The UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 is a significant opportunity for candidates with a Biology background and a recognised Livestock Extension Diploma, with 1,251 tentative vacancies under the Uttar Pradesh Animal Husbandry Department.
However, this recruitment is different from a normal direct recruitment because candidates cannot enter the Main Examination directly; they must first qualify through the UPSSSC PET-2025 shortlisting process. The recruitment therefore has two important competitive stages—PET-based shortlisting and the post-specific Main Examination.
With 65% of the Main Exam devoted to animal husbandry and livestock-related subjects, candidates who understand the weightage and prepare according to the actual scoring structure can build a much stronger strategy than those who simply study the entire syllabus equally.
| UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission, Lucknow | Directorate of Animal Husbandry | 1,251 Posts |
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Quick Facts |
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About This Recruitment & the PET-2025 Prerequisite |
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| This is a Main (Mains) Examination — not a standalone recruitment open to all. Only candidates who appeared in UPSSSC’s Preliminary Eligibility Test 2025 (PET-2025) and have been issued a valid score card by the Commission are eligible to apply. PET-2025 was conducted on 6–7 September 2025, with results (later revised) declared in December 2025; the PET score card remains valid for use across multiple UPSSSC Main exams for a set validity period, and category-wise qualifying cutoffs for PET-2025 were reported in the 45–80 mark range.
Shortlisting for this specific Main Exam (Livestock Extension Officer) will be done purely on the basis of the normalized PET-2025 score, category-wise merit — candidates with a zero, negative, or below-zero score (absolute or normalized) in PET-2025 will not be shortlisted for this Main exam, regardless of category. |
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Important Dates |
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| The notification carries a special caution: candidates cannot print their application form until the bank confirms fee reconciliation. Reconciliation must be completed either by 29 September 2026 or, at the very latest, within 7 days after — i.e. by 06 October 2026. Permissible application edits are also allowed only within this same window. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Table-1: Post-wise Vacancy & Vertical Reservation |
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| Both post variants are permanent and temporary combined in nature. Unreserved (UR) candidates get the largest single share at 500 posts (~40%), followed by OBC at 345 (~28%). The final vacancy count and category-wise split can be revised per the latest UP Government reservation acts/rules — the requisitioning department (Animal Husbandry Directorate), not UPSSSC, is solely responsible for vacancy calculation and reservation compliance. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Table-2: Horizontal Reservation Break-up |
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| PwD sub-category legend: L.V. = Low Vision, H.H. = Hard of Hearing, O.A. = One Arm Affected, Dw. = Dwarfism, A.A.V. = Acid Attack Victims. Note that women get the single largest horizontal allocation at 249 posts (~20% of the General Selection total) — all horizontal-quota selected candidates are still adjusted within the vertical (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/UR) category they belong to, not as a separate pool. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Educational Eligibility (Mandatory Qualification) |
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As per the UP Animal Husbandry Department, Livestock Extension & Poultry Development Service Rules 2002 (as amended by the 1st Amendment-2013 and 2nd Amendment-2024), Part-4 Rule-8, a candidate for direct recruitment to Livestock Extension Officer must hold:
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Preferential (Bonus) Qualification |
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Per Rule-9 of the same Service Rules, other things being equal, preference in selection is given to a candidate who:
This preference applies only as a tie-breaker among otherwise equally-placed candidates — it does not substitute for the mandatory qualification above. |
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Age Limit |
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Per Rule-10 of the Service Rules, a candidate must:
Relaxation: For SC, ST, and other government-notified categories, the upper age limit is relaxed by as many years as specified in the relevant rules — separately from the standard 5-year relaxation for state government employees already in service (per Karmik Vibhag GO dated 27 August 2013). |
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Application Fee (At Registration Stage) |
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| At this registration/application stage, only the ₹25 online process fee is charged — the base application fee itself is nil across all categories. DFF dependents, ex-servicemen, women, PwD, and outstanding sportsperson candidates pay per their original vertical category (rows 1–4) above. A separate Main Exam fee applies later — see the note below. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Important: The actual written Main Exam fee is payable only by candidates who get shortlisted for the Main Exam based on their normalized PET-2025 score — and only before downloading the Main Exam admit card, not at this registration stage. Payment modes accepted: Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan. No other payment mode is permitted. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Basis of Selection — Two-Tier Exam System |
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Selection follows the two-tier application and exam process adopted per Karmik Anubhag-3 GO dated 20-11-2020 — under this system, only candidates who appeared in the Commission’s Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) can apply for a post-specific Main exam. This particular recruitment’s only selection basis is the Written Main Examination — there is no interview stage, per the UP Group ‘Ga’ Direct Recruitment Rules 2015 and the UP Subordinate-level Posts (Interview Abolished) Rules 2017.
