Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has published the official notification for Avar Abhiyanta (Krishi) / Junior Engineer (Agriculture) under the Directorate of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh. Released under Advertisement No. 19-Pariksha/2026, this recruitment drive invites online applications to fill 134 permanent and temporary vacancies in Pay Level-6.

Candidates holding a 3-year Diploma in Agricultural Engineering and a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 scorecard can submit their application online starting 17 September 2026 through the official web portal (upsssc.gov.in).

Important Dates & Exam Timeline

Application Fee & Payment Guidelines

Every candidate applying for the preliminary shortlisting stage must pay an online processing fee.

Note on Main Exam Fee: The initial fee of ₹25 covers application processing and PET score verification. Candidates shortlisted for the written Mains examination will be required to pay a separate Mains Exam Fee prior to downloading their admit card.

Accepted Payment Modes

Payment can be reconciled online via SBI e-Pay gateway using:

• Credit Cards / Debit Cards (Visa, MasterCard, RuPay)
• Net Banking (All major Indian banks)
• UPI (BHIM, Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm)
• SBI e-Challan (for cash deposits at any SBI branch)

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Reservation Matrix

The 134 Junior Engineer (Agriculture) posts are categorized across vertical and horizontal reservation grids as mandated by the Uttar Pradesh Government.

Vertical Vacancy Breakdown

Horizontal Reservation Distribution

Eligibility Criteria & Qualification Standards

To apply for UPSSSC JE Agriculture 2026, candidates must meet shortlisting eligibility (PET 2025) and educational qualifications.

1. Mandatory PET Requirement

Candidates must have appeared in the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET 2025). Candidates securing zero or negative normalized marks in PET 2025 are ineligible for shortlisting.

2. Educational Qualifications

As per Rule-8 of the Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Department Avar Abhiyanta Service Rules, 2015, an applicant must possess:

• High School (Class 10th) passing certificate from the UP Board of High School and Intermediate Education or an equivalent government-recognized board.
• 3-Year Diploma in Agricultural Engineering issued by the Prāvidhik Shiksha Parishad (UP Board of Technical Education) or an equivalent qualification recognized by AICTE.

Note: All educational mark sheets and passing certificates must be issued on or before the application deadline date (07 October 2026).

3. Age Limit & Age Relaxations (As on 01 July 2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years

Permissible Age Relaxations:

• SC / ST / OBC Candidates of Uttar Pradesh: Up to 5 Years
• Ex-Servicemen: Service duration + 3 Years
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD): Up to 15 Years
• UP State Government Employees: Up to 5 Years

4. Preferential Qualifications

If two or more candidates obtain equal marks in the final merit list, preference will be given to candidates who possess:

1. Served in the Territorial Army for a minimum period of 2 years, or
2. Obtained an NCC 'B' Certificate.

UPSSSC JE Agriculture Salary & Pay Level

The post of Junior Engineer (Agriculture) carries a competitive salary package under the 7th Pay Commission structure.

Key Perks & Allowances

• Dearness Allowance (DA): Adjusted periodically as per state government revisions.
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): Payable at 8%, 16%, or 24% depending on posting location.
• Travel Allowance (TA): For official field visits and project site inspections.
• Medical Benefits & Pension Scheme: Covered under National Pension System (NPS) and State Health Insurance policies.

Key Job Responsibilities of a Junior Engineer (Agriculture)

A Junior Engineer (Agriculture) in the Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Department works on rural mechanization and soil health management. Key responsibilities include:

• Farm Machinery & Mechanization: Inspecting and promoting modern agricultural machinery, tractor-drawn implements, micro-irrigation systems, and custom hiring centers.
• Soil & Water Conservation: Supervising water harvesting structures, farm ponds, check dams, and soil erosion control projects.
• Government Scheme Implementation: Executing state and central agricultural schemes (e.g., Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization, PM Krishi Sinchayee Yojana).
• Technical Guidance: Assisting local farmers and extension officers on equipment operation, energy conservation, and post-harvest technology.

UPSSSC JE Agriculture Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Selection involves a two-tier screening approach followed by verification.

