Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) & Research Officer (ARO)
Job Description
The UPSSSC has officially released the notification for the Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) and Assistant Research Officer (ARO) Recruitment 2026. The online application process is scheduled to begin on April 21, 2026 .
Here is a summary of the key details to help you prepare for the application:
| Key Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | UP Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) & Assistant Research Officer (ARO) |
| Total Vacancies | 929 |
| Application Period | April 21, 2026 to May 11, 2026 |
| Correction Window | Up to May 18, 2026 |
| Application Fee | ₹25 for all categories |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Syllabus & Exam Pattern
UPSSSC ASO/ARO Exam Pattern 2026
The written examination will be a single objective-type (MCQ) paper. The latest information from major news outlets and educational platforms indicates a 100-question, 100-mark paper .
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Statistics & Mathematics | 65 | 65 | 2 Hours |
| Part 2 | Computer & IT Knowledge | 15 | 15 | (120 Minutes) |
| Part 3 | General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Marking Scheme:
Please Note: Some older or more general study resources suggest a 120-question pattern . However, the pattern with 100 questions for 100 marks is consistently cited by the most recent news reports and educational portals covering the 2026 notification . It is always best to refer to the official UPSSSC notification for the final word.
📚 UPSSSC ASO/ARO Syllabus 2026
Here is the subject-wise breakdown of topics to prepare for the exam.
Part 1: Statistics & Mathematics (65 Marks)
This is the core section of the paper and carries the highest weightage .
Statistics:
Definition and Scope: Meaning, functions, limitations, and misuse of Statistics.
Collection and Presentation of Data: Primary and secondary data, sampling techniques, classification, tabulation, frequency distribution, one-way and two-way tables, and graphical representation of data.
Measures of Central Tendency and Dispersion: Mean (Arithmetic, Geometric, Harmonic), Median, Mode. Range, Quartile Deviation, Mean Deviation, Standard Deviation, Coefficient of Variation, Skewness, and Kurtosis.
Index Numbers and Correlation: Meaning, importance, construction of index numbers, base shifting, splicing, deflating. Linear and Rank Correlation, Simple Regression Analysis.
Probability and Combinatorics: Permutations and Combinations, Probability theory (additive and multiplicative theorems), conditional probability.
Statistical Measures of the Indian Economy: Demographic measures, labor statistics, national income, industrial production, price statistics, NSS (National Sample Survey) surveys.
Indian Statistical System: Structure and function of the National Statistical Office (NSO) and the Department of Economics and Statistics (Government of UP).
Mathematics:
Fundamentals of Mathematics: Set theory, number system, algebra, percentage, algorithms.
Coordinate Geometry: Lines, circles.
Growth: Concepts of growth.
Part 2: Computer and Information Technology (15 Marks)
This section tests basic computer proficiency .
Basics of IT: History of computers, computer applications, the Internet, www.
Hardware and Software: Input/output devices, IP addresses.
IT Applications: Email usage, gadgets (mobile, tablet), printers.
MS Office: Basics of MS Word, MS Excel.
Operating Systems: Functions and basic operations.
Digital and Future Technologies: Digital financial tools, cyber security, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, Machine Learning, Internet of Things (IoT).
Part 3: General Information of Uttar Pradesh (20 Marks)
This section focuses specifically on the state of Uttar Pradesh .
History and Culture: Art, architecture, festivals, folk traditions, music, dance, and heritage.
Geography: Environment, natural resources, climate, soil, and forests.
Economy: Agriculture, industry, and employment in UP.
Governance: Polity and administration of Uttar Pradesh.
Current Affairs: Recent events and notable achievements of the state.
✅ Selection Process
Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for the main written exam based on their normalized scores from the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025. The commission will call up to 15 times the number of category-wise vacancies for the written exam .
Main Written Examination: Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for the main written exam, the pattern and syllabus for which are detailed above.
Document Verification: Candidates who qualify in the written exam will be called for document verification.
Educational Qualification
As per the Uttar Pradesh Government Statistical Service Rules, 2012:
Postgraduate Degree in Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics, Commerce, Economics, or Statistics from a recognized university (or equivalent as per government order dated June 24, 2024).
