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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

1

Notification Released

10 September 2026

2

Application Start Date

14 September 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

5 October 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
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:

OBC, SC, ST Candidates of Uttar Pradesh: +5 Years
Skilled / Meritorious Sports Persons of UP: +5 Years
Ex-Servicemen (XSM) of UP: +3 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (Divyangjan) of UP: +15 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 July 2026)

Educational Eligibility: ANY GRADUATE, B TECH BE, B SC, ANY POST GRADUATE
Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

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

Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Basic Pay35,400
Dearness Allowance (DA)50% of Basic Pay (₹17,700)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)Class X/Y/Z Cities (₹2,020 to ₹5,400 / month)
Transport Allowance (TA)₹1,800 to ₹3,600 + DA (₹2,700 - ₹5,400)
Other AllowancesMedical Allowance, Training Allowance as sanctioned by Rural Development Dept
Standard Deductions
NPS (10%) / PF / HealthNPS (10% of Basic + DA ~₹5,310), UP State Group Insurance (~₹200)
Gross Salary₹57,000 - ₹62,500 / month (Standard posting)

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹51,500 - ₹56,500 / month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Stage 1: UPSSSC PET 2025 Screening

Exam Mode: State-wide Screening Assessment

Total Marks: 100
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test Normalized Score100100

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

Part-I: Subject / Specialization Knowledge

Rural Development Schemes, Panchayati Raj Institutions, and Gram SwarajAgricultural Engineering: Farm Machinery, Soil & Water Conservation, Post-Harvest TechnologyAnimal Husbandry & Dairying: Cattle Breeds, Dairy Technology, Animal Nutrition & HealthcareRural Economics & Cooperation: Cooperative Movement, Rural Banking, Microfinance & SHGsSocial Forestry & Horticulture: Agroforestry Systems, Nursery Management, Floriculture & OrchardsWomen & Child Welfare: Poshan Abhiyaan, Maternal Care, Child Protection Laws, Community Mobilization

Part-II: General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh

History, Culture, Art, Architecture, Festivals, and Folk Dances of UPGeography, Natural Resources, Climate, Soils, and Rivers of Uttar PradeshEconomy, Agriculture, Industries, Transport, and Tourist Destinations in UPCurrent Schemes and Governance Policies of Uttar Pradesh State Government

Part-III: Computer & Information Technology Concepts

Hardware, Software, Operating Systems, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, and PresentationsInternet, World Wide Web (WWW), Email, E-Governance Portals, and Cyber Security BasicsEmerging Technologies: Basics of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, and Cloud Computing
Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

1

Visit the official website of UPSSSC at [upsssc.gov.in](https://upsssc.gov.in/).

2

Navigate to the 'Live Advertisement' segment on the homepage and click on 'Apply' against 'Advt. No. 21-Exam/2026 (Senior Instructor)'.

3

Authenticate using either 'Through Personal Details' or 'Through OTP' by submitting your UPSSSC PET 2025 Registration Number.

4

Review your pre-populated personal, communication, and category data retrieved from the PET 2025 database.

5

Fill in post-specific mandatory educational qualifications (B.Tech, B.Sc, or Post Graduate Degree with Roll Number and passing year).

6

Pay the online application processing fee of ₹25 through SBI e-Pay, Internet Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

7

Preview the completed form, ensure accuracy of all entered data, and click on 'Proceed to Final Submission'.

8

Download and save the 11-digit Application Registration Confirmation Slip for presentation during Document Verification.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

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

General / Unreserved (UR) Candidates (Processing Fee)₹25
Other Backward Classes (OBC) Candidates₹25
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) Candidates₹25
Scheduled Caste (SC) & Scheduled Tribe (ST) Candidates₹25
Divyangjan (PwBD) Candidates₹25

Payment Modes: State Bank of India (SBI) e-Challan, State Bank Collect, Internet Banking, Debit / Credit Card, UPI

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Shortlisting of registered candidates based on Normalized Score of Preliminary Eligibility Test (UPSSSC PET 2025)
2
Stage 2: Main Written Examination (100 Objective Multiple-Choice Questions, 100 Marks, 120 Minutes, 0.25 Negative Marking)
3
Stage 3: Comprehensive Document Verification (DV) of original academic degrees, PET 2025 scorecard, domicile, and UP category certificates
4
Stage 4: Preparation of Category-wise Final Merit List based strictly on marks obtained in Main Written Examination

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.

Salary Range

35,400 - ₹1,12,400

Total Vacancies

132 Posts

Last Date to Apply

5 October 2026

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