Overview
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has activated the mains examination fee payment facility for the Forensic Science Laboratory recruitment under Advt. No. 15-Exam/2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 208 Scientific Assistant and Laboratory Assistant posts in Uttar Pradesh. Eligible candidates should pay the prescribed fee through the official portal before the closing date announced by the commission.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post Name | Scientific Assistant and Laboratory Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 208 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
Candidates should regularly check their registration dashboard and the official notice section because the detailed fee payment schedule may be updated separately. Payment should not be postponed until the final day, as transaction processing or portal traffic could cause delays.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | Fee payment facility active; exact date TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Applicants must possess the post-specific science qualification prescribed for Scientific Assistant or Laboratory Assistant in the detailed advertisement.
- Scientific Assistant candidates are generally required to hold a relevant graduate or postgraduate degree in a science discipline, depending on the subject or laboratory division selected.
- Laboratory Assistant applicants must have the relevant science qualification specified for the post in the official notification.
- Candidates must satisfy any subject combination, experience, UPSSSC preliminary eligibility test or other shortlisting condition stated in Advt. No. 15-Exam/2026.
- The required qualification must have been obtained from a recognized university, institution or board by the applicable eligibility date.
- Applicants should read the post-wise eligibility table before paying the mains examination fee, as payment does not override an eligibility deficiency.
Age Limit
- The usual minimum age is expected to be 18 or 21 years, depending on the post.
- The upper age limit is generally 40 years, subject to the conditions in the detailed notification.
- Age will be calculated with reference to the cut-off date prescribed by UPSSSC.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit will apply to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, Other Backward Class and other eligible categories in accordance with Uttar Pradesh government rules.
- Candidates must verify the exact post-wise age requirement before completing the payment.
Fees
- Mains examination fee: ₹25.
- The fee must be paid through the online payment options available on the UPSSSC candidate portal.
- Bank, payment gateway or transaction charges may apply separately.
- Candidates should retain the digital receipt and verify that the payment status has changed to successful.
- Payment of the mains fee does not amount to submission of a fresh application or guarantee permission to appear in the examination.
Selection Process
The recruitment process is expected to involve the following stages:
- Shortlisting of eligible candidates: Candidates may be shortlisted for the mains examination on the basis of the applicable UPSSSC eligibility or preliminary examination conditions mentioned in the advertisement.
- Mains written examination: Shortlisted applicants will appear for a written test covering the relevant subject knowledge, technical topics and other prescribed sections.
- Document verification and final appointment formalities: Candidates qualifying in the mains examination will be called for verification of educational, category and identity documents, followed by other required checks.
Final selection will depend on performance in the notified stages, fulfilment of eligibility conditions and verification of original records.
How to Apply
- Visit the UPSSSC official website at upsssc.gov.in.
- Open the candidate login, live advertisement or fee payment section displayed on the homepage.
- Locate Forensic Science Laboratory Recruitment, Advt. No. 15-Exam/2026.
- Sign in using the required registration number, date of birth, password or other credentials.
- Confirm the candidate’s name, selected post, category and application details shown on the screen.
- Select the mains examination fee payment option and pay ₹25 using the available online method.
- Wait for the transaction confirmation and check whether the portal displays a successful payment status.
- Download the fee receipt and print the final application or payment confirmation page for future reference.
- If money is deducted but the status remains unsuccessful, candidates should avoid repeated payments until checking the transaction instructions or grievance facility.
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FAQs
1. What is the UPSSSC FSL mains examination fee?
The prescribed mains examination fee is ₹25, excluding any applicable transaction charges.
2. How many vacancies are available under this recruitment?
The recruitment covers 208 vacancies for Scientific Assistant and Laboratory Assistant posts.
3. Can a new candidate apply through the mains fee payment link?
No. The facility is intended for eligible candidates connected with Advt. No. 15-Exam/2026. Applicants should confirm their shortlisting or payment eligibility after logging into the UPSSSC portal.
