On the SSC application fee payment page, select UPI from the available payment options.
Enter your UPI ID (yourname@bank) or choose the scan-and-pay QR option if shown.
Approve the collect request or complete the payment in your UPI app within the time shown.
Wait for the portal to show the payment confirmation screen — do not close or refresh the tab in between.
Save the payment receipt and check the application status page to confirm the fee shows as paid.