Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released Advertisement No. 22-Exam/2026 for the Sports Directorate Main Examination (PET-2025)/22. The recruitment is being conducted for 108 vacancies in the Sports Directorate, Uttar Pradesh.
The vacancies include Up Krida Adhikari, Assistant Coach and other sports-related posts. Eligible candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and have been issued a PET-2025 score card can apply online through the UPSSSC website.
The online application process will start on 14 October 2026. The last date to register, pay the fee and submit the online application is 04 November 2026. The last date for fee adjustment and application correction is 11 November 2026.
Official Notification PDF: UPSSSC Assistant Coach, Groundsman and More Recruitment 2026
UPSSSC Sports Directorate Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Department | Sports Directorate, Uttar Pradesh |
| Advertisement No. | 22-Exam/2026 |
| Exam | Sports Directorate Main Examination (PET-2025)/22 |
| Total Vacancies | 108 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Last Date | 04 November 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 11 November 2026 |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
UPSSSC Sports Directorate Vacancy 2026
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groundsman | 02 | Level 4 | ₹25,500 - ₹81,100 |
| Groundsman (Special Selection) | 01 | Level 4 | ₹25,500 - ₹81,100 |
| Up Krida Adhikari | 44 | Level 6 | ₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400 |
| Up Krida Adhikari (Special Selection) | 06 | Level 6 | ₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400 |
| Assistant Coach (Athletics) | 24 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 |
| Assistant Coach (Athletics) - Special Selection | 01 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 |
| Life Guard | 15 | Level 3 | ₹21,700 - ₹69,100 |
| Life Guard (Special Selection) | 03 | Level 3 | ₹21,700 - ₹69,100 |
| Assistant Coach (Cricket) | 01 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 |
| Assistant Coach (Football) | 01 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 |
| Assistant Coach (Shooting) | 01 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 |
| Assistant Coach (Weightlifting) | 01 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 |
| Assistant Coach (Volleyball) | 01 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 |
| Assistant Coach (Wrestling) | 01 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 |
| Assistant Coach (Hockey) | 02 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 |
| Assistant Coach (Tennis) | 01 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 |
| Assistant Coach (Handball) | 01 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 |
| Assistant Coach (Archery) | 01 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 |
| Assistant Coach (Lawn Tennis) | 01 | Level 5 | ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 |
UPSSSC Sports Directorate Recruitment 2026 - Salary
The pay level varies according to the post. The notification specifies:
- Level 6: ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 for Up Krida Adhikari.
- Level 5: ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 for Assistant Coach and related posts.
- Level 4: ₹25,500 to ₹81,100 for Groundsman.
- Level 3: ₹21,700 to ₹69,100 for Life Guard.
UPSSSC Sports Directorate Recruitment 2026 - Educational Qualification
The educational and sports qualifications vary according to the post.
For the sports-related posts, candidates are required to possess the qualifications prescribed under the applicable Uttar Pradesh Sports Directorate service rules. The notification provides separate eligibility requirements for Up Krida Adhikari, Assistant Coach and other posts.
For Assistant Coach posts, the notification specifies relevant sports qualifications, physical education qualifications and/or coaching experience depending upon the particular sport.
UPSSSC Sports Directorate Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
The notification prescribes the applicable age requirements for the advertised posts. The age provisions are based on the relevant Sports Directorate service rules, with applicable relaxation for eligible reserved categories.
UPSSSC Sports Directorate Recruitment 2026 - PET-2025 Eligibility
This recruitment is based on the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test-2025 (PET-2025).
Only candidates who have appeared in PET-2025 and have been issued a PET-2025 score card can apply for the advertised posts, subject to fulfilling the required post-wise eligibility conditions.
UPSSSC Sports Directorate Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| Other Backward Class | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| Scheduled Caste | ₹25 | ₹25 | ₹50 |
| Scheduled Tribe | ₹25 | ₹25 | ₹50 |
UPSSSC Sports Directorate Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
The selection process involves shortlisting through PET-2025 followed by the UPSSSC Main Examination and the post-specific selection requirements prescribed for the Sports Directorate posts.
- PET-2025 Score-based Shortlisting
- UPSSSC Main Written Examination
- Post-specific physical/sports requirements, wherever applicable
- Final Selection
UPSSSC Sports Directorate Main Exam Pattern 2026
The Main Examination consists of 100 questions for 100 marks and has a duration of two hours (120 minutes).
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | General Knowledge and Sports-related Information | 65 | 65 |
| Part 2 | Knowledge of Concepts of Computer and Information Technology and Contemporary Technological Development | 15 | 15 |
| Part 3 | General Information related to the State of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 | |
UPSSSC Sports Directorate Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 04 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Adjustment & Application Correction | 11 November 2026 |
How to Apply for UPSSSC Sports Directorate Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official UPSSSC website.
- Open Advertisement No. 22-Exam/2026.
- Log in using the required PET-2025 registration details.
- Complete the online application form.
- Select the applicable post and enter the required details.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable fee.
- Submit the application form before 04 November 2026.
- Download and save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
