UKPSC Eligibility Criteria 2024, Age limits, Educational Qualification

UKPSC eligibility criteria include Age Limit (21-40 yrs), Educational Qualification and some physical fitness criteria. Check the complete UKPSC Eligibility Criteria 2024.

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UKPSC According to the most recent information, candidates for various posts would have their ages relaxed by one year by the Uttarakhand PSC. Applicants who want to take advantage of the relaxation can resubmit their UKPSC 2024 application. It is advisable to review the eligibility requirements before submitting an application for the UKPSC PCS test. This is a discussion of the various eligibility requirements set forth by the commission. If a candidate doesn’t submit the necessary supporting documentation for the eligibility requirements, their candidature will be revoked. Here, many eligibility requirements are mentioned, including the UKPSC PCS age limit and educational requirements.

UKPSC Eligibility Criteria 2024

UKPSC candidates must be aware of the eligibility requirements when submitting an application for the exam. Applicants must be at least 21 years old and, in the case of SC/ST candidates, no more than 42 years old. This age restriction must be met by the date specified in the notification. The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) administers the UKPSC Exam to find applicants for various positions within the state services. The table below contains information on UKPSC 2024 that candidates can review.

UPKSC 2024 Examination Overview
Exam Name	UKPCS Exam
Conducting Body	Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC)
Exam Level	State Level
Application Mode	Online Only
Exam Mode	Offline (Pen & Paper Mode)
Language	English and Hindi
Selection Process	Prelims Mains Interview
Age Limit	21 years to 40 years
Exam Cities	Across the Uttarakhand
Official Website	https://psc.uk.gov.in/

Age Limitation

The official minimum age requirement is 21 years old. The oldest person allowed is 35 years old. Nonetheless, diverse groups are also given access to relaxation. The government has relaxed the legal drinking age for the following categories:

Category	Age relaxation
SC/ST candidates	5 years
OBC Candidates	3 years

Not all categories allow for age relaxation. So, those who are ready to take the exam must thoroughly prepare for it.

Educational Qualification

Any discipline-specific bachelor’s degree from a reputable university is required of the applicant.
For the position of Sahayak Nagar Niyojak, candidates must possess a post-graduate certificate in town and architect planning or associate membership of the educational institution, American Institute of Town, Institute of Town Planner, or Institute of Town Planner (India).

Also, Check UKPSC Salary

Physical Standards

The following physical requirements must be met by a candidate applying for the position of superintendent of police and district commandant home guard through the Uttarakhand PCS.

Superintendent of Police (Height)
Category	Male Candidates	Female Candidates
General and all other candidates	167.7 cm	152 cm
ST candidates	160 cm	147 cm
Mountain region candidates	162.60 cm	147 cm

Chest Measurements (For Male candidates only)
Category	Normal	Inflated
ST and Mountain region candidates	76.5cm	81.5cm
General and other candidates	78.8cm	83.8 cm

District Commandment Home Guard
Candidates	Height	Chest (normal)	Chest (inflated)
Male candidates	165 cm	84 cm	89 cm
Female candidates	150 cm	79 cm	84 cm
Male candidate from Kumaun, Gadwal and ST candidates)	160 cm	84 cm	89 cm

Also, check UKPSC Syllabus

FAQs

What is the eligibility criteria for UKPSC?

A candidate should be an Indian citizen and should have at least 3 years' Bachelor's degree to be eligible for the UKPSC exams

What is the eligibility criteria for UKPSC lower PCS?

A candidate should be an Indian citizen and should have at least 3 years' Bachelor's degree to be eligible for the UKPSC exams.

How can I become PCS officer in Uttarakhand?

Candidates have to appear for the preliminary examination first. The Admit card for the main examination is given only to the candidates who have successfully cleared the prelims examination.