Uttar Pradesh Adhinasth Seva Chayan Ayog (UPSSSC), Lucknow
Last Date: 29-09-2026

The Uttar Pradesh Adhinasth Seva Chayan Ayog has opened online applications for 1251 posts of Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari, known in English as Livestock Extension Officer, under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry. This is Advertisement No. 17-Pariksha/2026, and the window for filling the main exam application runs from 9 September to 29 September 2026. Only candidates who already appeared in the PET-2025 exam and hold a valid score card can fill this form.

UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026: Quick Intro

The Directorate of Animal Husbandry manages Uttar Pradesh's veterinary services, including veterinary hospitals, artificial insemination centres, and various livestock welfare programmes across the state's districts. The Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari is a field-level position that involves working directly with farmers and livestock owners as part of the state's animal husbandry services and through this recruitment, the Commission has announced 1,251 vacancies for the post.

What makes this recruitment different from a general open recruitment is that it is not a fresh entry-level examination. The Main Examination is restricted to candidates who have already qualified the PET-2025 screening test, conducted on 6 and 7 September 2025 and around 19.4 lakh candidates appeared for PET-2025, but only candidates who meet the specific Intermediate and diploma qualification requirements for the Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari post can apply for this Main Examination.

This relatively limited eligibility pool is important because the 2-year Pashudhan Prasar diploma is a specialised qualification and is not pursued by every science student. The course is offered through selected government and affiliated institutions, including the Institute of Para Veterinary Science at Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Pashu Chikitsa Vigyan Vishwavidyalaya, Mathura. Candidates who hold this specific qualification should therefore pay close attention to this recruitment, as it offers a specialised Group C government employment opportunity rather than functioning as a broad graduate-level recruitment.

Vacancy Details

The total 1,251 vacancies are divided into two recruitment blocks: 1,248 posts under the General Recruitment category and 3 posts under the Special Selection category. Both categories carry the same Level-5 pay scale. The complete category-wise vacancy distribution is provided below:

Note: Horizontal reservations are included within the overall vacancy figures. For this recruitment, 249 posts are earmarked for women, 62 for Ex-Servicemen, 24 for dependants of Freedom Fighters, and 24 for outstanding sportspersons. Under the Divyang reservation, 17 posts are earmarked for candidates with low vision, 16 for hearing impairment, and 16 for the combined category covering locomotor disability, dwarfism, and acid attack survivors. No posts are currently earmarked under the listed categories for autism, intellectual disability, or multiple disabilities.

*Candidates applying under the EWS category must have an Income and Asset Certificate issued between 1 April 2026 and 29 September 2026. The certificate must be based on the 2025-26 financial year and valid for 2026-27. An older EWS certificate will not be accepted, so candidates should ensure that their certificate falls within the prescribed validity period before applying.

Application Fee

There is no separate category-wise application fee for this recruitment. Candidates from all categories, including UR, OBC, SC, and ST, are required to pay the same Rs.25 online processing fee. The fee can be paid through credit card, debit card, internet banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan, as permitted through the application process.

Note: One important point candidates should keep in mind is that the Rs.25 processing fee applies only to the Main Examination application stage and a separate examination fee will be charged later from shortlisted candidates, and this payment must be completed before the Main Examination admit card can be downloaded. Candidates should therefore be prepared for a 2nd fee payment if they are shortlisted for the Main Examination.

Age Limit

Candidates must have completed 21 years and must not have exceeded 40 years of age as on 1 July 2026. This is the prescribed cut-off date for determining age eligibility, so candidates should calculate their age based on 1 July 2026, and not the application date. The category-wise age limits and applicable relaxations are detailed below:

**UPSSSC provides one specific age-relaxation figure in the notification: candidates already serving in Uttar Pradesh State Government service receive a 5-year relaxation in the upper age limit. For SC, ST, OBC, Divyang, Ex-Servicemen, and dependants of Freedom Fighters, age relaxation is available according to the applicable government rules and Acts and the exact figure or data not provided yet.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must fulfil both of the following requirements and meeting only one of them is not sufficient for eligibility:
1. Intermediate (10+2) with Biology from the UP Board or an equivalent recognised examination.
2. A two-year Pashudhan Prasar (Livestock Extension) Diploma from a veterinary university or college established under the applicable law.
*Candidates must also have working knowledge of Hindi written in the Devanagari script.
The detailed educational & preferential qualification requirements are provided below.

