UPSSSC Junior Assistant Revised Answer Key 2026

The UPSSSC (Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission) Junior Assistant recruitment is a state-level competitive examination conducted to fill Junior Assistant positions in various government departments across Uttar Pradesh. The revised answer key for 2026 has been released, allowing candidates to verify their responses and raise objections if needed. Junior Assistants perform clerical, data entry, record maintenance, and administrative support functions in government offices. This is an entry-level Group C post under the Uttar Pradesh government service structure. Selected candidates will be posted across various districts and departments in Uttar Pradesh. The position offers job security, regular salary increments, and opportunities for career advancement within the state government framework.

Important Dates

Vacancy Breakdown (Typical / Indicative)

Note: Actual vacancy numbers will be specified in the official notification. The above figures are indicative based on typical UPSSSC Junior Assistant recruitments.

Educational Qualification

• Minimum Qualification: 10+2 (Intermediate) or equivalent from a recognized Board
• ITI Certificate: Industrial Training Institute (ITI) certificate in relevant trade may be preferred/required for certain positions
• Computer Knowledge: Basic computer proficiency including MS Office, data entry, and internet operations
• Language Proficiency: Hindi language knowledge is mandatory; English knowledge is desirable

Age Limit

Age as on: 01 July 2026 (Typical cut-off date)

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Preference may be given to domiciles of Uttar Pradesh for state quota positions

Application Process

1. Visit Official Website: Go to the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in
2. Registration: Click on 'New Registration' link and create an account using valid email ID and mobile number
3. Login: Use registration credentials to login to the candidate portal
4. Fill Application Form: Complete all sections including personal details, educational qualifications, address, category, and upload photograph and signature in prescribed format (JPG/JPEG, size limits as specified)
5. Document Upload: Upload scanned copies of educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and ITI certificate
6. Fee Payment: Pay application fee through online mode (Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI) or offline mode (e-Challan at designated banks)
7. Submit Application: Review all entered information carefully and submit the application form
8. Print Application: Take printout of the submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference
9. Note Registration Number: Save registration number and password for tracking application status and downloading admit card

Application Fees

Selection Process

1. Computer Based Test (CBT): Single-stage objective type examination conducted online to assess general knowledge, Hindi, mathematics, reasoning ability, and computer knowledge. This is the primary selection criterion with marks determining final merit.

1. Document Verification (DV): Candidates who qualify the CBT exam based on cut-off marks are called for document verification. Original certificates of educational qualification, age proof, caste certificate, domicile certificate, ITI certificate, and other relevant documents are verified.

1. Medical Examination: Shortlisted candidates undergo medical fitness examination to ensure they meet the physical and health standards required for the post.

1. Final Merit List: Final selection is based purely on CBT marks. Merit list is prepared category-wise, and candidates are allocated to various departments based on rank and preference.

1. Appointment Order: Selected candidates receive appointment letters and are required to join within the stipulated time period. They undergo initial training and probation period before confirmation.

Exam Pattern for UPSSSC Junior Assistant

Computer Based Test (Single Stage)

Negative Marking: 1/4 mark (0.25) will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with four options.

Medium of Exam: Bilingual (Hindi and English) except for Hindi language section.

Qualifying Marks: Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks (typically 35% for General/OBC/EWS, 30% for SC/ST categories) to be considered for document verification.

Detailed Syllabus

General Hindi

• संधि और संधि विच्छेद (Sandhi)
• उपसर्ग और प्रत्यय (Prefix and Suffix)
• पर्यायवाची, विलोम शब्द (Synonyms and Antonyms)
• अनेकार्थी शब्द (Words with multiple meanings)
• वाक्यांशों के लिए एक शब्द (One word substitution)
• लोकोक्तियाँ और मुहावरे (Idioms and Phrases)
• तत्सम, तद्भव, देशज और विदेशी शब्द (Word origins)
• वाक्य शुद्धिकरण (Sentence correction)
• क्रिया, संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण (Parts of speech)
• रस, छंद, अलंकार (Ras, Chhand, Alankar)

General Knowledge

• Indian History: Ancient, Medieval, and Modern India
• Indian National Movement and Freedom Struggle
• Indian Geography: Physical, Economic, and Social geography
• World Geography: Major physical features, countries, capitals
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Indian Economy: Five-Year Plans, Budget, Economic reforms
• General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology basics
• Current Affairs: National and International events
• Sports and Games: Major tournaments, awards
• Books and Authors
• Important Days and Dates
• Awards and Honours
• Uttar Pradesh Specific: History, Culture, Geography, Economy, Politics

