The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has invited online applications for 37 posts of Architectural Assistant, Estate Manager (both under the U.P. Housing and Development Board), and Microbiologist (Food Safety and Drug Administration, U.P.) under Advertisement No. A-3/E-1/2026, dated 03.08.2026. Eligible candidates can apply online at uppsc.up.nic.in from 03.08.2026 to 03.09.2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Architectural Assistant, Estate Manager, Microbiologist |
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (U.P. Housing and Development Board / Food Safety and Drug Administration, U.P.) |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | A-3/E-1/2026, dated 03.08.2026 |
| Location | Uttar Pradesh (State Govt job — reservation/age-relaxation limited to UP domiciles; unreserved-category candidates from anywhere in India may apply) |
| Total Vacancies | 37 (Architectural Assistant-14, Estate Manager-11, Microbiologist-12) |
| Qualification | Diploma/Intermediate in Architecture, Graduate degree, or PG in Microbiology, depending on post — see Eligibility Criteria table |
| Age Limit | 21 to 40 years as on 01.07.2026 (55 years max for PH candidates) |
| Selection Process | Written Examination → Merit List (no interview) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 9,300–34,800 (Architectural Assistant, Estate Manager) to Rs. 44,900–1,42,400 (Microbiologist) |
| How to Apply | Apply online only at uppsc.up.nic.in after OTR registration at otr.pariksha.nic.in |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | uppsc.up.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 03.08.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 03.08.2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment & Online Application Submission | 03.09.2026 |
| Last Date for Correction/Modification & Fee Reconciliation | 10.09.2026 |
| Exam Date | Not yet announced (to be intimated via e-Admit Card) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / EWS / OBC | Rs. 200 (exam fee) + Rs. 25 (processing) = Rs. 225 |
| SC / ST | Rs. 80 (exam fee) + Rs. 25 (processing) = Rs. 105 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PWD) | Nil (exam fee) + Rs. 25 (processing) = Rs. 25 |
| Ex-Servicemen | Rs. 80 (exam fee) + Rs. 25 (processing) = Rs. 105 |
| Dependents of Freedom Fighters / Women / Skilled Players | As per their original category |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Total | Category-wise Breakup | Department / Nature of Post |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architectural Assistant | 14 | UR-09, OBC-04, EWS-01, Female (horizontal)-02 | U.P. Housing and Development Board — Group-C, Non-Gazetted |
| Estate Manager | 11 | UR-06, SC-02, OBC-02, EWS-01, Female (horizontal)-02 | U.P. Housing and Development Board — Group-C, Non-Gazetted |
| Microbiologist | 12 | UR-06, SC-02, OBC-03, EWS-01, Female (horizontal)-02 | Food Safety and Drug Administration, U.P. — Group-B, Non-Gazetted |
Note: Vacancy numbers may increase or decrease as per Commission requirements. No PwD sub-category is identified for Architectural Assistant or Estate Manager. For Microbiologist, only L.V., H.H., O.L., and Dw. sub-categories of Persons with Disabilities are identified.
Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Architectural Assistant | Intermediate Certificate in Architecture, or a 3-year full-time/4-year part-time architecture course (Bombay/Maharashtra Govt.) plus 2 years’ experience in architecture & planning conception-related mapping; OR a 3-year full-time Diploma in Architectural Assistantship from the U.P. Board of Technical Education or a recognized institute plus 3 years’ relevant mapping experience. Working knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari script) is also required. |
| Estate Manager | Graduate from a recognized university, with working knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari script). Preference given to candidates with an MBA or PGDM from a recognized state/national-level university or institution. A degree obtained through distance education is not considered valid. |
| Microbiologist | A postgraduate degree in Microbiology from a university established by law in India (or an equivalent recognized qualification), with at least 3 years’ experience in microbiological testing of food. |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC of U.P., Skilled Players of U.P., State Govt. Employees of U.P. (incl. Basic Shiksha Parishad & Govt.-aided Madhyamik Vidyalaya staff) | +5 years (must not be born before 02.07.1981) |
| Physically Handicapped (PH) of U.P. | +15 years |
| Emergency/Short Service Commissioned Officers / Ex-Army Personnel of U.P. | +3 years plus period of Army service rendered |
| Research Scholars — Chief Minister Fellowship Programme | Up to 3 years, based on completed tenure (1 year tenure = 1 year relaxation, 2 years = 2 years, 3+ years = 3 years), calculated as on 1 July of the advertisement year |
Note: Reservation and age-relaxation benefits are admissible only to candidates who are original domiciles of Uttar Pradesh.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | Selection for all three posts is made purely on marks obtained in the written examination (OMR-based). Negative marking of 1/3rd (0.33) mark applies per wrong answer. Minimum efficiency standard: 35% for SC/ST candidates, 40% for others; candidates below this are not placed in the merit list. Date, time and venue communicated via e-Admit Card. |
| Final Merit | Based entirely on written exam marks — there is no interview stage for these three posts. |
Exam Pattern: The notification includes separate detailed syllabi for General Studies plus a subject paper (Architecture / General Studies incl. Mathematics, Reasoning & Computer / Microbiology, as applicable to each post) in Appendix 2–4, but does not print a clean subject-wise question-and-marks table extractable from the source PDF — refer to the official notification for the full syllabus and exact marks distribution.
