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UKPSC Upper PCS Pre 2025 Answer Key

The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) successfully conducted the Upper PCS Preliminary Examination 2025 for various Group A and Group B administrative posts across the state. With the exam concluded, the release of the UKPSC Upper PCS Pre 2025 Answer Key is one of the most awaited updates for thousands of aspirants.

The answer key provides a transparent way for candidates to verify their answers, estimate their scores, and raise objections if they notice discrepancies.


What Is the UKPSC Upper PCS Pre Answer Key?

The answer key is an official document issued by UKPSC that contains the correct answers to all questions asked in the prelims examination. It is generally released provisionally first, followed by a final version after reviewing candidate objections.

The answer key helps candidates:

  • Compare their attempted answers

  • Estimate their marks before result declaration

  • Spot any incorrect answers or misprints in the provisional key

  • Participate actively in the evaluation process by raising objections

Application Dates:

Event

Date

Application Start Date

07 May 2025

Last Date for Apply Online

27 May 2025

Pay Exam Fee Last Date

27 May 2025

Pre Exam Date

29th June 2025

Pre Admit Card Available

18th June 2025

Pre Answer Key

04 July 2025

Application Fee :

Category

Amount

General / OBC / EWS / Other State

₹166.36/-

SC / ST

₹73.36/-

PH

₹16.36/-

Payment Methods

Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking only

Age Limit:

Criteria

Age

Minimum Age

21

Maximum Age

42 Years

Note: Age Relaxation as per rules

Vacancy Details

Post Name

Total Posts

Qualification

UKPSC Combined State Civil / Upper Subordinate Services

123

Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university in India.

UKPSC Pre Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Details

Post Name

Total Posts

Deputy Collector

03

Deputy Superintendent of Police

07

Finance Officer / Treasury Officer

10

Assistant Director / Audit Officer

06

Sub-Registrar Grade-II

12

Assistant Commissioner, State Tax

13

State Tax Officer

17

Assistant Municipal Commissioner / Executive Officer Grade-1

07

Executive Officer, District Panchayat

02

Deputy Education Officer / Staff Officer / Law Officer

15

District Social Welfare Officer

02

Superintendent

03

Assistant Director

04

Assistant Cane Commissioner

01

District Probation Officer

01

Information Officer / District Information Officer

03

Editor

01

Feature Writer

01

Assistant Director / Agriculture and Land Conservation Officer / Agricultural Defense Officer / Center In-charge

08

Assistant Director (Statistics), Agriculture Service Category-2

01

Processing Officer / Principal (Horticulture & Food Processing Group 'B')

02

Regional Bee Expert / Entomologist (Horticulture & Food Processing Group 'B')

02

Statistical Officer Grade-2 (Horticulture & Food Processing Group 'B')

01

District Tourism Development Officer

01

Steps to Download UKPSC Upper PCS Pre 2025 Answer Key

To download the official answer key, follow these simple steps:

  1. Go to the official UKPSC website: https://psc.uk.gov.in

  2. Look for the “Answer Key” or “Latest Updates” section on the homepage.

  3. Click on the link labeled “Upper PCS Prelims 2025 Answer Key”.

  4. Select the appropriate set or series of your question paper (A, B, C, or D).

  5. The answer key PDF will open. Download and save it for score estimation.

Always cross-check the set number printed on your exam question booklet before comparing your answers.


How to Calculate Your Expected Score

You can estimate your marks using the answer key and the official marking scheme:

  • Add 1 mark for every correct answer

  • Deduct marks if there is negative marking (e.g., -0.25 per wrong answer, if mentioned in exam instructions)

  • Ignore unattempted questions

  • Sum up your total to get your predicted score

This estimated score gives you a strong idea of your performance before the actual results are declared.


How to Raise Objections on the Answer Key

If you find any errors or doubtful answers in the provisional key, UKPSC allows candidates to submit objections. Here’s how you can do it:

  1. Visit https://psc.uk.gov.in

  2. Look for the “Objection Submission” or “Answer Key Challenge” link

  3. Log in using your exam roll number and date of birth

  4. Select the specific question and submit your challenge with proper reference or proof

  5. Pay the required fee per objection, if applicable

  6. Submit your response before the given deadline

After reviewing all valid objections, UKPSC will publish the final answer key, which will be used for result preparation.


Why the Answer Key Is Important

The release of the answer key ensures:

  • Fairness in the evaluation process

  • Transparency for all candidates

  • Opportunity to correct possible mistakes in answer evaluation

  • A better understanding of selection prospects

It builds trust among aspirants and allows them to feel involved in the recruitment process.