UPSSSC Senior Instructor (Jyeshtha Anudeshak) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 132 Level-6 Posts
Advt No: 21-Exam/2026
Total Vacancies
132 Posts
Eligibility
ANY GRADUATE
Salary Range
₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400
Last Date to Apply
5 October 2026
About this Recruitment
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released recruitment notification Advt. No. 21-Exam/2026 for 132 vacancies of Senior Instructor (Jyeshtha Anudeshak) under Directorate General, Deendayal Upadhyay State Rural Development Institute, Lucknow. Candidates holding a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 scorecard and relevant B.Tech, B.Sc, or Master's degrees in Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Cooperation, Social Forestry, or Rural Development are eligible. Selected candidates will be appointed in UP Pay Matrix Level-6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400). Online applications are accepted from 14 September 2026 to 05 October 2026 with correction facility up to 12 October 2026 at upsssc.gov.in.
✨ Copilot Highlights
- UPSSSC Senior Instructor recruitment officially published under Advertisement No. 21-Exam/2026 for 132 posts
- Appointments in Directorate General, Deendayal Upadhyay State Rural Development Institute, Lucknow
- Mandatory requirement: Valid score card of UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET 2025)
- Discipline-wise posts: Agricultural Engineering (34), Animal Husbandry (28), Rural Economics & Cooperation (25), Social Forestry (23), Women & Child Welfare (22)
- Age eligibility: 21 to 40 years as of 01 July 2026 with 5 years relaxation for SC/ST/OBC of UP
- Attractive 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level-6 (Grade Pay ₹4,200) with monthly in-hand salary of ₹51,500 - ₹56,500+
- Nominal online application processing fee of ₹25 for all categories; correction window open till 12 October 2026
Important Dates
Notification Released
10 September 2026
Application Start Date
14 September 2026
Last Date to Apply
5 October 2026
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Instructor (Agricultural Engineering / Production) | 34 | B TECH BE |
| Senior Instructor (Animal Husbandry & Dairying) | 28 | ANY GRADUATE |
| Senior Instructor (Rural Economics & Cooperation / Sahkarita) | 25 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
| Senior Instructor (Social Forestry & Horticulture) | 23 | B SC |
| Senior Instructor (Women & Child Welfare / Panchayati Raj) | 22 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
Age Limit & Eligibility
Minimum Age
21 Years
Maximum Age
40 Years
* Age calculated as on 1 July 2026
Age Relaxations:
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Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 July 2026)
Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure
Pay Level / Grade: UP 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400, Grade Pay ₹4,200) + State DA & HRA
Official Pay Scale
₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400
Estimated In-Hand Salary
₹51,500 - ₹56,500 / month
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
Stage 1: UPSSSC PET 2025 Screening
Exam Mode: State-wide Screening Assessment
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks |
|---|---|---|
| UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test Normalized Score | 100 | 100 |
Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics
Part-I: Subject / Specialization Knowledge
Part-II: General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh
Part-III: Computer & Information Technology Concepts
How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide
Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.
Visit the official website of UPSSSC at [upsssc.gov.in](https://upsssc.gov.in/).
Navigate to the 'Live Advertisement' segment on the homepage and click on 'Apply' against 'Advt. No. 21-Exam/2026 (Senior Instructor)'.
Authenticate using either 'Through Personal Details' or 'Through OTP' by submitting your UPSSSC PET 2025 Registration Number.
Review your pre-populated personal, communication, and category data retrieved from the PET 2025 database.
Fill in post-specific mandatory educational qualifications (B.Tech, B.Sc, or Post Graduate Degree with Roll Number and passing year).
Pay the online application processing fee of ₹25 through SBI e-Pay, Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
Preview the completed form, ensure accuracy of all entered data, and click on 'Proceed to Final Submission'.
Download and save the 11-digit Application Registration Confirmation Slip for presentation during Document Verification.
UPSSSC PET 2025 Scorecard & Registration Number
Valid normalized score card proof used for OTR authentication
Recent Color Photograph & Signature
Auto-synced from PET 2025 or uploaded as per UPSSSC standards (JPG under 50 KB)
High School (10th) Certificate & Mark Sheet
Official proof of date of birth and spelling of name
Intermediate (12th) Mark Sheet & Certificate
Proof of secondary education
Prescribed Qualifying Degree / PG Certificate & Mark Sheets
Degree in Agricultural Engineering / Agriculture / Forestry / Economics / MSW from recognized University
UP Domicile & Category Certificate (OBC / SC / ST / EWS)
Issued by competent Tehsildar / Sub-Divisional Magistrate in UP Government format
Application Fee
Payment Modes: State Bank of India (SBI) e-Challan, State Bank Collect, Internet Banking, Debit / Credit Card, UPI
Selection Process
Frequently Asked Questions
Is UPSSSC PET 2025 scorecard mandatory for Senior Instructor recruitment?
Yes, candidates must possess a valid scorecard and normalized score of UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET 2025). Only candidates shortlisted on the basis of PET 2025 score will be permitted to appear in the Main Written Examination.
What is the educational qualification for UPSSSC Senior Instructor (Jyeshtha Anudeshak)?
The educational qualification varies by specialization: For Agricultural Engineering: B.Tech/B.E. in Agricultural Engineering; For Animal Husbandry: Degree in Veterinary Science (B.V.Sc) or B.Sc in Agriculture/Dairying; For Rural Economics & Cooperation: Master's degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, or Commerce/Cooperation; For Social Forestry: B.Sc in Forestry or Horticulture; For Women & Child Welfare: Master's in Social Work (MSW), Sociology, or Home Science.
What is the age limit and relaxation for UPSSSC Advt. 21-Exam/2026?
The age limit is 21 to 40 years calculated as of 01 July 2026. Candidates must be born between 02 July 1986 and 01 July 2005. Relaxation in the upper age limit is 5 years for SC, ST, and OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh, 5 years for skilled sportspersons, and up to 15 years for PwD candidates of UP.
What is the pay scale for UPSSSC Senior Instructor?
Senior Instructors are appointed in UP 7th Pay Matrix Level-6 (Pay Band-2, ₹9,300 - ₹34,800 with Grade Pay ₹4,200), corresponding to an entry basic pay of ₹35,400. With 50% DA, HRA, and transport allowance, the gross monthly earnings range from ₹57,000 to ₹62,500.
What is the examination scheme and negative marking for the Main Exam?
The Main Written Examination consists of 100 objective questions for 100 marks with a total duration of 120 minutes (2 hours). The paper comprises Subject Knowledge (65 marks), Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh (20 marks), and Computer/IT Concepts (15 marks). There is a negative marking of 25% (0.25 marks) for every incorrect answer.
Can candidates from states other than Uttar Pradesh apply?
Yes, candidates from other states can apply provided they appeared in UPSSSC PET 2025 and hold a valid score card. However, all candidates from outside Uttar Pradesh will be treated under the Unreserved (UR/General) category and will not be eligible for category reservation benefits.
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