UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1251 Posts
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the notification for Livestock Extension Officer (Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari) Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 17-Exam/2026. A total of 1,251 vacancies have been announced under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh.
The recruitment is being conducted for the Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Main Examination based on UPSSSC PET-2025. Eligible candidates who appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and meet the prescribed educational qualifications can apply online from 09 September 2026 to 29 September 2026.
UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Department | Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh |
| Post Name | Livestock Extension Officer / Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari |
| Advertisement No. | 17-Exam/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,251 Posts |
| Regular Posts | 1,248 |
| Special Recruitment Posts | 3 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| PET Requirement | UPSSSC PET 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 09 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 September 2026 |
| Correction/Fee Adjustment Last Date | 06 October 2026 |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Pay Level | Level-5 |
| Pay Scale | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
The above recruitment details are based on the notification information published for Advertisement No. 17-Exam/2026.
UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Vacancy 2026
A total of 1,251 Livestock Extension Officer posts have been announced.
| Post | Number of Posts |
| Livestock Extension Officer – Regular Recruitment | 1,248 |
| Livestock Extension Officer – Special Recruitment | 3 |
| Total | 1,251 |
The regular recruitment vacancies include 500 UR, 254 SC, 25 ST, 345 OBC and 124 EWS posts, while the 3 special recruitment posts are reserved for OBC candidates.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed educational and other eligibility requirements.
Essential Qualification
Candidates should have:
- Intermediate (10+2) with Biology from the Uttar Pradesh Board or an equivalent recognized examination.
- A Two-Year Diploma in Livestock Extension from a recognized Veterinary University/College established by law.
- Knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari Script.
- Candidates must also have appeared in and qualified UPSSSC PET 2025 with a valid PET scorecard.
Only candidates meeting all the prescribed conditions should submit the online application.
UPSSSC PET 2025 Requirement
This recruitment is for the Livestock Extension Officer Main Examination, and the UPSSSC PET 2025 score is mandatory.
Candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and possess the required qualification can apply. Shortlisting for the main examination will be carried out on the basis of the normalized PET-2025 score. Candidates having a zero or negative absolute/normalized score are not eligible for shortlisting.
Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as on 01 July 2026.
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
Age relaxation for eligible reserved categories and other candidates will be applicable as per the rules of the Uttar Pradesh Government/UPSSSC.
Application Fee
The notification specifies an online processing fee of ₹25.
| Category | Application/Processing Fee |
| General | ₹25 |
| OBC | ₹25 |
| EWS | ₹25 |
| SC | ₹25 |
| ST | ₹25 |
| Other eligible categories | As per notification |
Candidates should verify the fee details on the official UPSSSC application portal before final submission.
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates for the Livestock Extension Officer post will be placed under Pay Level-5.
Pay Scale: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
Other applicable allowances and benefits will be provided according to the applicable government rules.
Selection Process
The selection process for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 involves:
- Shortlisting through UPSSSC PET-2025 Score
- Main Written Examination
- Further recruitment formalities as prescribed by UPSSSC.
The PET-2025 score is used for shortlisting candidates for the main examination, after which eligible shortlisted candidates will appear in the prescribed written examination.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Publication | 10 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 09 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration/Application | 29 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 29 September 2026 |
| Fee Adjustment & Correction Last Date | 06 October 2026 |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
| Main Examination Date | To be announced |
Candidates should complete their application before the last date and use the correction window, if required, within the prescribed period.
How to Apply Online?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official UPSSSC website by following these steps:
- Visit the official UPSSSC website.
- Open the recruitment/application section.
- Find Advertisement No. 17-Exam/2026 – Livestock Extension Officer.
- Log in using the required UPSSSC PET-2025 registration details.
- Verify the information available from your PET-2025 record.
- Enter the required additional details.
- Upload documents wherever required.
- Pay the applicable ₹25 online processing fee.
- Check the complete application form carefully.
- Submit the application before 29 September 2026.
- Download and save the final application/confirmation page for future reference.
The application link is scheduled to become active on 09 September 2026.
Important Links
Official Website:
UPSSSC Official Website
Online Application:
The application link will be activated on 09 September 2026 on the official UPSSSC portal.
Official Notification:
Candidates should download and read the complete notification before applying.