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How Shortlisting for the Written Exam Works |
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Written Exam Pattern |
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| Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes) for the single composite paper. All questions are objective, multiple-choice, 1 mark each. Negative marking: 25% (1/4th) of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for each wrong answer. Part-1 (subject knowledge) alone carries 65% weightage — the single biggest differentiator for candidates from a veterinary/animal husbandry diploma background. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Detailed Syllabus — Part-1 (Subject Knowledge) |
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| 1. Introduction to Animal Husbandry: Importance of animal husbandry in India, livestock development programs, basic concepts of animal husbandry.
2. Animal Anatomy and Physiology: Digestive system, respiratory system, blood circulation, reproductive system. 3. Animal Nutrition: Classification of nutrients, balanced diet, fodder and fodder production. 4. Animal Breeding and Artificial Insemination: Basic concepts of breeding, insemination techniques, breed improvement programs. 5. Dairy Management: Selection of dairy animals, housing and management, milk production techniques, milk hygiene. 6. Poultry Farming: Poultry breeds, housing and management, disease control. 7. Animal Health and Disease Management: Common diseases, vaccination programs, first aid. 8. Livestock Extension Education: Principles of extension education, communication skills, rural development programs. 9. Rearing of Cattle, Buffalo, Sheep, Goat, and Pig: Breeds, housing and management, production techniques, disease control and management. 10. Dairy and Animal Product Technology: Milk processing, dairy product manufacturing, quality control. 11. Livestock Economics and Entrepreneurship: Project formulation, cost-benefit analysis, self-employment schemes. 12. Field Training and Practical Work: Veterinary hospital training, artificial insemination training, rural extension programs, field surveys and project work. 13. Practical Section: Animal identification and management, vaccination and administration of medicines, milk testing, fodder production, record keeping. |
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Detailed Syllabus — Part-2 & Part-3 |
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| Part-2 (Computer & IT): History, introduction and application of Computer, Information Technology, Internet and World Wide Web (WWW); Hardware and Software; Input and Output; Internet Protocol/IP Address; IT gadgets and their application; creation of e-mail ID and use/operation of e-mail; operation of Printer, Tablet and Mobile; important elements of Word Processing (MS-Word) and Excel Processing (MS-Excel); Operating System, Social Networking, e-Governance; Digital Financial Tools and applications; Future Skills and Cyber Security; and technological developments/innovation in the field of Computer and IT — Artificial Intelligence, Big Data Processing, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Internet of Things, and India’s achievements in this field.
Part-3 (Uttar Pradesh General Information): Questions based on the History, Culture, Art, Architecture, Festivals, Folk Dance, Literature, Regional Languages, Heritage, Social Customs and Tourism, Geographical Landscape and Environment, Natural Resources, Climate, Soil, Forest, Wildlife, Mines and Minerals, Economy, Agriculture, Industry, Business and Employment, Polity, Administration of Uttar Pradesh, and Current Events and Achievements of the State of Uttar Pradesh in various fields. |
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How to Apply — Step-by-Step |
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What If Your Fee Payment Doesn’t Reflect? — Troubleshooting Guide |
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This is one of the most detailed sections of the official notification, since payment failures are common on high-traffic government portals. Here’s exactly what to do in each scenario:
Hard deadline: Fee cannot be deposited, and applications cannot auto-submit, after the prescribed last date under any circumstance. No representation or claim will be accepted by the Commission after that. |
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Amending Your Application After Submission |
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| Amendment is possible only after final submission, via the Applicant’s Dashboard (login with PET-2025 registration number → click Modify Application → enter verification code → OTP to registered mobile/email → view and edit the filled form).
