The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has officially released the detailed recruitment notification for the Samiksha Adhikari / Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari (RO/ARO) Examination 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 501 vacancies for the posts of Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) in various state government departments, including the UP Secretariat, UP Public Service Commission, and Board of Revenue. The online application process has officially commenced on 26 October 2026 on the official UPPSC portal (uppsc.up.nic.in). Eligible and interested candidates can submit their applications on or before 26 November 2026.
UPPSC RO ARO Recruitment 2026 Notification Guides
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| Important Form Dates | Application Fee Cost |
| Online Application Start Date : 26 October 2026 |
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| Online Application Last date : 26 November 2026 | |
| Last Date For Fee Payment : 26 November 2026 | |
| Application Form Correction Date : 03 December 2026 | |
| Admit Card Release : Before Examination | |
| Exam Start Date : Notify Soon | |
| Results Release : Notify Soon | |
| Candidates slould verify all recruitment details on the official UPPSC Website before applying |
Age Limit 2026 |
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UPPSC RO / ARO Vacancy Posts Details 2026
| Post Name | Department | Total Posts | ||
| Review Officer (RO) समीक्षा अधिकारी | UP Secretariat / Board of Revenue / UPPSC | Approx 334 | ||
| Assistant Review officer सहायक समीक्षा | UP Secretariat / Board of Revenue / UPPSC | Approx 167 | ||
| Total | 501 Posts | |||
Qualificaton & Eligibility Criteria UPPSC RO / ARO
To be eligible for UPPSC Samiksha Adhikari / Sahayak Samiksha Adhikari Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill the educational qualifications age limits prescribed by the commission.
1. For Review Officer (RO)
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University or Institution in India.
2. For Assistant Review officer (ARO)
- Bachelor’s Degree in any steam a recognized University.
- Computer Literacy: ‘O’ Level Certificate issued by NIELIT (formerly DOEACC) or an equivalent qualification.
- Hindi Typing: Minimum speed of 25 words per minute (WPM) in Hindi typing on computer.
UPPSC RO / ARO Exam Pattern 2026
Preliminary Examination
| Subject Name | Questions | Marks |
| General Studies | 140 | 140 |
| General Hindi | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
- Exam Duration 3 Hours
- Exam Type Objective (MCQ)
- Negative marking As per official notification
UPPSC RO ARO Syllabus 2026
1.General Studies
- Indian History and Freedom Movement
- Indian Polity and Economy
- Geography of India and Uttar Pradesh
- General Science
- Current Affairs
- Indian Agriculture and Culture
- Population, Ecology and Environment
- General Intelligence
2.General Hindi
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Grammar and Vocabulary
- Sentence Correction
- One-Word Substitution
- Indioms and Phrases
- Hindi Language Usage
Main Examination
The mains examination syllabus and paper-wise marks should be checked in the official notification. Preparation may include General Studies, Hindi and Essay, as prescribed for the relevant posts. Official website uppsc portal
Pay Scale & Salary Structure (7th Pay Commission)
Both Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) positions are prestigious gazetted/non-gazetted administrative posts under the Government of Uttar Pradesh.
| Salary Component | Review Officer (RO) | Assistant Review Officer (ARO) |
| Pay Level | Level 8 | Level 7 |
| Grade Pay | Rs.4,800 | Rs.4,200 |
| Pay Scale | Rs.47,600 – Rs.1,51,100 | Rs.44,900 – Rs.1,42,400 |
| Basic Pay | Rs.47,600 per month | Rs.44,900 per month |
| Estimated Gross Salary | Rs.72,000 – Rs.82,000 | Rs.65,000 – Rs.74,000 |
| Approx In-Hand Salary | Rs.64,000 – Rs.76,000 / month | Rs.58,000 – Rs.68,000 / month |
How to Apply for Online for UPPSC RO ARO 2026
Before filling out the UPPSC application form, candidates must complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process on the UPPSC portal.
- Visit the official uppsc.up.nic.in application website.
- Click on the OTR (One Time Registration) portal fill in basic details, upload photos / signatures and complete registration.
- On the homepage, locate All Notifications / Advertisements and find RO / ARO Recruitment 2026.
- Click Apply Online login using your OTR number and authenticate using OTR/Password.
- Fill Application Form pre-filled details will appear from OTR profile. Verify all academic & personal information.
- Upload Required Documents recent Passport – sized photograph, signature, and category certificates.
- Pay Application Fee proceed to the payment gateway and pay the category-wise application fee online.
- Final Submission Review all entries carefully before submitting print a hard copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
Selection Process
The UPPSC RO ARO selection procedure involves two major competitive stages followed by typing test and document verification.
- Preliminary Examination (Objective Type) Screening test to qualify for the mains exam.
- Mains Examination (Descriptive & Objective) Final merit list is prepared based on mains scores.
- Hindi Computer Typing Test Applicable for ARO posts only.
- Document Verification verification of original certificates.
| Active Service | Important Link |
| Online Apply Links | Click Online Apply |
| Check Official Notification | Official Notification Here |
| Check Sarkari Unit | Sarkari Unit |
| UPPSC Official Website | Click UPPSC Website |
Conclusion निष्कर्ष
The UPPSC RO ARO recruitment is one of the most sought-after state administrative examinations in Uttar Pradesh. With 501 vacant seats announced for 2026, aspirants should not wait until the last date (26 November 2026) to complete their OTR registration application. Start preparing your syllabus early to clear the competitive preliminary exam.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q1 : When was the UPPSC RO ARO Recruitment 2026 notification released ?
- Answer : The notification is dated 26 October 2026.
- Q2 : How many vacancies are available ?
- Answer : A total 501 vacancies have been reported under Advertisement No. A-4/E-1/2026.
- Q3 : What is the last date to apply online ?
- Answer : The reported last date for submitting the application and paying the examination fee is 26 November 2026.
- Q4 : What is the required educational qualification ?
- Answer : Candidates generally need a bachelor’s degree for RO / ARO posts. Additional computer, typing or other qualifications may be required for specific posts.
- Q5 : What is the age limit ?
- Answer : The reported age limit is 21 to 40 years, calculated as of 1 July 2026, subject to applicable relaxation rules.
- Q6 : Has the examination date been announced ?
- Answer : The preliminary examination date should be checked through official UPPSC updates. Candidates should not rely on an unconfirmed examination date.
- Q7 Where can candidates apply ?
- Answer : Candidates can visit the official UPSSC website portal.
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