UPPSC RO / ARO — exam pattern
UPPSC · Graduate · Irregular · Age 21–40 · checked 2026-10-19
Prelims
OMR · 2 h + 1 h · Negative marking: 1/3 per wrong · 200 questions · 200 marks
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 140 | 140 | 70% |
| General Hindi | 60 | 60 | 30% |
Mains
Descriptive · — · Negative marking: — · 400 marks
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS, General Hindi & Drafting, Hindi Essay | — | 400 | 100% |
Frequently asked
- How many questions are there in UPPSC RO / ARO?
- Prelims: 200 questions, 200 marks, 2 h + 1 h. Mains: descriptive questions, 400 marks, —.
- Is there negative marking in UPPSC RO / ARO?
- Prelims: 1/3 per wrong. Mains: —.
- Who can apply for UPPSC RO / ARO?
- Graduate, age 21–40. Held irregular by UPPSC.