Only these fields can be amended:
Special note for PwD candidates: Per a series of UP Government Divyangjan Empowerment Section-3 orders (the latest dated 30 April 2026), 4% horizontal reservation for persons with disabilities is now ensured across Group Ka, Kha, Ga and Gha posts, with a re-identification of suitable posts. PwD candidates must mandatorily update their disability category/sub-category in the application accordingly. Amendment is allowed only until 06 October 2026. After this date, no amendment is possible at any level, and no correspondence or representation regarding this will be entertained. |
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Reservation Provisions — Category by Category |
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Documents & Certificate Formats to Keep Ready |
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The notification carries prescribed formats as appendices — keep the following ready in the exact Government format wherever a category/relaxation is being claimed:
Certificates should ideally be dated within the window specified in the notification (for EWS, specifically between 01 April 2026 and the application closing date) — an expired or wrongly-dated certificate can invalidate a reservation claim even if the candidate genuinely belongs to that category. |
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Who Cannot Apply — Ineligibility Conditions |
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Common Mistakes to Avoid |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) |
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| Q: How many total vacancies are there in UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026? 1,251 posts — 1,248 under General Selection and 3 under Special Selection. |
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| Q: Can I apply without having taken PET-2025? No. Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and hold a valid, non-zero score card can apply for this Main exam. |
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| Q: What is the last date to apply? 29 September 2026 for application/fee submission; fee reconciliation and correction can extend to 06 October 2026. |
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| Q: What is the minimum educational qualification required? Intermediate (10+2) with Biology group, plus a 2-year Livestock Extension Diploma from a recognised Veterinary University/College, along with working knowledge of Hindi. |
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| Q: What is the age limit? 21 to 40 years as on 1 July of the vacancy-advertisement year, with additional relaxation for SC/ST and other notified categories. |
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| Q: Is there an interview in the selection process? No. Selection is based purely on the written Main Exam — interviews were abolished for such subordinate-level posts per the 2017 UPSSSC rules. |
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| Q: Is there negative marking in the written exam? Yes. 25% (1/4th) of the marks assigned to a question is deducted for each wrong answer. |
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| Q: What is the pay scale for Livestock Extension Officer? Level-5, ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 under the 7th Pay Commission matrix. |
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Analysis: This Is a Filtered Competition, Not an Open Recruitment
The biggest difference between this recruitment and an ordinary government vacancy is that the applicant pool has already been filtered through PET-2025. Only candidates who appeared in PET-2025 and have a valid qualifying score can move toward this Main Examination. The Commission will shortlist candidates category-wise on the basis of normalized PET scores, making the actual competition narrower than the headline number of applicants for the recruitment might suggest.
Analysis: The 15-Times Shortlisting Rule Changes the Meaning of 1,251 Vacancies
The 1,251 vacancies do not mean that only 1,251 candidates will reach the Main Exam. The notification provides for shortlisting at 15 times the category-wise advertised vacancies, subject to the applicable cutoff. On the overall vacancy figure, this creates a theoretical pool of up to 18,765 candidates, although the actual category-wise number will depend on the PET merit and cutoff. This is an important distinction when assessing the likely competition at the Main Examination stage.
Analysis: PET Score Has Already Created the First Competitive Barrier
For many candidates, preparation for the Main Exam may appear to be the only concern, but the PET score has already determined who gets access to this stage. The document also specifically excludes candidates whose PET score is zero, negative or below zero. Therefore, the recruitment effectively rewards candidates twice: first through a strong PET performance and then through strong subject-specific Main Exam preparation.
Analysis: 65% Subject Weightage Gives Veterinary Diploma Candidates a Strategic Edge
The Main Exam allocates 65 out of 100 marks to Part-1, which covers animal husbandry and livestock-related subjects. Computer and IT account for 15 marks, while Uttar Pradesh General Information accounts for 20 marks. This distribution means candidates with a strong command of their core livestock curriculum can potentially gain a substantial advantage before considering the smaller general sections.
Analysis: Equal Five-Mark Distribution Makes Syllabus Coverage Important
Part-1 is divided into multiple areas, including anatomy and physiology, nutrition, breeding, dairy management, poultry, animal health, extension education, livestock rearing, dairy technology, economics and practical work. Each listed area contributes five questions/marks in the supplied exam pattern. This reduces the value of studying only one or two favourite topics and makes balanced coverage of the syllabus particularly important.
Analysis: The 100-Question Paper Requires Both Knowledge and Time Management
Candidates have 120 minutes for 100 objective questions. On average, this gives approximately 1.2 minutes per question, before accounting for review and OMR-related work. Since one-fourth negative marking applies, the best strategy is unlikely to be simply attempting every question quickly. Candidates need to combine speed with controlled decision-making and avoid spending excessive time on a single difficult question.
Analysis: Uttar Pradesh GK Can Become a Rank-Deciding Section
The UP General Information section carries 20 marks, which is significant enough to influence the final ranking. It covers the state’s history, culture, geography, economy, agriculture, industries, administration and current events. Candidates who focus almost exclusively on animal husbandry may therefore leave an avoidable scoring opportunity unused.
Analysis: Computer and AI Topics Should Not Be Treated as Basic Computer Questions
The 15-mark Computer & IT section goes beyond conventional computer fundamentals. The syllabus includes Internet, e-governance, digital financial tools, cyber security and emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Deep Learning, Machine Learning and Internet of Things. This makes technology preparation broader than simply revising MS Word, Excel and basic hardware terminology.
Analysis: The ₹25 Fee Can Be Misleading Without Understanding Reconciliation
At the application stage, candidates pay only a ₹25 online process fee, but this should not be confused with the Main Exam fee. The latter is payable only after a candidate is shortlisted for the Main Examination and before the admit card is downloaded. Candidates should therefore keep track of both payment stages rather than assuming that the initial ₹25 payment completes all financial formalities.
