UPPSC PCS Prelims 2024 Rescheduled to December Amid Student Protests

The exam, initially set for October, will now take place over two days in December, sparking protests for a one-day exam format.

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission has postponed the UPPSC PCS Prelims 2024 to December 7 and 8, originally planned for October 27.
Nearly six lakh candidates are registered for the exam, necessitating a two-day schedule to accommodate all participants.
Students in Prayagraj are protesting the shift to a two-day exam, fearing the normalization process could disadvantage some candidates.
The hashtag #uppcs_oneshift_onedayexam has gained traction on social media, with over 150,000 supporters advocating for a single-day exam format.
Candidates are using mass speed post and email campaigns to express their concerns to relevant authorities, emphasizing transparency and fairness.