UPPSC RO ARO Vacancy 2026 - Notification PDF Out for 501 Posts
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Last Updated: 26 October 2026
Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) is conducting the recruitment exam to select eligible candidates for Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) posts. Through the exam, a total of 501 vacancies will be filled for RO and ARO posts. The online application process for the UPPSC RO ARO Exam has started on 26 October 2026 at https://uppsc.up.nic.in/. Candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university and aged between 21 and 40 years are eligible to apply for the vacancies released.
Candidates planning to appear for the UPPSC RO ARO Exam 2026 should review the eligibility requirements, examination pattern, syllabus, and selection process before beginning their preparation.
UPPSC RO ARO Notification 2026 Out
The official notification (Advt No. A-4/E-1/2026) has been officially released on the official website https://uppsc.up.nic.in/, announcing vacancies, registration dates, and age limit details. UPPSC RO ARO notification includes important details about the recruitment, including the number of vacancies, post-wise eligibility criteria, application fee, examination scheme, and instructions for candidates.
UPPSC RO ARO Notification 2026 PDF - Click to Download
UPPSC RO ARO Recruitment 2026- Overview
Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has started the recruitment process for Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) posts with the release of the official notification. Interested candidates can have a look at the overview table below.
| UPPSC RO ARO Exam 2026 Details | |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
| Examination Name | UPPSC RO ARO Examination 2026 |
| Posts | Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) |
| Advertisement Number | A-4/E-1/2026 |
| Expected Vacancies | 501 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | 26 October to 26 November 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor's degree |
| Age Limit | 21 to 40 years |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Examination Mains Examination Skill / Typing Test |
| Salary | RO- Rs. 47,600 to Rs. 1,51,100 ARO- Rs. 44,900– Rs. 1,42,400 |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | https://uppsc.up.nic.in/ |
Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
| Detailed Notification | 26 October 2026 |
| UPPSC RO ARO Apply Online Starts | 26 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 26 November 2026 |
| Application Correction Window & Fee Reconciliation | 3 December 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified |
UPPSC RO ARO Vacancy 2026
The number of vacancies for the upcoming UPPSC RO ARO recruitment has been officially announced by Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC). This year, 501 vacancies have been announced, and same are tabulated below in the table.
| Name of the Post | Name of Department | Toal | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS |
| Samiksha Adhikari | U.P. Secretariat | 122 | 39 | 56 | 03 | 12 | 12 |
| Samiksha Adhikari | U.P. Public Service Commission | 03 | 02 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Samiksha Adhikari | Board of Revenue, U.P. | 06 | 04 | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Samiksha Adhikari (Account) | U.P. Secretariat | 31 | 11 | 09 | 01 | 09 | 01 |
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari | U.P. Secretariat | 261 | 153 | 26 | 01 | 55 | 26 |
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari | U.P. Public Service Commission | 21 | 11 | 02 | 00 | 07 | 01 |
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari | Board of Revenue, U.P. | 02 | 02 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari | Office of Advocate General, U.P. | 45 | 20 | 09 | 01 | 11 | 04 |
| Manager | U.P. Public Service Commission | 01 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Care-Taker | U.P. Public Service Commission | 01 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Receptionist (Swagati) | U.P. Public Service Commission | 01 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| Store Keeper | U.P. Public Service Commission | 01 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
UPPSC RO ARO Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification, age limit and other conditions specified by UPPSC for the relevant post.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Department | Essential qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari | Secretariat /Board of Revenue U.P./ UPSC | 1) Bachelor's degree from a University established by law in India or a qualification recognized by the Government as equivalent thereto. (2)"O" Level certificate awarded by the DOEACC Society or a qualification equivalent thereto. (3) Must possess a minimum speed of twenty five words per minute in Hindi typewriting. |
| Samiksha Adhikari (Account) | U.P. Secretariat | (1) Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with Accountancy from a university established by law in India, or a qualification the Government recognises as equivalent. (2) ‘O’ Level certificate in Computer Application from a Government-recognised institute. (3) Knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script. |
| Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (Account) | U.P. Secretariat | Same as post 1 |
| Receptionist (Swagati) | U.P. Public Service Commission | (a) Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognised university, with History, Geography, English Literature, Anthropology or Architecture as one of the subjects at degree level. (b) Good knowledge of Hindi. |
| Caretaker | U.P. Public Service Commission | Bachelor’s degree from a university established by law in India, or a qualification the Government recognises as equivalent. |
| Manager | U.P. Public Service Commission | Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. |
| Store Keeper | U.P. Public Service Commission | Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. |
Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026)
The candidates must fall in the age group of 21 to 40 years to be eligible to apply for UP RO ARO Recruitment.
