UPSSSC Assistant Boring Technician Recruitment 2026 – Complete Guide, Eligibility & How to Apply

UPSSSC Assistant Boring Technician Recruitment 2026 is a significant government job opportunity for technically qualified candidates in Uttar Pradesh. The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has officially released Advertisement No. 04-Pariksha/2026 for the post of Sahayak Boring Takneeshiyan (Assistant Boring Technician) under the Laghu Sinchai Vibhag (Minor Irrigation Department), Uttar Pradesh. A total of 402 vacancies are available for direct recruitment under this notification, published on 16 March 2026. Online applications are open from 15 April 2026, with a last date of 05 May 2026.

There is one critical prerequisite that every interested candidate must understand before applying: only those candidates who appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET-2025) and have been issued a score card by UPSSSC are eligible to apply for this main examination. Candidates who scored zero or negative marks in PET-2025 will not be shortlisted. Shortlisting for the written examination will be based on normalised PET-2025 scores.

This is a permanent post under the Uttar Pradesh state government’s Minor Irrigation Department — a department responsible for groundwater extraction and bore well infrastructure across the state. Candidates with an ITI or Nalkoop Mechanic certification who are passionate about a stable government career with 7th Pay Commission benefits, pension coverage, and long-term career growth will find this recruitment particularly rewarding. Competition is expected to be moderate given the technical eligibility bar, making this a relatively achievable opportunity compared to general state government exams.

Recruitment Overview

UPSSSC is the premier recruitment body for Group-C posts under the Government of Uttar Pradesh, conducting examinations for thousands of state government vacancies each year. Its two-tier system — PET as a gateway exam followed by post-specific main examinations — ensures that only genuinely interested and pre-qualified candidates apply for each post, reducing frivolous applications and improving the quality of the candidate pool. The Minor Irrigation Department, under which these posts fall, operates bore wells and irrigation equipment across rural Uttar Pradesh, making technical proficiency in mechanical and electrical fundamentals a genuine job requirement.

Important Dates

The notification was published on 16 March 2026. The application window opens on 15 April 2026, giving candidates nearly three weeks to prepare their documents, verify eligibility, and complete the online form. The absolute last date to submit the application and pay the fee is 05 May 2026, with a grace period for fee reconciliation until 12 May 2026. Candidates are strongly advised to apply in the very first week after 15 April — the UPSSSC portal typically experiences technical slowdowns in the final days before the deadline, and any pending fee reconciliation or form corrections could be impossible to complete after the last date. The commission does not entertain any request for deadline extension under any circumstances.

Application Fee

The application fee structure for UPSSSC ABT 2026 is notably uniform and modest. Every category — including General (Unreserved), OBC, SC, and ST — is required to pay only the Online Processing Fee of Rs. 25. There is no separate “Application Fee” component for any category. The total payable amount for all candidates is therefore just Rs. 25. Payment can be made via Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-challan. A very common mistake candidates make is attempting to pay through an unofficial payment gateway or repeating the payment after a network failure without using the “Update Your Transaction ID by Double Verification” option on the UPSSSC portal. Failed payments must be resolved through the official portal mechanism — not by making a fresh payment — to avoid duplicate charges that are non-refundable. Note: Female candidates, Ex-Servicemen, Freedom Fighter Dependants, and Divyangjans from categories 1–4 pay as per their base category.

Age Limit

For direct recruitment to the post of Assistant Boring Technician, candidates must have attained the age of 18 years and must not have crossed 40 years as on the first of July of the calendar year in which vacancies are advertised. This means, for this notification, candidates born between 02 July 1984 and 01 July 2006 (both dates indicative — verify from official notification) are eligible. To calculate your age: ensure you had completed 18 years by 1st July of the current calendar year and had not yet turned 41. Upper age limit relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC, and other categories as notified by the Government of Uttar Pradesh from time to time.

