UPSSSC PET Cut-Off 2026: Check Expected & Category-wise Qualifying Marks

Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission Preliminary Eligibility Test 2026 ( UPSSSC PET )

Shikha Goyal
Updated on Jan 16, 2026 12:46 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

UPSSSC PET Cut off 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) will release the UPSSSC PET Cut off 2026 on the official website at upsssc.gov.in. The cut off will be announced along with the UPSSSC PET Result. Candidates need to visit the official website to download the cut off PDF. A direct link will also be provided here once it is announced. Those candidates who will secure equal or more marks to the UP PET cut off will be considered qualified for the exam. 

The UPSSSC releases category-wise UP PET cutoff marks in the form of a PDF. The UP PET Cut-off is calculated by considering the total number of applicants, the number of positions available, and the difficulty level of the question paper. Candidates can check the category-wise cutoff for the UPSSSC PET exam below.

 

Table of contents
  • UPSSSC PET Cutoff 2026
  • UPSSSC PET 2026 Exam Dates
  • UPSSSC PET Expected Cutoff 2026
  • How to Download UPSSSC PET Cut Off 2026?
  • Factors Affecting UP PET Cut Off 2026
  • Previous Years' UP PET Cut-Off
  • UPSSSC PET Cutoff FAQs 2026
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UPSSSC PET Cutoff 2026

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) will release the UPSSSC PET Cutoff 2026 on the official website- upsssc.gov.in. UPSSSC PET exam date has not been released by the commission. UP PET Cut-Off 2026 will be released in a PDF format along with the UPSSSC PET Result. UPSSSC PET exam is being conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Government as an Eligibility Test for the recruitment of Group B and C posts.

The UP PET cut off marks are the minimum scores that candidates need to achieve to qualify the exam. The cut off marks vary as per the category and can also differ based on the specific post for which the exam are conducted. Candidates need a UPSSSC PET certificate to apply for Group B and C vacancies. Without the certificate, candidate will not be able to apply.

Also Read:

UPSSSC PET Answer Key 

 

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Q:   Where will the UPSSSC PET 2026 result be declared?
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The UPSSSC PET 2026 result will be decalred on the official website at upsssc.gov.in. Candidates can check their scorecard by using their login credentials.

Q:   What is the expected cutoff marks for General Category in UPSSSC PET exam?
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The expected cut off marks for the General Category in the UPSSSC PET exam is between 60 to 65 marks. It will be released category-wise. Those candidates who will score equal to or more that cut off or qualifying marks will be able to apply for the Group C posts.

UPSSSC PET 2026 Exam Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of UPSSSC PET 2026 exam

DatesPast Exam Dates
05 Dec ' 25 - 06 Dec ' 25

UPSSSC PET 2025 Result Out

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UPSSSC PET Expected Cutoff 2026

UPSSSC will release the UPSSSC Cutoff on the official website. The UPSSSC PET cut-off marks will be released along with the result and the candidates have to score more than the minimum cut-off marks announced by the commission. Moreover, the expected cutoff marks for the UP PET 2026 Exam are provided below.

Category Expected Cut-Off Marks
General/UR 60-65 marks
OBC 58-63 marks
EWS 57-62 marks
SC 55-60 marks
ST 50-55 marks
Female of all Candidates 58-63 marks
Freedom Fighter Family 50-55 marks
PwD 45-50 marks

Also Read:

UPSSSC PET Admit Card

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Q:   What are the UPSSSC PET 2026 exam dates?
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The UPSSSC PET exam dates are not released yet. It will be released along with the notification PDF at upsssc.gov.in. The exam will be conducted in two shifts. The compete details about the exam will be mentioned in the notification. The duration of the exam will be two hours. 

 

Q:   Will the UPSSSC PET result be available in offline mode?
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No, the UPSSSC PET result will be released only in online mode. The authority only releases the result on the official website which can be accessed through the candidate's login. The UPSSSC PET exam was conducted on September 6 and 7, 2025.

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How to Download UPSSSC PET Cut Off 2026?

It is advised to the candidates to keep a copy of the cut off for reference for further stages of recruitment. Candidates can check below the download process of the UPSSSC PET Cutoff:
  • Visit at upsssc.gov.in
  • Click on “Notifications” section 
  • Submit it and it will redirect you to a new page
  • Search for 'Cut Off' link 
  • The cut-off marks PDF will be displayed 
  • Download it and check the cut-off scores as per your category and the post you have applied for.
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Q:   What are the other benefits enjoyed by the UPSSSC PET-qualified candidates?
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The UPSSSC PET qualified candidates in addition to the salary also receive other benefits including provident fund, gratuity, pension, health & life insurance and several leave benefits.

Q:   Will the UPSSSC PET result be available in offline mode?
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No, the UPSSSC PET result will be released only in online mode. The authority only releases the result on the official website which can be accessed through the candidate's login. The UPSSSC PET exam was conducted on September 6 and 7, 2025.

