UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026 OUT, Direct Link to Download Response Sheet PDF at upsssc.gov.in
The UPSSSC has released the answer key of the UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam 2026 on its official website. Candidates can now download and check the answer key to calculate their estimated marks. Check all the details here.
Key Points
- UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026 released on August 24, 2026, at upsssc.gov.in.
- Exam conducted on Aug 23, 2026; key available Aug 24-30, 2026 for download.
- 0.25 marks deducted for incorrect answers; objections can be raised soon.
UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection (UPSSSC) has officially released the Lower Provincial Civil Services (PCS) answer key on its official website at upsssc.gov.in. The test was conducted in offline pen and paper mode on August 23, 2026 in a single shift from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM across various exam centres. Candidates who participated in the exam can now download and check the provisional answer key and their response sheet. One mark is awarded for each correct answer while 0.25 marks would be deducted for every incorrect . The answer key would be available on the website for a specific time period August 24, 2026 to August 30, 2026
The provisional answer key helps to calculate the estimated marks before the final answer key is released by the commission.
UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026 Download Link
Candidates can now download and check the UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026 through the direct link given below and are advised to calculate their tentative score as per the prescribed answer key. Check and download the answer Key and official notification PDF from the direct link given below
| UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026 Official Notice | |
| UPSSSC Lower Official Answer Key 2026 |
UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam 2026 Highlights
The UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam 2026 was held on August 23, 2026 in a single shift from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The recruitment is conducted under the Advt No 7 Exam /2026. A total of 2587 vacancies will be filled across various post. Check the table below for overall details.
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Authority | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission |
| Exam Name | UPSSSC Lower PCS Exam 2026 |
| Exam Date | August 23, 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | August 24 , 2026 |
| Mode of Answer Key | Online |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Marks |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Steps to Download UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026
Candidates can follow the simple steps given below to download the UPSSSC ASO & ARO Answer Key 2026-
-
Visit the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in.
-
On the homepage and click on the Latest News section.
-
There you will find a link' UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026, click on it
-
Then the answer key would open on your device
-
Click the 'Download' button to access the answer key PDF.
-
Compare your responses with the official answers to calculate your estimated scores
-
Download and save for future references.
What’s Next After UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026?
After the release of the UPSSSC Lower PCS Answer Key 2026, candidates can now download the answer key PDC and compare their response with the provisional answer key to calculate estimated scores. If any mistakes are found you can raise objections against an answer with proper documentary evidence. The objection dates will be notified soon. UPSSSC will then review representations received and will then issue the final answer key. The result will be made based on this answer key, after which candidates will move to the next stage of recruitment process
Deepanshu Upadhayaya is an education journalist with expertise in covering recruitment examinations, government job notifications, and UPSC success stories. Over the course of his career, he has worked with leading media organizations such as Times Network Digital and is currently associated with Jagran New Media, where he covers competitive examinations, recruitment drives, admit cards, results, and exam preparation-related content. A graduate of Motilal Nehru College, University of Delhi, Deepanshu brings a strong understanding of the education sector, through his accurate, timely, and reader-friendly approach. He also holds Master's degrees in Economics and Mass Communication. Apart from covering education news, Deepanshu enjoys singing, playing cricket, and reading books. He can be reached at deepanshu.upadhayaya@jagrannewmedia.com.
