Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the notification for 2,759 Agriculture Technical Assistant (AGTA) Group C posts. This recruitment is based on PET-2025 scores followed by a Main Written Examination. No interview. Excellent opportunity for Agriculture graduates to secure a permanent state government job with Level-4 pay scale.
Agriculture Technical Assistants work in various agriculture-related government departments in UP — they assist in farmer advisory services, soil testing, crop disease management, government scheme implementation, and agricultural extension activities.
IMPORTANT DATES
| Online Apply Start Date | 22 May 2026 |
| Online Apply Last Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 11 June 2026 |
| Age Calculation Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Main Exam Date | To be notified |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
APPLICATION FEE
| General / EWS / OBC | Rs. 25/- (Nominal — as per UPSSSC fee structure) |
| SC / ST | Rs. 25/- |
| PwBD | Rs. 25/- |
| Payment Mode | Online — SBI Collect / Net Banking / Debit Card |
AGE LIMIT — As on 01 July 2026
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years (General/EWS) |
| OBC (NCL) Age Relaxation | Max 43 Years (+3 Years) |
| SC / ST Age Relaxation | Max 45 Years (+5 Years) |
| PwBD Age Relaxation | +15 Years (across all categories) |
| Ex-Serviceman | As per UP Govt rules |
| Female Candidates (SC/OBC/EWS — UP Domicile) | Up to 5 additional years relaxation |
EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
| Required Degree | Bachelor's degree in Agriculture (B.Sc. Agriculture) from a recognized university |
| Alternative Degrees | B.Sc. Horticulture / B.Sc. Forestry / B.Sc. Agricultural Engineering / 4-year B.Sc. Home Science |
| PET Requirement | Candidate MUST have cleared UPSSSC PET-2025 (Preliminary Eligibility Test) to be eligible |
| Domicile | Must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh |
| Note | Final year Agriculture graduates who have appeared in the qualifying degree exam are NOT eligible — degree must be complete |
PAY SCALE & SALARY
| Pay Matrix Level | Level-4 (7th Central Pay Commission as adopted by UP State Government) |
| Basic Pay | Rs. 25,500/- per month |
| Maximum Pay Scale | Rs. 81,100/- per month (at highest pay progression) |
| DA (Dearness Allowance) | As per UP Govt DA revision (applicable from current DA rate) |
| HRA (House Rent Allowance) | As per posting location — Urban/Rural classification |
| Approximate Gross Monthly In-hand | Rs. 30,000 – Rs. 38,000/- per month (at entry level with allowances) |
| Other Benefits | Medical facilities, Leave Travel Allowance, Group Insurance, Provident Fund, Gratuity, Pension |
SELECTION PROCESS
| Stage | Process | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PET-2025 Score Shortlisting | Candidates shortlisted based on UPSSSC PET-2025 marks (must have cleared PET to apply) |
| 2 | Main Written Examination | Post-specific written exam on Agriculture subjects — Multiple choice / descriptive (as per notification) |
| 3 | Document Verification | Educational certificates, domicile, caste certificate verification |
| 4 | Medical Examination | Standard state government medical fitness check |
