UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1251 Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Posts
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The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow, has released the notification for Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari (Livestock Extension Officer) Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 17-Pariksha/2026, inviting applications for the Main Examination (PA0O0P0-2025)/17. The drive covers 1251 posts under the Animal Husbandry Directorate. This isn't open to everyone — only candidates who already appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET-2025), hold a valid score card, and meet the mandatory qualification can apply. Online applications run from 9 September 2026 to 29 September 2026. Here's the full picture.
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About UPSSSC
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission recruits candidates for a wide range of subordinate posts across UP government departments. This particular drive is conducted on behalf of the Pashupalan Nideshalaya (Animal Husbandry Directorate), filling Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari posts responsible for extension work in livestock development — advising farmers and rural communities on animal husbandry practices. Like several recent UPSSSC recruitments, this one runs through the Commission's two-stage PET-then-Main-Exam structure, so only candidates who've already cleared the first stage can move forward here.
UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services 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 |
| Category | Govt Job (Uttar Pradesh State — Level-5) |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 9 Sep 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 Sep 2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation/Correction Last Date | 6 Oct 2026 |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Publication Date | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Registration / Online Application / Fee Deposit Start Date | 9 Sep 2026 |
| Registration / Fee Payment / Application Submission Last Date | 29 Sep 2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation & Application Correction Last Date | 6 Oct 2026 |
No application or fee will be accepted after the last date. Candidates must reconcile their fee payment through the bank by 29 September 2026, or at the latest within 7 days after — meaning by 6 October 2026 — and can also revise permissible details in their form during this same window.
Vacancy Details / Category Wise Break-up
The 1251 posts split into two categories — general recruitment and special selection — both at the same Level-5 pay grade.
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari | 500 | 254 | 25 | 345 | 124 | 1248 |
| Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari (Special Selection) | — | 3 (OBC) | 3 | |||
| Total | - | 1251 | ||||
Within the 1248 general-recruitment posts, horizontal reservation applies as follows: Dependents of Freedom Fighters – 24, Low Vision – 17, Hard of Hearing – 16, One Arm Affected/Dwarfism/Acid Attack Victims – 16, Ex-Servicemen/Military Deployed – 62, Women – 249, and Outstanding Sportspersons – 24. The Special Selection post carries no horizontal reservation.
Eligibility Criteria
Who Can Apply
This Main Exam application isn't open to fresh applicants — you need to have already appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET-2025) and hold a valid PET-2025 score card issued by the Commission. Candidates who scored zero or a negative absolute/normalized score in PET-2025 are not eligible to apply here.
Educational Qualification
| Qualification Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Mandatory (Educational) | Intermediate examination with the Biology group from the Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad, Uttar Pradesh (or an equivalent 10+2 recognised by the Government), AND a two-year Pashudhan Prasar Diploma from a Veterinary University/College established by law |
| Language | Knowledge of Hindi in the Devanagari script |
Preference (Adhimani) is given, other things being equal, to candidates who served at least 2 years in the Territorial Army, hold an NCC 'B' certificate, or completed 15 years of continuous active duty in the Remount Veterinary Corps as a Veterinary Dresser along with a UP High School pass in Science/Agriculture or equivalent. The mandatory qualification must be held by the last date of application, 29 September 2026 — candidates awaiting their final result shouldn't apply.
Age Limit (as on 01 Jul of the advertisement year)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
Upper age relaxation applies for SC, ST, and other categories notified by the Government from time to time, "to the extent specified" — the notification doesn't state the exact number of relaxation years for these categories. Serving State Government employees get a flat 5-year relaxation on the maximum age limit, per Government Order No. 2-E.M./2001-Ka-4-2013 dated 27 August 2013.
Salary Details
Both the general recruitment and special selection categories of this post carry the same pay level.
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari (both categories) | Level-5, ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 per month |
The notification doesn't specify exact gross monthly salary, allowances, or in-hand pay beyond this pay-matrix range.
Selection Process
Selection is made through a single written examination, as per the UP Pashupalan Vibhag, Pashudhan Prasar evam Kukkut Vikas Seva Niyamawali, 2002 (as amended).
| Part | Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | Subject Knowledge (13 Animal Husbandry topics, 5 Q/marks each) | 65 | 65 |
| Part-2 | Computer & IT Concepts, Contemporary Technological Development | 15 | 15 |
| Part-3 | General Information about Uttar Pradesh State | 20 | 20 |
| Total | - | 100 | 100 |
- Objective/MCQ exam, 2 hours (120 minutes) duration
- Each question carries 1 mark
- Negative marking: ¼ (25%) of a question's marks deducted per wrong answer
- Shortlisting for the Main Exam is category-wise, based on normalized PET-2025 score, up to 15 times the notified vacancies (including candidates tied at the cut-off score)
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Online Processing Fee | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| OBC | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| SC | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| ST | ₹0 | ₹25 | ₹25 |
Candidates in the Dependent of Freedom Fighter, Ex-Serviceman, Women, Divyangjan, and Outstanding Sportsperson categories pay as per their original base category above. A separate main exam fee applies later, but only to candidates who are shortlisted — payable before downloading the main exam admit card. Its exact amount isn't specified in this notification.
