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UKPSC Uttarakhand PCS 2026 Notification Out

UKPSC Uttarakhand PCS 2026 Notification Out: 67 Posts Including Deputy Collector & DSP; Apply by Sept 29

The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has released the official recruitment notification for the State Combined Civil/Senior Subordinate Services Examination-2026 (Uttarakhand PCS 2026). This year, the Commission will fill a total of 67 vacant positions across various departments, including Deputy Collector and Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP). These positions include Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police, District Commandant Home Guard, Finance Officer/Treasurer, and several other important administrative positions. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online by visiting the Commission’s official website, psc.uk.gov.in. The application process has begun and candidates can apply until September 29th. This recruitment process primarily covers attractive positions in the administrative and police services. The details of the key positions are as follows: Pay scales are also set for different positions. Most higher positions have a pay scale of ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 under Level 10, while the pay scale for State Tax Officer is Level 7 and for Case Worker is Level 6. Of the total 67 posts, 37 are reserved for the General Category, 13 for the Scheduled Castes, 11 for the Other Backward Classes, and 6 for the Economically Weaker Sections. The advertisement also details the Uttarakhand Women and Horizontal Reservation for various positions. The Commission has instructed candidates to correctly indicate their category or sub-category related to reservation when applying online. The Commission has clarified that candidates should not wait for the application deadline and should complete the online application process on time. The application form must be carefully filled with all necessary details, including educational qualifications. After the completion of the application process, candidates will be given the opportunity to amend or modify their online application form from October 7 to October 16, 2026. According to the Commission, candidates applying for the examination must pay the prescribed examination fee online. Net banking, debit cards, credit cards, and UPI are available. The last date for submitting the application fee is September 29. Important Dates Regarding Eligibility Criteria, for most positions, candidates must have a graduate degree from a recognized university established by law in India. For some technical and specialized positions (such as Finance Officer or Sanskrit Education), a degree in the relevant subject is mandatory.Candidates must be at least 21 years of age and at most 42 years of age. Age will be calculated as of July 1, 2026. Candidates belonging to reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, PwD) of Uttarakhand will get relaxation in the maximum age limit as per rules.

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Why 83% of India’s Gen Z has the Digital Access but Lacks Networking Confidence: LinkedIn Research

As professional networking becomes increasingly important in a competitive job market, a new LinkedIn study has highlighted a surprising gap among India’s Gen Z workforce. According to the research, 83% of Gen Z professionals in India are not engaging with people who could potentially help them navigate their careers. The finding comes as young professionals increasingly use digital platforms for career discovery, yet many remain hesitant to turn those online connections into meaningful professional relationships. Fear of Judgement Is a Major Barrier The research suggests that confidence, rather than access to technology, is one of the biggest obstacles. 44% of Indian Gen Z respondents said they fear being judged, while 39% worry about bothering other professionals and 37% are concerned about sounding inauthentic. The hesitation is also linked to a lack of guidance: 52% said they do not know where to begin when it comes to networking, according to the findings reported from LinkedIn’s research.  Networking Can Open Doors to Jobs The reluctance comes despite evidence that professional relationships can influence career opportunities. LinkedIn’s research found that job applicants with an inside connection were nearly seven times more likely to be hired than applicants without one in its analysis of U.S. applications. LinkedIn also found that 27% of Gen Z professionals said they had found their next opportunity through professional communities online, showing how relationships can translate into real career opportunities.  Small Steps Could Help Gen Z Build Networks LinkedIn says young professionals do not necessarily need to begin with formal networking requests or cold messages. Following professionals whose careers interest them, engaging with their posts and starting conversations around shared professional interests can provide a lower-pressure way to build relationships. The research also found that 83% of Millennials and Gen X professionals surveyed said they would help someone at the beginning of their career, even if they did not know them, suggesting that Gen Z may be underestimating how receptive experienced professionals can be. 

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