UPSSSC Recruitment 2026: Applications Open for 1,829 Auditor and Assistant Accountant Posts

UPSSSC Recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission has opened the online application window for 1,829 Auditor and Assistant Accountant vacancies across multiple departments of the state government. Candidates who appeared in the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 and meet the required educational criteria can submit their applications online.

The registration process began on July 14, 2026, and eligible applicants can complete their forms until August 3, 2026. Candidates will also be allowed to correct eligible details in their submitted forms until August 10, 2026. 

UPSSSC Recruitment 2026: Key Details

The recruitment drive has been announced under Advertisement No. 14-Exam/2026 for appointments to Auditor and Assistant Accountant positions in different Uttar Pradesh government departments and organisations.

Applicants should note that appearing in PET 2025 is compulsory. Candidates without a valid PET 2025 score will not be considered for shortlisting for the main examination. (Karmasandhan)

Here are the major details:

Department-Wise Vacancy Distribution

The available positions have been distributed among several government departments, corporations, universities and local bodies.

Some of the largest vacancy allocations include:

• 609 Assistant Accountant posts in the Uttar Pradesh Directorate of Internal Audit and Accounts

• 600 Assistant Accountant posts under the Directorate of Municipal Corporations

• 156 Assistant Accountant posts in the Uttar Pradesh Housing and Development Board

• 148 Auditor posts under the Directorate of Local Fund Audit Examination

• 82 Assistant Accountant posts in Uttar Pradesh Rajkiya Nirman Nigam Limited

• 67 Assistant Accountant posts in the Uttar Pradesh Forest Corporation

• 60 Auditor posts under the Directorate of Municipal Corporations

Other positions have been announced in the Industrial Development Department, universities, colleges and additional government organisations. 

Who Can Apply for Assistant Accountant Posts?

Candidates applying for the Assistant Accountant position should possess a Bachelor of Commerce degree from a recognised university.

Applicants holding a recognised postgraduate diploma in accountancy may also be eligible, subject to the conditions mentioned in the detailed notification.

A computer qualification is also required. Candidates should generally possess an O-Level certificate issued by NIELIT, formerly DOEACC, or another qualification recognised as equivalent under the recruitment rules. 

Eligibility for Auditor Vacancies

For Auditor posts, candidates are expected to hold a B.Com degree or an equivalent recognised qualification.

They should also have the prescribed computer certification and the required knowledge of accountancy. Applicants are advised to check the post-specific criteria in the official notification before submitting their forms because qualifications may differ slightly between departments.

Age Limit for UPSSSC Recruitment

Candidates must be at least 21 years old and should not be older than 40 years as of July 1, 2026.

Relaxation in the upper age limit will be available to candidates belonging to reserved categories according to Uttar Pradesh government rules. Applicants seeking age relaxation should ensure that they possess valid category and supporting certificates. 

Application Fee

The application processing fee has been set at ₹25 for all categories, including General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST and persons with benchmark disabilities.

Payment can generally be completed through the online options available on the application portal. Applicants should retain the payment confirmation and submitted application form for future reference. 

How Will Candidates Be Selected?

The selection process is expected to begin with the shortlisting of applicants based on their PET 2025 scores.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to appear in the main written examination. Those who qualify may subsequently be called for document verification before the final merit list is prepared.

The broad selection stages include:

1. Shortlisting through PET 2025 scores

2. Main written examination

3. Verification of educational and category documents

4. Preparation of the final selection list

The date of the main examination and admit-card schedule will be announced separately by UPSSSC.

How to Apply Online

Eligible applicants can complete the online application process by following these steps:

1. Visit the official UPSSSC recruitment portal.

2. Open the application link for Advertisement No. 14-Exam/2026.

3. Log in using the PET 2025 registration details.

4. Verify the personal information displayed on the screen.

5. Select the desired post and department preferences.

6. Enter the required educational and communication details.

7. Upload or verify the required photograph, signature and certificates.

8. Pay the prescribed ₹25 application fee.

9. Review the entire form before final submission.

10. Download and print the completed application form.

Candidates should carefully check their name, date of birth, category, educational qualifications and post preferences before submitting the application.

Documents Candidates Should Keep Ready

Applicants may need the following records while completing the form or during document verification:

• PET 2025 scorecard or registration details

• B.Com degree and marksheets

• O-Level computer certificate

• Recent photograph and signature

• Valid photo identity proof

• Category certificate, where applicable

• EWS or disability certificate, if claiming the relevant benefit

• Domicile and other supporting documents mentioned in the notification

Important Advice for Applicants

Candidates should avoid waiting until the final date to submit their application. Heavy traffic on recruitment portals can sometimes cause payment failures or technical delays near the deadline.

Applicants must also remember that possessing a PET score does not automatically guarantee selection. The PET result will be used for shortlisting, while final recruitment will depend on performance in the main examination and successful document verification.

Final Takeaway

The UPSSSC Auditor and Assistant Accountant Recruitment 2026 offers a major government employment opportunity for commerce graduates and other eligible candidates who appeared in PET 2025.

With 1,829 vacancies, including 1,668 Assistant Accountant and 161 Auditor posts, the recruitment covers several departments across Uttar Pradesh. Interested candidates should complete the online application by August 3, 2026, and make any permitted corrections by August 10, 2026. They should read the detailed notification carefully before submitting the form to ensure that all eligibility and documentation requirements are fulfilled.