UPSSSC Excise Constable (Aabkari Sipahi) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 722 Posts

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has officially released a recruitment notification for the post of Aabkari Sipahi (Excise Constable) under Advertisement Number 08-Exam/2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 722 vacant posts under the administrative control of the Office of the Excise Commissioner, Uttar Pradesh, Prayagraj. This is a golden opportunity for candidates across Uttar Pradesh who are looking for a stable government job in the police and excise sector. This recruitment is part of the two-tier examination system introduced by the Uttar Pradesh government, where candidates must have participated in the Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET-2025) and must hold a valid PET-2025 scorecard issued by UPSSSC. Only those candidates who meet the mandatory eligibility criteria and have a valid PET-2025 scorecard are eligible to submit an online application for this Main Examination. The shortlisting of candidates for the Aabkari Sipahi Main Examination will be done purely on the basis of their normalized scores in PET-2025. Candidates who scored zero or negative marks — either in absolute or normalized form — in PET-2025 will not be considered for shortlisting. For candidates whose results are marked as "Under Investigation" or "Provisional" by UPSSSC, provisional permission to apply has been granted, but their final shortlisting and selection will be subject to the outcome of the ongoing investigation. The selection process for Aabkari Sipahi Recruitment 2026 consists of a written examination (Main Exam) followed by a Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for shortlisted candidates. The written exam is the primary basis for final merit and selection. The written exam will consist of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions carrying 100 marks, to be completed in two hours. There is a negative marking of 25% (0.25 marks) for every wrong answer. The exam is divided into three parts. Part 1 covers General Studies including Indian History, Geography, Economic and Social Development, Indian Polity and Constitution, General Science, Environmental Ecology and Disaster Management, Current Affairs, Data Interpretation, and important legal provisions related to Excise in UP. Part 2 focuses on Computer and Information Technology concepts, including modern developments like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Cyber Security. Part 3 covers General Knowledge specifically related to the State of Uttar Pradesh — its history, culture, economy, polity, and recent achievements. After the written exam, shortlisted candidates will be called for Physical Measurement Test and Physical Efficiency Test, which are qualifying in nature. For male candidates, the minimum chest measurement is 80 cm (unexpanded) and 85 cm (expanded), with a minimum height of 167.6 cm. Female candidates must have a minimum weight of 45 kg and a minimum height of 152 cm (147 cm for SC/ST). The running test requires male candidates to complete 4.8 km in 25 minutes and female candidates to complete 2.4 km in 14 minutes. The mandatory educational qualification for this post is passing the Intermediate (12th standard) examination from the UP Board (Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad) or an equivalent recognized examination. Candidates must possess this qualification on or before the application closing date of 24 June 2026. Age eligibility is calculated as of 1st July of the advertisement year. Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on 1st July 2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved category candidates as per UP government norms. The application process is fully online through the official UPSSSC website (upsssc.gov.in). Candidates must log in using their PET-2025 registration number and complete the application in one sitting. The application fee is minimal, and payment can be made through credit/debit card, internet banking, UPI, or SBI e-challan. The last date for fee payment and form submission is 24 June 2026, with a correction window available until 1 July 2026. This Aabkari Sipahi Recruitment 2026 is a highly awaited opportunity for candidates who cleared PET-2025 and aspire to join the Uttar Pradesh Excise Department as a government employee with job security, a decent pay package, and long-term career prospects.