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The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has released the notification for UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 17-Pariksha/2026, inviting online applications for the Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Mukhya Pariksha (Main Examination) (PA0O0P0-2025)/17. The recruitment is being conducted under the control of the Animal Husbandry Directorate (Pashupalan Nideshalaya) for a total of 1251 posts of Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari (Livestock Extension Officer).
Only those candidates who appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET-2025) and hold the required mandatory qualification for the post can apply online for the UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Main Exam 2026. Shortlisting for the main exam will be done post-wise on the basis of the normalized PET-2025 score, and candidates who scored zero or a negative absolute/normalized score in PET-2025 will not be shortlisted. Online applications can be submitted from 09-09-2026 to 29-09-2026 at the official website upsssc.gov.in.
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UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 17-Pariksha/2026 |
| Exam Name | Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Mukhya Pariksha (PA0O0P0-2025)/17 |
| Post Name | Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari (Livestock Extension Officer) |
| Controlling Department | Pashupalan Nideshalaya (Animal Husbandry Directorate) |
| Total Vacancies | 1251 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 09-09-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29-09-2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation/Correction Last Date | 06-10-2026 |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Important Dates
Candidates applying for the UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Vacancy 2026 must note the following dates carefully. No application or fee will be accepted after the last date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Publication Date | 10-08-2026 |
| Registration/Online Application/Fee Deposit Start Date | 09-09-2026 |
| Registration/Fee Payment/Application Submission Last Date | 29-09-2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation and Application Correction Last Date | 06-10-2026 |
The notification specifically states that candidates must reconcile their fee payment through the bank by 29-09-2026, or at the latest within 7 days thereafter, i.e., by 06-10-2026. Applicants can also revise permissible details in their application form during this same window.
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UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Vacancy 2026
A total of 1251 posts of Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari have been notified across the general recruitment category and the special selection category, as shown below.
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari | 1248 (UR-500, SC-254, ST-25, OBC-345, EWS-124) |
| 2 | Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari (Special Selection) | 3 (OBC-3) |
Both categories of posts are Level-5 (Pay Matrix, minimum ₹29,200 – maximum ₹92,300) and are a mix of permanent and temporary positions.
Horizontal Reservation (Post 1 – Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari)
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Dependents of Freedom Fighters | 24 |
| Low Vision (L.V.) | 17 |
| Hard of Hearing (H.H.) | 16 |
| One Arm Affected / Dwarfism / Acid Attack Victims (O.A./Dw./A.A.V.) | 16 |
| Ex-Servicemen/Military Deployed | 62 |
| Women | 249 |
| Outstanding Sportspersons | 24 |
The notification records all horizontal reservation categories as "00" for the Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari (Special Selection) post.
UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfil all conditions below to be eligible for UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Recruitment 2026.
- Must have appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET-2025) and hold a valid PET-2025 score card issued by the Commission.
- Must not have scored zero or a negative absolute/normalized score in PET-2025.
- Must hold the mandatory educational qualification (see below) by the last date of application, 29-09-2026.
UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Qualification
| Qualification Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Mandatory (Educational) | Intermediate examination with the Biology group from the Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad, Uttar Pradesh, or an examination recognized as equivalent (10+2) by the Government, AND a two-year Pashudhan Prasar Diploma course from a Veterinary University/Veterinary College established by law |
| Language | Knowledge of Hindi in the Devanagari script |
| Preferential (Adhimani) | Other things being equal, preference is given to candidates who: (i) served at least 2 years in the Territorial Army, or (ii) hold an NCC 'B' certificate, or (iii) served 15 years of continuous active duty in the Remount Veterinary Corps as a Veterinary Dresser (Grade 1/2) and passed UP High School with Science or Agriculture as a subject, or an equivalent recognized examination |
UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Age Limit
- Candidates must have attained 21 years of age and must not have exceeded 40 years of age as on 1 July of the calendar year in which the vacancies are advertised for direct recruitment.
- Upper age limit relaxation is admissible to candidates of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and such other categories as notified by the Government from time to time, "to the extent specified" - the notification does not state the exact number of relaxation years for these categories.
- Serving employees of State Government services get a 5-year relaxation in the maximum age limit, as per Government Order No. 2-E.M./2001-Ka-4-2013 dated 27 August 2013.
UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Application Fee
The application-stage fee for UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Recruitment 2026 is the same across categories, consisting only of an online processing charge.
| Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | ₹00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | ₹00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | ₹00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | ₹00 | ₹25.00 | ₹25.00 |
Fee for candidates in the Dependent of Freedom Fighter, Ex-Serviceman, Women, Divyangjan, and Outstanding Sportsperson categories is payable as per their original base category listed above. A separate examination fee for the main exam itself will be payable only by candidates who are shortlisted for the main exam, and this will need to be paid before downloading the main exam admit card. The exact amount of this separate main exam fee is not specified in this notification.
UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Salary
The Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari post carries a pay of Level-5 in the pay matrix, with a minimum of ₹29,200 and a maximum of ₹92,300. This applies to both the general recruitment and special selection categories of the post. The notification does not specify the exact gross monthly salary, allowances, or in-hand pay.
UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Selection Process
Selection to the Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari post is made on the basis of a written examination, as per the UP Pashupalan Vibhag, Pashudhan Prasar evam Kukkut Vikas Seva Niyamawali, 2002 (as amended). The written exam pattern is detailed below.
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | Subject Knowledge (13 topics of Animal Husbandry, 5 questions/marks each) | 65 | 65 |
| Part-2 | Concepts of Computer & Information Technology and Contemporary Technological Development | 15 | 15 |
| Part-3 | General Information related to the State of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | - | 100 | 100 |
- The exam is objective/multiple-choice type, with a duration of 2 hours (120 minutes).
- Each question carries 1 mark.
- Negative marking applies: 25 percent (¼) of the marks prescribed for a question is deducted for each wrong answer.
- Shortlisting of candidates to sit the main exam itself is based on the normalized PET-2025 score, category-wise, up to 15 times the number of notified vacancies (including all candidates tied at the cut-off normalized score).
How to Apply for UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online for UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Apply Online 2026 by following the steps below.
- Visit the official UPSSSC website, upsssc.gov.in.
- Go to the "Live Advertisement" segment on the homepage and locate Advertisement No. 17-Pariksha/2026.
- Login/authenticate using your PET-2025 registration number and the OTP sent to your registered mobile number/email.
- Review the personal details, category, and other information carried forward automatically from your PET-2025 application.
- Select the post(s) you wish to apply for; posts not selected will not be considered.
- Enter your educational qualification and preferential eligibility details, along with board/university name, year of passing, certificate/roll number, and marks.
- View your photo and signature, carried forward automatically from PET-2025 (these cannot be edited).
- Fill in other details, including preferential qualification (Yes/No), and your address as recorded in PET-2025.
- Read the declaration carefully, tick all points if you agree, enter the verification code, and click Save and Submit.
- Pay the prescribed fee through Credit Card/Debit Card/Internet Banking/UPI or an SBI e-challan.
- Download and print your submitted application form for future reference.
UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Important Instructions
- Candidates must carefully read the advertisement and ensure they hold the required qualification and fall within the prescribed age limit before applying.
- Only the online application system is applicable; applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
- Candidates claiming reservation benefits must possess the relevant caste/reservation certificate issued by a competent authority, in the prescribed format, on or before the last date of application.
- EWS candidates must possess an EWS certificate issued between 01-04-2026 and 29-09-2026, based on financial year 2025-26 income and valid for financial year 2026-27, in the format prescribed by UP Government Karmik Anubhag-2 office memorandum dated 14-03-2019.
- Candidates claiming to be dependents of Freedom Fighters or Ex-Servicemen must possess reservation certificates as per the UP Public Service (Reservation for Physically Handicapped, Dependents of Freedom Fighters, and Ex-Servicemen) Act, 1993, as amended.
- Candidates claiming disability (Divyangjan) reservation must possess a disability certificate in the prescribed format issued by a competent authority, with the disability category/sub-category clearly mentioned, and must update their disability category/sub-category in the application as per the latest UP Government orders on horizontal reservation for the Divyangjan.
- Women candidates will be considered under the category applicable through their father's side; only caste certificates issued from the father's side are valid for women candidates.
- Only one application will be accepted per candidate; if a candidate submits more than one application, only the last submitted application will be accepted, and all others will be rejected.
- Candidates can revise permissible details in their submitted application only up to the correction deadline of 06-10-2026; no revision is possible after this date, and no representation on this matter will be entertained.
- The Commission does not enter into individual correspondence with candidates; all information is uploaded on the official website, which candidates should check regularly.
- Furnishing incorrect information, or being found ineligible or in violation of the prescribed conduct rules at any stage, can lead to rejection of candidature and debarment from this and future examinations/selections conducted by the Commission.
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UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Important Links
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Candidates who hold an Intermediate qualification along with a Pashudhan Prasar Diploma can also explore more Diploma Government Jobs and Animal Husbandry Department Jobs available across India.
Candidates looking for more opportunities in the veterinary and livestock sector can also explore the latest Uttar Pradesh Government Jobs across various departments. Applicants searching for openings closer to Lucknow can check Lucknow Government Jobs for upcoming vacancies. Those holding a diploma in animal husbandry can also browse more UPSSSC Jobs and Veterinary Jobs matching their qualification.