Note: As mentioned above, beyond the mandatory eligibility requirements, there is also certain preferential qualifications and these are not compulsory for applying, but may give a candidate preference where other conditions are otherwise equal. These preferential qualifications include:
> At least 2 years of service in the Territorial Army
> NCC 'B' Certificate
> 15 years of continuous service as a Veterinary Dresser in the Remount Veterinary Corps, along with a High School qualification including Science or Agriculture.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of two linked stages. The first stage, PET-2025, has already been conducted, and its normalised score determines which candidates are eligible to proceed to the next stage. Candidates who meet the required PET-2025 criteria can appear for the Main Written Examination conducted specifically for this Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari post.

For shortlisting to the Main Examination, UPSSSC selects candidates category-wise at up to 15 times the number of advertised vacancies, based on their normalised PET-2025 scores. The cutoff is calculated up to two decimal places. So, with 1,251 vacancies, this means roughly 18,765 candidates could be shortlisted for the Main Examination, subject to the category-wise vacancy distribution and applicable rules. It is also important to note that candidates with a zero or negative normalised PET-2025 score are not considered for the shortlist, regardless of their category.

The Main Written Examination is the sole basis for final selection for this post and there is no interview, separate skill test, or additional physical test after the written examination. Candidates should therefore focus their preparation primarily on the Main Examination, as performance in this written test determines the final merit.

The Main Written Examination consists of 100 objective-type multiple-choice questions carrying 100 marks, with a total duration of 2 hours. A negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for every incorrect answer. The paper is divided into 3 sections:
1. Animal Husbandry: 65 marks covering 13 subject areas, including Animal Nutrition, Breeding, Dairy Management, Poultry Farming, and Disease Management
2. Computer & IT: 15 marks
3. Uttar Pradesh General Knowledge: 20 marks.
The complete examination pattern, structure, and detailed syllabus are provided below:

Note: Candidates whose PET-2025 scores are currently marked as under investigation or provisional may still apply for and appear in the Main Examination. However, their shortlisting and final selection will remain subject to the Commission's decision regarding their PET status.

Salary, Job Location and Service Conditions

Selected candidates will be placed at Level-5 of the Uttar Pradesh State Pay Matrix, with a basic pay ranging from Rs.29,200 to Rs.92,300. In addition, they will receive admissible allowances as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.

Selected candidates will be posted under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry across Uttar Pradesh.and the post is officially described as a mix of permanent and temporary positions. Also the available advertisement doesn't specify district-wise posting locations, transfer conditions, or a probation period. Candidates should therefore avoid assuming these details and refer to any subsequent departmental orders or official instructions issued at any stage of the recruitment process.

How to Apply

1. Go to the official UPSSSC website at upsssc.gov.in.
2. Locate this advertisement, Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Mukhya Pariksha (PA0P0-2025)/17, under the Live Advertisement section on the homepage and open it.
3. Log in using your PET-2025 registration number and verify through the OTP sent to your registered mobile number or email.
4. Review your personal details, category and horizontal reservation information, which will appear pre-filled from your PET-2025 application.
5. Select the post you are applying for, since the post will not be counted as applied unless it is selected on this screen.
6. Confirm your educational qualification details, including board or university name, passing year and certificate or roll number, using the Yes/No option provided.
7. Check your photo and signature, carried over automatically from your PET-2025 application. These cannot be edited at this stage.
8. Fill in preferential qualification details if applicable, tick the declaration, enter the verification code and pay the online processing fee.
9. Download and save your submitted application form for future reference and for any document verification stage later.

Required Documents and Important Instructions

Before starting the application, keep your PET-2025 registration number, scorecard, and active registered mobile number and email ID ready, as these details are required for the application process. Candidates claiming SC, ST, OBC, or EWS reservation should also keep their valid category certificate issued by the competent authority ready and the prescribed formats for the required category certificates are provided in the Annexures on the final pages of the official notification PDF (available through the Important Links section below).
 
A few important instructions or application & examination rules candidates should note:
> Application correction is allowed only up to 6 October 2026 and is limited to specified fields, including certain educational qualification, preferential qualification, and category-related details.
> Correspondence address, horizontal reservation category, and marital status cannot be changed after final submission.
> If the fee is successfully paid but the application is not automatically submitted, candidates must complete the required fee reconciliation by 6 October 2026 using the “Update Your Transaction ID by Double Verification” option available on the applicant dashboard.
> Misconduct during the examination or submission of false information may lead to disqualification and debarment from this and future UPSSSC examinations under the Uttar Pradesh Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024.

