UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 is open for 1,251 posts of Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari in Uttar Pradesh. Online registration starts on 9 September 2026 and closes on 29 September 2026 on the UPSSSC portal.[1][2]
The drive is notified as Advt No 17-Exam/2026 under the Animal Husbandry Directorate. Only PET 2025 qualified candidates with the required diploma can apply for the UPSSSC LEO 1251 posts.[1]
UPSSSC LEO form closes on 29 September
UPSSSC has kept the main examination route for this recruitment. Candidates who appeared in PET 2025 and cleared the qualifying score can register for the Livestock Extension Officer main exam.[1]
The last date for registration, fee payment and final submission is 29 September 2026. UPSSSC allows fee reconciliation and permitted corrections until 6 October 2026, with payment reconciliation required within seven days after 29 September.[1]
Candidates who scored zero or negative absolute or normalized score in PET 2025 will not be shortlisted. Shortlisting for the main exam follows the normalized PET 2025 score on a post wise basis.[1]
UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 overview
| Commission | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission |
|---|---|
| Controlling department | Pashupalan Nideshalaya, Animal Husbandry Directorate, UP |
| Post | Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari, Livestock Extension Officer |
| Advt No | 17-Exam/2026 |
| Total posts | 1,251 |
| General posts | 1,248 |
| Special selection posts | 3 |
| Application mode | Online only at upsssc.gov.in |
| Job location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Pay matrix | Level 5, Rs 29,200 to Rs 92,300 |
| Official website | upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 fills Level 5 posts that are a mix of permanent and temporary posts. The Animal Husbandry Directorate controls the vacancy and posting plan.[1]
The UPSSSC LEO 1251 posts make this one of the larger field level recruitments in the animal husbandry sector for Uttar Pradesh. Candidates targeting UP government jobs should prepare documents before the portal opens on 9 September.[1][2]
How the 1251 Livestock Extension Officer posts are divided
UPSSSC has split the 1,251 posts into 1,248 regular Livestock Extension Officer posts and 3 Livestock Extension Officer Special Selection posts. The special selection posts are backlog posts of the OBC category.[1]
| Post group | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari | 500 | 124 | 345 | 254 | 25 | 1248 |
| Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Special Selection | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Total UPSSSC LEO 1251 posts | 500 | 124 | 348 | 254 | 25 | 1251 |
The regular 1,248 posts include reserved share for each social category. The broad share is 500 for Unreserved, 124 for EWS, 345 for OBC, 254 for SC and 25 for ST.[1]
Horizontal reservation applies inside the main 1,248 posts. UPSSSC has marked quota for dependents of freedom fighters, low vision, hard of hearing, one arm affected or dwarfism or acid attack victims, and ex servicemen.[1]
Candidates should use the official vacancy table before choosing category at registration. The headline UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 total of 1251 already reflects vertical and special posts together.
Dates for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026
| Advt published | 10 August 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online registration starts | 9 September 2026 |
| Last date for registration and fee deposit | 29 September 2026 |
| Last date for fee reconciliation to bank | 6 October 2026 |
| Last date for correction in application | 6 October 2026 |
| Admit card | To be notified before main exam |
| Main exam date | As per later UPSSSC schedule |
No offline form will be accepted. Fee deposited after 29 September will not create a valid application unless reconciled through the bank within seven days up to 6 October.[1]
UPSSSC will publish city and admit card dates closer to the main examination. Candidates should track the official UPSSSC site for exam schedule and any corridor notice.[2]
Eligibility for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026
| Mandatory PET | Valid PET 2025 scorecard with score above zero |
|---|---|
| Essential education | Intermediate 10 plus 2 with Biology or Agriculture group |
| Professional diploma | Two year Livestock Extension Diploma from a recognised veterinary university or college |
| Language | Knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script |
| Nationality | Indian citizen, with UP reservation benefits only for UP domiciled candidates |
| Registration | Online through upsssc.gov.in with PET 2025 registration details |
The diploma is the key professional condition for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026. The programme must be the two year Livestock Extension Diploma that the official notice recognises.[1]
Intermediate with Biology remains the foundation qualification. Candidates without Biology or without the two year diploma do not meet the education rule and should not pay the fee.
PET 2025 is a filter at entry level. UPSSSC states that the shortlist for the 1,251 posts will be prepared post wise using the normalized PET 2025 score. Applicants who did not appear in PET 2025 cannot apply for this main examination.[1]
UPSSSC also requires knowledge of Hindi in Devanagari script for posting in Uttar Pradesh. Certificates, identity proof and PET details should match across the portal and the final print.
