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The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) is all set to conduct the Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) Preliminary Exam on Sunday, 27 July 2025, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM in a single shift across all 75 UP districts.
Over 10.76 lakh candidates have applied for just 411 vacancies, making it one of the most competitive recruitments in recent times.
The Admit Card is expected to be released 7–10 days prior, likely between the second week of July 2025, and will be mandatory to download from the official UPPSC portal using registration credentials.
Exam Structure & Pattern
🔍 Selection Process
- Preliminary Exam (Objective)
- Mains Exam (Objective + Descriptive)
- Typing Test (only for ARO posts)
- Document Verification (Final Stage)
📄 Prelims Exam Pattern (27 July)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 140 | 140 | 2 hours |
| General Hindi | 60 | 60 | 1 hour |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 3 hours |
- Negative marking: −0.33 per wrong answer; +1 per correct
📝 Mains Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Ques/Type | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | General Studies | Objective (120) | 120 | 2 hours |
| II | General Hindi & Drafting | Part I: Conventional (100)<br>Part II: Vocabulary (60) | 160 | 2h30 + 30 mins |
| III | Hindi Essay | Subjective (3) | 120 | 3 hours |
- Negative marking applicable in objective sections
📚 Syllabus Overview
Prelims
- General Studies: Indian history, polity, economy, geography, agriculture, science, UP state knowledge, current affairs & culture
- General Hindi: Vocabulary, grammar, synonyms, antonyms, sentence correction, word usage
Mains
- Paper II: Precis writing, correspondence, official letters, vocabulary
- Paper III: Essay topics across literature, social, political, economics, environment, current events, national plans, disasters
🚦 Cut-off Insights
While 2025 cut-off is yet to be released, past trends suggest:
Preliminary (2021)
- General: 125–135
- OBC: 125–130
- SC: 105–112
- ST: 90–110
- PWD: 85–95
Mains Expected (2021)
- General: 265–275
- OBC: 259–270
- SC: 230–245
- PWD/ST: ~225–235
- Female candidates: ~249–255
💰 RO / ARO Salary Structure
- Review Officer (RO): Pay Level 8 — ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100/month
- Assistant Review Officer (ARO): Pay Level 7 — ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400/month
Additional allowances such as DA, HRA, and others apply as per government norms.
✅ Quick Guide for Aspirants
- Admit Card: Download from UPPSC site as soon as available in mid-July.
- Exam Day: Reach 60+ minutes early, carry admit card, valid ID, and stationery; strictly avoid electronic gadgets.
- Prelims Prep: Focus on General Studies & Hindi with high accuracy; practice time management.
- Mains + Typing Test: Post prelims, cover drafting, precis, essay writing, and Hindi typing proficiency (25 WPM).
- Post-Mains: Subject to Typing Test for ARO and document verification for final selection.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 🎯
The admit card is expected in the second week of July 2025, about a week before the exam.
The Prelims exam will be conducted on 27th July 2025.
There are 411 total vacancies, including 334 for RO and 77 for ARO.
Yes, 0.33 marks are deducted for each wrong answer in Prelims.
RO earns between ₹47,600–₹1,51,100, while ARO earns ₹44,900–₹1,42,400, plus allowances.
🧠 Conclusion
With the UPPSC RO ARO exam date confirmed for 27 July 2025, aspirants now have clarity and focus. The high competition underscores the importance of strategic preparation and consistency. Make sure to download your admit card, plan your schedule effectively, and cover both objective and descriptive sections thoroughly.
Are you ready to take the leap and ace this highly competitive exam?
