The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has announced recruitment for 170 posts of Vidhan Bhavan Rakshak (Council House Guard) and Vidhan Bhavan Agnik/Agnirakshak (Fireman/Fire Guard) for the year 2026. Candidates who appeared in PET‑2025 and hold a valid score card can apply online between 09‑06‑2026 and 29‑06‑2026.
| Detail |
Info |
| Organization |
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow |
| Advertisement No. |
09-Pariksha/2026 dated 10‑04‑2026 |
| Post(s) |
Vidhan Bhavan Rakshak (120) & Vidhan Bhavan Agnik/Agnirakshak (50) |
| Total Vacancies |
170 |
| Eligibility |
High School (10th Pass) + PET‑2025 score card |
| Age Limit |
18 to 40 years (relaxations as per UP Govt. orders) |
| Pay Scale |
Level‑3, Pay Band: Rs. 21,700 – Rs. 69,100 per month |
| Application Mode |
Online only (via upsssc.gov.in) |
| Selection Mode |
Written Main Examination (Objective) + Physical Measurement & Physical Efficiency Test |
Post & Organization Details
- Organization: Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow
- Department: Secretariat Administration Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh
- Nature of Posts: Vidhan Bhavan Rakshak – Permanent & Temporary; Vidhan Bhavan Agnik/Agnirakshak – Temporary
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
UR |
SC |
ST |
OBC |
EWS |
Total |
Nature |
| Vidhan Bhavan Rakshak |
51 |
31 |
2 |
24 |
12 |
120 |
Permanent & Temporary |
| Vidhan Bhavan Agnik/Agnirakshak |
26 |
9 |
1 |
9 |
5 |
50 |
Temporary |
| Total |
77 |
40 |
3 |
33 |
17 |
170 |
|
Horizontal Reservation
| Post Name |
Freedom Fighter Dependants |
Ex‑Servicemen / Disabled Ex‑Servicemen |
Women |
Outstanding Sportspersons |
| Vidhan Bhavan Rakshak |
2 |
6 |
24 |
2 |
| Vidhan Bhavan Agnik/Agnirakshak |
1 |
2 |
10 |
1 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria |
Details |
| Mandatory Prerequisite |
Must have appeared in Preliminary Eligibility Test‑2025 (PET‑2025) and hold a valid score card. |
| Educational Qualification |
High School (Class 10th) pass from Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad, Uttar Pradesh or equivalent recognized by the Government. |
| Desirable Qualification |
Preference to candidates with minimum 2 years service in Territorial Army or holding NCC ‘B’ Certificate (for same merit). |
| Nationality |
Indian citizens only. |
| Domicile |
Only candidates domiciled in Uttar Pradesh are eligible for reservation benefits; others are treated as UR. |
| Marital Status |
Male candidates with more than one living wife, or female candidates married to a man with a living wife, are ineligible (unless exempted by the Governor). |
Age Limit
| Category |
Age Limit / Relaxation |
| General (UR) / EWS |
18 to 40 years |
| SC / ST / OBC (UP domicile) |
Upper age relaxation as per UP Government orders (additional years over 40). |
| PwBD (Divyangjan) |
As per UP Government orders. |
| Ex‑Servicemen / Retrenched Govt. Employees |
Up to 5 years relaxation as per GO dated 27‑08‑2013. |
| Chief Minister’s Fellowship Candidates |
Relaxation as per notification dated 30‑01‑2026. |
Pay Scale & Salary
The posts are placed in Level‑3 with a pay band ranging from Rs. 21,700 (minimum) to Rs. 69,100 (maximum) per month, as per the latest pay matrix.
Application Fee
| Category |
Application Fee |
Online Processing Charge |
Total |
| Unreserved (UR) |
Rs. 0/- |
Rs. 25/- |
Rs. 25/- |
| OBC |
Rs. 0/- |
Rs. 25/- |
Rs. 25/- |
| SC |
Rs. 0/- |
Rs. 25/- |
Rs. 25/- |
| ST |
Rs. 0/- |
Rs. 25/- |
Rs. 25/- |
Freedom Fighter Dependants, Ex‑Servicemen, Women, PwBD, and Outstanding Sportspersons candidates pay the fee as per their base category. The Main Examination fee is separate and will be charged only to shortlisted candidates at the time of admit card download.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Date of Advertisement |
10‑04‑2026 |
| Opening of Online Application / Fee Submission |
09‑06‑2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission & Fee Payment |
29‑06‑2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Application Correction |
06‑07‑2026 |
| Written Main Examination Date |
To be notified |
| Physical Measurement & Physical Efficiency Test |
To be notified after Written Exam result |
Selection Process
- Written Main Examination (Objective Type).
- Physical Measurement Test (PMT) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for candidates who qualify in the written exam.
- Final merit list prepared on the basis of written exam marks of candidates who satisfy the physical standards.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website https://upsssc.gov.in.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link for the Vidhan Bhavan Rakshak & Agnik/Agnirakshak recruitment.
- Enter your PET‑2025 Registration Number and generate OTP on your registered mobile/email.
- Log in using the OTP and fill in personal, educational and domicile details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, PET‑2025 score card, 10th mark sheet, etc.).
- Pay the online processing charge of Rs. 25 (no application fee) through Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI or SBI e‑Challan.
- Review the entered information, submit the application and download the confirmation receipt.
- Print the application form for future reference.
Important Links
FAQ’s
- What is the minimum educational qualification required? A valid High School (Class 10th) pass certificate is mandatory.
- Can I apply if I did not appear in PET‑2025? No. Only candidates who appeared in PET‑2025 and possess a valid score card are eligible.
- What is the last date to submit the online application? The last date for online application submission and fee payment is 29‑06‑2026.
- Is there any reservation for women? Yes, horizontal reservation of 24 seats for Vidhan Bhavan Rakshak and 10 seats for Vidhan Bhavan Agnik/Agnirakshak is reserved for women.
- What is the age limit for General category candidates? Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years as on 01‑07‑2026.
- How much is the application fee? The application fee is Rs. 0; only an online processing charge of Rs. 25 is applicable.