Required Documents
Since much of your PET-2025 data carries forward automatically, the main documents you'll need are qualification-related and category-specific.
- PET-2025 Registration Number and Score Card
- Intermediate (10+2, Biology group) Certificate and Marksheet
- Pashudhan Prasar Diploma Certificate (2-year course)
- Caste/Reservation Certificate (SC/ST/OBC), in prescribed format, if applicable
- EWS Certificate (issued between 1 Apr 2026 and 29 Sep 2026, based on FY 2025-26 income), if applicable
- Freedom Fighter Dependent / Ex-Serviceman Reservation Certificate, if applicable
- Disability (Divyangjan) Certificate with category/sub-category clearly mentioned, if applicable
- Preferential Qualification proof (Territorial Army/NCC 'B'/Remount Veterinary Corps service), if applicable
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website: upsssc.gov.in
- Go to the "Live Advertisement" section on the homepage and locate Advertisement No. 17-Pariksha/2026.
- Log in 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 want to apply for — posts not selected won't be considered.
- Enter your educational qualification and preferential eligibility details, including board/university name, year of passing, certificate/roll number, and marks.
- Check your photo and signature carried forward from PET-2025 — these cannot be edited.
- Fill in remaining details, including preferential qualification (Yes/No) and your PET-2025 recorded address.
- Read the declaration carefully, tick all points if you agree, enter the verification code, and click Save and Submit.
- Pay the prescribed fee via Credit Card/Debit Card/Internet Banking/UPI or an SBI e-challan.
- Download and print your submitted application form for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Only the online application system is valid — applications through any other mode won't be accepted.
- Reservation-category candidates must hold the relevant certificate, issued by a competent authority in the prescribed format, on or before 29 September 2026.
- Women candidates are considered under the category applicable through their father's side — only caste certificates from the father's side are valid.
- Only one application is accepted per candidate; if you submit more than one, only the last submitted one is considered, and the rest are rejected.
- Permissible details can be revised only up to 6 October 2026 — no revision or representation is entertained after this date.
- The Commission doesn't correspond individually with candidates — all updates are posted on the official website, which you should check regularly.
- Furnishing incorrect information, or being found ineligible at any stage, can lead to rejection of candidature and debarment from this and future UPSSSC examinations.
Why Should You Apply?
For PET-2025 qualifiers holding a Pashudhan Prasar Diploma, this is a substantial 1251-post opening in a fairly specialised field, with a defined Level-5 pay scale and a straightforward single-stage written exam standing between you and selection. Since eligibility is already narrowed to PET-2025 qualifiers with the right diploma, competition is naturally more focused than a fully open-market recruitment of this size would be.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 1251 vacancies — 1248 posts under general recruitment and 3 posts under special selection.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to register, pay the fee, and submit the online application is 29 September 2026. Fee reconciliation and form correction can be done until 6 October 2026.
Q3. Who is eligible to apply for the UPSSSC Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Main Exam 2026?
Ans: Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025, hold a valid PET-2025 score card, did not score zero or negative in PET-2025, and possess the mandatory educational qualification.
Q4. What is the educational qualification for this post?
Ans: An Intermediate (10+2) qualification with the Biology group, plus a two-year Pashudhan Prasar Diploma from a veterinary university/college established by law, along with knowledge of Hindi in the Devanagari script.
Q5. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Ans: 21 to 40 years of age as on 1 July of the advertisement year, with relaxation for SC/ST and other notified categories (exact relaxation not specified in this notification).
Q6. What is the application fee for this recruitment?
Ans: All categories pay a total of ₹25 (application fee ₹0 + online processing fee ₹25) at the application stage. A separate main exam fee applies later, only to shortlisted candidates.
Q7. What is the selection process?
Ans: A single written objective/MCQ exam of 100 questions worth 100 marks, in 2 hours, with ¼ negative marking per wrong answer.
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Final Words
UPSSSC's 1251-post Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari recruitment is a solid opportunity for PET-2025 qualifiers with the right diploma background, so make sure your qualification and PET-2025 score card are in order, and get your application in before 29 September 2026. Share this with Pashudhan Prasar Diploma holders in your circle who cleared PET-2025, and join our Telegram channel above for free alerts on the next UPSSSC notification.