The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released Advertisement No. 24-Exam/2026 for the Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Main Examination (PET-2025)/24, inviting online applications for 1,156 vacancies across eight post categories in six Uttar Pradesh government departments. Posts include Junior Engineer (Mechanical), Mechanic, Assistant Storekeeper, Technical Assistant, Instructor Machinist, Assistant District Panchayat Raj Officer (Technical) and Assistant Engineer (Mechanical). Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and have been issued a PET 2025 scorecard are eligible to apply. The online application window opens on 3 November 2026 and closes on 25 November 2026. The application processing fee is Rs. 25 for all categories.
Important Note
- UPSSSC PET 2025 participation and a valid PET 2025 scorecard are mandatory prerequisites. Candidates who did not appear in PET 2025 cannot apply for this recruitment.
- Shortlisting for the main examination will be based on normalized PET 2025 scores. Candidates with zero or negative normalized scores will not be shortlisted.
- Verify the post-specific educational qualifications and the equivalence lists carefully against your exact diploma branch and specialization before applying. Not all disciplines listed in the equivalence annexures are accepted for every post.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 24-Exam/2026 |
| Examination Name | Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Main Examination (PET-2025)/24 |
| Advertisement Date | 12 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,156 |
| Post Categories | 8 |
| PET Requirement | UPSSSC PET 2025 – mandatory |
| Application Processing Fee | Rs. 25 (all categories) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 3 November 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 25 November 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 25 November 2026 |
| Application Correction Last Date | 2 December 2026 |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 12 October 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 3 November 2026 |
| Online Application Closes | 25 November 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 25 November 2026 |
| Fee Adjustment and Application Correction Last Date | 2 December 2026 |
| Main Examination Date | To be announced on upsssc.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria
PET 2025 Eligibility (Mandatory)
- Candidates must have appeared in UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025.
- A PET 2025 scorecard must have been issued by the Commission.
- Shortlisting for the main examination is based on normalized PET 2025 scores.
- Candidates with zero or negative normalized PET 2025 scores will not be shortlisted.
- Candidates whose PET 2025 results are provisionally marked or under investigation may be considered subject to the Commission’s stated conditions.
Age Limit
Age limit is not mentioned in the official source reviewed. Candidates must check the official notification on upsssc.gov.in for age-related conditions and applicable relaxations.
Educational Qualification
The qualification required depends on the post and the department. All posts broadly require relevant Mechanical Engineering or technical qualifications. The notification includes equivalence annexures listing recognized diploma disciplines.
| Post | Department | Broad Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant (Mechanical) – Special Selection | Ground Water Department | Relevant mechanical/technical qualification per department rules |
| Instructor Machinist | Employment and Training Department | Relevant technical and vocational qualification per departmental rules |
| Assistant Storekeeper | UPSRTC | Qualification prescribed under UPSRTC service rules |
| Mechanic | UPSRTC | Relevant mechanical/technical qualification per UPSRTC rules |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | Irrigation and Water Resources Department | Mechanical Engineering Diploma or recognized equivalent |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) – Special Selection | Irrigation and Water Resources Department | Relevant qualification under applicable special selection provisions |
| Assistant District Panchayat Raj Officer (Technical) | Panchayati Raj Department | Relevant technical qualification per departmental rules |
| Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | Public Works Department | Relevant qualification per PWD recruitment rules |
Recognized Equivalent Mechanical Engineering Diploma Disciplines (Indicative)
The notification’s equivalence annexures include disciplines such as Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (Production), Mechanical Engineering (Maintenance), Mechanical Engineering (Automobile), Mechanical Engineering (Tool Engineering), Mechanical Engineering (CAD/CAM), Mechanical Engineering (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning), Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Tool and Die Engineering, Mechatronics, and Robotics and Mechatronics among others.
Inclusion of a discipline in the annexure does not mean it qualifies for every post. Candidates must match their specific discipline and qualification to the requirements of the particular post and department before applying.
Vacancy Details
Department-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Department | Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Water Department | Technical Assistant (Mechanical) – Special Selection | 3 |
| Employment and Training Department | Instructor Machinist | 1 |
| Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation | Assistant Storekeeper | 128 |
| Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation | Mechanic | 270 |
| Irrigation and Water Resources Department | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | 304 |
| Irrigation and Water Resources Department | Junior Engineer (Mechanical) – Special Selection | 154 |
| Panchayati Raj Department | Assistant District Panchayat Raj Officer (Technical) | 32 |
| Public Works Department | Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | 264 |
| Total | 1,156 |
Category-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 439 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 15 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 285 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 98 |
| Total | 1,156 |
Note: Vacancy figures may be revised in accordance with applicable government reservation orders.
Pay and Salary
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Assistant (Mechanical) – Special Selection | Level 6 | Rs. 35,400-1,12,400 |
| Instructor Machinist | Level 6 | Rs. 35,400-1,12,400 |
| Assistant Storekeeper | Level 4 | Pay Band Rs. 5,200-20,200 |
| Mechanic | Level 5 | Pay Band Rs. 5,200-20,200 |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) | Level 6 | Rs. 35,400-1,12,400 |
| Junior Engineer (Mechanical) – Special Selection | Level 6 | Rs. 35,400-1,12,400 |
| Assistant District Panchayat Raj Officer (Technical) | Level 6 | Rs. 35,400-1,12,400 |
| Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | Level 6 | Pay Band Rs. 9,300-34,800, Grade Pay Rs. 4,200 |
The notification presents some positions using a pay-level designation alongside an earlier pay-band structure. The figures above are as stated in the notification and should not be treated as directly comparable monthly take-home salaries. Candidates should check the official notification for the current pay matrix applicable to each post.
