The UPCISB Recruitment 2026 drive for 252 Junior Engineer (JE) and Assistant Engineer (AE) posts exam date is yet to be announced. The UP Co-operative Institutional Service Board (UPSISB), Lucknow, had opened applications for these technical posts as part of its larger Combined Co-operative Banking, Non-Banking and Technical Services Examination (General Recruitment). Candidates who applied can now check the confirmed written exam schedule below.
The blog covers everything aspirants need to know about the UPCISB recruitment cycle. This includes vacancy break-up, exam dates, exam pattern, negative marking, admit card and direct link to the official notification.
UPCISB Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview
Check out the UPCISB Recruitment 2026 details given below:
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | UP Cooperative Institutional Service Board (UPCISB) |
| Posts | Junior Engineer (JE), Assistant Engineer (AE) |
| Total Vacancies | 252 |
| Application Dates | 25 April 2026- 15 May 2026 |
| Exam Dates | 17-21 September 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Interview/Skill Test + Document Verification |
| Official Website | upcisb.upsdc.gov.in |
UPCISB Recruitment 2026 Exam Date
The written examination under this UPCISB recruitment drive is scheduled to be held between 17 and 21 September 2026 in a computer-based format. It must be conducted in multiple shifts across various exam centres in Uttar Pradesh. This schedule covers JE, AE and other technical and non-technical posts advertised under the same recruitment cycle.
The UPCISB JE and AE posts had earlier been postponed. The board planned the exam in July 2026. Candidates must keep checking the UPCISB official website regularly.
UPCISB JE & AE Vacancy Details
A total of 252 vacancies have been announced for engineering posts under this UPCISB JE and JE cycle. Check out the post-wise break up given below:
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 32 |
| Assistant Engineer (Electrical) | 2 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 211 |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | 7 |
| Total | 252 |
Those 252 technical posts form part of a much larger UPCISB drive of 2085 permanent posts spread across 29 designations. It includes managerial, banking and clerical roles in cooperative institutions across Uttar Pradesh.
UPCISB Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF
UPCISB Eligibility Criteria
Check out the UPCISB Eligibility criteria given below:
| Post | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
| Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical) | BTech/BE in the relevant discipline | 21-40 years |
| Junior Engineer (Civil/Engineer) | Diploma or BTech in the relevant discipline | 21-40 years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 Years), PwBD (10 years) and departmental employees (5 years).
UPCISB Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern & Negative Marking
The selection exam for this UPCISB recruitment drive may include a Preliminary stage followed by a Main examination:
| Exam | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
| Preliminary Exam | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes | 0.25 marks |
| Main Examination | 120 | 120 | 120 minutes | 0.25 marks |
Note: Both stages carry negative marking of 0.25 marks (1/4th) for every wrong answer.
Selection Process for UPCISB JE & AE
The selection process for UPCISB JE and AE consists of the following stages:
- Online Written Examination (Prelims and Mains)
- Interview (applicable for Category 1 & 2 posts, which includes JE/AE)
- Skill/proficiency test (for select categories)
- Document verification
- Medical examination
Candidates must clear each stage to be considered for final selection.
UPCISB Admit Card 2026
The admit card for UPCISB Recruitment 2026 is released a few days before each exam shift on the UPCISB official website. Candidates can log in using their registration number and password and date of birth to download the hall ticket. It is important to carry a printed admit card along with a valid original Photo ID to the exam centre as entry will not be permitted without these documents.
UPCISB AE JE Exam Timings & Shifts 2026
Check out the UPCISB AE JE exam timings and shifts 2026 given below:
| Date | Shift & Time | Post |
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17 Sept 2026
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1st Shift: 08:00 AM–10:00 AM | Assistant/Stenographer (Grade-3) |
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2nd Shift: 12:00 PM–02:00 PM
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Assistant Engineer (Electrical) (Grade-2) | |
| Assistant/Stenographer (Grade-3) | ||
| 3rd Shift: 04:00 PM–06:00 PM | Assistant Manager (Computer) (Grade-2) | |
|
18 Sept 2026
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1st Shift: 08:00 AM–10:00 AM | Junior Manager (Grade-2) |
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2nd Shift: 12:00 PM–02:00 PM
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Assistant Engineer (Civil) (Grade-2) | |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) (Grade-3) | ||
| Stenographer (Grade-3) | ||
| 3rd Shift: 04:00 PM–06:00 PM | Manager (Grade-1) | |
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19 Sept 2026
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1st Shift: 08:00 AM–10:00 AM | Assistant Manager (General) (Grade-2) |
| 2nd Shift: 12:00 PM–02:00 PM | Stenographer (Grade-3) | |
| 3rd Shift: 04:00 PM–06:00 PM | Assistant/Cashier (Grade-3) | |
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20 Sept 2026
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1st Shift: 08:00 AM–10:00 AM | Assistant Manager (General) (Grade-3) |
| 2nd Shift: 12:00 PM–02:00 PM | Assistant/Typist (Grade-3) | |
| 3rd Shift: 04:00 PM–06:00 PM | Clerk/Typist (Grade-3) | |
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21 Sept 2026
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1st Shift: 08:00 AM–10:00 AM | Junior Assistant (Grade-3) (*) |
| 2nd Shift: 12:00 PM–02:00 PM | Junior Assistant (Grade-3) | |
| 3rd Shift: 04:00 PM–06:00 PM | Assistant/Typist (Grade-3) |
With the exam dates now confirmed, candidates appearing for this UPCISB recruitment exam should focus on revising the syllabus, reviewing previous papers and keeping their admit card documents ready. Stay updated to avoid missing any updates.
UPCISB Official Exam Shifts and Timing Notification 2026 PDF Download
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When is the UPCISB JE AE Exam 2026?
Ans: The UPCISB JE AE written exam is scheduled from 17 to 21 September 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there for JE & AE under UPCISB 2026?
Ans: A total of 252 vacancies have been out for all posts under the UPCISB 2026.
Q3. What is the negative marking in UPCISB JE AE Exam?
Ans: A negative marking of 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer in both the Preliminary and Mains exams.
Q4. Is there an interview for JE/AE selection?
Ans: Yes, an interview is conducted for these posts after the written exam, followed by document verification.
Q5. When will the UPCISB JE AE admit card 2026 be released?
Ans: It will be released a few days before each exam shift on the official website.
Q6. Where can I download the official exam schedule PDF?
Ans: The official exam schedule is available on the official website under the Notification/Exam schedule section.
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