UPSSSC ASO-ARO Vacancy 2026 : The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially started the application process for Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) and Assistant Research Officer (ARO) Recruitment 2026. Interested and eligible candidates can now apply online through the official website. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 929 vacancies across multiple departments.
Important Dates –
| Online Apply Start Date | 21 April 2026 |
| Online Last Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 18 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | Notify Later |
Total Vacancies Breakdown
Here is the detailed distribution of posts:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) – Economics & Statistics Division | 267 |
| ASO (Special Recruitment) | 234 |
| ASO – State Tax Commissioner Office | 44 |
| ASO – Forest Conservator Office | 22 |
| ASO (Special Recruitment) – Forest Department | 16 |
| ASO – Directorate of Training & Employment | 08 |
| ASO – State Planning Institute | 36 |
| ASO (Special Recruitment) – Planning Institute | 02 |
| ASO – Registrar Cooperative Societies | 90 |
| ASO (Special Recruitment) – Cooperative | 20 |
| ASO – SC/ST Research & Training Institute | 05 |
| ASO – Animal Husbandry Directorate | 24 |
| ASO (Special Recruitment) – Animal Husbandry | 03 |
| ASO – Sugarcane & Sugar Establishment | 38 |
| ASO – Medical & Health Services | 18 |
| ASO – Irrigation & Water Resources | 10 |
| ASO (Special Recruitment) – Irrigation | 01 |
| Assistant Research Officer (Statistics) – Financial Planning | 12 |
| ARO (Special Recruitment) – Financial Planning | 01 |
| Total | 929 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for these posts must meet the following requirements:
- A postgraduate degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Commerce, or Economics from a recognized university
- Basic computer knowledge, such as an ‘O’ Level diploma or a one-year computer course
- Ability to read and write Hindi in Devanagari script
Preference Criteria
- Candidates with at least 2 years of service in the Territorial Army
- Candidates holding an NCC ‘B’ Certificate
Age Limit ( 01.07.2026 )
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age (General Category): 40 years
- Maximum Age (OBC): 43 years
- Maximum Age (SC/ST): 45 years
Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
Fee Details
| General/ OBC / EWS | Rs. 25/- |
| SC/ST | Rs. 25/- |
| PH | Rs. 25/- |
Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted in three stages:
PET 2025 Score
- Candidates must have appeared in the PET 2025 exam. Shortlisting will be based on PET scores.
Main Written Examination
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for the main exam. Performance in this stage is crucial for further selection.
Document Verification
- Candidates who clear the main exam will undergo document verification. Final selection will be made after verifying all certificates.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to complete your application:
- Visit the official UPSSSC website
- Click on the “ASO-ARO Recruitment 2026” link on the homepage
- Log in using your One Time Registration (OTR) details
- Fill out the application form carefully
- Upload required documents, photograph, and signature
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference
Important Useful Links
| Apply Now | Click Here |
| Official Notification Download | Download |
| Exam Pattern/ Syllabus Download | Click Here |
| UPSSSC Official Website | Click Here |
This recruitment offers a significant opportunity for candidates with a background in statistics and related fields to secure a government job in Uttar Pradesh. Applicants are advised to carefully read all instructions and apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.
FAQs – UPSSSC ASO-ARO Recruitment 2026
21 April 2026
11 May 2026
929 posts
Candidates must have a postgraduate degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Commerce, or Economics.
official UPSSSC website