UPSSSC ASO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online Link Activated for 929 Assistant Statistical Officer / Assistant Research Officer Posts get sarkariresult
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the official Assistant Statistical Officer / Assistant Research Officer ( Statistics) Notification 2026 on 20 March 2026 at upsssc.gov.in. A total of 929 vacancies have been announced under the UPSSSC ASO/ARO Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates aged between 21 to 40 years with a qualification of Post-Graduate degree in Mathematics / Statistics / Economics / Commerce along with ‘O’ Level Computer Diploma and knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script can apply online from 21 April 2026 to 11 May 2026. The official notification PDF and online application link are available below.
UPSSSC ASO/ARO Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
UPSSSC has officially released the advertisement for UPSSSC ASO/ARO Main Examination (PRA0A0P0-2025)/06 under Advertisement No. 05-परीक्षा/2026 dated 20-03-2026, inviting online applications from eligible PET-2025 qualified candidates for selection to 929 posts under direct recruitment through the Apprentices Act. The notification contains complete details regarding eligibility conditions, vacancy distribution across 19 departments, exam pattern, selection process, pay scale, reservation details, and important instructions. Candidates are strongly advised to download and read the official notification thoroughly before filling out and submitting their online application. Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and have been issued a score card by the Commission are eligible. All further updates will be published on the official UPSSSC website upsssc.gov.in.
UPSSSC ASO/ARO Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organisation Name | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow |
| Advertisement No. | 05-परीक्षा/2026 dated 20-03-2026 |
| Post Name | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari / Sahayak Shodh Adhikari (Sankhyiki) [Assistant Statistical Officer / Assistant Research Officer (Statistics)] |
| Total Vacancies | 929 Posts |
| Qualification | Post-Graduate degree in Mathematics / Mathematical Statistics / Commerce / Economics / Statistics from a recognised Indian university + Computer Diploma |
| Age Limit | 21 to 40 years (as on 1st July of the advertisement year) |
| Pay Scale | Level-6: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400/month (most posts) |
| Category | Direct Recruitment – Permanent State Government Job |
| Application Mode | Online Only at upsssc.gov.in |
| Online Application Start Date | 21 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 May 2026 (till midnight) |
| Main Written Examination Date | To be notified |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC ASO/ARO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release Date | 20 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 21 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application & Fee | 11 May 2026 (till midnight) |
| Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Application Amendment | 18 May 2026 |
| Main Written Examination Date | To be notified |
UPSSSC ASO/ARO Vacancy 2026
A total of 929 posts have been announced for UPSSSC ASO/ARO Recruitment 2026, distributed across 19 departments of the Uttar Pradesh Government. The reservation breakup is: 344 General (UR), 211 SC, 12 ST, 300 OBC, and 62 EWS. Final selection will be made in order of merit based on PET-2025 normalized score and Main Written Examination marks up to the number of vacancies available. The Commission reserves the right to alter the number of vacancies without prior notice.
| Department | Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Arth Evam Sankhya Vibhag, UP | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 267 |
| Arth Evam Sankhya Vibhag, UP | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Special Recruitment) | 234 |
| Rajya Kar Aayukt Karyalay | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 75 |
| Karyalay Pradhan Mukhya Van Sanrakshak Evam Vibhagadhyaksha, UP | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 54 |
| Karyalay Pradhan Mukhya Van Sanrakshak (Special Recruitment) | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 14 |
| Prashikshan Evam Sewayojan Nideshalaya, UP | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 40 |
| Rajya Niyojan Sansthan (Naveen Prabhaag), UP | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 36 |
| Rajya Niyojan Sansthan (Special Recruitment) | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 04 |
| Karyalay Aayukt Evam Nibandhak Sahkarita, UP, Lucknow | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 12 |
| Karyalay Aayukt Evam Nibandhak Sahkarita (Special Recruitment) | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 05 |
| Anusuchit Jati Evam Anusuchit Janjaati, Shodh Evam Prashikshan Sansthan, UP | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 10 |
| Pashupalan Nideshalaya | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 60 |
