The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released Advertisement No. 19‑Exam/2026 for the Junior Engineer (Agriculture) Main Examination (PET‑2025/19). This notification invites online applications from eligible candidates for 134 vacancies under the Directorate of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh. The recruitment process is based on the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET‑2025) scores, and only shortlisted candidates will be allowed to participate in the main examination.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Publication of Advertisement | 14 August 2026 |
| Start of Online Registration & Fee Payment | 17 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration, Fee Payment & Submission | 07 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Reconciliation & Application Correction | 14 October 2026 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Only candidates who appeared in PET‑2025 and possess the required qualifications are eligible.
- Shortlisting for the main exam will be based on normalized PET‑2025 scores.
- Candidates with zero or negative PET scores will not be shortlisted.
- Applicants under “Under Investigation (UI)” or “Provisional” categories in PET‑2025 may apply provisionally, subject to final Commission decisions.
🌐 Application Process
- Visit the official UPSSSC website: https://upsssc.gov.in.
- Go to the Live Advertisement Segment and click on the relevant advertisement.
- Login using your PET‑2025 Registration Number and OTP sent to your registered mobile/email.
- Fill in educational qualifications, category, EWS details, and other required information.
- Upload necessary certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or SBI e‑challan.
- Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.
💰 Application Fee
Candidates must pay the prescribed examination fee through the online payment system or SBI e‑challan. Applications will be considered valid only after successful fee reconciliation.
📑 Key Instructions
- Applications submitted after 07 October 2026 will not be accepted.
- Fee reconciliation must be completed by 14 October 2026.
- Candidates must ensure all details are correct before final submission.
- Reservation benefits will be granted only upon submission of valid certificates issued before the last date.
- EWS applicants must possess certificates issued between 01 April 2026 and 07 October 2026, based on FY 2025‑26 income.
📞 Official Contact Information
For queries, candidates may contact:
- Website: https://upsssc.gov.in
- Email: online.upsssc@nic.in
- Address: UPSSSC, PIKUP Bhawan, 3rd Floor, Vibhuti Khand, Gomtinagar, Lucknow – 226010
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many vacancies are available under this notification?
There are 134 vacancies for Junior Engineer (Agriculture).
2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online application submission and fee payment is 07 October 2026.
3. Can candidates with negative PET scores apply?
No, candidates with zero or negative PET‑2025 scores will not be shortlisted for the main exam.
4. What is the fee reconciliation deadline?
The deadline for fee reconciliation and application correction is 14 October 2026.
5. How can I apply for the exam?
Applications must be submitted online through the UPSSSC website: https://upsssc.gov.in.
6. Is the application process available offline?
No, applications will only be accepted through the online application system.
7. What documents are required for EWS applicants?
EWS candidates must provide certificates issued between 01 April 2026 and 07 October 2026, based on FY 2025‑26 income, in the prescribed format.
📚 Final Note
The UPSSSC Junior Engineer (Agriculture) Main Examination 2026 is a significant opportunity for candidates aspiring to serve in the Agriculture Directorate of Uttar Pradesh. Applicants are advised to carefully read the notification, ensure eligibility, and submit their applications well before the deadline. Timely fee payment and reconciliation are crucial to avoid rejection. This recruitment reflects UPSSSC’s commitment to transparent and merit‑based selection.
For official updates and notifications, visit: https://upsssc.gov.in.