 
Read the Important points below for clear understanding this recruitment:

Why Most PET Qualifiers Are Not Eligible for This Recruitment

Nearly 19.4 lakh candidates appeared for PET-2025, but this recruitment is open only to a much smaller pool of eligible candidates. The prescribed qualification requires both Intermediate with Biology and a 2-year Livestock Extension (Pashudhan Prasar) Diploma, which is offered through a limited number of recognised institutions. Therefore, the specific educational qualification, rather than the overall PET-2025 participation figure, is the main factor determining the actual size of the applicantions for this Main Examination.

How the 15× Shortlist Works

Approximately 18,765 candidates may be shortlisted for the Main Examination against 1,251 vacancies, based on UPSSSC's prescribed 15-times vacancy shortlisting formula, subject to category-wise selection and applicable rules. For eligible diploma holders, this means that qualifying PET-2025 is only the gateway to the Main Examination and once shortlisted, candidates will still be competing for the available posts, making strong performance in the Main Examination essential for securing a place in the final merit list.

The Job Behind the Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Post

The Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari is primarily a field-oriented role, involving activities such as supporting artificial insemination programmes, vaccination drives, and farmer outreach at the block level. The post forms part of the para-veterinary workforce supporting animal health and livestock development services in rural Uttar Pradesh. The role therefore involves substantial field coordination and direct interaction with farmers and livestock owners, and are not limited to office-based duties.

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❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many vacancies are there in UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026?

There are 1251 posts in total, made up of 1248 posts under general recruitment and 3 posts under a separate special selection category, all at Level-5 pay scale.

What is the last date to apply for this recruitment?

Online applications close on 29 September 2026. Fee reconciliation and permissible corrections to the form can still be made until 6 October 2026.

Who is eligible to apply for the Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari main exam?

Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and hold a valid, issued score card, and who also meet the mandatory educational qualification for this post, can apply.

What is the age limit for this post?

Candidates must be at least 21 years old and not more than 40 years old as on 1 July 2026. Government employees already in state service get a 5-year relaxation.

What educational qualification does this post require?

Intermediate with Biology from a recognised board, plus a two-year Pashudhan Prasar diploma from a veterinary university or college established by law, along with working knowledge of Hindi.

What is the selection process for this recruitment?

Selection has two linked stages, PET-2025 based shortlisting at 15 times the vacancies category-wise, followed by a 100-mark written main exam that is the sole basis for final selection.

What is the salary for a Livestock Extension Officer in UP?

Selected candidates get Level-5 pay, with basic pay ranging from Rs 29,200 to Rs 92,300, along with standard state government allowances.

What is the application fee for this exam?

All categories pay a uniform online processing fee of Rs 25. A separate main exam fee applies later, but only for candidates who get shortlisted.

How can candidates apply online for this post?

Applications go through upsssc.gov.in, logging in with the PET-2025 registration number and completing the form under the Live Advertisement section for this notification.

What is the official website for this recruitment?

The official website is upsssc.gov.in, where the notification, application link and all future updates for this exam will appear.

Can a candidate who did not appear in PET-2025 apply for this post?

No. This is a main exam restricted to candidates who already appeared in PET-2025 and received a score card from the Commission; fresh candidates cannot apply directly.

How many candidates are expected to be shortlisted for the written main exam?

Based on the official 15-times category-wise formula applied to 1251 posts, roughly 18,700 candidates across all categories are likely to be called for the main exam.

Conclusion

After reviewing the key details above, candidates should now have a clear understanding of this UPSSSC recruitment and its eligibility, selection process, and application requirements.
The PET-2025 registration number is essential for starting the application, so keep it along with the registered mobile number or email ID ready for OTP-based verification. Candidates whose PET status is still under investigation or provisional may apply if they meet the prescribed qualification, but their candidature will remain subject to the Commission's decision on their PET status.

Candidates should regularly check the official UPSSSC website for the Main Examination date, admit card release, corrigenda, and other recruitment updates, as these details may be announced separately. (You can also bookmark this page for quick reference and follow our Telegram and WhatsApp channels to receive important recruitment updates and notifications without missing any major announcement)

 

This article is based on the official notification and simplified for easy understanding. For the most accurate and updated information, always refer to the official website.