The UPPSC Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) recruitment is a two-stage competitive examination with no interview stage. Selection relies entirely on your performance in the Preliminary and Mains examinations, alongside qualifying the mandatory computer typing test for ARO posts.
Eligibility & Age Limit
* Educational Qualification:
* RO (Review Officer): Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
* ARO (Assistant Review Officer): Bachelor's Degree + 'O' Level Certificate from NIELIT/DOEACC (or equivalent recognized diploma) + Mandatory Hindi Computer Typing speed.
* Age Limit: 21 to 40 years (Age relaxations apply as per UP government norms for OBC, SC, ST, and physically handicapped candidates).
Selection Process & Exam Pattern:
- Preliminary Examination (Objective - Screening Only)
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | General Studies | 140 | 140 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II | General Hindi | 60 | 60 | 1 Hour |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 3 Hours |
Note: 1/3rd (0.33 marks) negative marking applies for every wrong answer.
- Mains Examination (Written - Final Selection)
| Paper | Type | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Objective | General Studies | 120 | 2 Hours |
| Paper II (Part 1) | Objective | General Hindi & Draft (Conventional) | 100 | 2.5 Hours |
| Paper II (Part 2) | Objective | General Vocabulary (General Hindi) | 60 | 30 Mins |
| Paper III | Descriptive | Hindi Essay (3 Essays) | 120 | 3 Hours |
| Total | 400 |
Complete Computer Typing Test Rules (Mandatory for ARO)
Typing is a qualifying test conducted only for candidates short-listed for ARO posts after the Mains examination.
* Language: Hindi Typing is mandatory. (English typing is optional; candidates with English typing knowledge get preference if scores are equal).
* Speed Requirement: Minimum 25 words per minute (wpm) in Hindi.
* Font: Kruti Dev 010 or Mangal (Inscript layout).
* Duration: 5 Minutes.
* Software Environment: Conducted on UPPSC's official online typing application. Backspace is typically permitted, but accuracy is calculated strictly based on correct words typed within the given timeframe.
* Evaluation Criteria: Accuracy matters—excessive spelling errors or missed words reduce your effective speed score. You must hit at least 125 correct words in the 5-minute window to clear the qualification threshold.
Salary & Allowances Structure
Salaries for both posts are structured according to the 7th Pay Commission rules.
| Parameter | Review Officer (RO) | Assistant Review Officer (ARO) |
|---|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 8 | Level 7 |
| Pay Band | ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 | ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 |
| Grade Pay | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 / ₹4,600 |
| Basic Pay | ₹47,600 | ₹44,900 |
| Gross Monthly Salary | ~₹68,000 – ₹72,000 | ~₹62,000 – ₹66,000 |
| In-Hand Starting Salary | ~₹60,000 – ₹65,000 | ~₹55,000 – ₹60,000 |
* Allowances Included: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Allowance, Transport Allowance (TA), and Government Pension Scheme contributions (NPS).
Job Profiles & Core Responsibilities
Review Officer (RO):
* File Maintenance & Review: Scrutinizes government files, official documents, and policy proposals before forwarding them to higher authorities.
* Drafting: Prepares official letters, replies to assembly queries, government orders (GOs), and notes.
* Supervision: Directs and manages Assistant Review Officers and clerical staff in the section.
Assistant Review Officer (ARO):
* Data Entry & Typing: Handles computer entry, formatting, and typing of letters and reports in Hindi/English.
* Record Management: Assists ROs by organizing incoming letters, maintaining file indexes, and logging daily file movements.
* Despatch Work: Manages receipt and dispatch registers in the secretariat sections.
Career Promotion Hierarchy
Promotions are based on seniority, vacancy availability, and departmental service track record:
* For AROs:
* Assistant Review Officer (ARO) (Pay Level 7)
* Review Officer (RO) (Promoted after ~5–7 years)
* Section Officer (SO) (Pay Level 10)
* Under Secretary (Anu Sachiv) (Pay Level 11)
* Deputy Secretary (Up Sachiv) (Pay Level 12)
* Joint Secretary (Samyukt Sachiv) (Top non-IAS cadre level attainable near retirement)
* For ROs:
Directly recruited ROs bypass the ARO stage and enter at Level 8, allowing them to reach higher administrative roles (Under Secretary / Deputy Secretary) faster during their service tenure.