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UPPSC Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Exam 2025 – Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
| Exam Name | Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Exam 2025 |
| Advt. No. | A-1/E-1/2025 |
| Form Mode | Online Form |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Monthly Pay | As Per Rules |
| Job Basis | Permanent |
| Total Vacancies | 200+ (Various Posts) |
Important Dates
- Notification Out: 20/02/2025
- Starting Date: 20/02/2025
- Last Date to Apply: 02/04/2025 (Extended)
- Correction Date: Up to 09/04/2025
- Prelims Exam Date: 12/10/2025
- Prelims Admit Card: 30/09/2025
Application Fees
- Gen / OBC / EWS: ₹125/-
- SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen: ₹65/-
- PH (Divyang): ₹25/-
- Payment Mode: Online
Age Limit (as on 01/07/2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Date of Birth Range: 02/07/1985 – 01/07/2004
- Age Relaxation: As per UPPSC rules
Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam (Objective Type)
- Mains Exam (Descriptive Type)
- Interview (if applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
UPPSC Mains Paper 2025 – Exam Pattern
The UPPSC Mains Exam is descriptive in nature. Candidates who qualify prelims will be called for mains.
Compulsory Papers
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Hindi | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-II | Essay | 150 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-III | General Studies-I | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-IV | General Studies-II | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-V | General Studies-III | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-VI | General Studies-IV | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-VII | Optional Subject Paper-I | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper-VIII | Optional Subject Paper-II | 200 | 3 Hours |
👉 Total Marks in Mains: 1500
Qualification (Post Wise Examples)
- District Administrative Officer – Post-Graduate Degree
- Labour Enforcement Officer – Graduation in Economics / Sociology / Commerce + PG/Diploma in Law / Labour Relations etc.
- Food Safety Officer – Degree in Food Technology / Dairy Technology / Biotechnology / Medicine / Chemistry / Microbiology etc.
- Sub Registrar – Law Graduate
- Assistant Prosecution Officer (Transport) – Bachelor of Laws
(For complete details, refer official notification.)
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Important Links
| Content Type | Issued On | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Mains Admit Card | 21/03/2026 | Click Here |
| Mains Exam Date Notice | 24/02/2026 | Click Here |
| Prelims Exam Result | 01/12/2025 | Click Here |
| Prelims Answer Key | 18/10/2025 | Click Here |
| Prelims Admit Card | 30/09/2025 | Link-1 // Link-2 |
| Admit Card Notice | 30/09/2025 | Click Here |
| Apply Online | 20/02/2025 | Click Here |
| Date Extend Notice | 24/03/2025 | Click Here |
| Full Notification | 20/02/2025 | Hindi | English |
| Official Website | 20/02/2025 | Click Here |
FAQs on UPPSC Mains Paper 2025
Q1. What is the UPPSC Mains Paper 2025 exam date?
Ans: The mains exam date will be announced after prelims.
Q2. How many papers are in UPPSC Mains Exam 2025?
Ans: A total of 8 papers (6 compulsory + 2 optional).
Q3. What is the total marks of UPPSC Mains Exam?
Ans: The mains carries 1500 marks.
Q4. Can I choose optional subjects in UPPSC mains?
Ans: Yes, candidates have to select one optional subject with two papers.
Q5. What is the salary after UPPSC selection?
Ans: Salary is as per Pay Matrix rules, starting from Level-10 onwards.
