UPPSC RO ARO (UP Public Service Commission Review Officer and Assistant Review Officer) exam is leading in the competitive scenario of India. Designed by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission, the exam serves as a gateway to prestigious posts in the government of the country.
The UPPSC RO ARO exam assesses applicants’ administrative and editorial abilities, which are crucial for effective management. Reviewing officers evaluate and analyze legal documents, while assistant reviewing officers assist with administrative responsibilities. These roles are critical to maintaining the efficiency and accuracy of the President’s operations.
The exam covers the entire syllabus including general studies, general Hindi and English and essay writing aspect. Candidates must go through a rigorous selection process demonstrating their knowledge, language skills and analytical abilities.
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Exam Date | February 11, 2024 |
Number of Vacancies | 411 |
Posts | Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) |
Selection Process | Three stages: Prelims, Mains, Typing Test |
Prelims Exam | Objective-type test |
Subjects: General Studies (History, Polity, Economy, Geography, Science, Current Affairs, UP) and General Hindi | |
Duration: 3 hours | |
Mains Exam | Subjective-type test |
Subjects: General Studies (Objective), General Hindi & Drafting, Hindi Essay | |
Duration: 2 hours (GS Objective), 2.5 hours (Hindi & Drafting), 3 hours (Essay) | |
Typing Test | Hindi Typing Test (qualifying) |
Stage | Expected Dates |
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Notification Release | February-March 2024 |
Preliminary Exam | June-July 2024 |
Main Exam | October-November 2024 |
Notification Release: Keep an eye on the official UPPSC website or leading newspapers for the release of the UPPSC RO ARO Exam notification. This usually contains details like eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and application dates.
Online Registration: Visit the official UPPSC website and find the link for online registration. Create an account if you're a new user or log in if you already have an account.
Fill Application Form: Complete the online application form with accurate personal and academic details. Be prepared to upload scanned copies of your photograph and signature as per the specified dimensions.
Fee Payment: Pay the application fee using the available online payment methods. Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria before making the payment.
Submit Application: After completing the form and payment, submit your application. Take a printout of the confirmation for future reference.
Admit Card Download: Once the application process is closed, UPPSC will release the admit cards. Download and print your admit card from the official website.
Exam Preparation: Use the time before the exam wisely to prepare. Follow the syllabus and exam pattern provided in the official notification.
Appear for the Exam: On the scheduled date, go to the exam center with your admit card and a valid ID proof.
Check Results: After the exam, UPPSC will release the results on its official website. Check your results using your roll number or registration details.
Educational Qualification Certificates: Copies of your academic certificates and mark sheets to demonstrate your eligibility for the exam.
Identity Proof: A valid government-issued ID proof such as Aadhar card, passport, voter ID, or driver's license.
Date of Birth Proof: Birth certificate or class 10th certificate indicating your date of birth.
Passport-sized Photograph: Recent passport-sized color photographs with specified dimensions. Check the official notification for the exact requirements.
Signature: Scanned copy of your signature in the specified format.
Category Certificate (if applicable): If you belong to a reserved category, you may need to provide a caste certificate as per the prescribed format.
Domicile Certificate: Proof of your residence or domicile in the state if required.
Experience Certificate (if applicable): If the notification specifies any experience requirements, provide relevant experience certificates.
Payment Receipt: Keep a copy of the payment receipt for the application fee.
Educational Qualification:
Nationality:
Age Limit:
Other Eligibility:
Region | Number of Centers (Approximate) |
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Allahabad | 15-20 |
Lucknow | 15-20 |
Agra | 5-10 |
Kanpur | 5-10 |
Varanasi | 5-10 |
Other Districts | 2-5 (each) |
Category | Application Fee (2023) |
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General / OBC | ₹225 |
SC / ST | ₹105 |
PH | ₹25 (for all categories) |
Stage | Paper | Subjects | Marks | Time |
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Prelims | Paper 1 | General Studies | 200 | 3 hours |
- History of India and Indian National Movement - Indian Polity, Economy and Culture - Geography and Natural Resources of India & World Geography - Population, Ecology, and Urbanization (in Indian Context) - Indian Agriculture, Commerce and Trade - General Science - Current Events of National and International Importance - Uttar Pradesh: Education, Culture, Agriculture, Industry, Trade, and Social Practices |
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Paper 2 | General Hindi | 60 | 1 hour | |
- General Hindi Knowledge and Grammar (Objective) - Sentence and Spelling Correction - One Word Substitutions - Tatsama and Tadbhava Words - Adjectives and Adverbs - Synonyms and Antonyms |
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Mains | Paper 1 | General Studies (Objective) | 120 | 2 hours |
- Indian History and Culture - Indian Geography - Indian Polity and Economy - International Relations - Science and Technology - Disaster Management - Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude |
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Paper 2 | General Hindi and Drafting | 120 | 2.5 hours | |
- Comprehension, Précis Writing, and Summary of a Given Passage - Tabular Summary of a Government Letter - Official Correspondence (Government/Semi-Government Letters, Office Orders/Memorandums/Circulars, Press Releases/Notes & Reports/Reminders) - Translation of Administrative and Commercial Terminology (English to Hindi and Hindi to English) |
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Paper 3 | Hindi Essay | 120 | 3 hours | |
- Essay Writing on a General Topic |
Prelims:
Subject | Book Title(s) | Author(s) |
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History of India & National Movement | India's Ancient Past | R.S. Sharma |
India's Medieval History | Thapar | |
Modern India | Bipin Chandra | |
Indian Polity, Economy & Culture | Introduction to the Constitution of India | D.D. Basu |
Indian Economy | Mishra & Puri | |
Culture & Ethics in India | T.N. Madan | |
Geography & Natural Resources | Geography of India | Majid Husain |
Certificate Physical & Human Geography | G.C. Leong | |
Population, Ecology & Urbanization | Indian Population Problems | Ashish Bose |
Environment: Problems & Solutions | P.D. Sharma | |
Indian Agriculture, Commerce & Trade | Indian Agriculture | S.C. Mishra |
Indian Economy with Case Studies | P.K. Mishra | |
General Science | Objective General Science | R.P. Sinha |
Lucent's General Science | R.K. Gupta | |
Current Events | Manorama Year Book | M. Year Book |
Uttar Pradesh: Education, Culture, etc. | Uttar Pradesh: Today & Tomorrow | V.B. Singh |
Uttar Pradesh District Gazetteers (Select Relevant Ones) | Government of Uttar Pradesh |
Mains:
Subject | Book Title(s) | Author(s) |
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General Studies (Objective) | Spectrum's Guide to UPPSC RO & ARO Mains Exam | Vinay Kumar & Pooja Singh |
Arihant's UPPSC RO & ARO Objective Book | Dr. Mukesh Rathee | |
General Hindi & Drafting | UPPSC RO & ARO Mains Hindi | Dr. Umesh Chandra Sharma |
Official Language Manual (Hindi - English, English - Hindi) | Department of Official Language, Government of India | |
Hindi Essay | Objective Hindi Essay | V.P. Bhatnagar |
The Best 200 Essays | Dr. A.P. Saxena |
Aspect |
Details |
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Number of Vacancies | 411 |
Posts | Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) |
Exam Date | February 11, 2024 |
Selection Process | Three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Typing Test |
Official Website | https://uppsc.up.nic.in/ |