UPSSSC Lab Technician Syllabus 2026
Laboratory Technician Recruitment Examination
Conducted By
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC)
Eligibility
Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT) & UPSSSC PET scorecard
Age Limit
18 to 40 years (relaxations for reserved categories)
Exam Pattern
Written Exam | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 2 Hours | Negative Marking applies
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission conducts this exam to recruit Lab Technicians in state hospitals and laboratories. The written exam tests general subjects and technical laboratory sciences. The technical syllabus covers clinical biochemistry, microbiology, hematology, and pathology basics. Candidates must have a diploma in medical laboratory technology (DMLT) to apply. Preparing for this recruitment takes three to six months of focused revision of DMLT topics. Our checklist below breaks down all general and technical subjects to help you track your study progress daily.
Detailed Topic-wise Syllabus (20 topics)
Written Examination
100 MCQs | 100 Marks | 2 Hours | Negative marking applies (usually 0.25 mark per wrong answer)
Domain Subject Knowledge 65 Marks
- Hematology: Blood cell counts, hemoglobin estimation, coagulation tests, blood grouping & cross-matching
- Clinical Biochemistry: Renal/liver function tests, blood glucose, lipids, enzymes, electrolytes
- Clinical Pathology: Physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of Urine, Stool, Semen, CSF
- Medical Microbiology: Staining techniques, bacterial culture, media, antibiotic sensitivity, immunology, serological tests (Widal, ELISA)
- Histopathology and Cytology: Tissue processing, section cutting, staining (H&E, PAP, FNAC)
- Parasitology and Mycology: Stool parasites examination, malaria, filaria, basic fungal studies
- Laboratory safety: Sterilization, disinfection, biosafety cabinet usage, biomedical waste management
- Quality control: Lab instruments maintenance, calibration, pre-analytical/analytical errors
Knowledge of Computer & Information Technology 15 Marks
- Computer Hardware, Software, and Input/Output Devices
- Operating Systems (Windows, Linux basics)
- Internet, Email, World Wide Web (WWW) usage
- MS Office: MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint basics
- E-Governance and Digital India initiatives
- Latest Technological Trends: Artificial Intelligence, IoT, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security
General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh 20 Marks
- Uttar Pradesh History, Culture, Art, and Architecture
- Folk Dances, Music, Festivals, and Literature of UP
- Geography, Climate, Rivers, Soil, and Forests of UP
- Economy, Agriculture, Industries, and Minerals of UP
- Administrative and Political Structure, Local Self-Government in UP
- Welfare Schemes, Tourism, and Current Affairs of Uttar Pradesh
Recommended Reference Books
| Subject | Book Title | Author / Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| DMLT Subjects | Concise Textbook of Medical Laboratory Technology | Ramnik Sood |
| UP GK | Uttar Pradesh Ek Samagra Adhyayan | KBC Publications |
| Computer | Computer Awareness | Arihant Experts |
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