Eligibility Criteria

The educational qualification for UPSSSC ABT 2026 is very specific and must be read carefully. There are two routes to qualify: the first is through a Nalkoop Mechanic certificate from a Government Technical Centre or recognised industrial training institute. The second route is through an ITI/vocational institute certificate in one of four specified trades — Machine Mistry (Machinist), Fitter, Wireman, or Turner — with a minimum two-year course duration, OR a three-year National Apprenticeship Certificate from NCVT. Candidates who hold a certificate from Rajkiya Audyogik Prashikshan Kendra, Bakshi Ka Talab, Lucknow for the Nalkoop Mechanic course are also eligible, as this institution is officially recognised as equivalent to Lal Diggi Park, Gorakhpur. The most common eligibility mistake is assuming any ITI trade qualifies — only the four specified trades are accepted. Additionally, candidates must have passed the High School (10th class) examination from Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad, UP, or an equivalent recognised board.

Regarding final year candidates: the notification is unambiguous — all certificates must be in the possession of the candidate by the application closing date of 05 May 2026. Candidates awaiting results or not yet in possession of certificates should not apply.

Vacancy Details – Category-wise Breakdown

The total of 402 vacancies for Assistant Boring Technician under the Laghu Sinchai Vibhag, UP, are distributed across vertical (Lambvat) and horizontal (Kshaitij) reservation categories. The unreserved category holds 163 posts, making it the largest single group. OBC candidates have 107 posts reserved, SC has 82 posts, ST has 10 posts, and EWS candidates have 40 posts. Additionally, horizontal reservation exists for key groups: 8 posts are reserved for Swatantrata Sangram Senani (Freedom Fighter) dependants, 8 posts for Divyangjan (persons with disabilities) with specified sub-categories (O.A., O.L., Dw., A.A.V.), 20 posts for Ex-Servicemen, 80 posts for women, and 8 posts for outstanding sportspersons. Notably, this recruitment does not separate male and female categories in the vertical reservation — the women’s quota is a horizontal overlay. Candidates should carefully verify which horizontal reservation category applies to them before selecting it in the form, since incorrect claims can lead to cancellation.

Selection Process

The selection process for UPSSSC ABT 2026 follows the commission’s standard two-tier approach, with PET-2025 serving as the first filter already cleared by eligible candidates. The selection basis as per the official notification is written examination (likhit pariksha), with no interview component.

Stage I: PET-2025 Shortlisting (Already Completed)

Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and received a score card from UPSSSC can apply for this main examination. Shortlisting for the written exam will be done on the basis of normalised PET-2025 scores, with 15 times the number of category-wise vacancies (up to all candidates holding the last cut-off score at the decimal level) being called for the written examination. If PET was held over multiple sessions, normalisation will be done as per UPSSSC guidelines dated 22 May 2019. If you have a PET-2025 score card, you are eligible to proceed.

Stage II: Written Examination (Main Examination)

The main examination is a Computer Based Test (CBT) with one question paper of 100 marks, 100 questions, to be completed in 2 hours (120 minutes). All questions are objective multiple-choice type with one mark each. There is negative marking of 1/4 (25%) per wrong answer — one of the most important factors to keep in mind during preparation. The exam is divided into three parts: Part-1 covers subject-related technical knowledge (65 marks), Part-2 covers Computer and IT knowledge (15 marks), and Part-3 covers General Knowledge related to Uttar Pradesh (20 marks). Final merit for all posts is prepared entirely on the basis of marks obtained in the written examination.

Tiebreaker Rules

In case of equal marks in the written examination, the older candidate in age will be ranked higher. If date of birth is also the same, priority will be given based on alphabetical order of names in English (A first, B second, and so on). There is no provision for a reserve or waiting list — vacancies unfilled after declaration of the final result will be carried forward to the next recruitment cycle.

The selection process rewards consistent technical knowledge combined with accuracy — the 25% negative marking means attempting only well-known questions is safer than guessing. Candidates should target Part-3 (UP GK) as a high-scoring, easy-to-prepare section and ensure they do not lose marks unnecessarily in Part-1 by attempting unfamiliar topics.

Exam Syllabus and Pattern

The complete syllabus and examination pattern are provided in the official notification. Below is the full breakdown as specified in the notification.

Examination Pattern

Part-1 Syllabus: Subject Related Knowledge

1. Basic Safety Introduction

Basic safety introduction, personal safety, basic injury prevention, basic first aid, hazard identification and avoidance, danger, warning, safety signs for caution, personal safety messages, use of fire extinguishers, various safety standards followed in industries.

