UP RO/ARO Exam Guide — Eligibility, Pattern, Syllabus & Preparation Tips

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) conducts the recruitment exam for Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) posts. These are prestigious Group B (gazetted) and Group C posts in the UP Secretariat, making this one of the most sought-after state government exams.

RO/ARO posts offer excellent salary, prestige, and a path to higher administrative positions.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

Educational Qualification

• Minimum: Bachelor's degree from a recognized university
• Knowledge of Hindi (Devanagari script)
• Computer proficiency (typing speed of 25 WPM in Hindi on computer)

Exam Pattern

Stage 1: Preliminary Exam (Screening)

• Total: 200 marks
• Negative marking: 1/3 of marks for wrong answers

Stage 2: Main Exam

• Both papers are conventional (descriptive)

Stage 3: Computer Typing Test (Qualifying)

• Hindi typing at 25 WPM on computer
• This is qualifying only — marks not counted for merit

Syllabus Overview

General Studies

• Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Science, Current Affairs, UP-specific GK, Environment, International relations

General Hindi

• Hindi grammar, Sandhi, Samas, Upsarg, Pratyay, Vilom, Paryayvachi, Muhavare, Lokoktiyan, Translation (English to Hindi), Precis writing, Letter/Essay writing

Hindi Drafting

• Official letter writing, Noting & Drafting, Government order drafting, Translation of passages

How to Apply

1. Visit the UPPSC website at uppsc.up.nic.in
2. Click on the RO/ARO recruitment notification
3. Register with email and mobile number
4. Fill in personal, educational, and category details
5. Upload photograph and signature
6. Pay the application fee online
7. Submit and save the confirmation page

Application Fee

Salary & Benefits

• Review Officer (RO): ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 7)
• Assistant Review Officer (ARO): ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Level 6)
• DA, HRA, TA and other allowances
• Pension (NPS), medical benefits, government accommodation

Preparation Tips

1. Hindi drafting is crucial: Practice official letter writing and noting-drafting regularly
2. UP-specific GK: Study UP History, Geography, and state government schemes
3. Newspaper reading: Read Hindi newspapers daily for current affairs and language improvement
4. Previous papers: Analyze past 5 years' question papers for pattern understanding
5. Typing practice: Start Hindi computer typing practice early — 25 WPM needs regular practice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between RO and ARO?

RO (Review Officer) is a Group B gazetted post with higher pay, while ARO (Assistant Review Officer) is a Group C post. Both are recruited through the same exam.

Is typing test qualifying or merit-based?

The computer typing test is qualifying only. It does not count towards the final merit.

Can candidates from other states apply?

Yes, but domicile of UP is required for certain reserved categories.

What is the Hindi typing speed required?

25 words per minute in Hindi on computer (Devanagari script).

How is the final merit prepared?

Final merit is based on the Main Exam marks only. Prelims is qualifying/screening.

Is there any interview?

No, there is no interview. Selection is based on Main Exam and qualifying typing test.