UPPSC RO ARO Notification 2026: Key Highlights
The UPPSC has released Notification No. A-4/E-1/2026 on 26 October 2026 for RO, ARO and related posts, announcing 501 vacancies across various departments.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website, uppsc.up.nic.in, from 26 October to 26 November 2026. Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying.
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Particulars |
Details |
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Exam Name |
UPPSC RO/ARO Examination 2026 |
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Official Website |
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Total Vacancies |
501 |
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Online Application Begins |
26th October 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply |
26th November 2026 |
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Last Date for Application Correction |
3rd December 2026 |
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Age Limit |
21–40 years (relaxations applicable) |
Candidates applying under the general category must be between 21 and 40 years of age to be eligible for the recruitment. The commission will determine the age eligibility based on 1 July 2026, and applicants must meet the prescribed minimum and maximum age limits as of this date.
| Age Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 21 - 40 years |
| Age Calculation Date | 1 July 2026 |
| General Category Date of Birth Range | 2 July 1986 to 1 July 2005 |
| Maximum Age for Eligible PwD Candidates of Uttar Pradesh | 55 years, subject to the prescribed conditions |
| Category | Age Relaxation |
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| SC/ST/OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh | 5 years |
| Skilled sportspersons of Uttar Pradesh in classified games | 5 years |
| Eligible Uttar Pradesh government employees, including specified teachers and staff | 5 years |
| Eligible Persons with Disabilities (PwD) of Uttar Pradesh | 15 years, subject to applicable conditions |
| Eligible Emergency Commissioned Officers, Short Service Commissioned Officers and ex-Army personnel | 3 years plus the period of military service, as applicable |
| Eligible Chief Minister Fellowship Programme research scholars | Up to 3 years, according to the completed fellowship tenure |
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Post |
Vacancies |
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Review Officer (RO) |
131 |
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Assistant Review Officer (ARO) |
329 |
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Review Officer (Account) |
31 |
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Assistant Review Officer (Account) |
6 |
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Manager, Care-Taker, Receptionist and Store Keeper |
4 |
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Total |
501 |
Applicants planning to apply for the UPPSC RO ARO Recruitment 2026 must meet the prescribed eligibility requirements for the Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) posts. Candidates should carefully review the educational qualifications and other eligibility conditions applicable to their chosen post before submitting the application form.
1. Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
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| Review Officer (RO) | Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university or equivalent qualification. |
| Assistant Review Officer (ARO) – Secretariat/Board of Revenue | Bachelor’s degree, ‘O’ Level certificate from NIELIT/DOEACC or equivalent, and Hindi typing speed of 25 words per minute. |
| Assistant Review Officer (ARO) – UPPSC | Bachelor’s degree, Diploma in Computer Science or ‘O’ Level certificate, and Hindi typing speed of 25 words per minute. |
| RO/ARO (Accounts) | Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with Accountancy or equivalent qualification, along with the prescribed computer certificate and Hindi knowledge. |
2. Age Limit (As of 1st July 2026)
| Minimum Age | 21 years (Candidate must not have been born after 1 July 2005) |
| Maximum Age | 40 years (Candidate must not have been born before 2 July 1986) |
| Maximum Age for PwD Candidates | 55 years |
3. Domicile Rule & Age Relaxation
The selection process consists of three stages:
1. Preliminary Examination: Objective / Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
2. Main (Written) Examination:
| Paper | Subject | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
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| Paper 1 | General Studies-I | 20 | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 2 | General Studies-II | 20 | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 3 | General Hindi & Drafting | 8 | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Paper 4 | Hindi Essay | 2 Essays | 200 | 3 Hours |
| Total | 4 Papers | — | 800 Marks | — |
3. Document Verification & Medical Examination: Verification of original documents and medical assessment for final allotment.
The UPPSC RO ARO Salary 2026 varies according to the post and the applicable pay level. Candidates selected for the Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) positions will receive salaries as per the prescribed pay scales. The post-wise salary structure is outlined below.
| Post | Pay Level | Grade Pay |
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| Review Officer (RO) | Level 8 | ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 (Grade Pay ₹4,800) |
| Assistant Review Officer (ARO) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Grade Pay ₹4,600) |
| Manager / Avdhata / Receptionist / Storekeeper | Level 5 to Level 7 | ₹29,200 – ₹1,42,400 |
