UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Recruitment 2026 – 1251 Vacancies | UPSSSC

Introduction

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has announced the recruitment of 1251 Livestock Extension Officers (Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari) for the Animal Husbandry Directorate. Candidates who appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET‑2025) and possess the required qualifications can apply online between 09‑09‑2026 and 29‑09‑2026.

Highlights

Post & Organization Details

The recruitment is conducted under the control of the Animal Husbandry Directorate (Pashupalan Nideshalaya). The selected officers will be posted across various districts of Uttar Pradesh and will serve as Livestock Extension Officers, responsible for disseminating animal husbandry knowledge and technologies.

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

• Must have appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET‑2025) and hold a valid PET‑2025 score card.
• Score in PET‑2025 must be positive; zero or negative scores are ineligible.
• Educational Qualification: Intermediate (10+2) with Biology group (Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad or equivalent) **and** a two‑year Pashudhan Prasar Diploma from a recognized Veterinary University/College.
• Knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script is mandatory.
• Preferential consideration to candidates with:
  • Minimum 2 years service in the Territorial Army, or
  • Holding an NCC ‘B’ certificate, or
  • 15 years continuous service in the Remount Veterinary Corps as Veterinary Dresser (Grade 1/2) with relevant academic background.

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 21 years.
• Maximum age: 40 years as on 01‑07‑2026.
• Relaxations:
  • SC/ST and other categories as per Government notification (exact years not specified).
  • State Government employees receive an additional 5‑year relaxation.

Pay Scale & Salary

The post is classified as Level‑5 in the Pay Matrix with a salary range of ₹29,200 (minimum) to ₹92,300 (maximum). The notification does not detail allowances or in‑hand salary.

Application Fee

Fee for categories such as Dependents of Freedom Fighters, Ex‑Servicemen, Women, Divyangjan, and Outstanding Sportspersons is the same as their base category.

Important Dates

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting for the Main Examination is based on the normalized PET‑2025 score, category‑wise, up to 15 times the number of vacancies.
2. Shortlisted candidates appear for the Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Mukhya Pariksha (Main Exam), a written objective test of 100 marks.
3. Exam Pattern:
   • Part‑1: Subject Knowledge (13 topics, 65 questions, 65 marks)
   • Part‑2: Computer & IT concepts (15 questions, 15 marks)
   • Part‑3: General Information about Uttar Pradesh (20 questions, 20 marks)
4. Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes). Each question carries 1 mark with ¼ negative marking for wrong answers.
5. Final merit list will be prepared based on the Main Exam score, with applicable reservations.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official UPSSSC website: upsssc.gov.in.
2. Navigate to the “Live Advertisement” section and open Advertisement No. 17‑Pariksha/2026.
3. Log in using your PET‑2025 registration number and verify via OTP sent to your registered mobile/email.
4. Review the pre‑filled personal details, category, and PET‑2025 information.
5. Select the desired post(s); unselected posts will not be considered.
6. Enter educational qualifications, including board/university, year of passing, roll number, and marks.
7. Confirm photo and signature (auto‑filled from PET‑2025; cannot be edited).
8. Provide address details as recorded in PET‑2025 and answer any preferential eligibility questions.
9. Read the declaration carefully, tick all required boxes, enter the verification code, and click “Save and Submit”.
10. Pay the total fee of ₹25.00 using Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e‑challan.
11. After successful payment, download and print the submitted application form for future reference.

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FAQs

1. What is the last date to submit the online application?
   The last date to submit the application is 29‑09‑2026.
2. Is there any age relaxation for SC/ST candidates?
   Yes, age relaxation is applicable as per Government notification, though the exact number of years is not specified in the advertisement.
3. Do I need to pay a separate fee for the Main Examination?
   Yes, a separate main‑exam fee is payable only by candidates who are shortlisted, but the exact amount is not mentioned in the current notification.
4. Can I edit my photo and signature after submission?
   No. The photo and signature are auto‑filled from your PET‑2025 profile and cannot be edited during the application process.
5. What is the pay scale for the selected officers?
   The post is Level‑5 with a salary range of ₹29,200 to ₹92,300 per month.