UPSSSC PET Answer Key 2026 – Download Master Question Paper with Key
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the provisional answer key for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026. Candidates who appeared for the examination can now download the master question paper with answer key for their exam date and shift, compare it with their responses, and estimate their score. The PET 2026 was held on 25 October, 30 October and 1 November 2026, in two shifts each day.
The answer key has been released under Advertisement No. 16-Exam/2026. Candidates should match the key for the correct date, shift and master question-paper set before calculating their marks, as the examination was held in six shifts.
UPSSSC PET Answer Key 2026 – Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting authority | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Exam name | Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2026 |
| Advertisement number | 16-Exam/2026 |
| Exam dates | 25 October, 30 October and 1 November 2026 |
| Answer key status | Provisional answer key released on 2 November 2026 |
| Answer key format | Master question paper with answer key, shift-wise |
| Marking | 1 mark for a correct answer; 0.25 mark deducted for a wrong answer |
| Score card validity | 3 years |
| Official website | https://upsssc.gov.in/ |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application start | 3 August 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 7 September 2026 |
| Last date for fee payment | 7 September 2026 |
| Correction date | 8 September 2026 |
| Exam city available | 12 October 2026 |
| Admit card available | 15 October 2026 |
| Exam dates | 25 October, 30 October and 1 November 2026 |
| Answer key available | 2 November 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) / OBC / EWS | Rs. 185 |
| SC / ST | Rs. 95 |
| PH (Divyang) | Rs. 25 |
The fee could be paid through UPI, debit card, credit card or net banking.
Eligibility
Candidates needed a minimum of Class 10 (High School) from a recognised board, or any higher qualification from a recognised university in India. The age limit as on 1 July 2026 was 18 to 40 years, with age relaxation as per UPSSSC PET rules.
How to Check UPSSSC PET Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official UPSSSC website at https://upsssc.gov.in/.
- Open the answer key notice for PET 2026 (Advertisement No. 16-Exam/2026).
- Select the master question paper with answer key for your exam date and shift.
- Download the PDF and compare it with your responses.
- Calculate your estimated score using 1 mark for a correct answer and a deduction of 0.25 mark for a wrong answer. Unanswered questions carry no marks.
Candidates who find an error in the provisional key should raise their objection through the official UPSSSC portal, following the procedure and schedule given in the official answer key notice. The final answer key will be prepared after objections are examined.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| UPSSSC Official Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the UPSSSC PET 2026 answer key released?
The provisional answer key was released on 2 November 2026.
On which dates was UPSSSC PET 2026 held?
The examination was held on 25 October, 30 October and 1 November 2026, in two shifts each day.
How is the PET score calculated?
Each correct answer carries 1 mark and each wrong answer deducts 0.25 mark.
Where can I download the official answer key?
From the official UPSSSC website, https://upsssc.gov.in/, through the PET 2026 answer key notice.
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