Diploma holders in Uttar Pradesh who cleared the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 have a fresh government job window open this week. The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has started online applications for its Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Main Examination 2026, covering 1,156 posts across several state departments. The link went live on 3 November 2026, and candidates have until 25 November 2026 to submit their forms on upsssc.gov.in.
The recruitment, advertised as Advt. No. 24-Exam/2026, is one of the bigger technical hiring rounds the commission has run this year. It is open only to candidates who appeared in UP PET 2025 and hold a valid scorecard. The fee is a nominal Rs 25 for all categories, and the correction window stays open till 2 December 2026 for fee reconciliation and form edits.
Key dates at a glance
- Notification released: 12 October 2026
- Online applications open: 3 November 2026
- Last date to apply and pay fee: 25 November 2026
- Correction and fee adjustment window: till 2 December 2026
- Main examination date: to be announced by UPSSSC
Who can apply
The single most important eligibility condition is the PET 2025 scorecard. Only candidates who appeared in the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 and hold a valid scorecard with positive normalised marks can register. Applicants will need their PET 2025 registration number to log in, along with the OTP sent to their registered mobile number.
Age limits are counted as on 1 July 2026. For Junior Engineer (Mechanical), Mechanic, Assistant Storekeeper and Instructor Machinist posts, the age band is 18 to 40 years. For Technical Assistant (Mechanical) and Assistant District Panchayat Raj Officer (Technical) posts, it is 21 to 40 years. Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per UPSSSC rules. A preferential qualification, two years of service in the Territorial Army or an NCC ‘B’ certificate, is also listed in the notification. On education, candidates need a diploma in Mechanical Engineering or Automobile Engineering, depending on the post, and the exact qualification varies by post and department.
Posts on offer
The 1,156 vacancies are spread across six post groups in various Uttar Pradesh government departments. Junior Engineer (Mechanical) posts form the largest share, with openings in departments such as Irrigation and Public Works. The drive also covers Mechanic posts, Assistant Storekeeper posts in UPSRTC, Assistant District Panchayat Raj Officer (Technical), Technical Assistant (Mechanical) and Instructor Machine posts. Post preferences are locked in during the application itself, so the choice deserves a careful read of the notification rather than a rushed click.
Selection process
Selection follows the standard UPSSSC mains pattern. PET 2025 scores act as the initial shortlisting filter, and shortlisted candidates then appear for the mains written examination. Those who clear the written test move to document verification, followed by a medical examination. The mains exam date has not been announced yet, and candidates should track upsssc.gov.in rather than rely on unofficial exam-date claims circulating on social media.
Application fee and how to apply
The application fee is Rs 25 for all categories, charged as an online processing fee, payable online or through SBI e-challan within the application window. The steps to apply are:
- Visit upsssc.gov.in and open the Live Advertisements section.
- Click on the link for Advt. No. 24-Exam/2026, Combined Junior Engineer (Mechanical) Main Examination.
- Log in with your PET 2025 registration number and the OTP sent to your mobile.
- Fill in personal, educational and category details, and select your post and department preferences.
- Upload your photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed size and format.
- Pay the Rs 25 fee, review every detail, and click Final Submit.
- Download the submitted form and fee receipt, and keep a printout.
What applicants should watch out for
First, apply only through upsssc.gov.in. The commission does not accept offline forms for this drive, and links shared on messaging apps should be treated with suspicion. Second, do not wait till the last evening: the portal typically slows down near the deadline, and the 25 November cut-off covers both the form and the fee.
For diploma engineers waiting for a state government opening since PET 2025, this is substantial: more than a thousand posts, a three-week window, and a fee that is barely a barrier. Apply early and double-check the post-wise eligibility.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC JE Mechanical 2026?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 25 November 2026. The window opened on 3 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC JE Mechanical recruitment 2026?
There are 1,156 vacancies in total, advertised under Advt. No. 24-Exam/2026, across Junior Engineer (Mechanical) and related technical posts.
Is PET 2025 mandatory for UPSSSC JE Mechanical?
Yes. Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and hold a valid scorecard can apply. There is no route for candidates without one.
What is the application fee?
The fee is Rs 25 for all categories, charged as an online processing fee. It can be paid online or via SBI e-challan.
Can I correct my form after submission?
Yes, a correction and fee-adjustment window is open till 2 December 2026, but it covers limited corrections, so review the form carefully before final submission.
Applicants should verify all details in the official notification on upsssc.gov.in before applying, since the commission’s notice remains the final authority on eligibility, vacancies and dates.