2. Basic Concepts of Electricity

Electron theory, free electrons, fundamental elements, definition, effect of electric current and its unit, definition and properties of Conductors, Insulators and Semiconductors. Solders, Flux, Soldering techniques, types and properties of Brazing Resistors, specific resistance, Ohm’s law, simple electrical circuits. Resistors, laws of resistance, series, parallel and combination circuits. Kirchhoff’s law, Wheatstone bridge theory and applications.

3. Engineering Metals

Physical Properties — colour, weight, structure, conductivity, magnetic, fusibility, specific gravity. Mechanical Properties — ductility, malleability, hardness, brittleness, toughness, tenacity and maintenance. Vernier Bevel Protectors, manufacture, grading, reading, applications. Dial Vernier Callipers, Digital Vernier Callipers.

4. Unit System

FPS, CGS, MKS/SI Units, units of length, mass and time, conversion of units.

5. Materials Science

Physical and mechanical properties, types — ferrous and non-ferrous, difference between ferrous and non-ferrous, iron, cast iron, wrought iron, introduction to steel, alloy steels, carbon steel, stainless steel, non-ferrous metals, non-ferrous alloys.

6. Mass, Weight and Density

Mass, units of mass and weight, difference between mass and weight, density, units of density, specific gravity of metals.

7. Speed and Velocity

Rest and motion, speed, velocity, difference between speed and velocity, acceleration, equations of motion, related simple problems.

8. Work, Power and Energy

Work, unit of work, unit of power, horsepower of an engine, mechanical efficiency, energy, use of energy, potential and kinetic energy, examples of potential and kinetic energy.

9. Heat and Temperature

Heat and temperature, units, difference between heat and temperature, boiling point, melting point, scale of temperature, relation between different temperature scales, thermometer, pyrometer, transmission of heat — conduction, convection, radiation.

10. Force

Definition of force, compressive, tensile, shear force and simple problems. Stress, strain, ultimate strength, factor of safety. Basic study of stress-strain curves for MS.

11. Thermometric Instruments

Specific heat of solids and liquids. Thermal conductivity, heat loss, heat gain.

12. Rotational Motion

Relation between rotational motion and linear motion, centrifugal force, centripetal force.

Part-2 Syllabus: Computer and IT Knowledge

History, introduction and application of Computer, Information Technology, Internet and World Wide Web (WWW). General knowledge related to: Hardware and Software; Input and Output; Internet Protocol/IP Address; IT gadgets and their applications; Creation of e-mail ID and use/operation of e-mail; Operation of Printer, Tablet and Mobile; Important elements of MS-Word and MS-Excel; Operating System, Social Networking, e-Governance; Digital Financial Tools and Applications; Future Skills and Cyber Security. Technological development and innovation in Computer and IT — Artificial Intelligence, Big Data Processing, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Internet of Things (IoT); India’s achievements in this field.

Part-3 Syllabus: General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh

History of Uttar Pradesh, culture, art, architecture, festivals, folk dances, literature, regional languages, heritage, social customs and tourism, geographical landscape and environment, natural resources, climate, soil, forests, wildlife, mines and minerals, economy, agriculture, industry, business and employment, polity and administration, current events and achievements of Uttar Pradesh State in various fields.

Preparation Tips Based on Actual Syllabus

For Part-1, focus primarily on Basic Safety Introduction (10 marks — the highest single topic weight) and thoroughly revise Electricity basics and Engineering Metals, as these three topics together account for 20 marks. For Part-2, computer knowledge questions at this level are typically straightforward — revise MS-Office basics, Internet fundamentals, and AI/ML awareness from standard UPSSSC computer knowledge books. For Part-3, UP GK is a high-scoring opportunity: concentrate on UP government schemes, geography, and current events from the past 12 months. Practice time management — with 100 questions in 120 minutes, you have 72 seconds per question on average.

