UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 for 722 Posts, Apply Online, Eligibility & Exam Pattern

A notification was issued by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission on April 6, 2026, announcing recruitment for 722 posts. The application process officially began on June 4, 2026; interested candidates can now apply. The required educational qualification is passing Class 12, along with a valid UP PET 2025 score card, which establishes your eligibility.

The selection process involves an initial written examination followed by subsequent stages. The age limit is set between 18 and 30 years, offering a great opportunity for candidates. You can find the link to apply online below; the link is now active. Additionally, details regarding the cut-off, syllabus, and exam pattern are available to help boost your preparation, allowing you to focus on your career goals effectively.

Please review the information provided below carefully. There are also specific physical requirements; following the written examination, candidates will undergo a physical/medical assessment where a minimum height of 167.6 cm, a chest measurement of 80 cm (with a minimum expansion of 5 cm), and other standards are evaluated.

For female candidates, the minimum height requirement is 152 cm (or 147 cm for specific categories), and the minimum weight requirement is 45 kg. Further details regarding these various criteria can be found at the bottom of the page.

UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 – overview

Advertisement Number; 08-Exam/2026
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Organization Name Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC)
Recruitment Name UPSSSC Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) Main Examination 2026
CEN Number 08-Exam/2026
Post Name Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi)
Total Vacancies 722 Posts
Application Mode Online
Job Location Uttar Pradesh
Official Website UPSSSC Official Website

UPSSSC Excise Constable Notification 2026

Notification Name UPSSSC Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) Main Examination 2026
Advertisement Number 08-Exam/2026
Notification Type Main Recruitment Examination Notification

Important Dates 2026

  • Notification Release Date: 06 April 2026
  • Online Application Start Date: 04 June 2026
  • Last Date to Apply Online: 24 June 2026
  • Last Date for Fee Payment: 24 June 2026
  • Application Correction Last Date: 01 July 2026
  • Exam Date: As Per Schedule
  • Admit Card Release Date: Before Examination

Note: UPSSSC has included the Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) examination in its 2026 examination calendar. The exact examination date will be announced separately by UPSSSC.

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Age Limit as on 01-07-2026

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 30 Years
  • Date of Birth Range: 02 July 1996 to 01 July 2008
  • Age Relaxation: Applicable as per UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment Rules for reserved categories.

Note: Candidates must also possess a valid UP PET 2025 Score Card to be eligible for the Main Examination.

Education Qualification

  • Passed Class 12th (Intermediate) Examination from a recognized Board in India.
  • Must possess a valid UP PET 2025 Score Card.
  • Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions prescribed by UPSSSC before the application closing date.
  • Educational qualification should be completed on or before the last date of application submission.

Application Fee

UR / OBC / EWS Candidates ₹25/-
SC / ST Applicants ₹25/-
PwBD Candidates ₹25/-
Female Candidates (All Categories) ₹25/-
Form Correction Fee ₹25/-
Fee Payment Methods
  • Online Payment via Debit Card,
  • Credit Card,
  • Internet Banking
  • & UPI

UPSSSC Excise Constable Vacancy 2026 Details

Post Name Total Vacancies
Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) 722
Total 722

Category Wise Vacancy

Category Vacancies
General (UR) 296
EWS 58
OBC 207
SC 151
ST 10
Total 722
Note: The vacancies are distributed category-wise as per the UPSSSC Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) Main Examination 2026 notification. Horizontal reservation for women, ex-servicemen, freedom fighter dependents, and PwBD candidates is applicable as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.

Selection Process 2026

  • UP PET 2025 Score Based Shortlisting
  • Main Written Examination
  • Physical Standard Test (PST)
  • Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
  • Document Verification (DV)
  • Medical Examination
  • Final Merit List

Selection Flow:
UP PET 2025 Score → Main Written Exam → PST → PET → Document Verification → Medical Examination → Final Selection.

UPSSSC Excise Constable Salary 2026

  • Pay Level: Level-3 (7th Pay Commission)
  • Pay Scale: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
  • Starting Basic Pay: ₹21,700 per month
  • Estimated In-Hand Salary: ₹28,000 – ₹35,000 per month (approx., depending on posting location and allowances)
  • Dearness Allowance (DA): As applicable by Uttar Pradesh Government
  • House Rent Allowance (HRA): As per posting city/category
  • Transport Allowance (TA): Applicable as per government rules
  • Medical Benefits: Available as per state government norms
  • Pension Benefits: Covered under the National Pension System (NPS)
  • Annual Increment: As per 7th CPC rules
  • Other Benefits: Uniform allowance, leave benefits, risk/duty-related allowances, and other admissible government benefits.

