UP Youth Welfare Recruitment: 412 Vacancies Announced for Officers and Instructors

UP Youth Welfare and Provincial Guard Recruitment Notification

The Uttar Pradesh Youth Welfare and Provincial Guard Department has announced a recruitment drive for 412 positions. This includes roles for Regional Youth Welfare and Provincial Development Team Officers as well as Physical Training Instructors.

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has published the official notification regarding these vacancies. The application window opens on October 16 and will remain open until November 6, 2026. This recruitment is detailed under Advertisement No. 23-Exam/2026. It is important to note that only candidates who have participated in the UPSSSC PET 2025 and possess a valid PET score are eligible to apply. Candidate selection will be based on the normalized scores from the PET 2025.

Breakdown of Vacancies

The recruitment consists of 412 total positions, with the majority being 368 for Regional Youth Welfare and Provincial Development Team Officers, and 44 for Physical Training Instructors. The distribution of the Regional Youth Welfare Officer roles includes 142 in the 'Special Selection' category and 226 in the 'General Selection' category. The Physical Training Instructor positions are evenly split, with 22 for Special Selection and 22 for General Selection.

Eligibility Criteria

Graduation Requirement

Candidates applying for the Regional Youth Welfare and Provincial Development Team Officer position must have a graduation degree from a recognized university in India. Similarly, a graduation degree is required for the Physical Training Instructor role, along with qualifications in physical education such as D.P.Ed., B.P.Ed., or an equivalent. Additional qualifications like B.P.Ed./D.P.Ed., relevant organizational experience, a minimum of two years in the Territorial Army, and an NCC ‘B’ Certificate may provide preference under certain conditions.

Age Limit and Application Fee

Age Requirements

Applicants must be aged between 21 and 40 years as of July 1, 2026. Relaxations in the upper age limit will be provided to candidates from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and other reserved categories as per Uttar Pradesh government regulations. A processing fee of ₹25 is required at the time of application, with shortlisted candidates needing to pay an additional fee for the main examination.

Application Timeline

The online application process for the UPSSSC Youth Welfare Officer Recruitment 2026 starts on October 16 and concludes on November 6, 2026. Candidates will have until November 13, 2026, to pay fees and make necessary corrections to their applications. Applications can be submitted through the official website using the PET 2026 registration details, and it is advisable to keep a printed copy of the completed form for future reference.

Selection Process Overview

The selection process will commence with the shortlisting of candidates for the main examination based on their normalized PET 2025 scores. This will be followed by a written examination. Candidates must also pass physical measurement and efficiency tests, followed by document verification and the preparation of a final merit list. Candidates with a zero or negative PET score will not be eligible for the main examination. Specific physical standards are also set for the Regional Youth Welfare Officer position.

Salary Structure

Compensation Details

The Regional Youth Welfare and Provincial Development Corps Officer position is classified under Pay Level 5, offering a salary range of ₹29,200 to ₹92,300. In contrast, the Physical Training Instructor role falls under Pay Level 6, with a salary range of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400.