Salary and Pay Scale

The post of Assistant Boring Technician falls under Pay Level-2 of the 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix, with a minimum basic pay of Rs. 19,900 and maximum of Rs. 63,200. In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other admissible allowances as per UP Government orders. The estimated gross monthly salary for a fresh recruit in a major city posting would be approximately Rs. 28,000–34,000, with an estimated in-hand salary of Rs. 24,000–29,000 after New Pension Scheme (NPS) contributions and other deductions. Over time, candidates can expect promotions within the Minor Irrigation Department hierarchy, and regular DA revisions by the Central/State government will increase the effective take-home pay significantly over a career span. Compared to a similar Level-2 post under UPSSSC (such as Forest Guard or Gram Panchayat Adhikari), the pay is equivalent but the competition for ABT is considerably lower due to the ITI technical qualification barrier.

How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Guide

1. Visit the official UPSSSC website (upsssc.gov.in) and navigate to the “Live Advertisement Segment” on the Homepage. Click on Advertisement No. 04-Pariksha/2026 to access the notification and application link.
2. Log in using your PET-2025 Registration Number. An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number or email ID linked to PET-2025. Enter the OTP to proceed.
3. On the Application page, your personal details from PET-2025 (name, father’s name, category, DOB, address, etc.) will be auto-displayed. Verify all details carefully. Fill in the mandatory educational qualification details including institution name, year of passing, certificate number, and marks in Part-II of the application.
4. In the “Other Details” section, fill in preference for posts (if applicable) and indicate preferential qualification (NCC ‘B’ certificate / Pradesh Sewa experience) by selecting Yes/No.
5. Review the Declaration section carefully. Tick all checkboxes to confirm agreement, enter the Verification Code, and click “Save and Submit” to proceed to fee payment.
6. Pay Rs. 25 using Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-challan. After successful payment and reconciliation, your application will be automatically submitted and displayed on screen. Download and print the application form immediately.
7. If your application is visible on screen but fee payment status is pending, use the “Update Your Transaction ID by Double Verification” option under the Applicant Segment on the homepage before the fee reconciliation deadline of 12 May 2026.

Important Instructions for Candidates

Expert Tips to Crack UPSSSC ABT Recruitment 2026

Apply in the First Week

The UPSSSC portal has a known history of slowing down in the final days before application deadlines, particularly during peak traffic hours. Since applications open on 15 April 2026 and close on 05 May 2026, the ideal window is between 15–22 April. Applying early gives you maximum time to fix any login issues, resolve fee reconciliation problems, and make corrections in the permitted fields before the 12 May 2026 correction deadline. Candidates who wait until the last 48 hours frequently find themselves locked out or unable to complete the process.

Read the Full Notification Before Filling the Form

The UPSSSC ABT 2026 notification is 33 pages long, with specific rules for every category — EWS certificate validity dates, OBC Non-Creamy Layer status, Divyangjan sub-categories, and trade equivalence rules are all mentioned in detail. Many candidates have had their applications cancelled at the document verification stage simply because they did not read the qualification section carefully and submitted an ITI certificate in a trade not listed in the notification. The four accepted trades are Machine Mistry/Machinist, Fitter, Wireman, and Turner — any other ITI trade will not qualify.

Prepare All Documents Before Starting the Application

Unlike some recruitments where documents are only checked at the final stage, UPSSSC verifies eligibility proofs at the document verification stage before the written exam itself. Create a physical document folder containing: 10th marksheet, ITI/Nalkoop Mechanic certificate, category certificate (in the exact prescribed format — a non-standard format will be rejected), EWS certificate valid for 2026-27, any horizontal reservation certificates (disability, DFF, Ex-Servicemen, sportsperson), and a set of self-attested photocopies of each. Having everything ready before you begin the form prevents mistakes from rushing.

Begin Exam Preparation from Day One

The written examination carries 100 marks with negative marking, and the final merit list is based entirely on these marks. Part-1 is the most scoring section at 65 marks but also the most technical. Start with Basic Safety Introduction (10 marks) as it is conceptual and easy to revise. Then move to Electricity basics and Engineering Metals. For Physics topics — mass, force, energy, rotational motion — standard 10th grade NCERT Physics is more than sufficient. Part-3 (UP GK) can be prepared effectively in 3–4 weeks using any standard UPSSSC GK guide. Part-2 (Computer) is straightforward if you revise MS-Office, Internet basics, and current AI/tech trends.

