Overview
UP Lekhpal recruits village-level revenue record-keeping officials — Lekhpals — responsible for maintaining land records, revenue documentation and local administrative support at the tehsil and village level across Uttar Pradesh. It's a highly accessible entry point into UP government service given its Class 12 qualification bar, and given the state's vast number of revenue villages, recruitment cycles typically involve very large vacancy counts and correspondingly massive applicant volumes. Selection is based on a single written examination followed by document verification, with no separate interview or physical test stage.
What's New in the 2026 Cycle
What changed in the 2026 cycle
- Single-stage written exam — no interview or physical test, unlike many other UP government recruitment exams.
- A basic computer course certificate (such as CCC or equivalent) is commonly required alongside the Class 12 qualification, per the current notification.
- Given Uttar Pradesh's vast number of revenue villages, vacancy counts and applicant volumes for this exam are typically very large.
- The syllabus covers general knowledge, reasoning, Hindi and elementary mathematics at a Class 10–12 level, without any land-revenue-specific technical content tested upfront.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18–40 years typically (relaxation per UP government norms for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/ex-servicemen) |
| Educational Qualification | Passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised Board; a certificate course in computer applications is often required per the current notification |
| Nationality | Indian citizen; UP domicile requirements as per the specific notification |
| Application Fee | Approximately ₹185–₹250 for General/OBC candidates, with reductions for SC/ST/PwBD as per the notification |
UP Lekhpal Exam Pattern
The UP Lekhpal selection process runs through written exam + dv + merit list. Each stage has its own timing, marking scheme and qualifying rules, detailed below.
Written Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Hindi & General Hindi Grammar | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence Test/Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Elementary Arithmetic | 25 | 25 |
UP Lekhpal Detailed Subject-Wise Syllabus
Below is the complete topic-wise UP Lekhpal syllabus for every subject tested across all stages, with a short note on what each section actually rewards — use this to build a section-wise study plan rather than relying on generic topic summaries.
Hindi & General Hindi Grammar
Class 10–12 level — dedicated grammar revision pays off directly given the section's weight.
- Hindi grammar — sandhi, samas, alankar
- Vocabulary & comprehension
- Common errors in Hindi usage
General Knowledge & Current Affairs
Blend UP-specific and national current affairs — don't neglect the state-specific portion.
- Current affairs — national & international, UP-specific news
- Indian history & culture
- Indian geography, with UP-specific geography
- Indian polity, economy & general science
General Intelligence Test/Reasoning
Standard pattern-based reasoning — quick to improve with regular timed practice.
- Analogies, classification, coding-decoding
- Series completion
- Direction sense & blood relations
- Non-verbal reasoning
Elementary Arithmetic
Foundational-level questions — consistent practice on fundamentals is the fastest route to improvement.
- Number system, simplification
- Percentage, ratio & proportion, average
- Profit, loss & discount
- Time, speed & distance, time & work
- Mensuration & basic algebra
Selection Process
- Written Examination — sole basis for merit.
- Document Verification, including computer course certificate where required.
- Final merit list and post allotment based on written exam marks.
Salary & Job Profile
UP Lekhpal posts fall under Pay Level 3 of the state pay matrix (broadly comparable to ₹21,700–₹69,100 under the central 7th CPC-equivalent scale), plus Dearness Allowance, HRA and other state-specific allowances.
Best Books for UP Lekhpal Preparation
- Lucent's General Knowledge
- UP Lekhpal General Hindi & Reasoning Guide — Youth Competition Times/Arihant
- Fast Track Objective Arithmetic — Rajesh Verma (Arihant)
- UP Lekhpal Previous Year Solved Papers — various publishers
Previous Cut-off Trends
Approximate — always verify officially
UP Lekhpal cut-offs vary sharply by category and district-wise vacancy allocation, given the very high applicant volume typical of this recruitment. Always check the official category-wise and district-wise cut-off release rather than a single state-level figure.
Preparation Tips
- Since the exam is at a Class 10–12 level across all four sections, prioritise accuracy and speed on fundamentals over advanced topics.
- Build a UP-specific current affairs habit alongside general national/international news.
- Given the very high applicant volume, accuracy matters more than attempting every question — negative marking (where applicable) punishes guesswork.
- Complete any required computer course certification well before the application deadline, since this is a common eligibility trip-up.
Exam Day Guidelines
- Carry the Document Checker and a valid original photo ID — no exceptions are made for missing documentation.
- Reach the exam centre well before reporting time, given the very high candidate volume typical of this exam.
- No electronic devices are allowed inside the exam hall.
- Ensure your computer course certificate (if required) is genuine and ready for the document verification stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Class 12 (10+2) pass from a recognised Board, along with a basic computer course certificate as required by the current notification.
No, selection is based entirely on the single written examination, followed by document verification — there is no separate interview or physical test stage.
Lekhpals maintain land records, revenue documentation and provide local administrative support at the village and tehsil level across Uttar Pradesh.
Given Uttar Pradesh's large population and vast number of revenue villages, recruitment cycles typically involve large vacancy counts, which in turn attract correspondingly massive applicant volumes given the accessible Class 12 qualification bar.
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Back to Syllabus Hub — browse all government exam syllabus pagesSyllabus content on this page is compiled and reviewed against the official Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission notification as of 22 Jan 2026. Exam patterns, vacancies, salary figures and cut-offs are subject to change — always cross-check with the official notification at upsssc.gov.in before applying.