UPSSSC PET 2025: Exam Date, Syllabus, Pattern, Eligibility & Preparation Guide

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UPSSSC PET 2025

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially announced the UPSSSC PET 2025 Exam Date. The Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) is scheduled to be conducted in October 2025. The official notification is expected to be released in July 2025, followed by the commencement of the application process. 

Events Dates
Release of Official UPSSSC PET Notification 2nd May 2025
UPSSSC PET Apply Online 2025 Starts 14th May 2025
Last Date for Online Application 17th June 2025
Fee Submission & Correction window closing date 24th June 2025
UPSSSC PET 2025 Admit Card August 2025
UPSSSC PET Exam Date 6th and 7th September 2025
UPSSSC PET 2025 Answer Key To be updated
UPSSSC PET 2025 Result To be updated

What is UPSSSC PET? Complete Overview

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially announced the UPSSSC PET 2025 Exam Date. The Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) is scheduled to be conducted in October 2025. The official notification is expected to be released in July 2025, followed by the commencement of the application process. 

UPSSSC PET 2025 Eligibility Criteria

Nationality 

  • Must be a citizen of India. 
  • Domicile of Uttar Pradesh is mandatory. 

Age Limit 

Category Minimum Age Maximum Age
General/OBC/SC/ST 18 Years 40 Years

Age Relaxation: 

  • OBC: +3 Years 
  • SC/ST: +5 Years 
  • PWD: +10 Years 

Educational Qualification 

Minimum Qualification Remarks
Class 10th Pass (High School) From a recognized board in India

UPSSSC PET 2025 Exam Pattern

Section No. of Questions Marks
Indian History & National Movement 10 10
Geography 10 10
Indian Economy 5 5
Indian Constitution & Public Administration 5 5
General Science 5 5
Elementary Arithmetic 5 5
General Hindi 5 5
General English 5 5
Logical Reasoning 5 5
Current Affairs 10 10
General Awareness 10 10
Analysis of 2 Unseen Graphs 10 10
Interpretation of Graphs 10 10
Total 100 Questions 100 Marks
  • Duration: 2 hours 
  • Type: Objective (MCQs) 
  • Negative Marking: 1/4th mark deduction per wrong answer 

UPSSSC PET 2025 Detailed Syllabus

  • General Knowledge and Current Affairs 

    • Important National & International Events 
    • Awards, Honors, Books & Authors 
    • Indian Polity & Governance 
    • Indian Constitution 
    • Economy & Budget 
    • Government Schemes 
  • Indian History 

    • Indus Valley Civilization 
    • Vedic Period 
    • Maurya & Gupta Dynasty 
    • Medieval Period 
    • Modern History and Freedom Struggle 
  • Geography 

    • Rivers, Mountains, Plateaus 
    • Climate & Weather 
    • Natural Resources of India 
    • Agriculture and Industries 
  • Indian Economy 

    • Five-Year Plans 
    • Economic Reforms 
    • Banking Structure 
    • GDP, Inflation, Unemployment 
  • Elementary Arithmetic 

    • LCM & HCF 
    • Ratio and Proportion 
    • Percentage 
    • Profit & Loss 
    • Time, Speed & Distance 
    • Simple & Compound Interest 
  • Reasoning 

    • Analogy 
    • Classification 
    • Coding-Decoding 
    • Blood Relation 
    • Direction Test 
    • Series Completion 
  • Hindi & English 

    • Grammar (Samas, Sandhi, Tatsam-Tadbhav, Upsarg-Pratyay) 
    • Comprehension 
    • Synonyms-Antonyms 
    • One Word Substitution 
    • Sentence Correction 
  • Graph & Analysis 

    • Bar Graphs 
    • Pie Charts 
    • Line Graphs 
    • Data Interpretation 

UPSSSC PET 2025 Vacancy Opportunities After Qualifying

Post Remarks
Lekhpal Revenue Department
Junior Assistant Various Departments
VDO (Village Development Officer) Panchayati Raj
Forest Guard Forest Department
Assistant Statistical Officer Statistical Department
Stenographer Various Departments

UPSSSC PET 2025 Selection Process

  1. Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET)
  2. Mains Exam (Post-wise)
  3. Skill Test / Physical Test (If applicable)
  4. Document Verification

UPSSSC PET 2025 Preparation Strategy

Study Plan (MECE Framework) 

1. Core Knowledge Subjects
  • History, Geography, Polity, Economy: NCERT 6-12th + Lucent GK
  • Current Affairs: Daily newspaper + Monthly compilations
2. Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning
  • R.S. Aggarwal / Arihant for practice
  • Daily practice with mock tests
3. Language Skills (Hindi/English)
  • Previous year papers
  • Objective grammar books
4. Graph & Analysis Skills
  • Practice from SSC/Banking graph-based materials

Resources  

  • Books: Lucent GK, NCERT Books, UP GK by Arihant
  • Mock Tests: Testbook, Adda247, Gradeup
  • YouTube Channels: Wifistudy, StudyIQ
  • Daily Practice: One mock test + 2 hours GS + 1 hour Maths

Common Mistakes to Avoid in UPSSSC PET Preparation

  • Ignoring graphs/data interpretation 
  • Over-reliance on GK without balancing aptitude 
  • Neglecting time management during practice 
  • Not analysing previous year trends 
  • Skipping mock tests 

UPSSSC PET 2025: Cut-Off (Expected)

Category Expected Cut-Off (100 Marks)
General 65-75
OBC 60-70
SC 55-65
ST 50-60

UPSSSC PET Previous Year Question Paper Analysis

  • Level: Moderate 
  • Focus Areas: Uttar Pradesh-specific GK, History, Graph Analysis 

Why UPSSSC PET 2025 is Crucial for Government Job Aspirants

  • Gateway to over 20+ Govt Posts in Uttar Pradesh 
  • Mandatory for appearing in the Mains conducted by UPSSSC 
  • Valid for 1 year or till the next PET cycle 
  • Direct recruitment shortlisting based on PET score 

FAQs on UPSSSC PET 2025

What is the official website for UPSSSC PET 2025 updates? 

https://upsssc.gov.in 

Can candidates from other states apply for UPSSSC PET? 

Yes, but preference is given to UP domicile candidates. 

Is PET score valid for all UPSSSC posts? 

Yes, it is the mandatory first step for all Group C recruitments by UPSSSC. 

Is UPSSSC PET held online or offline? 

It is typically conducted in offline mode (OMR-based). 

What is the validity of the UPSSSC PET 2025 score? 

Generally 1 year, subject to notification updates. 

Is there a sectional cutoff in UPSSSC PET? 

No, only the overall cutoff is considered. 

How many attempts are allowed for UPSSSC PET? 

There is no attempt limit, but age eligibility must be met. 

Does UPSSSC PET guarantee a job? 

No, it is only a qualifying exam for further stages. 

How to download UPSSSC PET Admit Card 2025? 

Visit the official UPSSSC portal > Admit Card Section > Download using registration details. 

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