┌───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ UPSSSC JE AGRICULTURE SELECTION STAGES │
├───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ STAGE 1 ──► Shortlisting via UPSSSC PET 2025 Scores │
│ STAGE 2 ──► Mains Written Examination (100 Marks) │
│ STAGE 3 ──► Document Verification (DV) & Bio-Metrics │
│ STAGE 4 ──► Final Merit List Publication │
└───────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Mains Written Examination Pattern

The Mains exam features 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs) carrying 1 mark each.

Marking Rules:

• Positive Marks: +1 mark for every correct response.
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks (25%) will be deducted for every wrong answer.
• Question Language: Bilingual (Hindi and English).

Core Syllabus Breakdown for Mains Examination

Part 1: Agricultural Engineering (65 Marks)

• Farm Machinery & Power: Principles of IC engines, tractor systems, tillage equipment, seed drills, sprayers, combine harvesters, plant protection equipment, maintenance, and testing protocols.
• Soil and Water Conservation Engineering: Soil erosion mechanics, rainfall-runoff relationships, design of terrace systems, contour bunding, gully control structures, watershed management, and remote sensing applications.
• Irrigation & Drainage Engineering: Water requirement of crops, pump selection, design of open channels, drip and sprinkler irrigation systems, subsurface drainage, and waterlogging reclamation.
• Agricultural Process & Post-Harvest Engineering: Grain drying techniques, storage structures (silos, godowns), milling of cereals and pulses, food processing machinery, and cold storage design.
• Renewable Energy & Structures: Solar pumps, biogas plants, gasifiers, green houses, animal housing design, and rural structures.

Part 2: Computer & Information Technology (15 Marks)

• Fundamentals of computers, operating systems, hardware & software.
• Internet usage, Web Browsers, IP addresses, Search Engines, and e-Governance tools.
• MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), digital financial tools, cyber security basics, and modern technological innovations.

Part 3: General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh (20 Marks)

• History, art, culture, festivals, folk dances, and literature of Uttar Pradesh.
• Geographical profile, forest cover, rivers, climate, and soil distribution in UP.
• State economy, industrial corridors, agricultural produce, infrastructure projects, and flagship state welfare schemes.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online for UPSSSC JE Agriculture 2026

Follow these instructions to complete your application on the UPSSSC portal:

Step 1: Portal Login

1. Visit the official UPSSSC portal: upsssc.gov.in.
2. Under the Live Advertisements section on the homepage, click on Advt. No. 19-Pariksha/2026 (JE Agriculture).
3. Choose your login method:

• Through Personal Details: Enter PET 2025 Registration Number, Date of Birth, Gender, UP Domicile status, and Category.
• Through OTP: Enter PET 2025 Registration Number and authenticate using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number/email.

Step 2: Educational Details & Verification

1. Verify pre-filled data carried forward automatically from your PET 2025 registration (Name, Photo, Signature, Address).
2. Enter details for mandatory qualifications: Board name, Passing year, Roll number, and Certificate number for your High School and 3-Year Diploma in Agricultural Engineering.
3. Select preferential qualification details (NCC 'B' certificate or Territorial Army service) if applicable.

Step 3: Fee Payment & Final Submission

1. Review the filled application form in the preview window.
2. Click Proceed for Payment and pay the processing fee of ₹25 using net banking, UPI, or credit/debit cards.
3. Once the transaction status shows success, click Submit Application.
4. Print out the final application form along with the e-receipt for future reference during Document Verification.

Document Checklist for Application & Verification

Keep self-attested copies of these documents ready before starting the online application process:

• PET 2025 Scorecard (showing normalized score).
• High School (10th) Marksheet & Passing Certificate (for age verification).
• 3-Year Diploma in Agricultural Engineering Marksheets & Degree Certificate.
• UP Domicile Certificate (mandatory for claiming reservation benefits).
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer) issued in the prescribed UP state format.
• EWS Certificate (valid for current financial year, if applying under EWS category).
• Disability / Ex-Servicemen / DFF Certificate (if applying under horizontal reservation).
• Government Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Driving License).
• Passport-sized Photographs (matching the photo submitted during PET registration).