UPSSSC AGTA Exam Date 2026: Written Exam Scheduled for 9th August

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the exam schedule for 2,759 Agriculture Technical Assistant (AGTA) (प्राविधिक सहायक) Group C posts. The UP Technical Assistant Group-C Main Examination is confirmed for 9th August 2026 in an offline format. Stay tuned to this article for all essential exam-related updates.

UPSSSC Agriculture Technical Assistant 2026 Exam- Overview

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) is currently conducting the UPSSSC AGTA Recruitment 2026 drive to fill key Agriculture Technical Assistant roles. The selection process consists of a competitive Mains Written Exam followed by a rigorous Document Verification stage.

UPSSSC AGTA Exam Date 2026 Out

With the UP Agriculture Technical Assistant (AGTA/Pravidhik Sahayak) exam date now public, candidates should prepare for the written examination taking place on 9th August 2026. The test will be conducted in one session from 10 am to 12 noon, featuring objective-type, multiple-choice questions.

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Important Dates

The UPSSSC AGTA exam is officially set for 9th August 2026. Please refer to the table below for a comprehensive overview of all critical recruitment dates.

UPSSSC AGTA Notification 2026 PDF

The official recruitment notification PDF for the Agriculture Technical Assistant (AGTA) Group-C cadre has been published on the official website, www.upsssc.gov.in. You can download the complete notification via the provided direct link to review specific recruitment guidelines and exam procedures.

Download Official UPSSSC AGTA Notification 2026 PDF

UPSSSC AGTA Vacancy 2026

A total of 2,759 vacancies have been announced for the Agriculture Technical Assistant role under Advt. 06-Exam/2026, with 1,692 seats reserved for the General category. For a detailed breakdown by category, please refer to the vacancy distribution chart provided below.

What is UPSSSC AGTA Eligibility Criteria 2026?

Before finalizing your application for the UPSSSC Agriculture Technical Assistant vacancy 2026, ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the Pravidhik Sahayak Group-C post. Aside from the mandatory Indian citizenship requirement, candidates must adhere to specific educational and age-limit standards detailed in the following sections.

Educational Qualification

1. Candidates must have a graduation in agriculture from a recognized institution or any university established by law in India. (OR)
2. Candidates have a degree or equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture such as a B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture, BSc Horticulture/ B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture, BSc. Forestry/ BSc. (Hons.) Forestry, B.Tech (Agriculture Engineering), B.Sc (Hons Science) from the University of Agriculture and Technology.

Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026)

To be eligible for the UPSSSC Agriculture Technical Assistant (AGTA) 2026 recruitment, candidates must be aged between 21 and 40 years. Age relaxations for reserved categories will be applied in accordance with official state government guidelines.

1. Minimum Age – 21 Years
2. Maximum Age- 40 Years

UP AGTA Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Candidates must pay the required online application fee while submitting their UPSSSC AGTA application form. Payments can be processed securely through various digital modes including net banking, debit cards, and credit cards.

Steps to Apply Online for UPSSSC AGTA Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official website at www.upsssc.gov.in. We have outlined a simple, step-by-step guide below to help you complete your online application for the Agriculture Technical Assistant (Pravidhik Sahayak) positions.

1. Visit the official website of the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) at upsssc.gov.in.
2. Click on “Direct Recruitment under Advt. No: 06/2026” under the Live Advertisements on the homepage.
3. Candidates will be redirected to a new page where they are required to enter their PET-2025 registration number and their registered mobile or email ID.
4. Fill out the UPSSSC AGTA Registration forms and submit their personal details, educational details, and other required details.
5. After submitting the required details, enter the verification code and click on the submit button.
6. Upload your scanned photographs and signature in the prescribed format.
7. Pay the application fees and click on the submit button.
8. Download and take a printout of the UPSSSC AGTA Application Form 2026 for future purposes.

UPSSSC AGTA Selection Process 2026

The recruitment process for Agriculture Technical Assistant (Pravidhik Sahayak) Group-C posts consists of two distinct stages designed to evaluate candidate suitability.

1. Written Mains Examination
2. Document Verification (DV)

UPSSSC AGTA Exam Pattern 2026

The Main Written Examination features a single objective-type paper comprising 100 questions worth 100 marks. Each correct answer earns one mark, while a negative marking penalty of 0.25 applies to incorrect responses. The total duration for the test is 120 minutes (2 hours).

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UPSSSC AGTA Salary 2026

Selected candidates for the Agriculture Technical Assistant (Pravidhik Sahayak) Group-C post will be compensated at Pay Level 4. This includes a pay scale of Rs. 5,200–20,200 with a Grade Pay of Rs. 2,400, or a Pay Matrix range of Rs. 25,500 to Rs. 81,100.