Salary and Benefits
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Architectural Assistant | Rs. 9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay Rs. 4,600, Level-7 |
| Estate Manager | Rs. 9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay Rs. 4,600, Level-7 |
| Microbiologist | Rs. 44,900–1,42,400, Level-7 |
Note: The notification does not itemize DA/HRA or other allowances separately — these apply as per standard U.P. Government service rules.
How to Apply
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) at otr.pariksha.nic.in at least 72 hours before applying, if not already registered.
- Visit uppsc.up.nic.in → “Online Advertisements” → “View Advertisement” for A-3/E-1/2026, then click “Apply” and authenticate with your OTR number.
- Fill in the post-specific application details (Application Part-2) on the Applicant Dashboard and confirm the preferential qualifications applicable to you.
- Pay the application fee online (Net Banking / Card / Other modes via SBI MOPS) and save the payment transaction slip.
- Submit the final application, then download and print the completed form and fee receipt for your records.
Note: Applications must be submitted online only — no offline/postal application is accepted at the submission stage. Self-attested hard copies of documents are required later, only when specifically asked for by the Commission.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| High School Certificate | Only valid proof of date of birth accepted; application is rejected if not attached when asked |
| Educational Certificates & Mark Sheets | Self-attested copies, in support of the claimed qualification |
| Experience Certificate | Required for Architectural Assistant (issued by the Housing Commissioner) and for Microbiologist (issued by the competent departmental authority) |
| Category/Caste Certificate | Prescribed proforma (Appendix-1), for SC/ST/OBC/EWS claimants |
| Disability Certificate | Prescribed Form II/III/IV (Appendix-1), for PwD claimants applying for Microbiologist only |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) | Required for candidates already serving under Central/State Government |
| Photograph & Signature | As uploaded/linked during OTR registration |
Important Links
| Download Official Notification (PDF) |
| Apply Online / Official Website (uppsc.up.nic.in) |
| Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Apply only through the OTR-based online system at uppsc.up.nic.in — applications through any other medium are not accepted.
- Double-check your date of birth against your High School Certificate before submitting; it is the only accepted proof and cannot be corrected later.
- Select your category/sub-category correctly in OTR — no changes are entertained after the correction deadline (10.09.2026).
- Estate Manager applicants: a degree earned through distance education is explicitly not recognized for this post — confirm your degree mode before applying.
- Microbiologist applicants must have at least 3 years of microbiological food-testing experience — meeting only the educational qualification is not sufficient.
- The Commission does not advise on eligibility — carefully re-check the qualification and age criteria for your specific post before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for UPPSC A-3/E-1/2026?
The last date for fee payment and online application submission is 03.09.2026.
Q2. How many total vacancies are there in this recruitment?
There are 37 vacancies — 14 Architectural Assistant, 11 Estate Manager, and 12 Microbiologist posts.
Q3. What is the minimum qualification required?
It varies by post — an Intermediate/Diploma in Architecture for Architectural Assistant, a graduate degree (MBA/PGDM preferred) for Estate Manager, and a postgraduate degree in Microbiology with 3 years’ food-testing experience for Microbiologist.
Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years of age as on 01.07.2026, with relaxation available for reserved categories.
Q5. What is the application fee?
Rs. 225 for UR/EWS/OBC, Rs. 105 for SC/ST and Ex-Servicemen, and Rs. 25 for PwD candidates.
Q6. How is the final selection made?
Purely through a written examination — there is no interview for any of the three posts.
Q7. What is the pay scale for these posts?
Rs. 9,300–34,800 (Level-7) for Architectural Assistant and Estate Manager, and Rs. 44,900–1,42,400 (Level-7) for Microbiologist.
Q8. Is this recruitment open to candidates outside Uttar Pradesh?
Yes, candidates from any state may apply under the unreserved category, but reservation and age-relaxation benefits are available only to original domiciles of Uttar Pradesh.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
