UPPSC RO ARO Notification 2026 was released by UPPSC on October 26, 2026, under Advertisement No. A-4/E-1/2026 for RO & ARO and other posts under General and Special Recruitment. The notification announces 501 vacancies. The online application process started on October 26 and will close on November 26, 2026. Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) at least 72 hours before applying and pay the prescribed application fee to submit the form successfully. UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates can complete application form corrections and fee reconciliation by December 3, 2026

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UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates can apply through the official website by following these steps:
Ensure all details are accurate before final submission.
| Pariculars | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | October 26, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | October 26, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | November 26, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | November 26, 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction/Modification and Fee Reconciliation | December 3, 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | July 1, 2026 |
Candidates must complete all stages of the online application within the prescribed deadline. The application link will be disabled after the last date and time.
UPPSC RO ARO One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory before filling out the application form. Candidates must obtain their OTR number at least 72 hours before submitting the application. Candidates can register through UPPSC OTR Portal. After obtaining the OTR number, they can visit the official UPPSC website to complete the application process. Applications submitted through any mode other than the online portal will not be accepted.
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 application fees for the prelims exam vary by category. Candidates must pay the applicable exam fee and processing fee to complete the application.
| Category | Exam Fee | Processing Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved/EWS/OBC | ₹100 | ₹25 | ₹125 |
| SC/ST | ₹40 | ₹25 | ₹65 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | Nil | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹40 | ₹25 | ₹65 |
| Dependents of Freedom Fighters/Women/Skilled Players | As per the original category | As applicable | As per original category |
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates who qualify for the Prelims exam must submit a separate online application and pay the applicable Main exam fee.
| Category | Exam Fee | Processing Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR/EWS/OBC/Candidates from Other States | ₹200 | ₹25 | ₹225 |
| SC/ST of Uttar Pradesh | ₹80 | ₹25 | ₹105 |
| PwD of Uttar Pradesh | Nil | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| Ex-Army Personnel of Uttar Pradesh | ₹80 | ₹25 | ₹105 |
| DFF/Women/Skilled Players of Uttar Pradesh | As per original category | As applicable | As per original category |
Candidates should check their applicable category before paying the fee. The prelims exam fee is separate from the main exam fee.
| Section | Information required |
|---|---|
| Notification details | Advertisement number, selection type, department and post |
| Personal details | Name, date of birth, gender, category, domicile, contact details and address |
| Additional details | Reservation claims, disability, ex-serviceman status, sports-related claims and debarment status, wherever applicable |
| Education and experience | Educational qualifications and experience |
| Declaration | Select I Agree to proceed |
| Final submission | Review the preview, submit the form and print the submission report |
Most personal information is fetched from OTR. Candidates should verify all details before final submission.
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates can modify the qualification of the applied post only once through Candidate Dashboard Login, up to December 3, 2026. Details such as category, subcategory, domicile, gender, date of birth, EWS and creamy layer status, name, and address must be correct by the deadline. Requests for changes after the deadline will not be entertained.
Note: Incorrect information may lead to cancellation of candidature.
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates should keep the following details and documents ready before applying:
Candidates do not need to send hard copies of the application or documents to the Commission at the Prelims stage. Self-attested educational and other required documents must be submitted with the Mains application or whenever requested by the Commission.
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidate dashboard provides services such as registration, fee payment and reconciliation, application submission and modification, application status, admit card download, duplicate registration slip, detailed application form, objection-related application lists and answer key access.
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates can check their application and payment details through the Candidate Dashboard on the official website. They should confirm successful submission and retain a copy of the application form and payment slip.
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates can modify permitted details up to December 3, 2026. The qualification details of the applied post can be modified only once.
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates claiming reservation or relaxation must enter the correct category details in OTR and provide supporting certificates in the prescribed Appendix-1 format when required.
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates should verify their name, date of birth, category, domicile, gender, EWS status, and address before submission. Changes to these claims are not accepted after the prescribed deadline. Any updates made in OTR must be synchronized with the application through the Candidate Dashboard.
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates contacting the Commission about application-related issues should mention the following details:
Candidates can use the Commission's prescribed Mail Box facility for application-related queries.
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates do not need to send hard copies of documents at the Prelims exam stage unless instructed by the commission. After Prelims or when required, they must submit the application form and self-attested supporting documents.
For the mains exam application, candidates must attach the high school or equivalent certificate as proof of date of birth, along with the required educational mark sheets and certificates.
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 application may be rejected for:
Concealment or misrepresentation may also lead to debarment for up to five years. The Commission does not entertain correspondence regarding rejected applications.
UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates havinf application-related queries, candidates can contact the Commission through its official communication channel. Every communication should mention the exam name, advertisement number, OTR number, Application ID, candidate's name, date of birth, father's or husband's name and roll number, once allotted.
After submitting the UPPSC RO ARO 2026 application, candidates should save the submission report and fee receipt. They should follow the official website for further updates.
Ques: Can candidates change the post preference in the UPPSC RO ARO 2026 application form?
Ans: UPPSC RO ARO candidates can modify the qualification of the applied post only once through the Candidate Dashboard within the correction period.
Ques: Can candidates apply for UPPSC RO ARO 2026 without an OTR number?
Ans: No. UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) at least 72 hours before applying online.
Ques: What happens if the UPPSC RO ARO 2026 application fee is deducted but the payment status is pending?
Ans: UPPSC RO ARO candidates should check the payment status through the Candidate Dashboard. If payment remains pending, they can use the Pending Payment option to retry the transaction.
Ques: Can candidates from other states claim a reservation in UPPSC RO ARO 2026?
Ans: UPPSC RO ARO 2026 candidates who are not domiciled in Uttar Pradesh are not eligible for the specified reservation and age-relaxation benefits available to UP candidates.
Ques: What documents are accepted as proof of date of birth for UPPSC RO ARO 2026?
Ans: The High School certificate or an equivalent certificate is accepted as proof of date of birth for the Main exam document submission process.
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