UP PET 2026 Will Have 100 Questions, There Will Be Negative Marking

New Delhi: The countdown has begun for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026, conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC). This year, over 3.5 million candidates have registered for UP PET 2026, and in view of this, UPSSSC has intensified preparations for conducting the UP PET. Examination centers have been established and admit cards have also been issued.

In this series, let's explore why UP PET is conducted. We'll find out when UP PET 2026 is scheduled to be held. We'll also learn how many questions, worth how many marks, will be asked in UP PET, and what the negative marking rules are.

Why is UP PET conducted?

UP PET is an eligibility test, based on the score of which, one can apply for various recruitments held in Uttar Pradesh. This includes recruitment for Group B and Group C posts in Uttar Pradesh. For example, based on the UP PET score, one can apply for recruitment to Group B and Group C posts, including recruitments such as Lekhpal and Junior Assistant.

UP PET 2026 exam dates changed

UPSSSC has changed the dates of the UP PET 2026 exam. Previously, UP PET 2026 was scheduled from October 23rd to 25th, 2026, but UPSSSC has revised the exam schedule. Now, UP PET 2026 will be held on October 25th, October 30th, and November 1st, 2026. The exam will be conducted in two shifts each day: the first shift will be from 10 am to 12 noon, and the second shift will be from 3 pm to 5 pm.

100 questions will be asked, will have to be solved in 2 hours

A total of 100 questions will be asked in PET 2026. All questions will be multiple-choice. One mark will be awarded for each correct answer. 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer. Thus, the paper will carry 100 marks, with 2 hours (120 minutes) to solve. There will also be negative marking.

Questions will be asked from these subjects

The UPSSSC PET syllabus covers a wide range of subjects. Questions will be asked from Indian History, the Indian National Movement, Geography, Indian Economy, the Indian Constitution, and General Science. In addition, Elementary Mathematics, General Hindi, Reasoning, Current Affairs, and General Awareness will also be part of the exam.

PET score will be valid for one year

Based on the marks obtained in the PET, candidates are issued a percentile score. This score is valid for one year from the date of declaration of the result. During this period, PET scores may be required for the main examinations for related Group-C recruitments conducted by UPSSSC.