| Age criterion | Details |
| Minimum age | 21 years |
| Maximum age | 55 years |
UPPSC RO ARO Apply Online 2026
The online application process for the UPPSC Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) Exam 2026 has started on 26 October 2026, through the official UPPSC Website. The link to submit the online application will remain active till 26 November 2026. Candidates are advised to fill the application form carefully; providing incorrect information leads to rejection of the online form.
UPPSC RO ARO Apply Online Form 2026- Click to Check
UPPSC RO ARO Application Fee
The UPPSC RO ARO application fee varies by candidate category, including base exam charges and online processing fees. You can pay the fee online through the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission Official Portal during the application window.
- General / OBC / EWS: Rs. 125 (Rs. 100 exam fee + Rs. 25 online processing fee)
- SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen: Rs. 65 (Rs. 40 exam fee + Rs. 25 online processing fee)
- PwD (Persons with Disabilities): Rs. 25 (Rs. 25 online processing fee)
How to Apply for UPPSC Review Officer and Assistant Review Officer Recruitment?
- Visit the UPPSC Website or the OTR portal at otr.pariksha.nic.in to complete your One-Time Registration (OTR) if you have not done so yet.
- Log in with your OTR credentials to access the RO/ARO 2026 application link.
- Fill in your personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload scanned photographs, signatures, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the final form.
- Print and save a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.
UPPSC Review Officer and Assistant Review Officer Selection Process
The selection process for the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) exam consists of three main stages, with no interview.
- Prelims (Objective)
- Mains (Written)
- Typing / Skill Test (Qualifying in Nature)
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The examination pattern for both prelims and mains exam has been discussed below.
UPPSC RO ARO Prelims Exam Pattern
The prelims exam includes 2 papers (General Studies and General Hindi) for a total of 200 questions.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Paper 1 | General Studies | 140 | 140 | 2 hours |
| Paper 2 | General Hindi | 60 | 60 | 1 hour |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 3 hours | |
UPPSC RO ARO Mains Exam Pattern
The main exam will be based on three papers. The questions in the mains exam will be asked from General Studies, General Hindi, Drafting and Hindi Essay. The latest exam pattern is mentioned below.
| Paper | Subjects | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| Paper 1 | General Studies | 120 | 120 | 120 minutes |
| Paper 2 | General Hindi and Drafting | |||
| Conventional | 100 | 100 | 150 minutes | |
| General Vocabulary | 60 | 60 | 30 minutes | |
| Paper 3 | Hindi Essay | 03 | 120 | 180 minutes |
Hindi Typing or Skill Test
Hindi typing proficiency has been an important requirement for relevant Assistant Review Officer positions in previous recruitment cycles. A minimum typing speed of 25 words per minute has been prescribed under earlier rules for applicable posts.
UPPSC RO ARO Syllabus (Prelims & Mains)- Click to Check
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UPPSC RO ARO Salary 2026
The salary for Review Officer and Assistant Review Officer posts depends on the post, department, pay level and applicable government rules.
| Post | Pay-scale |
| Review Officer (RO) | Pay Level 8; Rs. 47,600– Rs. 1,51,100 |
| Assistant Review Officer (ARO) | Pay Level 7; Rs. 44,900– Rs. 1,42,400 |
How to Prepare for UPPSC RO ARO 2026
Candidates can begin preparation using the previous syllabus while waiting for the official notification. A structured approach will help cover the major subjects without assuming that the examination pattern will remain unchanged.
- Build a General Studies foundation: Revise history, geography, polity, economics and general science.
- Study Uttar Pradesh-specific topics: Cover state geography, history, culture, administration and current affairs.
- Practise General Hindi: Focus on grammar, vocabulary, sentence correction and comprehension.
- Develop typing accuracy: Candidates targeting posts requiring Hindi typing should practise regularly and track both speed and accuracy.
- Attempt previous-year papers: Use previous papers to understand question styles and identify weak topics.
- Take mock tests: Practise under timed conditions and analyse mistakes after every test.
- Follow official updates: Check the UPPSC website for the notification, revised syllabus, examination dates and application instructions.
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