Overview of the Recruitment
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released an official notification (Advertisement No. 05-Examination/2026) inviting applications for the posts of Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) and Assistant Research Officer (ARO – Statistics). A total of 929 vacancies are available across multiple departments of the Uttar Pradesh government.
This recruitment drive is specifically for candidates who have appeared in the PET 2025 exam and possess a valid scorecard.
Important Dates to Remember
- Notification Release Date: 20 March 2026
- Application Start Date: 21 April 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 11 May 2026
- Fee Correction Deadline: 18 May 2026
- Main Examination Date: To be announced
Application Fee Details
All candidates are required to pay a nominal fee:
- All Categories (UR/OBC/SC/ST/PwD/Women/Ex-Servicemen): ₹25
Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
Age Limit (As on 11 May 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age:
- General (UR): 40 years
- OBC: 43 years
- SC/ST: 45 years
Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms.
Educational Qualification
Essential Requirements:
- Postgraduate degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Commerce, or Mathematical Statistics from a recognized university
- Computer qualification:
- ‘O’ Level Diploma from DOEACC or
- 1-year Diploma in Computer Science
- Proficiency in Hindi (Devanagari script)
Preferential Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of service in the Territorial Army
- NCC ‘B’ Certificate
Note: Candidates must have participated in PET-2025 and hold a valid scorecard.
Vacancy Distribution (Total: 929 Posts)
The vacancies are spread across different departments, including:
- Economics & Statistics Division
- State Tax Department
- Cooperative Societies
- Animal Husbandry
- Forest Department
- Medical & Health Services
- Irrigation & Water Resources
- Financial Planning Department
- Training & Employment Directorate
Posts include both regular and special recruitment categories for ASO and ARO roles.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official UPSSSC portal and log in using your PET-2025 registration number
- Verify your identity via OTP sent to your registered mobile/email
- Fill in your educational details and select the desired post(s)
- Choose your preferred departments/posts
- Accept the declaration and submit the form
- Pay the application fee online
- Download and print the final application form for future use
Selection Procedure
The selection process will consist of the following stages:
- Shortlisting based on PET-2025 score
- Main Written Examination
- Document Verification
Key Points to Note
- Only PET-2025 qualified candidates can apply
- Application will be considered complete only after fee payment
- Candidates should carefully select their post preferences
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is this recruitment about?
It is a UPSSSC recruitment drive for 929 ASO and ARO (Statistics) posts.
Q2. When does the application process begin?
Applications start from 21 April 2026.
Q3. Who can apply?
Only candidates with a valid PET-2025 scorecard.
Q4. What is the application fee?
₹25 for all categories.
Q5. What is the selection process?
PET score shortlisting, followed by a main exam and document verification.
Q6. What qualifications are required?
A postgraduate degree in a relevant subject along with a computer diploma and knowledge of Hindi.
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