Application Fee
| Category | Online Processing Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) | Rs. 25 |
A separate main examination fee will be payable by candidates shortlisted for the main examination, before they can download the examination admit card. This fee amount is not mentioned in the source.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 – PET 2025 Score-based Shortlisting | Candidates shortlisted based on normalized UPSSSC PET 2025 scores |
| Stage 2 – Main Written Examination | 100 objective questions, 100 marks, 2 hours, negative marking |
| Stage 3 – Document Verification and Formalities | As prescribed by the Commission and appointing departments |
Main Examination Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Machine Design | 15 | 15 |
| Engineering Mechanics | 10 | 10 |
| Strength of Materials | 10 | 10 |
| Thermodynamics | 5 | 5 |
| Internal Combustion Engine | 5 | 5 |
| Steam Engineering and Power Plant Engineering | 5 | 5 |
| Refrigeration and Air Compression | 5 | 5 |
| Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines | 10 | 10 |
| Computer and Information Technology | 15 | 15 |
| General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
- Question Type: Objective Multiple Choice
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted per incorrect answer
Main Examination Syllabus Overview
Mechanical Engineering Subjects
Machine Design, Engineering Mechanics, Strength of Materials, Thermodynamics, Internal Combustion Engines, Steam Engineering and Power Plant Engineering, Refrigeration and Air Compression, Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines.
Computer and Information Technology
Fundamentals of computers, internet and digital communication, operating systems, MS Word and MS Excel, email and social networking, digital financial tools, information security and cyber security, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cloud Computing and related developments.
General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh
History, culture, art and architecture of Uttar Pradesh; geography and natural resources; economy, agriculture and industry; administration and important government programmes; tourism, festivals and heritage; current events related to Uttar Pradesh.
How to Apply Online
Applications can be submitted only through the official UPSSSC portal at upsssc.gov.in from 3 November 2026. Login requires the PET 2025 registration number and OTP-based authentication.
- Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in.
- Open the recruitment advertisement for the Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Main Examination (PET-2025)/24 – Advertisement No. 24-Exam/2026.
- Click the online application link.
- Enter your PET 2025 registration number and complete OTP-based authentication.
- Review the personal details retrieved from your PET 2025 registration.
- Select the post you wish to apply for and complete the eligibility and qualification details.
- Verify your photograph, signature and other prefilled information.
- Complete the declaration and submit the application.
- Pay the online processing fee of Rs. 25.
- Verify the payment transaction status and complete the fee adjustment process.
- Download and retain the submitted application form for future reference.
Application Correction
Candidates who have submitted their applications and paid the fee can use the correction facility to modify permitted fields. The application correction and fee-adjustment window closes on 2 December 2026. Fee adjustment must be completed within this period to access the correction facility.
Important Instructions
- Only candidates with a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 scorecard can apply. PET 2025 was a mandatory prerequisite.
- Candidates must verify the exact educational qualification and diploma branch required for their chosen post against the official notification’s annexures before applying.
- Applications and fee payments will not be accepted after 25 November 2026.
- The main examination fee will be separate and will be payable only by shortlisted candidates.
- Monitor upsssc.gov.in regularly for the main examination schedule and admit card notice.
- Age limit and post-specific horizontal reservation conditions must be verified from the official notification on upsssc.gov.in.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – UPSSSC Official Website | Click Here |
| UPSSSC Official Website – Notification and All Updates | Click Here |
FAQs
How many vacancies are available in UPSSSC Junior Engineer Mechanical Recruitment 2026?
There are 1,156 vacancies across eight post categories including Junior Engineer (Mechanical) – 304 regular and 154 special selection, Mechanic – 270, Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) – 264, Assistant Storekeeper – 128, Assistant District Panchayat Raj Officer (Technical) – 32, Technical Assistant (Mechanical) – 3 and Instructor Machinist – 1.
Is UPSSSC PET 2025 compulsory for this recruitment?
Yes. Participation in UPSSSC PET 2025 and a valid PET 2025 scorecard are mandatory prerequisites. Candidates who did not appear in PET 2025 cannot apply.
When does the UPSSSC Junior Engineer Mechanical online application start?
The online application starts on 3 November 2026 and closes on 25 November 2026.
What is the application fee?
The online application processing fee is Rs. 25 for all categories. A separate main examination fee will be payable by shortlisted candidates before the admit card can be downloaded.
What is the exam pattern for the UPSSSC Junior Engineer Mechanical main exam?
The main examination consists of 100 objective-type questions for 100 marks in 2 hours. Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for each incorrect answer. Subjects include Mechanical Engineering topics, Computer and Information Technology and General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh.
What is the age limit for UPSSSC Junior Engineer Mechanical Recruitment 2026?
Age limit is not mentioned in the official source reviewed. Candidates must check the official notification on upsssc.gov.in for the applicable age conditions and relaxations.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on the official UPSSSC Advertisement No. 24-Exam/2026 published on upsssc.gov.in on 12 October 2026. Age limit, post-specific horizontal reservation details, main examination fee, main examination date and detailed post-wise qualification conditions are not fully reproduced here – candidates must check the official notification on upsssc.gov.in for complete information. The pay structure figures are as stated in the notification and may reflect a mix of the older pay-band and the current pay-matrix formats. Vacancy figures may be revised as per applicable government orders. JobShouter is not associated with UPSSSC or the Government of Uttar Pradesh. This article is for informational purposes only.
