📖 Introduction
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the notification for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 under Advertisement No. 01-Exam/2025. This examination serves as a prerequisite for various Group ‘C’ government job recruitments in Uttar Pradesh. Candidates aspiring for positions like Lekhpal, Junior Assistant, and others must qualify this test to be eligible for subsequent selection processes.
📅 UPSSSC PET 2025 Exam Overview
- Application Start Date: May 14, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: June 17, 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: June 17, 2025
- Correction Window Closes: June 24, 2025
- Exam Date: To be announced
- Admit Card Release: To be announced
💰 Application Fee
- General/OBC: ₹185/-
- SC/ST: ₹95/-
- PH (Divyang): ₹25/-
Payment can be made through SBI I Collect or E-Challan.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria for UPSSSC PET 2025
- Educational Qualification: Minimum Class 10 (High School) pass from a recognized board or any higher qualification.
- Age Limit (as on July 1, 2025):
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 40 years
- Age relaxation applicable as per UPSSSC rules.
📝 How to Apply for UPSSSC PET Exam Online
- Visit the official UPSSSC website: upsssc.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Notifications/Advertisements” section.
- Find and click on “Advt No. 01-Exam/2025 – Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025.”
- Read the notification carefully.
- Click on the “Apply” link and complete the registration process by providing necessary details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, including a clear photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee through the available payment modes.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Note: Ensure that the photograph is recent and clear, and the signature is done with blue or black ink on white paper to avoid application rejection.
📘 UPSSSC PET 2025 Exam Pattern
- Mode of Exam: Offline (OMR-based)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Total Questions: 100
- Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Syllabus Includes:
- Indian History and National Movement
- Geography
- Indian Economy
- Indian Constitution and Public Administration
- General Science
- Elementary Arithmetic
- General Hindi
- General English
- Logical Reasoning
- Current Affairs
- General Awareness
- Analysis of 2 Unseen Hindi Passages
- Graph Interpretation
- Table Interpretation and Analysis
Each correct answer carries 1 mark, and there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
🎯 Importance of UPSSSC PET
Qualifying the UPSSSC PET is mandatory for candidates aspiring to apply for various Group ‘C’ posts in Uttar Pradesh, such as:
- Lekhpal
- Junior Assistant
- Village Development Officer (VDO)
- Forest Guard
- Stenographer
- X-Ray Technician
- Mandi Parishad Posts
- Clerk Posts
The PET score is valid for one year from the date of result declaration.
🔗 Useful Links
- Official Notification PDF: Download Here
- Syllabus Details: Check Here
- Apply Online: Click Here
📝 Conclusion
The UPSSSC PET 2025 is a crucial step for candidates aiming for government jobs in Uttar Pradesh. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and complete the application process before the deadline. Stay updated with official announcements regarding the exam date and admit card release.
