UPPSC has marked history with 181 reserved posts for women in PCS-2024 exam.
In a landmark decision for gender representation, the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has reserved 181 out of 947 posts exclusively for women candidates in the ongoing UP Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Examination-2024 (PCS-2024). This information was revealed through an RTI response to Mohd Raza, an aspirant from Bijnor, and marks the highest-ever reservation for women in the state’s administrative recruitment.
Key Reserved Positions Include
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7 Deputy Collector posts (out of 37)
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3 Deputy SP positions (out of 17)
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39 Assistant Commissioner (Commercial Tax) roles (out of 196)
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14 Block Development Officer vacancies (out of 72)
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51 Naib Tehsildar posts (out of 258)
Sector-Wise Opportunities
The reservation spans critical departments:
Law Enforcement: Deputy SP, Deputy Jailor
Revenue: Naib Tehsildar, Sub-Registrar
Development: BDO, Panchayati Raj officers
Welfare: Social/Backward Class Welfare officers
Potential Record-Breaking Year
With 181 reserved posts plus anticipated selections from general categories, 2024 may surpass 2018’s record of 258 women recruits (from 976 posts). Over 15,000 candidates have cleared the prelims (results declared Feb 2025), with mains commencing June 29, 2025.
Gaps Remain
Notable exclusions from reservation include:
District Commandant (Home Guards)
Jail Superintendent
Assistant Director (Industries)
This strategic reservation reinforces UPPSC’s commitment to inclusive governance, encouraging more women to join Uttar Pradesh’s civil services. Candidates should monitor UPPSC’s official website for updates.
