UPSSSC UP Pollution Control Board Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 115 Various Posts – JE, Scientific Asst, Accountant & Others

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the recruitment notification for 115 Group ‘C’ vacancies under the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB). Under Advertisement No. 02-Exam/2026, the commission is seeking qualified professionals for technical and administrative roles including Junior Engineer, Scientific Assistant, and Law Assistant.

This recruitment is a golden opportunity for candidates with a background in Environmental Science, Engineering, Law, and Commerce to secure a stable government position in the environmental sector of Uttar Pradesh. Only candidates who appeared in the UPSSSC PET 2025 and possess a valid scorecard are eligible to apply.

UPSSSC UPCB Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

The application window is brief. Candidates are encouraged to complete their registration early to avoid technical delays on the official portal.

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	March 11, 2026
Online Application Starts	April 2, 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	April 22, 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	April 22, 2026
Application Correction Window	Until April 29, 2026
Exam Date	To be notified later

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Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution

The 115 vacancies are spread across various specialized cadres. Notably, there are “Special Selection” posts designated for specific category backlogs.

Post Name	General	OBC	SC	ST	EWS	Total
Monitoring Assistant	15	09	07	01	03	35
Junior Engineer (Civil/Env)	12	08	06	00	03	29
Accountant / Auditor	09	06	04	01	02	22
Scientific Assistant	04	03	02	00	01	10
JE (Special Selection)	—	—	08	—	—	08
Scientific Asst (Special)	—	—	05	—	—	05
Law Assistant	02	01	01	00	00	04
Laboratory Assistant	01	00	01	00	00	02
Total Vacancies						115

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Eligibility Criteria: Education & Experience

Each post under the UP Pollution Control Board requires specific technical expertise. Below are the mandatory qualifications:

1. Junior Engineer (JE)

• Education: 3-Year Diploma in Civil, Chemical, Environmental, or Public Health Engineering from a recognized institute.
• Mandatory: Valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Score.

2. Scientific Assistant

• Education: Postgraduate (M.Sc.) degree in Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Environmental Science.
• Mandatory: Valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Score.

3. Accountant / Auditor

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B.Com) with Accountancy as a core subject.
• Experience: Minimum 01 year of accounting experience in a Government or Semi-Government organization.

4. Law Assistant

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB).
• Experience: Minimum 03 years of experience as an Advocate or legal professional.

5. Monitoring & Laboratory Assistant

• Education: Intermediate (10+2) with Science from the U.P. Board or equivalent.
• Mandatory: Valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Score.

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Age Limit (As of July 1, 2026)

• Minimum Age: 21 Years.
• Maximum Age: 40 Years.
• Age Relaxation: * SC/ST/OBC: 5 Years.
  • PwBD: Up to 15 Years.
  • Ex-Servicemen: As per State Government rules.

Salary & Pay Scale (7th CPC)

Employees of the UPPCB are entitled to standard UP State Government pay levels along with various allowances.

Post Level	Pay Scale	Approx. In-Hand Salary
Level-6 (JE/Scientific Asst)	₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400	₹52,000 – ₹58,000
Level-5 (Accountant/Law Asst)	₹29,200 – ₹92,300	₹45,000 – ₹50,000
Level-2 (Lab/Monitoring Asst)	₹19,900 – ₹63,200	₹28,000 – ₹32,000

Allowances include DA (Dearness Allowance), HRA (House Rent Allowance), and medical benefits.

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Selection Process: How to Secure the Job

The selection is a rigorous process designed to filter the best technical talent for Uttar Pradesh’s environmental protection.

1. Shortlisting (PET 2025): Candidates will be shortlisted for the Mains exam based on their normalized PET 2025 score. Usually, 15 to 30 times the number of vacancies are called for the next round.
2. Main Written Examination: A subject-specific descriptive/objective exam focused on the technical requirements of the post.
3. Document Verification (DV): Verification of original academic, experience, and category certificates.

Exam Pattern Overview

• Duration: 120 Minutes (2 Hours).
• Mode: Offline (OMR Based).
• Subjects:
  • Part 1: Technical/Subject Knowledge (65 Marks)
  • Part 2: Computer & Information Technology (15 Marks)
  • Part 3: General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh (20 Marks)
• Negative Marking: 0.25 (1/4th) mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.

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How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

1. Visit Portal: Go to https://upsssc.gov.in/
2. Login: Use your PET 2025 Registration Number and authenticate via OTP sent to your registered mobile/email.
3. Personal Details: Your details from the PET database will be pre-filled. Verify them.
4. Post Selection: Select the post(s) you are applying for and enter additional educational/experience details.
5. Fee Payment: Pay the nominal application fee of ₹25 (for all categories) using Net Banking, Card, or UPI.
6. Final Print: Submit and download the final application PDF.

Important Links for UPCB Recruitment 2026

Resource	Link
Official Notification PDF	Download Advt 02/2026
Apply Online Link	Click Here to Apply
Official Website	https://upsssc.gov.in/

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Can candidates without PET 2025 apply?

A: No. A valid PET 2025 scorecard is the primary eligibility criterion. Even if you have the required degree/experience, you cannot apply without PET qualification.

Q2: Is the experience certificate mandatory for all posts?

A: No. Experience is mandatory for Law Assistant (3 years) and Accountant (1 year). For JE, Scientific Assistant, and Monitoring Assistant, only the educational degree/diploma is required.

Q3: Can I apply for multiple posts?

A: Yes, if you meet the eligibility for multiple posts (e.g., both Monitoring Assistant and JE), you can apply for both, provided the exam schedules do not overlap.

Q4: What is the “Special Selection” category?

A: Special Selection posts are those reserved exclusively for candidates belonging to SC, ST, or OBC categories to fill backlog vacancies that remained unfilled in previous recruitment cycles.

Q5: What is the cutoff for PET 2025 shortlisting?

A: Since the number of vacancies is small (115), the PET cutoff is expected to be relatively high. Candidates in the 90+ percentile have a strong chance of being shortlisted for the Mains.