Analysis: Fee Reconciliation Is a Bigger Risk Than the Application Fee
The notification gives unusual importance to fee reconciliation. A candidate may make the payment successfully but still find that the application is not properly reflected until the transaction is verified. Since the application cannot be printed until the payment is reconciled, candidates should check the dashboard rather than assuming that a successful bank transaction automatically means the application is complete.
Analysis: Reservation Certificates Can Affect Final Eligibility Even After a Valid PET Score
Having a qualifying PET score does not automatically secure the reservation benefit claimed in the Main Exam application. The notification specifies dates and formats for certificates such as EWS and category certificates. A candidate may therefore clear the PET-based screening but still face problems if the required certificate is invalid, outdated or in the wrong format.
Analysis: The EWS Certificate Date Is a Detail Candidates Should Not Miss
For EWS candidates, the notification specifies that the certificate should be issued between 01 April 2026 and 29 September 2026, based on the relevant financial-year income and valid for FY 2026–27. This is a small administrative detail but can become important during verification because simply possessing an EWS certificate is not necessarily enough if its issue period does not satisfy the notification requirements.
Analysis: Horizontal Reservation Does Not Create a Separate Competition Pool
The recruitment includes horizontal reservations for women, PwD candidates, ex-servicemen, dependents of freedom fighters and outstanding sportspersons. These reservations operate within the applicable vertical category rather than creating completely separate vacancy pools. Candidates should therefore understand their horizontal reservation status alongside their SC/ST/OBC/EWS/UR category rather than treating the two systems as independent selections.
Analysis: The Women Reservation Figure Is Significant but Must Be Interpreted Correctly
The General Selection table provides 249 horizontal vacancies for women. However, these posts are adjusted within the relevant vertical categories. Therefore, the 249 figure should not be interpreted as 249 additional vacancies outside the main 1,248 General Selection posts. This distinction is important when candidates calculate their realistic vacancy position.
Analysis: The Tie-Breaker Qualification Could Matter at the Final Merit Stage
The notification provides preferential consideration for candidates with certain Territorial Army service, NCC ‘B’ certification or qualifying Veterinary Dresser experience. These qualifications do not replace the mandatory educational eligibility; their importance appears when candidates are otherwise equally placed. Such tie-breaker provisions can become relevant in a tightly ranked final merit list.
Analysis: Application Errors Can Be More Dangerous Because PET Data Is Auto-Populated
A substantial portion of the application is populated from the candidate’s PET-2025 profile. This reduces repetitive data entry but also means candidates must carefully review the information being carried forward. The modification window is limited to specified fields, so candidates should not assume that every PET profile detail can be freely changed during the Main Exam application.
Analysis: The Recruitment Rewards Candidates Who Start Main-Exam Preparation Early
Because PET-based shortlisting occurs before the Main Exam and the Main paper is highly specialised, waiting for the final shortlist before starting preparation can create unnecessary pressure. Candidates who already know that they meet the eligibility requirements can use the application period to strengthen animal husbandry fundamentals, revise practical topics and build familiarity with UP-specific current affairs and technology topics.
Analysis: Practical Knowledge Is Not a Minor Add-On in This Exam
The syllabus explicitly includes field training and practical work as well as a separate practical section. Topics include veterinary hospital training, artificial insemination, rural extension programmes, field surveys, animal identification, vaccination, medicine administration, milk testing, fodder production and record keeping. Candidates preparing only from theoretical notes may therefore miss an identifiable part of the prescribed syllabus.
Analysis: The Recruitment Has a Relatively Clear Preparation Priority
Based on the published weightage, candidates can logically prioritise preparation in this order: core animal husbandry and practical knowledge first, Uttar Pradesh-specific information second, and Computer & IT third. This does not mean the smaller sections should be ignored; rather, it means preparation time should broadly reflect their contribution to the 100-mark paper.
Final Analysis: Who Has the Strongest Position in This Recruitment?
The strongest position is likely to belong to candidates who already have a valid PET-2025 score, meet the specific Biology-plus-Livestock Extension Diploma qualification, and can convert their specialised knowledge into accurate marks in the Main Exam. The recruitment is not simply a 1,251-post opportunity; it is a PET-filtered, category-wise shortlisted, subject-heavy Main Examination in which accuracy and specialised preparation are likely to matter considerably. The current UPSSSC recruitment cycle also continues to rely heavily on PET as the gateway to post-specific examinations, reinforcing the importance of understanding the two-stage structure rather than viewing the Main Exam in isolation.