Salary Summary:
The UPSSSC Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) post is placed in Pay Level-3, with a basic pay of ₹21,700 and a pay matrix range of ₹21,700–₹69,100 under the 7th Pay Commission

UPSSSC Excise Constable Exam Pattern 2026

Subjects Questions / Marks
History of India & National Movement 5 Questions / 5 Marks
Geography of India & World 5 Questions / 5 Marks
Indian Economy & Social Development 10 Questions / 10 Marks
Indian Constitution & Governance 10 Questions / 10 Marks
General Science & Technology 5 Questions / 5 Marks
Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management 5 Questions / 5 Marks
Current Affairs (National & International) 5 Questions / 5 Marks
Data Interpretation 10 Questions / 10 Marks
General Awareness Related to Excise Department (UP) 10 Questions / 10 Marks
Computer & Information Technology 15 Questions / 15 Marks
General Knowledge Related to Uttar Pradesh 20 Questions / 20 Marks
Total 100 Questions / 100 Marks

UPSSSC Excise Constable Syllabus 2026

1. History of India & National Movement

  • Ancient Indian History
  • Medieval Indian History
  • Modern Indian History
  • Indian Freedom Movement
  • Important Historical Events
  • Indian Culture and Heritage

2. Geography of India & World

  • Physical Geography
  • Indian Geography
  • World Geography
  • Rivers, Mountains and Climate
  • Natural Resources
  • Environmental Geography

3. Indian Economy & Social Development

  • Basic Economic Concepts
  • Indian Economy
  • Economic Planning
  • Poverty and Unemployment
  • Government Welfare Schemes
  • Social Development Issues

4. Indian Constitution & Governance

  • Constitution of India
  • Fundamental Rights and Duties
  • Directive Principles of State Policy
  • Parliament and State Legislature
  • Panchayati Raj System
  • Governance and Public Administration

5. General Science & Technology

  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Scientific Discoveries
  • Space Technology
  • Recent Developments in Science

6. Environment, Ecology & Disaster Management

  • Environmental Conservation
  • Biodiversity
  • Climate Change
  • Pollution Control
  • Disaster Management
  • Sustainable Development

7. Current Affairs

  • National Current Events
  • International Current Events
  • Sports
  • Awards and Honors
  • Important Government Policies
  • Recent Developments

8. Data Interpretation

  • Tables
  • Charts and Graphs
  • Pie Charts
  • Bar Graphs
  • Line Graphs
  • Data Analysis and Interpretation

9. General Awareness Related to Excise Department

  • Uttar Pradesh Excise Department
  • Excise Laws and Regulations
  • Duties and Responsibilities of Excise Constable
  • Revenue Collection System
  • Liquor Control and Regulation
  • Departmental Functions

10. Computer & Information Technology

  • Basics of Computer
  • Computer Hardware and Software
  • MS Word
  • MS Excel
  • MS PowerPoint
  • Internet and Email
  • Cyber Security
  • Information Technology Basics

11. General Knowledge Related to Uttar Pradesh

  • History of Uttar Pradesh
  • Geography of Uttar Pradesh
  • Economy of Uttar Pradesh
  • Culture and Traditions
  • Important Places and Monuments
  • Current Affairs of Uttar Pradesh
  • Government Schemes of Uttar Pradesh

12. Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability

  • Analogy
  • Classification
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Series
  • Blood Relations
  • Direction Sense
  • Ranking and Order
  • Syllogism
  • Statement and Conclusion

13. Numerical Ability

  • Number System
  • Percentage
  • Profit and Loss
  • Simple and Compound Interest
  • Ratio and Proportion
  • Average
  • Time and Work
  • Time, Speed and Distance
  • Mensuration
  • Simplification

Note: Focus mainly on Uttar Pradesh General Knowledge, Computer Knowledge, Excise Department Awareness, Current Affairs, and Data Interpretation, as these sections carry a significant weightage in the examination.

UPSSSC Excise Constable Previous Year Cut Off

Category Expected Cut Off Marks
General (UR) 225+
OBC 220+
SC 200+
ST 180+

Note:

  • The 2016 recruitment was conducted under a different exam pattern and evaluation system, so these cut-off marks should be used only for trend analysis.
  • The official category-wise cut-off for the 2026 recruitment has not been released yet.
  • Due to changes in vacancies, competition level, and selection process, the 2026 cut-off may differ significantly from the 2016 cut-off.

