Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission · 22 Exam/2026
UPSSSC Sports Directorate Recruitment 2026
UPSSSC Sports Directorate Recruitment 2026 invites eligible candidates with a valid UPSSSC PET-2025 scorecard to apply for 108 vacancies in Groundsman, Lifeguard, Assistant Coach and Deputy Sports Officer posts. Applications are open from 14 October to 4 November 2026. Advertisement No. 22-Exam/2026.
Recruitment overview
What this notification covers
A total of 108 vacancies are reported across Groundsman, Lifeguard (Jeevan Rakshak), Assistant Coach and Deputy Sports Officer positions in Uttar Pradesh.
Applicants must have appeared in the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET)-2025 and possess a valid scorecard. Educational qualifications, sports-coaching credentials and relevant experience depend on the post.
Online applications are scheduled from 14 October 2026 to 4 November 2026. The correction and fee-reconciliation deadline is 11 November 2026. The main examination date is to be announced by UPSSSC.
Candidates should read the official notification carefully to confirm post-specific qualifications, vacancies, age requirements, pay levels and selection rules before applying.
Posts & vacancies
Available posts
| Post | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Groundsman | 3 | Pay Matrix Level 4, ₹25500–₹81100 |
| Lifeguard (Jeevan Rakshak) | 18 | Pay Matrix Level 3, ₹21700–₹69100 |
| Deputy Sports Officer (Up Kreedadhikari) | 50 | Pay Matrix Level 6, ₹35400–₹112400 |
| Assistant Coach (various sports) | 37 | Pay Matrix Level 5, ₹29200–₹92300 |
Eligibility
Qualification and age rules
ITI (Industrial Training Institute)
Mandatory prerequisite: Valid UPSSSC PET-2025 scorecard.
Groundsman: High School (Class 10) or equivalent, with relevant sports-ground preparation/maintenance knowledge and experience as specified in the official notification.
Lifeguard (Jeevan Rakshak): Class 10 or equivalent and the prescribed lifesaving experience.
Assistant Coach: Graduation and the required coaching diploma/credentials and experience in the relevant sport.
Deputy Sports Officer (Up Kreedadhikari): Graduation from a recognized university, a recognized coaching diploma in the relevant sport, and the required coaching experience.
Post-specific qualifications and experience requirements must be verified against the official notification.
Fees & pay
Application cost and compensation
- General₹25.00 · Online processing fee
- OBC₹25.00 · Online processing fee
- EWS₹25.00 · Online processing fee
- SC₹25.00 · Online processing fee
- ST₹25.00 · Online processing fee
- PwD/PH₹25.00 · Online processing fee
Important dates
Recruitment timeline
- Recruitment advertisement publishedAdvertisement No. 22-Exam/2026
- Applications open
- Online applications openOnline application and processing fee
- Application and fee deadlineComplete the online application and fee payment
- Application deadline
- Application correction and fee reconciliation deadlineCheck the official portal for applicable correction rules
Selection process
How candidates are selected
- 1PET-2025 shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted based on their valid UPSSSC PET-2025 score.
- 2Written main examination
Eligible shortlisted candidates appear for the UPSSSC Sports Directorate main examination.
- 3Document verification
Original educational, sports, experience, category and identity documents are checked.
Syllabus
What to prepare
Documents
Documents to keep ready
- UPSSSC PET-2025 scorecardMandatory prerequisite
- Educational certificates and marksheetsAs required for the selected post
- Sports coaching diploma/certificateRequired for relevant coaching and officer posts
- Experience certificateAs required for the selected post
- Category certificateIf claiming reservation or age relaxation
- Photo identity proofAs required by UPSSSC
- Recent photographUpload according to portal specifications
- SignatureUpload according to portal specifications
How to apply
Use the official route only
2. Open the live advertisement for Sports Directorate Main Examination 2026, Advertisement No. 22-Exam/2026.
3. Log in or register using the required candidate credentials and PET-2025 details.
4. Complete the application and confirm your personal details, qualifications, sports credentials and experience.
5. Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
6. Pay the applicable online processing fee.
7. Review the form carefully and submit it before the deadline.
8. Save the final submitted application and payment confirmation.
Check the official portal for current instructions and any post-specific requirements.
FAQs
Questions about this recruitment
How many vacancies are available?
The recruitment listing reports 108 vacancies.
Which advertisement number applies?
Advertisement No. 22-Exam/2026.
What is the application deadline?
4 November 2026.
What is the correction deadline?
11 November 2026.
Is UPSSSC PET-2025 required?
Yes, a valid PET-2025 scorecard is reported as a mandatory prerequisite.
What is the age limit?
The maximum age is reported as 40 years, while the minimum age varies by post; age is calculated as of 1 July 2026.
What is the application fee?
The reported online processing fee is ₹25 for all listed categories; verify any separate main-examination fee.
When will the written examination take place?
The date has not yet been announced in the recruitment listing.
Where can I find the official notification?
Visit the official UPSSSC website and open Advertisement No. 22-Exam/2026.