 days before exam; expected late August-September 2026
Archived 28 Jul 2026
Application correction window closes (expected)
Wed, 23 Sept, 2026Limited period for corrections after submission
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Last date to apply online (expected)
Wed, 16 Sept, 2026Fee payment deadline typically same day
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Correction window closes
Tue, 8 Sept, 2026Final date for making corrections and fee reconciliation
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Application correction window closes
Tue, 8 Sept, 2026Fee adjustment and corrections allowed till this date
Archived 27 Aug 2026
UPSSSC PET 2026 application correction window
Tue, 8 Sept, 2026Fee adjustment and corrections allowed until this date
Archived 26 Aug 2026
Answer key publication
Thu, 3 Sept, 2026Provisional answer key released with objection submission window
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application deadline
Tue, 1 Sept, 2026Last date to submit online form and pay application fee
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Application end date
Tue, 1 Sept, 2026Last date for fee payment also
Archived 27 Aug 2026
UPSSSC PET 2026 application end
Tue, 1 Sept, 2026Archived 26 Aug 2026
📍UPSSSC PET 2026 Exam Date
Sat, 29 Aug, 2026Computer-based test conducted across multiple centers in Uttar Pradesh
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application portal opening (expected)
Mon, 17 Aug, 2026Online registration at upsssc.gov.in
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Admit card release
Fri, 14 Aug, 2026Download available from official portal with exam city details
Archived 5 Jul 2026
PET 2026 official notification release (expected)
Wed, 12 Aug, 2026Tentative; check upsssc.gov.in daily for updates
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Application portal opens
Mon, 3 Aug, 2026One Time Registration (OTR) must be completed before applying
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Application start date
Mon, 3 Aug, 2026One Time Registration (OTR) mandatory
Archived 27 Aug 2026
UPSSSC PET 2026 application start
Mon, 3 Aug, 2026OTR registration mandatory before applying
Archived 26 Aug 2026
Notification release
Sat, 1 Aug, 2026Advertisement No. 16-Exam/2026 published on official website
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Notification released
Sat, 1 Aug, 2026Advt No. 16-Exam/2026
Archived 27 Aug 2026
UPSSSC PET 2026 notification
Sat, 1 Aug, 2026Advt. No. 16-Pariksha/2026
Archived 26 Aug 2026
Application last date (expected)
Sat, 25 Jul, 2026Candidates should apply early to avoid last-minute server issues
Archived 28 Jul 2026
Correction window opens
Wed, 8 Jul, 2026Limited period for candidates to modify application details
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Last date for online application
Thu, 2 Jul, 2026Final deadline for form submission and fee payment
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Application portal opens (expected)
Thu, 25 Jun, 2026Online registration typically active for 3-4 weeks
Archived 28 Jul 2026
PET 2026 Notification release (expected)
Fri, 5 Jun, 2026Expected in June 2026 based on previous cycle patterns
Archived 28 Jul 2026
Application portal opens
Tue, 2 Jun, 2026Online registration begins on UPSSSC official website
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Official notification release
Tue, 26 May, 2026Expected announcement with detailed eligibility and syllabus
Archived 5 Jul 2026
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