Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official notification for Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) Recruitment 2026. Candidates who have qualified the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 can apply online for this recruitment. The notification has been issued for 722 vacancies in the Uttar Pradesh Excise Department.
This recruitment provides a great opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in Uttar Pradesh. Interested applicants should carefully review the eligibility criteria, age limit, physical standards, and selection process before submitting their online application.
Overview
| Organization |
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Department |
Excise Department, Uttar Pradesh |
| Post Name |
Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) |
| Advertisement No. |
08-Exam/2026 |
| Total Vacancies |
722 Posts |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| PET Requirement |
UPSSSC PET 2025 Qualified |
| Official Website |
upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date |
04 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date |
04 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
24 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
01 July 2026 |
| Application Correction Window |
01 July to 07 July 2026 |
| Exam Date |
To Be Announced |
| Admit Card |
Before Examination |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS |
₹25/- |
| SC / ST |
₹25/- |
| PwD |
₹25/- |
| Payment Mode |
Online |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
Total Posts |
| Excise Constable (Abkari Sipahi) |
722 |
Category Wise Vacancy
| Category |
Vacancies |
| General (UR) |
246 |
| OBC |
165 |
| EWS |
61 |
| SC |
128 |
| ST |
12 |
| Total |
612 |
Note: Remaining vacancies are reserved under various horizontal reservation categories as mentioned in the official notification.
Eligibility
- Candidate must have passed Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
- Candidate must be qualified in UPSSSC PET 2025.
- Applicants must fulfill all eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification.
- Physical standards and medical fitness requirements must be satisfied.
Age Limit
| Minimum Age |
18 Years |
| Maximum Age |
40 Years |
| Age Calculation Date |
01 July 2025 |
| Age Relaxation |
As Per UP Government Rules |
Physical Standards
| Male Candidates |
| Category |
Height |
Chest |
| General / OBC / SC |
167.6 cm |
81-86 cm |
| ST |
160.0 cm |
79-84 cm |
| Female Candidates |
| Category |
Height |
Weight |
| General / OBC / SC |
152 cm |
Minimum 45 Kg |
| ST |
147 cm |
Minimum 45 Kg |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Candidate |
Running Test |
| Male |
4.8 KM in 27 Minutes |
| Female |
2.4 KM in 16 Minutes |
Selection Process
- Shortlisting Based on UPSSSC PET 2025 Score
- Written Examination
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Exam Pattern
| Total Questions |
100 |
| Total Marks |
100 |
| Exam Duration |
02 Hours |
| Question Type |
Objective (MCQ) |
| Negative Marking |
0.25 Marks |
Subjects Included:
- History of India and Indian National Movement
- Geography of India and World
- Indian Economy
- Indian Constitution
- General Science
- Environment & Disaster Management
- Current Affairs
- Data Interpretation
- Excise Related Laws and Knowledge
- Computer Knowledge
- Uttar Pradesh General Knowledge
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of UPSSSC.
- Click on the Excise Constable Recruitment 2026 link.
- Login using your PET 2025 Registration Number.
- Verify your personal details.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review all details before final submission.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout of the final application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in UPSSSC Excise Constable Recruitment 2026?
Total of 722 vacancies have been announced.
Q2. Is UPSSSC PET 2025 mandatory?
Yes, candidates must be qualified in UPSSSC PET 2025.
Q3. What is the last date to apply online?
The last date to submit the application form is 24 June 2026.
Q4. What is the age limit for Excise Constable?
The age limit is 18 to 40 years as per the notification.
Q5. What is the selection process?
Selection includes PET score-based shortlisting, written examination, physical tests, document verification, and medical examination.