UPSSSC Avar Abhiyanta Krishi Mukhya Pariksha 2026 – 134 JE Agriculture Posts

UPSSSC JE Recruitment 2026 — Important Dates & Application Fee

Apply Online from 17 September to 7 October 2026 — Correction Window Till 14 October

So the application window is from 17 September to 7 October 2026. That gives you about 20 days to apply. But here is a practical tip — do not wait till the last date. See, UPSSSC portal tends to slow down in the last 2-3 days because of heavy traffic. And if your payment fails on the last day, there is no extension. The fee reconciliation deadline is 14 October 2026, which means if your payment is pending, you have till 14 October to get it reconciled. And the correction window is also open till 14 October, but only for limited fields — correspondence address, EWS status, horizontal reservation, qualification details, and marital status. No other fields can be changed. So fill the form carefully first time. And one thing — the advertisement was published on 14 August 2026, so keep that date in mind for any reference.

Tip: Apply early and keep the printed application form ready. UPSSSC does not send individual communications — all updates are on upsssc.gov.in only.

Application Fee — ₹25 for All Categories

The application fee is simple — ₹25 online processing fee for all categories. Whether you are UR, OBC, SC, ST, or any reserved category, you pay the same ₹25. And the payment mode is Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan. No other payment mode is accepted. Now here is the thing — this is only the registration fee for the Main Exam. The actual Main Exam fee is separate and will be notified later for shortlisted candidates. So do not confuse this ₹25 with the exam fee. Dependents of Freedom Fighters, Ex-Servicemen, Women, PwD, and Sportspersons pay the fee of their parent category, which is ₹25 in all cases.

UPSSSC JE Recruitment 2026 — Vacancy & Eligibility Details

134 Posts — UR-54, OBC-43, SC-23, EWS-13, ST-1 — Women Get 26 Horizontal Seats

So there are 134 posts in total. The category-wise break-up — UR has 54, OBC has 43, SC has 23, EWS has 13, and ST has 1. See, OBC vacancy is quite good here — 43 posts. And there is horizontal reservation too — 26 posts for Women, 6 for Ex-Servicemen, 3 for PwD (locomotor), 2 for Hearing Disability, and 2 for Sportspersons. Now here is the thing — the vacancy is provisional. UPSSSC clearly says it may increase or decrease. So do not assume the final number will be exactly 134. And the post is a mix of permanent and temporary positions under the Directorate of Agriculture, UP. If you are from Uttar Pradesh and have Diploma in Agricultural Engineering, your chances are decent because the competition is limited to PET-2025 qualified candidates only.

Diploma in Agricultural Engineering Required — High School Plus 3-Year Diploma

The qualification is specific — you need High School certificate from UP Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (or equivalent) plus three-year Diploma in Agricultural Engineering from Pravidhik Shiksha Parishad, UP, or an AICTE-approved equivalent. And you must possess these qualifications as on 7 October 2026. Now here is the eligibility filter — only PET-2025 appeared and shortlisted candidates can apply. UPSSSC will shortlist up to 15 times the number of posts based on your normalized PET-2025 score. And if your PET score was zero or negative, you are not eligible. The age limit is 18 to 40 years as on 1 July of the advertisement year. SC/ST gets relaxation as per rules, and UP Government servants get 5 years extra. So if you are a Diploma holder in Agricultural Engineering who cleared PET-2025, this is your opportunity.

UPSSSC JE Recruitment 2026 — Selection Process & Exam Pattern

UPSSSC JE Recruitment 2026 — Salary & Job Profile

Pay Level-6 — ₹9,300 to ₹34,800 — Grade Pay ₹4,200

The post carries Pay Level-6 in the pay matrix — ₹9,300 minimum to ₹34,800 maximum, with Grade Pay ₹4,200. See, this is a decent salary for a Diploma-level government post in UP. And since this is under the Directorate of Agriculture, you will be posted somewhere in Uttar Pradesh. The exact in-hand salary is not mentioned in the notification, but with Pay Level-6, you can expect somewhere around ₹30,000 to ₹35,000 in-hand depending on DA and other allowances. Now here is the thing — this is not a temporary or contractual post. It is a regular government position under the Agriculture Department. So you get all benefits — pension, gratuity, medical, leave. And the job location is across UP, so you may get posted in any district. If you are from UP and want a stable government job, this is worth trying.

What You Will Do as Junior Engineer Agriculture

• Supervise agricultural engineering projects in the district
• Manage irrigation and drainage systems under the Agriculture Department
• Oversee farm mechanization programs and equipment distribution
• Implement soil and water conservation schemes
• Coordinate with farmers on post-harvest technology and storage
• Prepare reports and maintain records for departmental schemes
• Handle implementation of government agriculture programs at block level
• Work on land reclamation and water requirement assessment projects

UPSSSC JE Recruitment 2026 — How to Apply

Online Application Through upsssc.gov.in — Use PET-2025 Registration Number

The application process is fully online through upsssc.gov.in. See, you cannot apply offline or send any hard copy. And here is the thing — you must have your PET-2025 registration number to apply. If you do not have it, you cannot register. So keep your PET-2025 score card ready before starting the application. The process starts with logging in using your PET-2025 registration number and OTP sent to your registered mobile or email. Then your personal details from PET-2025 will be auto-filled — name, father's name, category, date of birth, gender, contact details. You cannot change these. So if there is any error in your PET-2025 data, you need to get it corrected through UPSSSC first.

How to Apply — Step by Step

• Step 1: Visit upsssc.gov.in and go to Live Advertisement Segment
• Step 2: Log in using PET-2025 registration number and OTP
• Step 3: Your PET-2025 personal details will be auto-filled — verify they are correct
• Step 4: Fill mandatory educational qualification details — board, year, certificate number, marks
• Step 5: Enter verification code and submit registration — note your 11-digit registration number
• Step 6: Review auto-displayed PET-2025 photo and signature — these cannot be changed
• Step 7: Select preferential qualification if applicable (NCC B Certificate or 2 years Territorial Army)
• Step 8: Confirm address details and read declaration
• Step 9: Pay ₹25 fee via Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan
• Step 10: Download and print submitted application form for your records

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