UPPSC RO ARO Syllabus 2026: Prelims 200 Questions, 200 Marks, Exam Pattern

Last Update: 30 October 2026

Short Information: The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released the syllabus for the Review Officer (RO) / Assistant Review Officer (ARO) recruitment 2026. The Prelims will have 200 questions for 200 marks.

UPPSC — RO / ARO Syllabus 2026

Important Dates | Application Fee

Event Date
Advertisement No. A-4/E-1/2026, dated 26 October 2026
Total posts 501 (RO, ARO + Account, Manager, Care-Taker, Receptionist, Store Keeper)
Application window 26 October – 26 November 2026
Form correction Till 3 December 2026
Prelims pattern 1 paper, 200 questions / 200 marks / 3 hours
Negative marking 1/3 mark deducted per wrong answer
Qualifying marks 40% (35% for SC/ST)

Age Limit

Check official notification for the age limit.

Vacancy Details

Prelims Section Questions
General Studies (GS) 140
General Hindi 60
Total 200

The Mains will have papers on General Studies, General Hindi and Drafting, General Vocabulary and Hindi Essay. Check official notification for the Mains total marks. ARO posts also have a Hindi typing test (25 words per minute).

How to Apply

  • Visit the UPPSC website uppsc.up.nic.in.
  • Read the RO/ARO advertisement A-4/E-1/2026 and the syllabus.
  • Apply online before 26 November 2026.
  • Prepare for both General Studies and General Hindi for Prelims.

Important Links

Official Website uppsc.up.nic.in

This is a private information portal (not a government website). Read the official notification for the exam pattern.

FAQ

Q: How many questions are in UPPSC RO/ARO Prelims?
A: 200 questions for 200 marks, in 3 hours.

Q: What are the Prelims sections?
A: General Studies (140 questions) and General Hindi (60 questions).

Q: What is the negative marking?
A: 1/3 mark is deducted per wrong answer.

Q: What are the qualifying marks?
A: 40% (35% for SC/ST).

Q: Is there a typing test for ARO?
A: Yes, a Hindi typing test at 25 words per minute.