UPSSSC has announced recruitment for Technical Assistant Group-C (Agriculture) under Advertisement No. 06-Exam/2026, a total of 2759 permanent posts will be filled in the Agriculture Directorate of Uttar Pradesh. This is a major opportunity for agriculture graduates who appeared in PET-2025.
UPSSSC AGTA Vacancy 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow |
| Advertisement No. | 06-Exam/2026 |
| Post Name | Technical Assistant Group-C |
| Total Vacancies | 2759 (Permanent) |
| Job Location | Across Uttar Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC AGTA Vacancy Details
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 1692 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 06 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 573 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 275 |
| Total | 2759 |
Horizontal Reservation (applicable across categories):
- Dependants of Freedom Fighters (DFF): 55
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 137 (details: LV-37, HH-37, OL/OA/LC/Dw/AAV-36, etc.)
- Ex-Servicemen: 137
- Women: 551
- Outstanding Sportspersons: 55
Note: Reservation is as per latest UP Government orders. Final numbers may change slightly.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Only candidates who appeared in Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025) and have a valid normalized score card can apply. Zero or negative score in PET-2025 = not eligible.
Technical Assistant (Group-C):
| Qualification Required |
|---|
| B.Sc. Agriculture / B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture |
| B.Sc. Horticulture / B.Sc. (Hons) Horticulture |
| B.Sc. Forestry / B.Sc. (Hons) Forestry |
| B.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) |
| 4-year B.Sc. (Home Science) / Community Science from Agricultural University |
Preferential Qualification (extra marks/priority if other things are equal):
- Served minimum 2 years in Territorial Army, OR
- NCC ‘B’ Certificate
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Age relaxation for reserved categories as per UP Government rules.
Salary and Benefits
Pay Scale: Level-4. The salary range is Rs. 25,500/- to Rs. 81,100/-.
Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical facilities
- and other government benefits as per rules.
- Good career growth in Agriculture Department.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting → Based on PET-2025 normalized score (15 times the vacancies category-wise, up to last cut-off).
- Main Written Exam → Only shortlisted candidates appear.
- Document Verification → Final stage.
Main Exam Pattern (Written Test)
- Total Questions: 100 (Objective MCQ)
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
- Negative Marking: 1/4 mark (0.25) deducted for every wrong answer
Subject-wise Break-up:
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Crop Science | 25 | 25 |
| Biotechnology, Plant Breeding & Crop Physiology | 10 | 10 |
| Soil & Water Conservation | 15 | 15 |
| Agriculture Extension | 05 | 05 |
| Agriculture Economics & Schemes | 05 | 05 |
| Dairy & Animal Husbandry | 05 | 05 |
| Computer & Information Technology | 15 | 15 |
| General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| 100 | 100 |
Documents Required (Keep ready in scanned format)
- PET-2025 Registration Number & Score Card
- Recent passport-size photo
- Signature
- Educational certificates & mark sheets
- Caste / EWS / PwD / Ex-Servicemen / DFF certificate (if claiming reservation)
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, etc.)
Application Fees
| Category | Processing Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, etc.) | ₹25 only |
Payment Mode: Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan.
How to Apply Online for UPSSSC AGTA 2026
- Visit official website: upsssc.gov.in
- Click on Live Advertisement → Advertisement No. 06-Exam/2026
- Login using PET-2025 Registration Number + OTP
- Fill personal & educational details
- Upload photo & signature (already from PET)
- Pay ₹25 processing fee
- Submit form and take printout
| Apply Online | Click Now |
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official website | Click here |
Important: Fee reconciliation must be done by 18-06-2026 (max 7 days after last date).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 24th March 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 22nd May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | 11th June 2026 |
| Fee Adjustment & Form Modification | 18th June 2026 |
Final Thoughts
UPSSSC Technical Assistant Group-C (AGTA) 2026 is a great chance for agriculture graduates in Uttar Pradesh. The recruitment offers 2759 permanent posts in the Agriculture Directorate, along with a good salary and the security of a government job, because of this thousands of candidates are expected to apply.
If you are eligible, make sure to apply early and finish your application before 11 June 2026, keep visiting upsssc.gov.in regularly so you don’t miss any updates. For preparation, focus on Agriculture subjects, Computer knowledge and Uttar Pradesh General Knowledge. Starting early will give you an advantage. This is a golden opportunity stay updated, prepare well and give your best.
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