Computer Diploma: 'O' Level diploma from DOEACC Society OR a minimum one-year diploma in Computer Science from a recognized university/institution.
Hindi Knowledge: Proficiency in Hindi in Devanagari script.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, please ensure you meet the following requirements:
PET Requirement: Candidates must have appeared and have a valid score in the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025. Shortlisting for the main exam will be based on this PET score .
Educational Qualification:
Age Limit: 21 to 40 years as of July 1, 2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per government rules .
Category-wise Vacancies
Post-wise Vacancies
Post Details – Category-wise Distribution
UPSSSC ASO/ARO Vacancy Details 2026
| S.No | Department | Post Name | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Economics and Statistics Division UP | Assistant Statistical Officer | 170 | 24 | - | 47 | 26 | 267 |
| 2 | Economics and Statistics Division UP | Assistant Statistical Officer (Special Recruitment) | - | 90 | 9 | 135 | - | 234 |
| 3 | State Tax Commissioner's Office | Assistant Statistical Officer | 44 | 13 | 1 | 10 | 7 | 75 |
| 4 | Chief Conservator of Forests & HoD | Assistant Statistical Officer | 22 | 12 | 1 | 14 | 5 | 54 |
| 5 | Chief Conservator of Forests & HoD | Assistant Statistical Officer (Special Recruitment) | - | 4 | - | 10 | - | 14 |
| 6 | Training and Employment Directorate UP | Assistant Statistical Officer | 16 | 8 | - | 12 | 4 | 40 |
| 7 | State Planning Institute (Naveen Prabhag) | Assistant Statistical Officer | 15 | 7 | - | 11 | 3 | 36 |
| 8 | State Planning Institute (Naveen Prabhag) | Assistant Statistical Officer (Special Recruitment) | - | 2 | - | 2 | - | 4 |
| 9 | Office Registrar & Societies UP | Assistant Statistical Officer | 6 | 1 | - | 4 | 1 | 12 |
| 10 | Office Registrar & Societies UP | Assistant Statistical Officer (Special Recruitment) | - | 5 | - | - | - | 5 |
| 11 | SC and ST Research & Training Institute UP | Assistant Statistical Officer | 4 | 2 | - | 3 | 1 | 10 |
| 12 | Animal Husbandry Directorate | Assistant Statistical Officer | 24 | 13 | 1 | 16 | 6 | 60 |
| 13 | Animal Husbandry Directorate | Assistant Statistical Officer (Special Recruitment) | - | 7 | - | 5 | - | 12 |
| 14 | Sugarcane Development & Cane Sugar Commissioner | Assistant Statistical Officer | 16 | 8 | - | 11 | 3 | 38 |
| 15 | Medical and Health Services Directorate UP | Assistant Statistical Officer | 18 | 9 | - | 13 | 4 | 44 |
| 16 | Irrigation and Water Resources Directorate | Assistant Statistical Officer | 4 | 2 | - | 3 | 1 | 10 |
| 17 | Irrigation and Water Resources Directorate | Assistant Statistical Officer (Special Recruitment) | - | 1 | - | - | - | 1 |
| 18 | Financial Planning and Resource Directorate | Assistant Research Officer (Statistics) | 5 | 2 | - | 4 | 1 | 12 |
| 19 | Financial Planning and Resource Directorate | Assistant Research Officer (Statistics) (Special Recruitment) | - | 1 | - | - | - | 1 |
| Total | 344 | 211 | 12 | 300 | 62 | 929 |
(Note: '-' indicates no vacancies allocated for that category in the specific department.)
Age Limit
For the UPSSSC Assistant Statistical Officer (ASO) and Assistant Research Officer (ARO) Recruitment 2026, the age limit is 21 to 40 years .
🗓️ Age Relaxation
Candidates from reserved categories are eligible for age relaxation as per Uttar Pradesh government rules . While the exact relaxation for this specific recruitment is detailed in the official notification, the standard relaxations are generally as follows:
| Category | Typical Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC (Uttar Pradesh domicile) | Up to 5 years |
| State Government Employees | Additional relaxation as per rules |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | Up to 15 years |
Note: Candidates who are not domiciled in Uttar Pradesh are generally not eligible for reservation benefits and are treated as General/Unreserved category candidates .