| Pashupalan Nideshalaya (Special Recruitment) | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 12 |
| Ganna Adhishthan Evam Cheeni Adhishthan | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 38 |
| Chikitsa Evam Swasthya Seva Nideshalaya, UP | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 44 |
| Sinchai Evam Jal Sansadhan Nideshalaya | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 10 |
| Sinchai Evam Jal Sansadhan Nideshalaya (Special Recruitment) | Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari (Assistant Statistical Officer) | 01 |
| Vittiya Yojana Aur Sansadhan Nideshalaya | Sahayak Shodh Adhikari (Sankhyiki) Assistant Research Officer | 12 |
| Vittiya Yojana Aur Sansadhan Nideshalaya (Special Recruitment) | Sahayak Shodh Adhikari (Sankhyiki) Assistant Research Officer | 01 |
| Grand Total | 929 | |
UPSSSC ASO/ARO Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Eligibility Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian Citizens with domicile in Uttar Pradesh (for reservation benefits) |
| PET Qualification | Must have qualified PET-2025 and been issued a score card by the Commission. Candidates with zero, negative, or absent marks in PET-2025 are not eligible. |
| Age Limit | Minimum 21 years and Maximum 40 years (as on 1st July of the advertisement year) |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST/OBC (UP domicile): As per UP Government rules; State Govt. Employees: 5 additional years; Ex-Servicemen: As per UP Reservation Act 1993 |
| Qualification | Post-Graduate degree or equivalent from a recognised Indian university in Mathematical Statistics / Commerce / Economics / Statistics (Refer Annexure-1 for full list of 51 accepted PG qualifications) |
| Computer Qualification | ‘O’ Level Diploma from DOEACC/NIELIT Society OR minimum one-year Diploma in Computer Science from a recognised university/institution |
| Language | Knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script |
| Preferential Qualification | Minimum 2 years service in Pradeshik Sena OR ‘B’ Certificate of NCC |
Note: Candidates who are not domiciled in Uttar Pradesh will NOT be eligible for any reservation benefit and will be treated as General/Unreserved category candidates.
UPSSSC ASO/ARO Application Fee 2026
Candidates are required to pay an application/processing fee for UPSSSC ASO/ARO Recruitment 2026. Payment can be made only via Credit Card / Debit Card / Internet Banking / UPI or SBI e-Challan. Payment through any other mode is not valid. Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances, nor can it be held in reserve for any other examination. Candidates are advised to retain proof of payment for future reference.
| Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / SC / ST (All Categories) | ₹00 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
UPSSSC ASO/ARO Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Posts under UPSSSC ASO/ARO Recruitment 2026 are permanent state government positions carrying an attractive pay scale as per the UP Government pay matrix. Most posts carry Level-6 pay, making this one of the most sought-after government job opportunities for Statistics/Mathematics postgraduates in Uttar Pradesh. In addition to basic pay, selected candidates are entitled to other allowances as per state government rules.
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Statistical Officer / Assistant Research Officer (Statistics) – Most Posts | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 per month |
| Assistant Statistical Officer – Some Posts | Level-6 (Old Scale) | ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 per month |
UPSSSC ASO/ARO Selection Process 2026
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 – Shortlisting via PET-2025 | Shortlisting based on PET-2025 normalized score. 15 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) will be shortlisted for the Main Exam. Candidates with zero, negative, or absent marks will not be shortlisted. |
| Stage 2 – Main Written Examination | 100 objective/MCQ questions, 100 marks, 2 hours duration. Negative marking: 25% (¼ mark deducted per wrong answer). |
| Stage 3 – Document Verification | Verification of original documents for candidates shortlisted on the basis of Main Exam merit. No TA/DA provided. |
Examination Pattern – Main Written Examination
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | Statistics | 10 | 10 |
| Collection & Presentation of Data | 10 | 10 | |
| Measures of Central Tendency & Dispersion | 10 | 10 | |
| Index Numbers, Rates & Ratios | 05 | 05 | |
| Correlation & Regression | 05 | 05 | |
| Fundamentals of Mathematics | 05 | 05 | |
| Permutations, Combinations & Probability Theory | 05 | 05 | |
| Statistical Measures of Indian Economy | 10 | 10 | |
| Indian Statistical System | 05 | 05 | |
| Part-2 | Computer & IT Concepts, Contemporary Tech Development & Innovation | 15 | 15 |
| Part-3 | General Information related to State of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
How to Apply for UPSSSC ASO/ARO Recruitment 2026