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Factors Affecting UP PET Cut Off 2026

The UP PET is conducted offline every year. Questions are asked in the form of MCQs. It consists of 100 Objective type questions, each carrying one mark. The duration of the exam is two hours. Also, one fourth mark is deducted for each wrong answer.  UPSSSC PET Cut-Off varies regularly because of many factors which are listed below:

  • The level difficulty of the examination
  • The number of applicants that appeared for the examination
  • The number of vacancies announced by UPSSSC for a particular post
  • The Category to which the candidate belongs
  • Normalisation Criteria

Also Read: UPSSSC PET Exam Date 

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Is Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) compulsory for all UPSSSC recruitment?
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Yes, the PET is compulsory and a mandatory (first) step for applying for the UPSSSC various posts. Candidates need to clear the PET to be eligible for the main examination.

Q:   What is the official website for UPSSSC PET 2026?
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The official website of the UPSSSC PET 2026 is upsssc.gov.in. The Commission conducts the Uttar Pradesh Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) exam every year. It is conducted as an eligibility test for the recruitment of Group B and C posts. After the successful registration, candidates will be able to appear in the UPSSSC PET Exam. 

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Previous Years' UP PET Cut-Off

In the last session, UPSSSC released the UP PET Category-wise Cut off on the official website. Candidates can check the UPSSSC PET Previous Years' Cut-off in the table below.

Category

Cut Off

UR

62.96

SC

61.8

ST

44.71

OBC

62.96

EWS

62.96

Read More: 

UPSSSC PET Notification 

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Q:   What are the subjects covered in the UPSSSC PET 2026 exam?
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The UPSSSC PET exam covers several subjects including;

  • Indian History & National Movement

  • Geography & Indian Economy

  • Indian Constitution & Public Administration

  • General Science & Elementary Arithmetic

  • General Hindi & General English

  • General Awareness & Current Affairs

  • Reasoning and Logic, etc.

Q:   Is Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) compulsory for all UPSSSC recruitment?
A: 

Yes, the PET is compulsory and a mandatory (first) step for applying for the UPSSSC various posts. Candidates need to clear the PET to be eligible for the main examination.

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UPSSSC PET Cutoff FAQs 2026

Candidates can check below the UPSSSC PET Cutoff FAQs.

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Q:   When will the UPSSSC PET 2026 admit card be released?
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The exam conducting authority will release the UPSSSC PET 2026 admit card few days before the exam date on the official portal at upsssc.gov.in. Candidates can download it via visiting the official website or a direct link is also provided here. 

Q:   Does the candidate require work experience to apply for UPSSSC PET 2026?
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No, work experience is not required to apply for the UPSSSC PET exam. It is open to freshers and also for those who want  government job opportunities in Uttar Pradesh district. The notification is expected soon and it will be released in the form of PDF.  

Q:   Will the shift timings for the UPSSSC PET exam be the same across all exam centers?
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Yes, the shift timings of the UPSSSC PET exam will be same in all the exam centres. Candidates should report on time. It is important to bring hall ticket by a candidate otherwise they will not be allowed to take the exam.

Q:   Mention the UPSSSC PET salary structure components?
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The UPSSSC PET salary structure components are basic pay, grade pay, dearness allowance, house rent allowance, travel allowance, and other allowances. 

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Answered a week ago

The UPSSSC PET is a screening exam conducted at a state level in Uttar Pradesh to shortlist the candidates for different Group B and C posts. It is a first state exam and then main exam will be conducted which is post-specific. The UP PET Cut off is a common eligibility exam, but different posts may

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Satyendra Garg

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a week ago

The UPSSSC PET Cut off will be released along with the result on the official portal at upsssc.gov.in. A direct link will also be provided on this page once it is released. 

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Shikha Goyal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 weeks ago

The UPSSSC PET 2026 Answer Key will be released after the few days of the conduction of an exam. First the authority will release the provisional answer key. The objection window will also be opened for a limited time period. After reviewing the representations by the subject experts, the final answ

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Gunjan Majumder

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 weeks ago

The UP PET exam is condcuted for two hours. That is the duration of the exam is two hours. Candidates can check below the marking scheme of the UPSSSC PET exam.

Total Marks Correct AnswerNegative Marking
100+ 1 Mark Per Question1/4th will be deducted per wrong answer

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Kritika Sharma

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 2 weeks ago

The UPSSSC PET Syllabus will be released on the official portal at upsssc.gov.in. It will be issued along with the notification. The duration of the exam is two hours. There is a negative marking in the examination.

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Jasleen Jain

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 weeks ago

No. The candidate will be able to apply for the UPSSSC PET exam online only. The authority will not accept the offline applications. In the notification pdf all the details related to the application form including documents required, etc. will be mentioned.

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Satyendra Garg

Contributor-Level 6

Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes. to apply online for the UPSSSC PET exam, candidate need to pay the application fee. It varies as per the category. Candidate can submit the pay online through debit/credit card, net banking or through the SBI e-challan.

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Shikha Goyal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 3 weeks ago

Candidates required to submit the UPSSSC PET application form online by visiting the official portal at upsssc.gov.in. A direct link will also be provided on this page once the online form link will be activated. 

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Virajita Shukla

Contributor-Level 6

Answered a month ago

No, the UPSSSC PET result will be released only in online mode. The authority only releases the result on the official website which can be accessed through the candidate's login. The UPSSSC PET exam was conducted on September 6 and 7, 2025.

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Shikha Goyal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

The expected cut off marks for the General Category in the UPSSSC PET exam is between 60 to 65 marks. It will be released category-wise. Those candidates who will score equal to or more that cut off or qualifying marks will be able to apply for the Group C posts.

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Virajita Shukla

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