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Add as a Preferred Source on GoogleUPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the recruitment notification for the post of Livestock Extension Officer (Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari) under Advt. No. 17-Exam/2026. A total of 1,251 vacancy seats (1,248 regular + 3 special selection) have been announced for appointment in the Animal Husbandry Department, Uttar Pradesh. The UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 notification has been released on 10 August 2026. Candidates can submit their online applications starting from 09 September 2026, and the last date to apply online is 29 September 2026.
This recruitment drive presents an excellent opportunity for eligible job seekers in Uttar Pradesh holding valid UP PET 2025 scorecards. Applicants must review all eligibility criteria, educational qualification requirements, and important deadlines before submitting their online form.
UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Department Name | Animal Husbandry Department, UP |
| Post Name | Livestock Extension Officer (Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari) |
| Advt. No. | 17-Exam/2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 1251 (1248 Regular + 3 Special Selection) |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 – 92,300/-) |
| Notification Date | 10.08.2026 |
| Category | UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Date | 10.08.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 09.09.2026 (12:01 AM onwards) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29.09.2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Fee Adjustment & Application Modification Last Date | 06.10.2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| UR / Gen / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PWD / ESM / Female | Rs. 25/- |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 is 21-40 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 01.07.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
| Livestock Extension Officer (LEO) | 1251 | 12th Pass (Biology/ Agriculture) OR 2-Year Livestock Extension Diploma + Valid UP PET 2025 Scorecard |
Written Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
The written examination will consist of a single question paper containing 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions for a total of 100 marks with a time duration of 2 hours (120 minutes). There is a negative marking of 25% (1/4th mark) for each incorrect answer.
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Subject Related Knowledge (Animal Husbandry, Anatomy, Nutrition, Breeding, Dairy, Poultry, Health, Extension, etc.) | 65 | 65 | 2 Hours |
| Knowledge of Computer & Information Technology concepts, technological development & innovation | 15 | 15 | – |
| General Information related to the State of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 | – |
| Total | 100 | 100 | – |
UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Shortlisting based on UP PET 2025 Normalized Score (15 times the advertised vacancies per category)
- Mains Written Examination
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official portal at upsssc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Applicant Segment and click on “Applicant Authentication / Login Through PET Registration Number”.
- Authenticate your login using your PET-2025 Registration Number via OTP or Personal Details.
- Fill out the remaining application details, verify auto-populated information, and check the declaration box.
- Pay the mandatory processing fee of Rs. 25/- using credit card, debit card, UPI, or internet banking.
- Submit the final application form and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer 2026 Online Form Link (From 09.09.2026) | Apply Online |
| UPSSSC Official Website | UPSSSC |
