UPSSSC PET 2026 Admit Card Out for 30 October and 1 November Exams
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UPSSSC has released PET 2026 admit cards in phases. Cards for the 30 October exam came out on 23 October and those for the 1 November exam on 25 October 2026, after the first exam day on 25 October.
At a glance
| Organisation | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
|---|---|
| Status | Released (phased) |
| Exam | UPSSSC PET 2026 |
| Mode | Offline, OMR based |
| Shifts | 10 am to 12 noon and 3 pm to 5 pm |
| Pattern | 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours, 0.25 negative marking |
Important dates
| Exam dates | 25 October, 30 October and 1 November 2026 |
|---|---|
| Admit card for 25 October | Released 17 October 2026 |
| Admit card for 30 October | Released 23 October 2026 |
| Admit card for 1 November | Released 25 October 2026 |
Details
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) is holding the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 on three days: 25 October, 30 October and 1 November 2026. PET is the screening test for UPSSSC Group C recruitment; most later Group C notifications shortlist candidates by their PET score.
Admit cards are being released by exam day. Cards for 25 October came out on 17 October, for 30 October on 23 October, and for 1 November on 25 October 2026. Log in on upsssc.gov.in with your registration number and date of birth to download yours.
The exam is offline (pen and paper, OMR sheet) in two shifts a day: 10 am to 12 noon and 3 pm to 5 pm. It has 100 objective questions for 100 marks in 2 hours, and 0.25 mark is deducted for each wrong answer. Carry a printed admit card and an original photo ID, and reach the centre well before the gate closes. Always check the official UPSSSC notice for your date and shift.
How to check or download
- Open upsssc.gov.in and find the PET 2026 admit card link.
- Log in with your registration number and date of birth.
- Download and print the admit card for your exam date.
- Check your shift, centre address and reporting time.
Frequently asked questions
When is UPSSSC PET 2026?
On 25 October, 30 October and 1 November 2026, in two shifts a day. Your admit card shows your date and shift.
Is there negative marking in PET 2026?
Yes, 0.25 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
What do I carry to the PET exam centre?
A printed admit card and an original photo ID whose details match your application.
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This post is a plain-language summary prepared by Pratiyogita Kosh from public information. We are not the conducting body. Please verify all dates, eligibility and fees on the official website before you apply.