UPSSSC Agriculture Technical Assistant (AGTA) Recruitment 2026 is a big opportunity for agriculture graduates looking for a government job in Uttar Pradesh. The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released Advertisement No. 06-Examination/2026 announcing a total of 2759 vacancies for the post of Technical Assistant (Group-C) under the Directorate of Agriculture.
The online application window opens on 22 May 2026 and closes on 11 June 2026. If you have a valid PET 2025 scorecard and an agriculture graduation degree, you should not miss this one.
UPSSSC AGTA 2026 Recuirtment Short Details:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 06-Examination/2026 |
| Post Name | Agriculture Technical Assistant (AGTA) — Pravidhik Sahayak |
| Post Type | Group-C |
| Department | Directorate of Agriculture, UP |
| Total Vacancies | 2759 Posts |
| Application Start | 22 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee | 11 June 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 18 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | To Be Notified Later |
| Age Cutoff Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹25/- |
| SC / ST | ₹25/- |
| PH (Divyangjan) | ₹25/- |
The fee is very nominal — only ₹25 for all categories. Payment accepted online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, or Mobile Wallet.
Age Limit:
| Age Criteria | Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Age relaxation is provided for reserved categories as per UPSSSC / UP Government rules:
- OBC candidates: 3 years relaxation (maximum age 43 years)
- SC / ST candidates: 5 years relaxation (maximum age 45 years)
- PwD (Divyangjan) candidates: 15 years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: As per UP Government norms
Vacancy Details:
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 1692 |
| EWS | 275 |
| OBC | 573 |
| SC | 213 |
| ST | 06 |
| Total | 2759 |
Education Qualification & Secection Process:
To apply for UPSSSC AGTA 2026, you need two things — both are mandatory:
1. Valid UPSSSC PET 2025 Scorecard
Only those candidates who have appeared for the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 and have been issued a scorecard by the Commission are eligible to apply for this recruitment.If you appeared in PET 2024 or earlier but not PET 2025, you cannot apply.
2. Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or Related Field
You must have a graduation degree in any of the following:
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture
- B.Sc. Horticulture
- B.Sc. Forestry
- B.Sc. Agricultural Engineering
- 4-year B.Sc. in Community Science / Home Science from an Agricultural University
All degrees must be from a recognized university in India.
Additional Preference:
Candidates who have served in the Territorial Army for at least two years, or who hold an NCC ‘B’ Certificate, will be given preference during selection. This does not make you ineligible without it — it is just a preference.
Selection for UPSSSC AGTA 2026 happens in the following stages:
- Shortlisting based on PET 2025 Score — candidates are shortlisted for the main exam based on their PET performance
- Written Examination (Main Exam) — objective type, held offline
- Document Verification — for shortlisted candidates
- Medical Examination — as per UPSSSC norms
There is no interview in this recruitment.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The written examination consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions. The exam is held for a total of 100 questions, with 1 mark for each correct answer. There is negative marking — 0.25 marks (1/4th) will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Exam Pattern at a Glance:
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| Agriculture (Crop Science, Soil, Extension, etc.) | 65 Questions |
| Computer and Information Technology | 15 Questions |
| General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh | 20 Questions |
| Total | 100 Questions / 100 Marks |
Duration: 2 Hours
The syllabus is divided into three parts. Part 1 covers Crop Science, Biotechnology, Plant Breeding and Crop Physiology, Soil and Water Conservation, Agriculture Extension, Agriculture Economics and Schemes, and Dairy and Animal Husbandry. Part 2 focuses on Computer and Information Technology concepts. Part 3 includes General Information about the State of Uttar Pradesh.
How to Apply for UPSSSC AGTA 2026:
The application link will go live on 22 May 2026. Follow these steps when the window opens:
- Visit the official website upsssc.gov.in
- If you have not done One-Time Registration (OTR) yet, complete it first with your basic details — name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID
- Log in to your registered account using your credentials
- Find the link for “Agriculture Technical Assistant Group-C — Advt. No. 06-Exam/2026” on the homepage or recruitment section
- Click on “Apply Online” and fill in the application form carefully
- Enter your PET 2025 Roll Number / Registration details — this will be verified
- Fill in your personal details, address, educational qualifications, and upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format
- Select your preferred exam district / centre
- Pay the application fee of ₹25 through online payment mode
- Review the entire form before submitting — once submitted, details cannot be changed before the correction window
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page — keep it safe for future reference
- If any correction is needed, use the correction window open from 12 June to 18 June 2026
Important Links:
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Active from 22 May 2026) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
Disclaimer: This article is based on the official UPSSSC notification (Advt. No. 06-Examination/2026) and verified sources. Always read the official notification carefully at upsssc.gov.in before applying. We are not responsible for any inadvertent errors.