Age limit as on 1 July 2026
The official age range for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 is 21 to 40 years as on 1 July 2026. The cut off date applies to every category before relaxation.[1]
| Minimum age | 21 years |
|---|---|
| Maximum age | 40 years |
| Reference date | 1 July 2026 |
| Age relaxation | As per UP government rules for SC, ST, OBC, PwD, ex servicemen and other eligible groups |
Reserved category candidates receive upper age relaxation under UP government norms. Applicants should read the detailed age rule in the official UPSSSC LEO 1251 posts notice before choosing category at submission.[1]
Pay scale, level and nature of post
| Pay matrix level | Level 5 |
|---|---|
| Pay scale | Rs 29,200 to Rs 92,300 |
| Post type | Group C field post under Animal Husbandry Directorate |
| Tenure | Mix of permanent and temporary posts |
| Posting | Anywhere in Uttar Pradesh under State Animal Husbandry setup |
The pay reflects State government Level 5 scales. Initial basic starts at Rs 29,200, with higher stages reaching Rs 92,300 under the matrix plus admissible allowances as per current UP rules.[1]
Selected officers work at field level for livestock extension, artificial insemination, breeding, health assistance and farmer outreach. The work involves village visits and block level coordination.
Application fee for UPSSSC LEO 1251 posts
| Category | Exam fee | Payment mode |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved or General | Rs 25 | UPI, debit card, credit card, net banking |
| OBC | Rs 25 | Online only |
| EWS | Rs 25 | Online only |
| SC | Rs 25 | Online only |
| ST | Rs 25 | Online only |
| PwD | Rs 25 | Online only |
UPSSSC has fixed a uniform fee of Rs 25 for every category for this main examination. Fee paid online must reconcile with the bank by 29 September, with late reconciliation allowed until 6 October.[1]
Fee once paid is non refundable. Candidates should confirm PET details, category and diploma before payment of the UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 form.
Main examination pattern for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer
UPSSSC will hold a written main examination of 100 multiple choice questions for 100 marks with a duration of 120 minutes. The paper covers animal husbandry, computer and information technology and general knowledge of Uttar Pradesh.[1]
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Husbandry related knowledge including anatomy, nutrition, breeding, dairy, poultry, health and extension | 65 | 65 |
| Computer and Information Technology | 15 | 15 |
| General knowledge related to Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The main exam duration is 2 hours. Negative marking applies at one quarter per wrong answer. Candidates should prepare from the official UPSSSC LEO syllabus attached to Advt 17-Exam/2026 and keep focus on livestock extension topics.[1]
Shortlisting for the main exam already uses PET 2025. Final merit for the 1,251 posts will follow performance in the main examination plus reservation and verification rules.
How to apply online for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026
- Open the official UPSSSC site upsssc.gov.in and reach the candidate registration section.
- Find the link for Advt 17-Exam/2026 Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari Main Exam 2026.
- Log in with your PET 2025 registration number and required credentials.
- Enter personal, category and address details exactly as per certificates.
- Fill Intermediate and two year Livestock Extension Diploma details with year and institute.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature and relevant certificates in the required size.
- Review every field including category, diploma and PET details before preview.
- Pay the Rs 25 fee online through UPI, card or net banking.
- Submit the form between 9 and 29 September 2026 and save the final print.
- Track fee status and use the correction window until 6 October if UPSSSC permits edits.
The portal allows correction of permitted fields until 6 October 2026. Fee not reconciled by 6 October will leave the application incomplete. Keep the printed form for document verification.[1]
Open the official UPSSSC notice and portal
The detailed UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 notice is the controlling document for education, PET rule, fee and exam scheme. Use the official portal link above once the apply window opens on 9 September.[1][2][3]
Readers tracking more openings can check our Government Jobs section and the Uttar Pradesh Jobs section for other verified UP and central updates.
Questions candidates are checking for UPSSSC LEO 1251 posts
How many posts are there in UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026?
There are 1,251 posts in total. The notice splits them into 1,248 regular posts and 3 special selection backlog posts of Livestock Extension Officer.[1]
What is the last date for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026?
Online registration and fee payment close on 29 September 2026. Fee reconciliation and permitted corrections remain open until 6 October 2026.[1]
Who can apply for UPSSSC LEO 1251 posts?
Candidates who appeared in PET 2025 with a score above zero, passed Intermediate with Biology, and hold a two year Livestock Extension Diploma can apply. Hindi knowledge in Devanagari script is also required.[1]
What is the age limit for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer?
The age range is 21 to 40 years as on 1 July 2026. Upper age relaxation applies to eligible reserved categories as per UP government rules.[1]
What is the application fee?
The fee is Rs 25 for every category including General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST and PwD. Payment is online only through card, UPI or net banking.[1]
What is the exam pattern for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer?
The main exam has 100 questions for 100 marks over 120 minutes. It covers 65 questions of animal husbandry, 15 of computer and IT, and 20 of UP general knowledge, with one quarter negative marking.[1]
Can candidates without PET 2025 apply?
No candidate without PET 2025 can apply. This is a main examination only for PET 2025 qualified candidates as per Advt 17-Exam/2026.[1]
Where is the official UPSSSC LEO notification?
The official PDF and portal sit on upsssc.gov.in under Advt 17-Exam/2026. Applicants should download the notice before starting the UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 form.[2]
Prepare documents before 9 September
UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 offers 1,251 Level 5 posts for candidates with Biology and a livestock extension diploma who also cleared PET 2025. The short online window from 9 to 29 September leaves little time for fresh document work.
Match PET score, diploma year and category before payment. Upload clear files, reconcile the Rs 25 fee, and keep the final print safe for later verification.