Avoid the Most Common Rejection Reasons

Historically, UPSSSC candidatures are cancelled at three key stages: (1) during initial scrutiny, when candidates submit applications without verifying PET-2025 eligibility or with incorrect educational qualification claims; (2) at document verification, when category certificates are in non-prescribed formats or EWS certificates are outdated; and (3) at examination, when candidates are found to have submitted incorrect information. Candidates seeking horizontal reservations (DFF, Divyangjan, Ex-Servicemen, Women, Sportspersons) must be especially careful — they must possess the certificate in the exact prescribed government format (Annexures 1–9 as listed in the notification). An unofficial format will lead to rejection even if the underlying claim is valid.

Stay Updated on Admit Card, Result, and Cut-off Dates

UPSSSC publishes all recruitment updates — shortlist for written exam, exam city, admit card, result, and final merit list — exclusively on its official website, upsssc.gov.in. There is no individual postal or email notification from UPSSSC beyond OTPs. Bookmark the portal and check it at least twice a week after submitting your application. Important: once the application correction window closes on 12 May 2026, you cannot modify any details — so treat 12 May as your final deadline for ensuring all information is accurate, not just the 05 May fee payment deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC ABT Recruitment 2026?

There are 402 vacancies for the post of Sahayak Boring Takneeshiyan (Assistant Boring Technician) under Laghu Sinchai Vibhag, Uttar Pradesh. Category-wise: UR-163, SC-82, ST-10, OBC-107, EWS-40.

Is it mandatory to have appeared in PET-2025 to apply?

Yes, absolutely. Only candidates who appeared in Preliminary Eligibility Test-2025 (PET-2025) and have been issued a score card by UPSSSC can apply for this main examination. Candidates who did not appear in PET-2025 or scored zero/negative marks are not eligible.

What is the educational qualification required for UPSSSC ABT 2026?

Candidates must have passed High School (10th class) and must hold either a Nalkoop Mechanic certificate from a recognised Government Technical Centre, or a minimum 2-year ITI/vocational institute certificate in Machine Mistry, Fitter, Wireman, or Turner trades (or a 3-year NCVT National Apprenticeship Certificate in these trades).

What is the age limit for this recruitment?

Candidates must be between 18 and 40 years of age as on the relevant reference date. Age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC, Divyangjan, Ex-Servicemen, and departmental candidates as per UP Government rules.

What is the application fee?

All categories (UR, OBC, SC, ST) pay only Rs. 25 as the Online Processing Fee. There is no additional Application Fee component. Payment can be made via Debit/Credit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-challan.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date to submit the application and pay the fee is 05 May 2026. The last date for fee reconciliation and application correction is 12 May 2026. After 12 May 2026, no changes will be accepted under any circumstances.

What is the exam pattern and is there negative marking?

The exam is a 100-mark, 100-question, 2-hour Computer Based Test (CBT). Yes, there is negative marking: 25% (¼ mark) is deducted for each wrong answer. The exam has three parts: Technical Knowledge (65 marks), Computer & IT (15 marks), and UP General Knowledge (20 marks).

What is the salary for UPSSSC Assistant Boring Technician?

The post is in Pay Level-2 of the 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix, with a basic pay range of Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200. The approximate gross monthly salary including allowances is Rs. 28,000–34,000.

Can I change my category after submitting the application?

No. Change of category is strictly not permitted after registration and final submission. If an incorrect category is selected, the candidature is liable to be cancelled outright with no appeal or recourse.

What documents are required at the document verification stage?

All original certificates claimed in the application — including 10th certificate, ITI/trade certificate, category certificate (in prescribed format), EWS certificate (valid for 2026-27), and horizontal reservation certificates (if applicable) — along with self-attested photocopies. Failure to produce any original will result in immediate disqualification.

Is the EWS certificate from any financial year acceptable?

No. EWS candidates must submit a certificate based on family income from financial year 2025-26, which must be valid for 2026-27. This certificate must be obtained between 01 April 2026 and 05 May 2026 (the application closing date). An old EWS certificate will not be accepted.

Where can I find the admit card and result for UPSSSC ABT 2026?

All updates including shortlists for the written exam, admit cards, exam schedules, results, and final merit lists are published exclusively on the official UPSSSC website: upsssc.gov.in. Candidates should check the portal regularly after application submission.