Candidates are required to apply online only via the official UPSSSC website upsssc.gov.in. No other mode of application is permitted. Applications can be submitted from 21 April 2026 to 11 May 2026 (till midnight), after which the link will be disabled. Candidates must log in using their PET-2025 Registration Number and OTP sent to their registered mobile/email. Photo and signature will be auto-populated from PET-2025 registration and cannot be changed. Only one application per advertisement is allowed. Candidates are advised to apply well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues and must retain a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
- Visit the official website upsssc.gov.in → Homepage → Live Advertisement Segment → Advertisement No. 05-परीक्षा/2026
- Login using PET-2025 Registration Number and OTP sent to registered mobile/email
- Select posts/departments and fill in all mandatory details
- Verify auto-populated photo and signature (cannot be changed)
- Fill department preference, domicile/reservation information, and complete the Declaration section
- Pay the application fee of ₹25 through the prescribed online mode before 11 May 2026
- Submit the application and retain a printed copy for future reference
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates applying for UPSSSC ASO/ARO Recruitment 2026 must carefully read all instructions in the official notification before submitting their application. Only candidates who qualified PET-2025 and have been issued a score card are eligible. EWS certificate must be issued between 01-04-2026 and 11-05-2026, based on FY 2025-26 income, valid for FY 2026-27. OBC (non-creamy layer) certificate issued on or after 01-04-2025 only will be accepted. For female candidates of UP, only caste certificate issued from the father’s side will be accepted. Birth date as per High School (Class 10) certificate is the only accepted proof of date of birth. UPSSSC does not communicate with candidates individually – check upsssc.gov.in regularly for all updates.
- Only PET-2025 qualified candidates with a valid score card are eligible to apply.
- Candidates not domiciled in UP will not receive any reservation benefits.
- Only one application to be submitted per advertisement.
- EWS certificate must be issued between 01-04-2026 and 11-05-2026 (FY 2025-26 income, valid for FY 2026-27).
- OBC (non-creamy layer) certificate must be issued on or after 01-04-2025.
- Birth date as per Class 10 (High School) certificate is the only accepted proof of DOB.
- Exam centre, date, and time will be communicated through Admit Card only; no changes will be entertained.
- Application amendments allowed only up to 18 May 2026; no changes after that date.
- No TA/DA will be provided for document verification.
- Negative marking applies: ¼ mark deducted per wrong answer in the Main Examination.
UPSSSC ASO/ARO Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
- Join Telegram Channel: Click Here
- Join WhatsApp Channel: Click Here
- Sarkari Result: Click Here
UPSSSC 929 ASO/ARO Online Form 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is UPSSSC ASO/ARO Recruitment 2026?
UPSSSC ASO/ARO Recruitment 2026 is a state-level mains recruitment for 929 Assistant Statistical Officer and Assistant Research Officer (Statistics) posts under Advertisement No. 05-Exam/2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC ASO/ARO 2026?
A total of 929 vacancies have been released for Assistant Statistical Officer and Assistant Research Officer ( Statistics) in various departments of the Uttar Pradesh Government.
Q3. What are the application dates for UPSSSC ASO/ARO 2026?
The online application window is from 21 April 2026 to 11 May 2026, and corrections can be done up to 18 May 2026.
Q4. What is the eligibility in terms of qualification?
Candidates must have a postgraduate degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Commerce, or related statistical disciplines from a recognized university.
Q5. Is PET-2025 mandatory for this recruitment?
Yes, only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and possess a valid PET-2025 scorecard are eligible to apply for the ASO/ARO Main Examination 2026.
Q6. What is the age limit for UPSSSC ASO/ARO 2026?
The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum age is 40 years as on 01 July 2026, with relaxations as per UP government rules.
Q7. What is the selection process for UPSSSC ASO/ARO 2026?
The selection process includes shortlisting based on PET-2025 scores, a main written exam of 100 marks, followed by document verification.
Q8. What is the exam pattern for the main written exam?
The main exam has 100 objective questions for 100 marks in 2 hours, with sections on Statistics and related topics, Computer & IT, and General information about Uttar Pradesh, and 25% negative marking for wrong answers.
Q9. What is the application fee for UPSSSC ASO/ARO 2026?
The exam fee is zero for all categories, but candidates must pay an online processing fee of ₹25.
Q10. What is the pay scale for UPSSSC ASO/ARO posts?
Selected candidates will receive Level-6 pay, generally in the range of ₹35,400–₹1,12,400 per month as per UP government norms.