UPSSSC Excise Constable Cut Off 2026

Category Expected Cut Off 2026
General (UR) 65
OBC 65
EWS 64–65
SC 63
ST 53

UPSSSC Excise Constable Medical Standards

Physical Standard Test (PST)

For Male Candidates

  • Minimum Height: 167.6 cm
  • Chest (Unexpanded): 80 cm
  • Chest (Expanded): 85 cm
  • Chest Expansion: Minimum 5 cm

For Female Candidates

  • Minimum Height (General/OBC/EWS): 152 cm
  • Minimum Height (SC/ST): 147 cm
  • Minimum Weight: 45 kg

Medical Examination

  • Candidate must be physically and mentally fit.
  • No serious disease or medical condition that may affect duty performance.
  • Vision, hearing, and overall health should be as per government medical standards.
  • Candidates must not have any physical deformity that interferes with official duties.
  • Final medical fitness will be determined by the authorized medical board.

Physical Efficiency Test (Qualifying)

  • Male Candidates: 4.8 Km Run in 25 Minutes
  • Female Candidates: 2.4 Km Run in 14 Minutes

Note: PST, PET, and Medical Examination are mandatory qualifying stages. Candidates who fail to meet the prescribed standards will be disqualified from the recruitment process.

How to Apply Online for UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026

  • Visit the official UPSSSC website.
  • Click on the Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) Recruitment 2026 link.
  • Login using your UP PET 2025 Registration Number and required credentials.
  • Verify the pre-filled personal details carefully.
  • Fill in the remaining application details, if required.
  • Upload the necessary documents in the prescribed format.
  • Pay the application fee of ₹25 through the available online payment modes.
  • Preview the application form and verify all information.
  • Submit the online application form.
  • Download and print the final application form for future reference.
  • Keep the registration number and payment receipt safely for future use.

Documents Required for UPSSSC Excise Constable Form 2026

  • Recent Passport Size Photograph
  • Signature
  • Class 10th Marksheet/Certificate
  • Class 12th Marksheet/Certificate
  • UP PET 2025 Score Card
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
  • Valid ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, etc.)

Important Note: Candidates must complete the online application process before the last date and ensure that all uploaded documents are clear and valid.

UPSSSC Excise Constable Job Profile

  • Enforce excise laws and regulations in Uttar Pradesh.
  • Assist in preventing the illegal manufacture, sale, and transportation of liquor and intoxicating substances.
  • Conduct inspections and raids under the supervision of senior officers.
  • Monitor licensed liquor shops and excise-related establishments.
  • Check illegal storage, smuggling, and distribution of liquor.
  • Maintain law and order during excise enforcement operations.
  • Prepare reports and records related to excise activities.
  • Assist in the collection and protection of excise revenue.
  • Verify permits, licenses, and transport documents related to excisable goods.
  • Support senior excise officers in field investigations.
  • Perform patrolling and surveillance duties in assigned areas.
  • Carry out any other departmental duties assigned by the Excise Department.

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UPSSSC Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) Recruitment 2026 FAQs

1. What is the total number of vacancies in UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?

A total of 722 vacancies have been announced for the post of Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi).

2. Is UP PET 2025 mandatory for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026?

Yes, candidates must have a valid UP PET 2025 Score Card to apply for the Main Examination.

3. What is the minimum educational qualification required for this recruitment?

Candidates must have passed Class 12th (Intermediate) from a recognized board in India.

4. What is the age limit for UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?

Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years of age as on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.

5. How much is the application fee for UPSSSC Excise Constable 2026?

The application fee is ₹25 for all categories of candidates.

6. What is the selection process for Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi)?

The selection process includes UP PET shortlisting, Main Written Exam, PST, PET, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.

7. What is the salary of an UPSSSC Excise Constable?

Selected candidates receive a salary under Pay Level-3 (₹21,700 – ₹69,100) along with applicable allowances.

8. Is there negative marking in the UPSSSC Excise Constable Exam 2026?

Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer in the written examination.

9. What are the physical running requirements for the PET?

  • Male Candidates: 4.8 km run in 25 minutes
  • Female Candidates: 2.4 km run in 14 minutes

10. Can candidates from other states apply for UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?

Yes, candidates from other states can apply if they meet the eligibility criteria. However, reservation benefits are generally available only to eligible Uttar Pradesh candidates as per government rules.

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