The Uttar Pradesh Adhinasth Seva Chayan Ayog (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released the Main Examination notification (Advertisement No. 19-Pariksha/2026) for the post of Avar Abhiyanta (Krishi) — Junior Engineer (Agriculture) — under the Directorate of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh. A total of 134 vacancies are on offer. Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and have been shortlisted by UPSSSC based on their normalized PET score are eligible to apply online from 17 September 2026 to 7 October 2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Avar Abhiyanta (Krishi) / Junior Engineer (Agriculture) |
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Adhinasth Seva Chayan Ayog (UPSSSC), Lucknow — under Directorate of Agriculture, UP |
| Location | Uttar Pradesh (State Govt job — open to all India, reservation benefit limited to UP domiciles) |
| Total Vacancies | 134 (UR-54, OBC-43, SC-23, ST-1, EWS-13) |
| Qualification | High School + 3-year Diploma in Agricultural Engineering (or AICTE-equivalent) |
| Age Limit | 18–40 years (as on 1 July of advertised year) |
| Selection Process | PET-2025 Score Shortlisting → Main Written Exam → Merit/Document Verification |
| Pay Scale | Level-6, ₹9,300–34,800, Grade Pay ₹4,200 |
| How to Apply | Apply online only at upsssc.gov.in using PET-2025 registration number |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Publication Date | 14-08-2026 |
| Registration / Online Application / Fee Submission Starts | 17-09-2026 |
| Last Date to Register, Pay Fee & Submit Application | 07-10-2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Application Correction | 14-10-2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee / Online Processing Charge |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | ₹25 (application fee Nil + ₹25 online processing charge) |
| OBC | ₹25 (application fee Nil + ₹25 online processing charge) |
| SC | ₹25 (application fee Nil + ₹25 online processing charge) |
| ST | ₹25 (application fee Nil + ₹25 online processing charge) |
Note: Freedom fighter dependents, ex-servicemen, women, PwBD and outstanding sportsperson candidates pay fee as per their original (base) category. Candidates shortlisted for the Mains exam must pay a separate Mains exam fee before downloading the admit card, as and when notified.
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 54 |
| OBC | 43 |
| SC | 23 |
| ST | 1 |
| EWS | 13 |
| Total | 134 (Permanent & Temporary) |
Horizontal Reservation
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| PwBD – Hard of Hearing (HH) | 02 |
| PwBD – One Arm / One Leg / Leprosy Cured / Dwarfism / Acid Attack Victims (OA, OL, LC, Dw, AAV) | 03 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 06 |
| Women | 26 |
| Outstanding Sportsperson | 02 |
| Dependents of Freedom Fighters | Not specified in notification |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | High School (10th) or equivalent, AND a 3-year Diploma in Agricultural Engineering from the UP Board of Technical Education, or an equivalent qualification recognized by AICTE |
| Age Limit | 18–40 years as on 1 July of the calendar year in which vacancies are advertised |
| PET-2025 Requirement | Must have appeared in PET-2025 and been shortlisted by UPSSSC (category-wise, up to 15x the final cut-off) based on normalized PET score |
| Domicile / Reservation | Only permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh get reservation benefit; other candidates are treated as Unreserved |
Age relaxation is admissible for SC/ST and other government-notified categories as per prevailing Uttar Pradesh rules and GOs, but this notification does not tabulate exact relaxation years for each category — refer to Clause 7 of the official notification and the applicable government orders for precise figures.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1: Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 | Already conducted; used only as the basis for score-based shortlisting to this Mains exam, not as a fresh test |
| Stage 2: Shortlisting for Mains | Category-wise shortlisting up to 15 times the final cut-off marks, based on normalized PET-2025 score (to 2 decimal places); candidates with zero or negative PET score (absolute or normalized) are not shortlisted |
| Stage 3: Avar Abhiyanta (Krishi) Main Written Exam | 100 objective/MCQ questions, 100 marks, 2-hour duration. Part-1: Subject Knowledge across 13 topics (65 marks); Part-2: Computer & IT Knowledge (15 marks); Part-3: UP General Knowledge (20 marks). Negative marking of ¼ (25%) per wrong answer |
| Final Selection | Based on merit in the Main Written Exam; selection basis per the notification is the written exam, subject to document/certificate verification by the Commission |
Exam Pattern
Negative marking: ¼ (25%) of the marks allotted to a question is deducted for each wrong answer.
