The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the notification for the UPSSSC UP Pollution Control Board Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 02-Exam/2026, inviting online applications for 115 posts across multiple roles including Scientific Assistant, Accountant / Auditor, Legal Assistant, Laboratory Assistant, Monitoring Assistant, and Junior Engineer in the UP Pollution Control Board. Notably, the application window opened on 02 April 2026 and closes on 22 April 2026. A valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Score Card is mandatory for all posts under this recruitment.
Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. 02-Exam/2026 |
| Post Name(s) | Scientific Assistant, Scientific Assistant (Special Selection), Accountant / Auditor, Legal Assistant, Laboratory Assistant, Monitoring Assistant, Junior Engineer (Special Selection), Junior Engineer |
| Total Vacancies | 115 |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Salary / Pay Level | As per 7th CPC norms — refer to the official notification for post-wise pay levels |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Scientific Assistant | 10 |
| Scientific Assistant (Special Selection) | 05 |
| Accountant / Auditor | 22 |
| Legal Assistant | 04 |
| Laboratory Assistant | 02 |
| Monitoring Assistant | 35 |
| Junior Engineer (Special Selection) | 08 |
| Junior Engineer | 29 |
| Total | 115 |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
The minimum age required is 21 years and the maximum age is 40 years, as on 01 July 2026. Furthermore, UPSSSC provides additional age relaxation to SC, ST, OBC, PH, and other reserved category candidates as per applicable UP Government regulations for this examination.
Educational Qualification
Specifically, qualification requirements vary significantly by post — Scientific Assistant candidates must hold a Postgraduate Degree in Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Environmental Science; Accountant / Auditor candidates must hold a B.Com with Accountancy and at least one year of accounting experience in a government or semi-government organisation; Legal Assistant candidates must possess an LLB Degree with a minimum of three years of experience as an Advocate, Lawyer, Barrister, or Attorney; Laboratory Assistant and Monitoring Assistant candidates must have passed Intermediate (Class 12) in Science; and Junior Engineer candidates must hold a Diploma in Public Health, Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering from a recognised institute. Additionally, a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Score Card is mandatory for all posts without exception.
Nationality
Candidates must be Indian citizens as per the standard eligibility conditions prescribed by UPSSSC for all UP Pollution Control Board recruitment posts under Advt. No. 02-Exam/2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 02 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 22 April 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 22 April 2026 |
| Application Correction Date | 29 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified later |
| Admit Card | Before the examination date |
| Result Date | To be updated |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 25/- |
| SC / ST | ₹ 25/- |
| PH (Divyangjan) | ₹ 25/- |
Accepted Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet.
Exam Pattern
The UPSSSC UP Pollution Control Board Recruitment 2026 follows a structured multi-stage selection process. Notably, candidates are first shortlisted on the basis of their UPSSSC PET 2025 Score Card, which is a mandatory prerequisite for participation in all posts. Consequently, only PET 2025-qualified candidates are eligible to appear in the subsequent Written Examination. Moreover, candidates who clear the written exam proceed to Document Verification and a Medical Examination before final appointment. Additionally, the detailed post-wise written exam pattern and syllabus are available through the official syllabus link provided below; candidates should refer to it for subject-wise preparation guidance.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in on or after 02 April 2026.
- Locate and click the “Apply Online” link for UPSSSC UP Pollution Control Board Various Post Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 02-Exam/2026).
- Register using a valid email address and mobile number to generate your login credentials.
- Fill in the online application form carefully with all required personal, educational, experience, and PET 2025 score details.
- Upload your recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format and dimensions.
- Pay the application fee of ₹ 25/- through any of the accepted online payment modes before 22 April 2026.
- Submit the form and download or print the acknowledgement slip for future reference during admit card download and document verification.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Check Syllabus & Exam Pattern | Click Here |
| UPSSSC Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When does the UPSSSC UP Pollution Control Board Recruitment 2026 application open and close?
The UPSSSC UP Pollution Control Board Recruitment 2026 application opened on 02 April 2026 and the last date to apply is 22 April 2026.
Q2. What is the final deadline to submit the application and pay the fee?
Candidates must complete both their online application submission and fee payment by 22 April 2026; additionally, the application correction window is available until 29 April 2026.
Q3. Can final-year Postgraduate or B.Com students apply for the UPSSSC UP Pollution Control Board Recruitment 2026?
Eligibility requires a completed degree along with relevant experience where applicable; consequently, final-year students should confirm their qualification and experience status against the specific post requirements in the official notification before applying.
Q4. Is there negative marking in the UPSSSC UP Pollution Control Board Written Examination?
The detailed marking scheme — including any negative marking provisions — should be verified through the official UPSSSC syllabus and exam pattern linked above, as specific details have not been separately enumerated in the currently available notification summary.
Q5. Is a UPSSSC PET 2025 Score Card mandatory for all posts in this recruitment?
Yes, a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Score Card is mandatory for every post under the UPSSSC UP Pollution Control Board Recruitment 2026; consequently, candidates without a PET 2025 score are not eligible to apply for any post under Advt. No. 02-Exam/2026.