Pre-examination Training Centers

The Uttar Pradesh Social Welfare Department has established pre-examination training centers to provide specialized coaching for civil service examinations (such as the IAS/PSC) to candidates from Scheduled Castes and other disadvantaged groups in the state. Currently, eight major training centers are operational in various districts of the state, with a total operational capacity of approximately 1,050 trainees. These centers implement a strict reservation policy, reserving 50% of seats for Other Backward Classes (OBC), 45% for Scheduled Castes (SC), and 5% for Scheduled Tribes (ST). The primary objective of the scheme is to provide free high-quality training to graduate candidates from these groups to prepare them for the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) examinations. The program aims to help youth from disadvantaged communities overcome economic and educational barriers and promote their participation in government services. Separate facilities are provided for women, strengthening social inclusion.

• Free high-quality training for civil service exams
• Specialized coaching by expert teachers
• Doubt clearing sessions, mock tests, interview preparation, and career counseling
• Dedicated facilities for women at specific centers
• Support for candidates from disadvantaged communities

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Educational qualification: Passed Graduation Exam from any recognized university
• Age: Based on the exam's range
• Categories: Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Class (OBC)
• Economic situation: Parent/guardian annual income less than ₹6.00 lakh
• Residence: Must be a native of Uttar Pradesh
• Gender: Both male and female candidates are eligible
• Other: One application per candidate; candidates should not have availed the benefit previously.

Candidates who have previously availed the benefit are not eligible.

Online

1. Visit the website: http://socialwelfareup.upsdc.gov.in/
2. Click on the 'Registration' link.
3. Download the General Instructions and Notice, and study the guidelines carefully.
4. Fill in personal details and educational/income/caste information in the application form.
5. Upload required documents.
6. Submit the form to receive an application number.
7. Take the entrance exam on the scheduled date (Subjects: General Knowledge, Reasoning, etc.).
8. Check the merit list declared on the website.
9. Selected candidates should appear for counseling with original documents.