Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) Scaler Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 200 Group C Posts (Advt. No. 82/UKSSSC/2026)

The Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) has officially released its comprehensive employment notification (Advt. No. 82/UKSSSC/2026) for the direct recruitment of Scaler (Group ‘C’) posts under the Uttarakhand Forest Development Corporation.

This statewide recruitment drive aims to fill 200 vacancies. The online registration window is scheduled to open on 22nd September 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal up to 22nd October 2026.

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC)
Department Name	Uttarakhand Forest Development Corporation
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. 82/UKSSSC/2026
Post Designation	Scaler (Group ‘C’)
Total Openings	200 Vacancies
Job Location / Cadre	State of Uttarakhand
Application Mode	Online Only (via official UKSSSC web portal)
Notification Release Date	15th September 2026
Online Application Start Date	22nd September 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	22nd October 2026
Official Website Portal	www.sssc.uk.gov.in

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Notification Release Date	15th September 2026
Commencement of Online Application Form	22nd September 2026
Closing Date & Time for Online Applications	22nd October 2026
Application Form Correction Window	26th to 27th October 2026
Tentative Physical Standard & Efficiency Test Date	From 19th November 2026 onwards
Written Examination Date	To be notified later

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution Matrix

Category Name	Total Openings
Unreserved (General)	105
Other Backward Classes (OBC)	27
Scheduled Caste (SC)	39
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	08
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	21
Total Vacancies	200 Posts

• Horizontal Reservations: Includes provisions for Uttarakhand Women (60), Ex-Servicemen (10), Orphan Children (10), Skilled Sportspersons (08), State Movement Agitators (20), and PwD/Divyang candidates (08).

Salary Scale & Financial Benefits Matrix

• Post Name: Scaler (Group ‘C’)
• Pay Scale: ₹19,900 – ₹63,200/-
• Pay Level: Level-02 (7th CPC Scale)

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

1. Age Limit Parameters (As on 1st July 2026)

• Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
• Maximum Age Limit: 28 Years (Candidates must not have been born before 2nd July 1998 and after 1st July 2008).
• Upper Age Relaxations:
  • Uttarakhand SC / ST / OBC: 5 Years
  • Uttarakhand Divyang Candidates: 10 Years
  • Dependents of Freedom Fighters: 5 Years
  • Ex-Servicemen: Service period deducted subject to maximum rules.

2. Educational Qualifications

• Must have passed Class 12th (Intermediate) or equivalent examination with Science or Mathematics as a subject from a recognized Board or Institution in India.
• Preference Criteria: Preference is granted to candidates possessing a Territorial Army certificate (minimum 2 years service) or NCC ‘B’/’C’ certificates.

Physical Standard & Efficiency Tests (PMT/PET)

1. Physical Measurement Test (PMT)

• Height Standards:
  • Male Candidates: 163 cm
  • Female Candidates: 150 cm
  • (Relaxed height of 152 cm for males and 145 cm for females applicable to ST/Gorkha/Nepali/Hilly region candidates).
• Chest Standards (Male Candidates Only): Minimum 78.8 cm unexpanded, with at least 5 cm expansion (Minimum expanded chest: 83.8 cm).

2. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

• Endurance Run:
  • Male: 25 km run within a maximum time limit of 4 hours.
  • Female: 14 km run within a maximum time limit of 4 hours.
• Shot Put (7.275 kg for Male / 4 kg for Female): Minimum 5.00 meters (Male) / 3.50 meters (Female).
• Long Jump: Minimum 4.00 meters (Male) / 2.00 meters (Female).
• High Jump: Minimum 1.10 meters (Male) / 0.70 meters (Female).

Selection Process Structure

1. Stage 1 – Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET): Mandatory qualifying outdoor evaluation starting from 19th November 2026. Candidates must clear all tracking and event thresholds.
2. Stage 2 – Written Competitive Examination: Objective-type offline OMR-based test carrying 100 marks for a duration of 2 hours. Includes negative marking of 1/4th marks for every incorrect answer.
   • Minimum Qualifying Marks: 45% for General/OBC/EWS and 35% for SC/ST.
3. Stage 3 – Document Verification: Final merit generation and clearance based strictly on written examination marks and verification of original certificates.

Application Fee Structure

• General / Uttarakhand OBC: ₹300/-
• Uttarakhand SC / ST / EWS / Divyang: ₹150/-
• Orphan Candidates: Free (Nil)
• Payment Mode: Online channels using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Navigate to the official UKSSSC website at www.sssc.uk.gov.in.
2. One-Time Registration (OTR): Register your profile using a valid Aadhaar number, active mobile number, and email ID.
3. Access Recruitment Link: Click on the active link for “Scaler (Group C) Recruitment under Forest Development Corporation (Advt. No. 82/2026)”.
4. Fill Application Details: Input personal, educational, and reservation information accurately into the digital application layout.
5. Upload Scanned Documents: Upload clear digital passport photographs, signatures, and left thumb impressions adhering to prescribed pixel size specifications.
6. Pay Application Fee: Remit the non-refundable examination fee through available online digital gateways.
7. Final Submission & Printout: Submit the completed form before 22nd October 2026 and save a printed copy for future reference.

🔗 UKSSSC Official Website Portal

📄 Download UKSSSC Scaler Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF

🔗 Direct Link to Apply Online via UKSSSC Portal

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for UKSSSC Scaler Recruitment 2026?

A: The online application portal closes strictly on 22nd October 2026.

Q2: How many total vacancies are announced under Advt. No. 82/2026?

A: A total of 200 vacancies have been notified for the Scaler post.

Q3: When does the online application process start?

A: The online application submission commences on 22nd September 2026.

Q4: What is the educational qualification required for the UKSSSC Scaler post?

A: Candidates must have passed Class 12th (Intermediate) or equivalent with Science or Mathematics.

Q5: When are the physical tests scheduled to begin?

A: The Physical Standard Test and Physical Efficiency Test are tentatively scheduled to start from 19th November 2026.