The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the UPSSSC Avar Abhiyanta (Krishi) Recruitment 2026 notification for 134 Junior Engineer (Agriculture) posts under the Directorate of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh.
The online application process will be conducted from 17 September 2026 to 7 October 2026. This recruitment is for the Avar Abhiyanta (Krishi) Mukhya Pariksha 2026.
EXPERIENCE / ELIGIBILITY IMPORTANT: No separate prior work experience is prescribed. However, PET-2025 eligibility is mandatory. Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and are shortlisted by UPSSSC based on their normalized PET score can apply for this Main Examination.
UPSSSC JE Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Details | Information |
| Organisation | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post Name | Avar Abhiyanta (Krishi) / Junior Engineer (Agriculture) |
| Department | Directorate of Agriculture, Uttar Pradesh |
| Total Posts | 134 |
| Age Limit | 18–40 Years |
| Qualification | High School + 3-Year Diploma in Agricultural Engineering |
| Application Fee | ₹25 Online Processing Fee |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | Pay Level-6; ₹9,300–₹34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4,200 |
| Experience | No separate work experience required |
| Eligibility | PET-2025 appeared and shortlisted candidates with prescribed qualification |
| Selection | PET Shortlisting + Main Written Examination |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
| Avar Abhiyanta (Krishi) / Junior Engineer | 134 |
| Total | 134 |
Category-wise vacancies include 54 UR, 23 SC, 1 ST, 43 OBC and 13 EWS posts.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 17 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 7 October 2026 |
| Fee Reconciliation / Correction Last Date | 14 October 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
PET-2025 Eligibility
Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET-2025 and are shortlisted based on their normalized PET score can apply for the Main Examination.
Candidates with a zero or negative PET-2025 score are not eligible for shortlisting.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- High School certificate from UP Board or recognized equivalent; and
- Three-year Diploma in Agricultural Engineering from the Uttar Pradesh Board of Technical Education or recognized equivalent approved by AICTE.
The required qualification must be possessed by 7 October 2026.
Age Limit
The prescribed age is 18 to 40 years as on 1 July 2026, with applicable relaxation for eligible reserved categories and government employees as per Uttar Pradesh rules.
Experience
No separate prior work experience is required for the Junior Engineer (Agriculture) post. However, PET-2025 shortlisting and the prescribed Agricultural Engineering Diploma are mandatory.
Salary
The Avar Abhiyanta (Krishi) post carries Pay Level-6, with the notification mentioning:
₹9,300–₹34,800 + Grade Pay ₹4,200
The exact in-hand salary is not specified in the notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Processing Fee |
| UR | ₹25 |
| OBC | ₹25 |
| SC | ₹25 |
| ST | ₹25 |
The Main Examination fee, payable by shortlisted candidates before downloading the admit card, will be as prescribed separately.
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- PET-2025 based shortlisting
- UPSSSC Avar Abhiyanta (Krishi) Main Examination
- Final merit based on the Main Examination
Main Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
| Agricultural Engineering Subject | 65 | 65 |
| Computer & IT | 15 | 15 |
| Uttar Pradesh General Information | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 2 Hours
Negative Marking: ¼ mark for each wrong answer.
How to Apply for UPSSSC JE Recruitment 2026
Eligible PET-2025 shortlisted candidates can apply through the official UPSSSC website.
- Visit the official UPSSSC website.
- Open the Live Advertisement section.
- Select Advertisement No. 19-Pariksha/2026.
- Log in using your PET-2025 registration details and OTP.
- Verify the auto-filled personal information.
- Enter the required educational qualification details.
- Select preferential qualification, if applicable.
- Submit the declaration and application.
- Pay the applicable processing fee online.
- Download and save the final application form.
Official Apply Link
Candidates should use the official UPSSSC application portal to submit the Main Examination application. Only eligible PET-2025 candidates shortlisted for this post should proceed with the application.
Official UPSSSC Apply Online Portal
Details PDF
The official notification contains complete information about the 134 vacancies, PET-2025 shortlisting, qualification, age limit, fee, examination pattern and application procedure. Candidates should read the notification carefully before applying.
Download UPSSSC JE Agriculture Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Official Apply Link | Click Here to Apply Online |
| Details PDF | Download Official Notification |
| Official Website | UPSSSC Official Website |
FAQs – UPSSSC JE Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available?
There are 134 Junior Engineer (Agriculture) / Avar Abhiyanta posts.
Q2. Who can apply for this recruitment?
Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and are shortlisted by UPSSSC based on their normalized PET score can apply.
Q3. What is the qualification?
Candidates need High School plus a three-year Diploma in Agricultural Engineering.
Q4. Is work experience required?
No separate prior work experience is required.
Q5. What is the age limit?
The age limit is 18 to 40 years, with applicable government relaxations.
Q6. What is the last date to apply?
The last date is 7 October 2026.
Q7. What is the selection process?
Selection is through PET-2025 based shortlisting followed by the Main Written Examination.
Q8. What is the application fee?
The online processing fee is ₹25. A separate Main Examination fee is payable by shortlisted candidates as prescribed.