UPPSC PCS 2025 — Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission
UPPSC PCS (Provincial Civil Services) recruits for SDM (Sub-Divisional Magistrate), DSP (Deputy Superintendent of Police), BDO, Treasury Officer, and other Grade A/B State services of Uttar Pradesh — the largest state by population.
UPPSC PCS Vacancy, Eligibility, and Apply Link
Use this section for recruitment information and the official application portal. Practice resources are kept separately below, so users can quickly choose whether they want to apply or prepare.
Opening Timeline
| Notification Expected | Mid 2025 |
| Prelims Exam | As per UPPSC schedule |
| Mains Exam | Several months after Prelims |
| Interview | Post Mains result |
Eligibility Criteria
Exam Pattern
| Prelims | Paper I: General Studies (150Q, 200 marks) + Paper II: CSAT (100Q, 200 marks, qualifying) |
| Mains | 8 papers — Hindi, Essay, GS I, GS II, GS III, GS IV, Optional Paper I, Optional Paper II | 1500 marks |
| Interview | 100 marks |
| Total (Mains + Interview) | 1600 marks |
Syllabus
General Studies I (Prelims)
- History of India & UP
- Indian National Movement
- Indian & World Geography with UP Geography
- Indian Polity, Constitution & Governance
- Indian Economy
- Science & Technology
- Current Events (National & International)
CSAT Paper II (Qualifying)
- Comprehension
- Communication Skills
- Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
- Decision Making
- Basic Numeracy
- Data Interpretation
Frequently Asked Questions — UPPSC PCS
What is the SDM salary in UP?+
An SDM (Sub-Divisional Magistrate) in Uttar Pradesh is typically a PCS officer at Grade A level with a basic pay of Rs. 56,100–67,700 (Level 10–11). With DA, TA, and other allowances, the gross monthly take-home is approximately Rs. 80,000–1,00,000. The post also comes with an official vehicle and government accommodation.