UPSSSC ASO / ARO Recruitment 2026: 929 Assistant Statistical Officer Notification Out!

📌 Overview of UPSSSC ASO / ARO Recruitment 2026

📅 Important Recruitment Dates

Staying updated with the timeline is crucial for a successful application. Note these dates carefully:

• ✅ Notification Release: March 20, 2026
• ✅ Online Application Starts: April 21, 2026
• ✅ Registration Last Date: May 11, 2026
• ✅ Last Date for Fee Payment: May 11, 2026
• ✅ Form Correction Window: May 18, 2026

📊 Detailed Vacancy Breakdown

The 929 vacancies are divided into two primary roles across different state departments:

🎓 Academic & Technical Eligibility

To be eligible for the ASO/ARO main examination, candidates must satisfy the following three-tier criteria:

🎯 Age Limit (As of July 1, 2026)

The commission has set a wide age bracket to accommodate both freshers and experienced professionals:

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years

Note: Standard age relaxation applies for SC, ST, OBC, and PWD candidates belonging to Uttar Pradesh as per State Govt rules.

📌 Step-by-Step Selection Process

The journey from an aspirant to a government officer involves three major stages:

1. PET Score Shortlisting: Based on the PET 2025 marks, candidates will be shortlisted for the Mains exam in a ratio decided by the commission.
2. Main Written Exam: A specialized paper focusing on General Knowledge, Hindi, and elective subjects (Statistics/Maths/Economics).
3. Document Verification (DV): Candidates who clear the cutoff will be called to verify their educational and technical credentials.

📝 How to Apply for UPSSSC ASO ARO 2026

Follow these steps to ensure your application is submitted without errors:

1. Navigate to the UPSSSC official portal: upsssc.gov.in.
2. Under the 'Applicant Segment', click on 'Candidate Registration'.
3. Authenticate yourself using either Personal Details or OTP via your PET 2025 Registration Number.
4. Your basic details will be fetched automatically. Complete the remaining academic information.
5. Upload your photo and signature (these are usually pre-fetched from your PET data).
6. Submit the application fee of ₹25 (for all categories) through SBI m-collect.
7. Download and print the final application form for your records.

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