General Intelligence & Reasoning

• Analogies and Similarities
• Differences and Classifications
• Series completion (Number, Alphabet, Figure)
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction and Distance
• Ranking and Arrangement
• Syllogism
• Venn Diagrams
• Data Interpretation
• Logical Reasoning
• Statement and Conclusions
• Statement and Assumptions
• Puzzles and Seating Arrangement

Elementary Arithmetic

• Number System and Simplification
• Percentage
• Profit and Loss
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Time and Work
• Time, Speed, and Distance
• Average
• Ratio and Proportion
• Mensuration (Area and Volume)
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs, Charts)
• Algebra basics
• Geometry basics

Computer Knowledge

• Computer Fundamentals and Evolution
• Hardware and Software basics
• Operating Systems (Windows, Linux basics)
• MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Internet and Email
• Computer Networks and Internet basics
• Computer Security and Viruses
• Database Management System basics
• Programming languages (basic awareness)
• Modern technologies: AI, Cloud Computing (awareness level)
• Digital India initiatives
• Typing speed and accuracy (may include practical test)

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative as per UP Government Pay Matrix)

Additional Benefits:

• Medical facilities for self and dependents
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Pension benefits under National Pension Scheme (NPS)
• General Provident Fund (GPF)
• Annual increments (3% of basic pay)
• Festival advances and other allowances as per UP government norms

Note: Exact salary depends on city of posting (X/Y/Z classification for HRA), DA rates change quarterly, and deductions include NPS, GPF, and income tax as applicable.

Junior Assistants in UPSSSC have structured career progression opportunities within the Uttar Pradesh government service. After gaining adequate experience (typically 5-8 years) and satisfactory performance, Junior Assistants can be promoted to Senior Assistant, then to Head Clerk, and subsequently to Superintendent positions through departmental promotion committees. Additionally, employees can appear for higher-level UPSSSC and UPPSC examinations while in service to accelerate career growth and move to administrative or specialized technical cadres.

The UPSSSC Junior Assistant admit card is typically released 7-10 days before the scheduled examination date on the official website upsssc.gov.in. Candidates must login using their registration number and password/date of birth to download the admit card. The admit card contains important details including examination date, time, venue, reporting time, candidate's photograph, and important instructions. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Driving License, or Passport) to the examination centre.

The UPSSSC Junior Assistant result is declared in multiple stages. The preliminary answer key is released first for candidate feedback, followed by the revised answer key after considering objections. The final result containing roll numbers of qualified candidates is published on the official website within 4-6 weeks after the examination. Candidates can check their result by entering registration details, and scorecards showing marks obtained in each section are made available for download. Category-wise merit lists and cut-off marks are also published along with the result.

UPSSSC Junior Assistant cut-off marks vary each year depending on exam difficulty, number of vacancies, and total candidates appearing. Typically, General category candidates need to score 50-60% (75-90 marks out of 150), OBC candidates around 45-55% (68-82 marks), and SC/ST candidates around 40-50% (60-75 marks) to qualify for document verification. Cut-offs tend to be higher for high-scoring regions and may vary slightly across different shifts if the exam is conducted in multiple sessions. Previous year trends suggest gradual increase in cut-off percentages due to rising competition.

Examination Centres

The UPSSSC Junior Assistant examination is conducted across multiple cities in Uttar Pradesh and select centers in neighboring states.

Uttar Pradesh (Primary Centres): Lucknow, Kanpur, Varanasi, Prayagraj (Allahabad), Agra, Meerut, Bareilly, Aligarh, Moradabad, Ghaziabad, Noida, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Mathura, Saharanpur, Firozabad, Muzaffarnagar, Rampur, Shahjahanpur, Farrukhabad, Unnao, Sitapur, Hardoi, Lakhimpur Kheri, Rae Bareli, Sultanpur, Azamgarh, Jaunpur, Ballia, Gonda, Faizabad (Ayodhya), Ambedkar Nagar, Mirzapur, Sonbhadra, Banda

Other States (Limited Centres): Delhi, Dehradun (Uttarakhand) - for candidates from bordering areas

Candidates can select their preferred exam city during application, subject to availability. Final allocation of examination centre and detailed address is mentioned on the admit card.