
| Name of Post: | UP SWD IAS PCS Free Coaching Admissions 2026 |
| Post Date / Update: | 22 May 2026 | 10:37 PM |
| Short Info: | The application process for the 2026 free coaching programme offered by the Social Welfare Department of Uttar Pradesh. This initiative is specifically designed to support OBC, SC, and ST candidates who are permanent residents of the state and possess a bachelor's degree. Eligible applicants can seek preparation assistance for IAS and PCS preliminary examinations across various centres, including locations in Lucknow, Hapur, and Varanasi. The documentation specifies that candidates must have an annual household income below six lakh rupees to qualify for the scheme. Interested individuals must submit their online forms between May and June 2026, with an entrance examination scheduled for early July. This educational opportunity is provided free of charge, aiming to assist underprivileged students in achieving high-ranking civil service positions. |
Social
Welfare Department, SWD Uttar Pradesh
UP IAS / PCS Pre Exam Free Coaching Online Form 2026
SWD UP Free Coaching Admission 2026 : Short Details of
Notification
Sarkari Sewayojan WWW.SARKARISEWAYOJAN.COM
|
Post
and Organization Information
|
Information Type |
Details |
|
Name of the Post |
UP SWD IAS / PCS Free Coaching Admission 2026 |
|
Department Name |
Social
Welfare Department (SWD), Uttar Pradesh |
|
Coaching Type |
Free
Pre-Exam Training for Civil Services |
•The Social Welfare Department of Uttar Pradesh has announced
free coaching for the year 2026.
•This program helps students prepare for the IAS and UPPSC
PCS preliminary exams.
•It is a special initiative by the UP government for specific
categories.
•The coaching aims to provide quality training to students
who cannot afford private classes.
Important
Dates for Admission
|
Event Description |
Scheduled Date |
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Online Application Start Date |
18
May 2026 |
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Final Date to Apply Online |
18 June 2026 |
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Last Date to Complete the Form |
18 June 2026 |
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Date of Entrance Examination |
05
July 2026 |
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Availability of Admit Cards |
25
June 2026 |
|
Declaration of Results |
28
July 2026 |
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Start of Coaching Classes |
August
2026 |
•Candidates can start filling out the online forms from 18
May 2026.
•The window for online registration closes on 18 June 2026.
•Applicants must finish the full application process by the
18 June deadline.
•The entrance exam to select candidates will take place on 05
July 2026.
•You can download your hall ticket or admit card starting
from 25 June 2026.
•The department will release the final selection results on
28 July 2026.
•The actual coaching sessions are expected to begin in August
2026.
Application
Fees Details
|
Category |
Application Fee |
|
OBC Candidates |
0/-
(Nil) |
|
SC / ST Candidates |
0/-
(Nil) |
|
Physically Handicapped (PH) |
0/-
(Nil) |
•There is no cost to apply for this free coaching program.
•Candidates from OBC, SC, and ST categories do not have to
pay any fees.
•Physically handicapped applicants are also exempted from
paying any charges.
•The registration process is completely free for all eligible
students.
Eligibility
Criteria
|
Factor |
Requirement Details |
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Category |
Only
OBC, SC, and ST |
|
Residency |
Must
be a Domicile of Uttar Pradesh |
|
Family Income |
Less
than 6 Lakh Rupees per year |
|
Education |
Bachelor's
Degree in any subject |
•Only students belonging to OBC, SC, and ST categories are
allowed to apply.
•You must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh to get
this benefit.
•The total annual income of the applicant's family must be
under 6 lakhs.
•Candidates must have finished their graduation from a
recognized university.
Age
Limit Requirements
|
Exam Target |
Minimum Age
Required |
|
IAS Preparation |
21
Years |
|
UPPSC PCS Preparation |
21
Years |
•The minimum age to join the coaching is 21 years.
•This age limit is set according to the standard requirements
for civil services.
•Applicants must ensure they meet this age criteria before
applying.
Center-Wise
Seat Distribution
|
Coaching Center
Name and Location |
Total Seats
Available |
|
C.S.M. Shodh Avam Prasikshan
Sansthan, Lucknow |
250
Seats |
|
Adarsh Purva Prashikshan Kendra,
Aliganj, Lucknow |
150
Seats (Females Only) |
|
IAS / PCS Coaching Center, Hapur,
Ghaziabad |
150
Seats |
|
Sant Ravidas IAS / PCS Coaching
Center, Varanasi |
75
Seats |
|
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Coaching,
Aligarh |
150
Seats |
|
Prayagraj Coaching Center |
40
Seats |
|
Gorakhpur Coaching Center |
75
Seats |
|
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Coaching, Agra |
Not
Available (NA) |
•The Lucknow Bhagidari Bhawan center has the highest capacity
with 250 seats.
•The Aliganj center in Lucknow is reserved strictly for
female candidates.
•Hapur and Aligarh centers both offer 150 seats each for
students.
•Smaller centers like Prayagraj and Gorakhpur have 40 and 75
seats respectively.
•The Varanasi center provides 75 seats for the preparation of
IAS and PCS.
Required
Documents for Application
|
Document Type |
Submission Format |
|
Educational Certificates |
High
School & Graduation Scan Copies |
|
Identity Proof |
Aadhar
Card, PAN, or DL |
|
Photos |
Latest
Passport Size Photograph |
|
Signature |
Scanned
Digital Signature |
•You must upload a scanned copy of your 10th-grade
certificate.
•A scanned copy of your degree or graduation certificate is
mandatory.
•Applicants need to provide a valid photo ID like an Aadhar
card or PAN card.
•A recent passport-sized photo and a clear signature must be
uploaded.
•Any other supporting documents requested by the department
should be kept ready.
Selection
Process and Syllabus
|
Stage |
Method |
|
Primary Selection |
Written
Entrance Exam |
|
Merit List |
Based
on Exam Marks and Eligibility |
|
Syllabus |
Based
on IAS/PCS Pre Exam Pattern |
•Admission is granted based on the performance in a
state-level entrance test.
•The test usually covers topics relevant to the IAS and PCS
preliminary exams.
•Candidates should check the full notification for detailed
subject-wise topics.
•A merit list will be prepared after the exam results are
declared in July.
Important
Links for Candidates
|
Link Description |
Access Point |
|
Online
Application Portal |
|
|
Full
Official Notification |
|
|
Short
Information Notice |
|
|
Sewayojan Tools |
|
|
Official
SWD Website |
•Students can apply directly through the official SWD online
portal.
•It is highly recommended to read the complete notification
before starting the form.
•Candidates can join social media channels like Telegram or
WhatsApp for regular updates.
•Official tools for resizing photos or making resumes are
also available for help.
Frequently
Asked Questions (Q&A)
Q. Who is eligible to apply for this
free coaching program?
Only candidates from the OBC, SC,
and ST categories who are residents of Uttar Pradesh can apply. Additionally,
the family's annual income must be less than 6 lakh rupees, and the applicant
must have a bachelor's degree.
Q. Is there any center specifically
for female candidates?
Yes, the Adarsh Purva Prashikshan
Kendra located in Aliganj, Lucknow, is exclusively for female students and has
150 seats.
Q. What is the application fee for
General category students?
This specific program is only for
OBC, SC, and ST candidates, and there is no application fee (0/-) for these
eligible categories. General category details are not listed as eligible in the
source.
Q. When will the entrance exam be
held?
The entrance examination for the
2026 coaching session is scheduled to take place on 05 July 2026.
Q. What documents are needed to fill
out the form?
You will need scanned copies of your
high school and graduation certificates, a valid photo ID (like Aadhar), a
recent passport photo, and your signature.