UPSSSC ASO Recruitment 2026: 929 Assistant Statistical Officer Vacancies, Eligibility & Exam Pattern
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow, has released a recruitment notification for the post of Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari / Sahayak Shodh Adhikari (Sankhyiki) — commonly known as Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO). A total of 929 vacancies are available across 19 departments in Uttar Pradesh under Pay Level 6 of the 7th Pay Commission. If you hold a Post Graduate degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Commerce, or Economics and have cleared the UPSSSC PET 2025, this is a major opportunity for you.
The online application process starts on 21 April 2026 and the last date to submit your application is 11 May 2026. This is a Mains examination — only candidates who have qualified the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 and are shortlisted can apply. This article on GovtJobsAlert.in covers the complete details — vacancy breakdown, eligibility, salary, exam pattern, and how to apply. Read everything carefully before you start your application.
Key Highlights — UPSSSC ASO 2026
UPSSSC is the primary recruitment body for Group C posts under the Government of Uttar Pradesh. It conducts recruitment through a two-tier system — PET (Preliminary Eligibility Test) followed by Mains examination for specific posts. This notification is for the Mains examination of Assistant Statistical Officer across 19 state government departments including Economics & Statistics, Revenue, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Medical & Health, and more.
- Post Name: Assistant Statistical Officer (Sahayak Sankhyikiya Adhikari)
- Total Vacancies: 929 Posts
- Pay Level: Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)
- Job Location: Various departments across Uttar Pradesh
- Last Date to Apply: 11 May 2026
How Many UPSSSC ASO Vacancies Are Available in 2026?
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 344 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 211 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 12 |
| OBC (Other Backward Classes) | 300 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 62 |
| Total | 929 |
Note: Horizontal reservation for PwD candidates (12 posts), women (179 posts), and outstanding sportspersons (12 posts) is also applicable as per UP government norms. The 929 vacancies are spread across 19 departments with the largest share in Economics & Statistics Department (267 posts) and Animal Husbandry Department (60 posts).
What Are the Eligibility Criteria for UPSSSC ASO Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification
Candidates must hold the following qualifications as per the UP Government Statistical Service Rules, 2012:
- Post Graduate Degree in Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics, Commerce, or Economics from a recognised university (or an equivalent qualification recognised by the government).
- ‘O’ Level Diploma in Computer from DOEACC Society, or a minimum one-year diploma in Computer Science from a recognised university or institution.
- Knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script.
Prerequisite — UPSSSC PET 2025
This is a Mains examination. Only candidates who have qualified the UPSSSC PET 2025 (Preliminary Eligibility Test) and are shortlisted based on their normalised PET score can apply. Candidates will be shortlisted in the ratio of 15 times the category-wise advertised vacancies. Candidates who scored zero or negative marks in PET 2025 will not be shortlisted.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years (as on 1 July of the calendar year of notification)
- Age relaxation as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules:
- SC / ST: 5 years
- OBC: 5 years
- PwD: 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per UP government rules
- Women (UP domicile): As per state government relaxation norms
What Is the Salary and Pay Level for UPSSSC ASO 2026?
Most posts are under Pay Level 6 of the 7th Pay Commission, while some departments have the older pay band structure.
- Pay Level: Level 6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)
- Basic Pay: ₹35,400 (minimum of the scale)
- Dearness Allowance (DA): As per UP state government rates (revised periodically)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA): Based on city classification within Uttar Pradesh
With DA and other allowances, the approximate gross salary comes to around ₹50,000 to ₹60,000 per month at the initial level, depending on the posting location. Some departments also carry the older pay band of ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 with Grade Pay ₹4,200.
Being a state government position, employees enjoy benefits such as pension (old or new as applicable), medical reimbursement, LTC, and other state government allowances. All posts are permanent in nature.
What Is the Complete Selection Process for UPSSSC ASO Recruitment 2026?
The selection is based on a two-tier examination system under UPSSSC’s recruitment framework.
Tier 1: Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 — Already Conducted
Candidates must have already cleared the UPSSSC PET 2025. Shortlisting for this Mains exam is based on the normalised PET score in the ratio of 15:1 (15 candidates per vacancy, category-wise).
Tier 2: Mains Written Examination (100 Marks)
- Total Questions: 100 objective-type (MCQ) questions
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
- Negative Marking: Yes — 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer (1/4th of allotted marks)
The exam is divided into three parts:
Part 1 — Subject Knowledge (Statistics): 65 Marks Covers Statistics, Data Collection & Presentation, Central Tendency & Dispersion, Index Numbers, Correlation & Regression, Mathematics, Probability, Indian Economy Statistics, and Indian Statistical System.
Part 2 — Computer & IT Knowledge: 15 Marks Covers Computer fundamentals, Internet, Hardware & Software, MS Word, MS Excel, e-Governance, Digital Finance, and emerging technologies like AI, Big Data, and IoT.
Part 3 — UP State General Knowledge: 20 Marks Covers History, Culture, Geography, Economy, Agriculture, Administration, and Current Affairs of Uttar Pradesh.
Final selection is based on Mains examination merit combined with document verification. You can check upcoming government exam schedules on GovtJobsAlert.in for preparation planning.
How to Apply Online for UPSSSC ASO 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
Before applying, make sure you have your PET 2025 registration number, post-graduation marksheet, computer diploma certificate, and category certificate (if applicable) ready.
- Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in (direct link in Essential Links below).
- Go to the “Live Advertisement Segment” on the homepage and click on this notification.
- Log in using your PET 2025 Registration Number and OTP sent to your registered mobile or email.
- Your personal details from PET 2025 will be auto-filled — verify them carefully.
- Select the advertised posts and departments you wish to apply for.
- Enter the verification code and submit your application form.
- Pay the application fee online via Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan.
- Download and print your application form after successful fee payment.
Important: Only candidates shortlisted through PET 2025 normalised score can apply. The Mains exam fee will be notified separately and collected only from candidates shortlisted for the written test.
What Are the Important Dates and Deadlines for UPSSSC ASO 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 20 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 21 April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Adjustment | 18 May 2026 |
| Mains Written Examination | To be announced |
What Is the Application Fee for UPSSSC ASO 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) | ₹25 (online processing fee) |
The application fee is just ₹25 for all categories — this is only the online processing fee. The actual Mains examination fee will be collected separately and only from candidates who are shortlisted for the written test. Fee payment can be made via Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan.
Essential Links — UPSSSC ASO Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for UPSSSC ASO 2026
- Visit UPSSSC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Uttar Pradesh Govt Jobs
With 929 vacancies across multiple UP government departments, this is one of the biggest state-level recruitment drives of 2026 for statistics graduates. If you’ve cleared PET 2025 and hold a post-graduate degree in a relevant subject, make sure to apply before 11 May 2026. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more government jobs in Uttar Pradesh and other post-graduate level opportunities.