The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the notification for the UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 17-Exam/2026. This recruitment campaign opens up doors for qualified candidates aspiring to serve within the Animal Husbandry Department of Uttar Pradesh. With a total of 1,251 vacancies up for grabs, eligible candidates who appeared in the UPSSSC PET-2025 can now check out the details and prepare for the application process.
Aspiring applicants should carefully review the eligibility criteria, important dates, and examination patterns detailed below to ensure a smooth application experience.
UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer 2026: Overview
Here is a snapshot of the critical highlights regarding Advertisement No. 17-Exam/2026:
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Post Name | Livestock Extension Officer |
| Advertisement No. | 17-Exam/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,251 |
| Notification Release Date | 10 August, 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 09 September, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 September, 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction / Fee Adjustment | 06 October, 2026 |
| Eligibility | PET-2025 Qualified Candidates |
| Selection Process | PET-2025 Shortlisting + Main Examination |
| Main Exam Type | Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Main Exam Duration | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
Out of the 1,251 total vacancies (comprising 1,248 regular and 3 special selection slots), seats are categorized across different reservation groups:
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | 500 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 25 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 345 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 124 |
| Special Selection | 3 |
| Total | 1,251 |
Eligibility Criteria and Qualifications
To successfully submit applications for this role, candidates must fulfill specific educational and age criteria:
Educational Qualification Checklist
- Passed Intermediate (10+2) with Biology or an equivalent examination recognized by the government.
- Possess a two-year Diploma in Livestock Extension from a recognized Veterinary University/College.
Preferential Qualification Checklist
- Have served in the Territorial Army for at least two years.
- Hold an NCC ‘B’ Certificate.
- Have served continuously for five years as a Veterinary Dresser (Class I & II) in the Remount Veterinary Corps and have passed High School with Science or Agriculture.
Age Limit (As on July 1, 2026): Minimum Age is 21 years and Maximum Age is 40 years.
Salary and Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be placed under a lucrative compensation framework conforming to state directives:
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Livestock Extension Officer |
| Pay Level | Level-6 |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400 |
| Pay Commission | 7th Pay Commission |
| Allowances | As per Uttar Pradesh Government Rules |
Main Examination Pattern and Syllabus
Candidates shortlisted through PET-2025 (at a 1:15 category-wise ratio) will progress to the Main Examination. The exam consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions spanning a duration of 2 hours (120 minutes).
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | Animal Husbandry and Livestock Extension | 60 | 60 |
| Part B | General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Part C | Computer and Information Technology | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Detailed Syllabus Overview
| Part | Subject | Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Part A | Animal Husbandry and Livestock Extension | Animal Husbandry, Livestock Production, Animal Nutrition, Animal Breeding, Veterinary Science, Dairy Farming, Poultry Farming, Livestock Diseases, Animal Health and Hygiene, Livestock Extension Education and related topics |
| Related Resources | Previous Material | UKSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Previous Year Question Papers |
| Part B | General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh | History, Geography, Culture, Economy, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Government Schemes, Current Affairs and important facts related to Uttar Pradesh |
| Part C | Computer and Information Technology | Basics of Computers, Computer Hardware and Software, Operating Systems, Internet, Networking, MS Office, Cyber Security, Digital Technology and Information Technology |
Official Notification and Resources
Candidates can access the comprehensive documentation via the official link below:
- Download UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Notification 2026 PDF
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