Important Notice: Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the Exam City Details for UP Lekhpal Mains Exam 2026 for 7,994 posts. The Mains exam is scheduled for 21 May 2026. Eligible candidates who cleared the PET 2025 eligibility stage can now check their exam city and download their admit card from upsssc.gov.in.
Overview
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post Name | Lekhpal (Revenue / Chakbandi) |
| Advertisement No. | 02 / Exam / 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 7,994 |
| Exam Stage | Mains Written Examination |
| Exam Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Official Website | https://upsssc.gov.in/ |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Original Application Start | 29 December 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 28 January 2026 |
| Correction Window Closed | 04 February 2026 |
| PET 2025 Eligibility Result | 26 February 2026 |
| Mains Exam Fee Deadline | 04 May 2026 |
| Exam City Details Released | May 2026 |
| Mains Written Exam Date | 21 May 2026 |
Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|
| General (UR) | 3,205 |
| OBC | 2,158 |
| SC | 1,679 |
| EWS | 792 |
| ST | 160 |
| Total | 7,994 |
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)
| Category | Min Age | Max Age |
|---|
| General | 18 | 40 |
| OBC / SC / ST (UP Domicile) | 18 | 45 (+5 Years) |
| PH / Divyang (UP) | 18 | 55 (+15 Years) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 18 | As per UP Govt norms |
Pay Scale
| Detail | Value |
|---|
| Pay Band | ₹5,200 – ₹20,200 (pre-revised) / Level 3 – ₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (7th CPC) |
| Grade Pay | ₹1,900 (pre-revised) |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, TA and other UP Govt admissible allowances |
Educational Qualification
- Minimum: Class 12 (Intermediate / 10+2) from a recognized board
- Mandatory: Valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Scorecard — candidates who did not appear in or qualify PET 2025 are NOT eligible
- Computer Knowledge: Basic computer literacy certificate from a recognized institution (preferred / mandatory as per UP Govt rules)
- Domicile: UP domicile required for category reservation benefits
Exam Pattern – Lekhpal Mains 2026
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|
| Hindi Knowledge & Writing Ability | 25 | 25 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Rural Development & Revenue Related Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 2 Hours | Mode: Offline (OMR) | Negative Marking: 1/4 mark per wrong answer
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| All Categories | ₹25 (via SBI I Collect / E-Challan) |
Selection Process
- UPSSSC PET 2025: Pre-Eligibility Test qualification is mandatory to appear in Lekhpal Mains
- Lekhpal Mains Written Exam (21 May 2026): 100 MCQ questions — Hindi, Maths, GK, and Revenue/Rural Development
- Document Verification: Based on Mains merit — original certificates of Class 12, PET scorecard, domicile, caste certificate required
- Final Appointment: District-wise merit list published by UPSSSC after DV
How to Check Exam City Details
- Visit the official UPSSSC portal: https://upsssc.gov.in/
- Click on "Lekhpal Mains Exam City Details 2026" link
- Login with your Registration Number and Date of Birth
- Your exam city and centre will be displayed — note it carefully
- Download and print the admit card when it is released (a few days before exam)
Required Documents
- Class 12 (Intermediate) marksheet and certificate
- UPSSSC PET 2025 scorecard / admit card
- UP domicile / permanent resident certificate
- Caste certificate – OBC / SC / ST / EWS as applicable
- Computer literacy certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Aadhaar Card and passport-size photo
Pro Tip: The Lekhpal Mains exam has negative marking (1/4) — avoid random guessing. The Revenue & Rural Development section (25 marks) is unique to this exam and tests knowledge of land records, chakbandi, UP revenue laws, and village administration. Many candidates underestimate this section — devote dedicated preparation time. For the Hindi section, focus on grammar, synonyms, and reading comprehension rather than literature. Start revising now — exam is on 21 May 2026.
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