UPPSC Architectural Cum Planning Assistant Mains Admit Card 2026: Exam Dates & Pattern

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has officially released the Admit Cards for the Architectural Cum Planning Assistant Mains Examination 2026. Candidates who have successfully qualified in the preliminary screening are eligible to appear for this descriptive main stage, which is the final written hurdle before the interview process.

1. Important Dates (Mains Cycle)

2. Selection Process

The recruitment for Architectural Cum Planning Assistant involves three distinct stages:

1. Preliminary Exam: Objective screening (Shortlisting).

2. Mains Exam: Conventional (Descriptive) technical papers.

3. Interview: Personality test and portfolio review (if applicable).

3. Mains Exam Pattern

The Mains examination is conducted in two sessions on the same day. Both papers are descriptive/conventional type.

Paper-I: General Hindi and Essay

• Duration: 2 Hours

• Total Marks: 100

• Content: Hindi Grammar, Translation, Precise Writing, and an Essay on social or technical themes.

Paper-II: Architecture and Town Planning (Professional)

• Duration: 3 Hours

• Total Marks: 200

• Content: Core technical questions related to Architectural Design, Urban Planning, Building Laws, and Sustainable Development.

4. How to Download UPPSC Mains Admit Card 2026

1. Visit Official Portal: Go to uppsc.up.nic.in.

2. Activity Dashboard: Look for the link titled "Admit Card for Advt. No. A-3/E-1/2025, Architectural Cum Planning Assistant (Mains) Exam-2026".

3. Authentication: Enter your Registration Number, Date of Birth, and Gender.

4. Verification: Enter the Verification Code (Captcha) as shown on the screen.

5. Download: Click on "Download Admit Card" and save the PDF.

6. Print: Take two clear printouts. Check if your center code and address are clearly legible.

5. Mandatory Documents for Exam Center

Candidates must carry the following to the UPPSC designated center (usually in Prayagraj or Lucknow):

• Printed Mains Admit Card.

• Original Photo ID: Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Passport.

• Two Passport Photos: Attested by a Gazetted Officer if the photo on the admit card is not clear.

• Original Certificates: While not required inside the hall, it is advised to carry a set of photocopies of your degree/diploma as per the Mains application instructions.

6. Syllabus Highlights (Paper-II)

• History of Architecture: Evolution of Indian and Western architectural styles.

• Urban Planning: Master Plans, Zonal Development Plans, and Land Use regulations.

• Building Construction: Materials, structural systems, and services (HVAC, Plumbing).

• UP Building Bye-laws: Specific regulations applicable to Uttar Pradesh urban development.

• Environmental Planning: Green buildings, EIA (Environmental Impact Assessment), and waste management.

7. Important Instructions for Candidates

• Reporting: Reach the venue by 08:30 AM for the morning session.

• Stationery: Use only Black/Blue Ballpoint pen. For technical drawings in Paper II, pencils and scales are permitted unless specified otherwise.

• Log Tables/Calculators: Non-programmable calculators are usually permitted for technical calculations. Check the specific instruction on your admit card.

• No Late Entry: Entry will not be permitted after the commencement of the exam under any circumstances.

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