UPSSSC Platoon Commander / Block Organizer
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ToggleUttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Platoon Commander and Block Organizer posts. A total of 295 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive. The online application process will commence from 16 June 2026 and will continue until 06 July 2026.
Candidates applying for these posts must be at least 21 years old, while the maximum age limit is 40 years as on 01 July 2026. Applicants are advised to go through the complete details, including eligibility criteria, important dates, and other essential information, before applying for the UPSSSC Platoon Commander / Block Organizer Recruitment 2026.
| Commission | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post | Platoon Commander and Block Organizer posts |
| Total Vacancy | 295 |
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| Age Relaxation | Different |
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UPSSSC Platoon Commander / Block Organizer : Vacancy Details
| Category | Block Organizer | Platoon Commander |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 98 | 23 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 48 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 02 | 01 |
| Other Backward Class (EBC) | 71 | 12 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 24 | 05 |
| Total | 243 | 52 |
UPSSSC Platoon Commander / Block Organizer : Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
| Educational Qualification – Graduation | Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (Graduation) from a recognized university established by law in India. |
| Educational Qualification – Departmental Candidates | Candidates belonging to the Home Guard departmental category must have passed at least Intermediate (12th). |
| PET 2025 Requirement | Only those candidates can apply who have appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 conducted by UPSSSC and possess a valid scorecard. |
| Important PET Condition | Candidates who have scored zero (0) or negative marks in PET-2025 (absolute or normalized score) will not be eligible for the main examination. |
| Under Investigation (UI) / Provisional Candidates | Candidates whose PET results are under investigation (UI) or provisional can apply, but their final selection will depend on the commission’s verification report. |
| Preferential Qualification (Tie-Breaking) | In case of equal marks between candidates, preference will be given based on the following qualifications: |
| Preference 1 | At least 2 years of service in the Territorial Army. |
| Preference 2 | Possession of NCC ‘B’ Certificate. |
| Preference 3 | Minimum 3 years of continuous service in the Home Guard organization. |
UPSSSC Platoon Commander / Block Organizer : Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting of Candidates | Candidates will be shortlisted for the Main Written Exam based on the normalized score of PET 2025. A total of 15 times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted category-wise, including all candidates who score equal to the cutoff marks at the last stage. |
| Main Written Examination | The exam will be of objective type (multiple-choice questions). |
| Physical Standard Test | After the written examination, candidates will have to undergo a Physical Standard Test (PST) to check required physical measurements. |
UPSSSC Platoon Commander / Block Organizer : Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
| Part 1 | General Knowledge & GS | 65 | 65 | 2 Hours (120 Mins) |
| Part 2 | Computer & IT Knowledge | 15 | 15 | |
| Part 3 | Uttar Pradesh General Info | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | All Subjects Combined | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 120 Minutes |
UPSSSC Platoon Commander / Block Organizer : Application Process
- Visit the official website of UPSSSC.
- Click on the link for “Platoon Commander / Block Organizer Recruitment 2026.”
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if you are a new user.
- Log in using your registration number and password.
- Fill in the application form with all required personal, educational, and other details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents such as photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee through the available online payment modes.
- Review the application form carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Some Important Links
Apply Online | Click HereLink Activate On 16 June 2026 |
Check Official Notification | Click Here |
UPSSSC Official Website | Click Here |
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| RWA Batch | Click Here |