| Part / Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Part-1 (1) Farm Power Engineering & Non-Conventional Sources of Energy | 5 | 5 |
| Part-1 (2) I.C. Engine | 5 | 5 |
| Part-1 (3) Tractor | 5 | 5 |
| Part-1 (4) Non-Conventional Energy: Biogas Technology | 5 | 5 |
| Part-1 (5) Wind Engineering & Solar Energy Technology | 5 | 5 |
| Part-1 (6) Post-Harvest Technology & Agro-Waste Industries: Introduction | 5 | 5 |
| Part-1 (7) Agro-Based Industries | 5 | 5 |
| Part-1 (8) Farm & Land Development Machinery: Farm Mechanization | 5 | 5 |
| Part-1 (9) Irrigation & Drainage Engineering: Introduction | 5 | 5 |
| Part-1 (10) Water Requirement of Plants | 5 | 5 |
| Part-1 (11) Irrigation Methods & Minor Irrigation | 5 | 5 |
| Part-1 (12) Soil & Water Conservation and Land Reclamation Engineering | 5 | 5 |
| Part-1 (13) Land Reclamation & Ravine Reclamation | 5 | 5 |
| Part-2: Computer & Information Technology Concepts and Contemporary Tech Development | 15 | 15 |
| Part-3: General Information related to Uttar Pradesh State | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Total duration: 2 hours (120 minutes) for the full 100-question paper.
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level-6 (7th CPC) |
| Pay Scale (Pre-revised) | ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 |
| Grade Pay | ₹4,200 |
| Other Allowances / Benefits | Not specified in notification; standard UP government service rules apply |
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSSSC website, upsssc.gov.in.
- Under the “Live Advertisement Segment” on the homepage, find and click Advertisement No. 19-Pariksha/2026 to view/download it.
- Log in using your PET-2025 registration number and authenticate via the OTP sent to your registered mobile number/email.
- Verify your educational qualification details, upload any required documents, and complete the declaration.
- Pay the online application fee (₹25) via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan, then download and print your submitted application form.
Note: Offline/postal applications are not accepted. Fee must be successfully reconciled by 07-10-2026, or at the latest by 14-10-2026, or the application will not be finally submitted.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Photograph & Signature | As already uploaded during PET-2025; cannot be changed for this application |
| Category/Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) | UP-format certificate issued by a competent authority, per the notification’s Annexure-1/Annexure-2 formats |
| EWS Certificate | Must be issued between 01-04-2026 and 07-10-2026, based on FY 2025-26 income, valid for FY 2026-27, on the prescribed UP government format |
| PwBD / Disability Certificate | UP prescribed format (per O.M. dated 18-04-2022); disability type and percentage must be clearly stated |
| Freedom Fighter Dependent / Ex-Servicemen Certificate | As per relevant UP reservation act/rules format |
| Educational Certificates & Mark Sheets | High School and Diploma in Agricultural Engineering certificates |
Important Links
| Download Official Notification (PDF) |
| Apply Online / Official Website (upsssc.gov.in) |
| Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and have a valid normalized score can apply — this is not a fresh, open application window for everyone.
- Applications or fee payments submitted after 07-10-2026 will not be accepted under any circumstances.
- Fee must be reconciled (bank confirmation) by 07-10-2026, or at the latest by 14-10-2026 — an unreconciled fee means your form won’t be finally submitted.
- Application details can only be modified until 14-10-2026; no corrections or representations are entertained after this date.
- Non-UP-domicile candidates are treated as Unreserved and don’t get category reservation benefit.
- Women candidates must submit caste certificates issued in their father’s name only, as per UP rules.
- PwBD candidates must ensure their disability certificate clearly states the disability category/sub-category and percentage.
- If payment succeeds but your application isn’t auto-submitted, use “Update Your Transaction ID by Double Verification” on the portal — don’t pay again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC Avar Abhiyanta (Krishi) Recruitment 2026?
The online application and fee submission deadline is 07-10-2026, with fee reconciliation/correction allowed until 14-10-2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are there for Avar Abhiyanta (Krishi) posts?
There are 134 vacancies (54 UR, 43 OBC, 23 SC, 1 ST, 13 EWS) under the Directorate of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh.
Q3. What qualification is required for this post?
Candidates need a High School certificate plus a 3-year Diploma in Agricultural Engineering from the UP Board of Technical Education, or an AICTE-recognized equivalent.
Q4. What is the age limit for UPSSSC Avar Abhiyanta 2026?
Candidates must be 18–40 years of age as on 1 July of the year vacancies are advertised, with age relaxation for reserved categories as per rules.
Q5. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹25 (online processing charge only) for all categories, with no separate application fee.
Q6. Who can apply for this Mains exam?
Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and have been shortlisted by UPSSSC based on their normalized PET score can apply.
Q7. What is the selection process for this recruitment?
Selection is through PET-2025-based shortlisting followed by a 100-mark objective Main Written Exam (Avar Abhiyanta Krishi Mains) with negative marking.
Q8. What is the pay scale for Avar Abhiyanta (Krishi)?
The post carries Pay Level-6 with pay scale ₹9,300–34,800 and Grade Pay ₹4,200.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
