The UPPSC RO ARO 2025 exam is one of the most popular-after state-level competitive exams in Uttar Pradesh. With 411 vacancies for Review Officer (RO) and Assistant Review Officer (ARO) posts, the competition is very high. The exam, originally was going to held in December 2024 and now it’s going to held in July 2025,this article throws light on syllabus, preparation tips by experts etc.
Key Highlights 📌
| Key Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
| Exam Name | UPPSC RO ARO Recruitment 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 411 (RO & ARO) |
| Prelims Exam Date | 27th July 2025 (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM) |
| Mains Exam Date | To be announced |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Typing Test (ARO only) |
| Application Fee | ₹125 (Gen/OBC/EWS), ₹65 (SC/ST), ₹25 (PwD) |
| Eligibility | Graduation + Age 21-40 (relaxations apply) |
| Official Website | uppsc.up.nic.in |
Exam Date & Schedule 🗓
Below is the updated schedule of exam:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Prelims Admit Card | 2nd/3rd week of July 2025 |
| Prelims Exam | 27th July 2025 |
| Mains Exam | To be notified |
| Typing Test | For ARO candidates only |
UPPSC RO ARO Syllabus 2025 📚
The exam is divided into Prelims and Mains, each evaluating skills.
Prelims Syllabus (200 Marks)
| Paper | Topics | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | History, Polity, Geography, Economy, Science, UP GK | 140 |
| General Hindi | Antonyms, Synonyms, Sentence Correction, One-word Substitution | 60 |
Mains Syllabus (400 Marks)
| Paper | Topics | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | Similar to Prelims but deeper analysis | 120 |
| General Hindi & Drafting | Precis, Official Letters, Vocabulary | 160 |
| Hindi Essay | 3 essays (600 words each) | 12 |
Pattern & Marking Scheme 📊
Prelims Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 140 | 140 | 3 Hours | 0.33 per wrong answer |
| General Hindi | 60 | 60 |
Mains Exam Pattern
| Paper | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 120 | 2 Hours |
| General Hindi & Drafting | 160 | 3 Hours |
| Hindi Essay | 120 | 3 Hours |
Expert advice: Don’t ignore hindi.
Preparation Tips 🚀
1. Master General Studies
- History & Polity: NCERT books (Class 6-12) + Lucent’s GK,tarun goyal are sufficient
- UP GK: Focus on culture , heritage agriculture, sports and govt schemes
- Current Affairs:The Hindu, Affairs cloud
2. General Hindi
- Grammar: Samanya Hindi by Hardev Bahri
- Vocabulary: Practice antonyms, synonyms daily
- Drafting: Learn official letter formats
3. Mock Tests & Previous Papers
- Solve last 5 pyqs
- Take full-length mock tests weekly
Real-Life Example: Rahul, a 2024 qualifier, credits his success to daily essay practice and timed mock tests.
Admit Card & Exam Day Tips 🎯
- Admit Card: Download from uppsc.up.nic.in (expected mid-July)
- ID Proof: Carry Aadhaar/PAN card + admit card
- Time Management: Do easy question ist
Final Thoughts
with right strategy and guidance,you can easily crack the exam,revise the concept and do mock test and practice thoroughly ,All the best