UPSSSC has opened applications for Lekhpal Recruitment 2026 to fill 7,994 posts. After objections over OBC reservation, the commission issued a revised category-wise vacancy list following CM Yogi Adityanath’s directions. OBC, SC and ST posts have increased, while general category vacancies have reduced. Applications are open till January 28, 2026.
UPSSSC Lekhpal Recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSC) began accepting applications for UPSSSC Lekhpal Recruitment 2026. Candidates who wish to submit the form for this recruitment can apply on the official website of UPSSSC at upsssc.gov.in.
The recruitment drive aims to fill 7,994 Lekhpal positions, with fewer posts earmarked for Other Backwards Classes. This sparked criticism from backward class groups and political figures, who claimed that the 27% OBC reservation regulation was not observed, which is why the commission has released an updated category-wise vacancy list.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath assessed the situation and urged the commission to appropriately apply reservation norms. Following these directions, UPSSSC produced and issued an updated vacancy list.
UPSSSC Lekhpal Recruitment 2026: Revised vacancy list
The revised vacancy list shows that OBC openings have grown from 1,441 to 2,158. The number of Scheduled Caste posts has also increased from 1,426 to 1,679, while Scheduled Tribe posts have climbed from 10 to 160.
The number of postings for the Economically Weaker Sections stays at 792. Because of the increase in reserved category postings, general category vacancies have decreased by 905 and now stand at 3,205.
Direct link to read the official notice here
Note: Those chosen will get a monthly salary of Rs 21,700 to Rs 69,100, plus government allowances.
UPSSSC Lekhpal Recruitment 2026: Important dates
1. Start of online application and fee payment process: December 29, 2025
2. Last date for online application submission and fee payment: January 28, 2026
3. Final date for fee adjustment and correction in the application form: February 4, 2026
UPSSSC Lekhpal Recruitment 2026: Application fees
The application cost is Rs 25 for all categories, including general, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, and PWD.
UPSSSC Lekhpal Recruitment 2026: Selection process
The selection process consists of PET scores, a written exam, document verification, and a medical test.
UPSSSC Lekhpal Recruitment 2026: Eligibility criteria
Applicants must be 18 to 40 years old as of July 1, 2025. Aspirants should also have completed Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised institution and have taken the UPSSSC PET 2025.
