UPSSSC Technical Assistant 2026 The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the much-awaited notification for the recruitment of Technical Assistant (Group C), also referred to as Agriculture Technical Assistant (AGTA), for the year 2026.
Application and Examination Name/UPSSSC Technical Assistant 2026
| Name of Recruitment: UPSSSC Technical Assistant (Group C) Recruitment 2026 Conducting Body: Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) Total Posts: 2759 |
Important Dates/UPSSSC Technical Assistant 2026
| Event | Important Date |
| Official Notification Release Date | 24 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 22 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 11 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 11 June 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | Up to 18 June 2026 |
| Exam Date (Main Examination) | To be notified later (via admit card) |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be notified later (usually a week before the exam) |
| Result Declaration Date | To be notified later (after the exam) |
Application Fee/UPSSSC Technical Assistant 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / OBC / EWS | 25/- |
| SC / ST | 25/- |
| Physically Handicapped (PH) | 25/- |
| Payment Method | Debit Card,Credit Card,Net Banking,Net Banking,SBI E-Challan |
Educational Qualification/UPSSSC Technical Assistant 2026
| Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or an equivalent field from a recognized university or institution. The specific acceptable degrees include PET 2025 Qualification (Mandatory) B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture B.Sc. (Hons.) Forestry B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering A four-year degree in B.Sc. (Home Science) / Community Science from an Agricultural & Technology University |
Age Limit & Age Relaxation/UPSSSC Technical Assistant 2026
| Age Limit (As on 01 July 2026) ⁕ Minimum Age: 21 Years ⁕ Maximum Age: 40 Years |
| Age Relaxation ⁕ SC/ST/OBC: +5 years ⁕ PwD (Persons with Disabilities): +15 years (subject to category) ⁕ Ex-Servicemen: As per government norms |
Total Number of Vacancies/UPSSSC Technical Assistant 2026
| Category | Number of Posts |
| General (Unreserved) | 1692 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 573 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 06 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 275 |
| Total | 2759 |
How to Apply/UPSSSC Technical Assistant 2026
| Step 1: Visit the Official Website Go to the official UPSSSC website: upsssc.gov.in |
| Step 2: Access the Application Link On the homepage, look for the “Live Advertisement” or “Notifications” section. Find the link for “Advt. No. 06-Exam/2026: Technical Assistant Group-C (AGTA) Main Examination 2026” and click on it |
| Step 3: Login with PET Credentials You will be redirected to a login page. Use your UPSSSC PET 2025 Registration Number and the OTP sent to your registered mobile number or email ID to log in |
| Step 4: Fill the Application Form The system will auto-populate some basic details from your PET registration. You will need to: ⁕ Verify all personal details (Name, Father’s Name, Date of Birth). ⁕ Enter your educational qualification details (Degree, University, Year of Passing). ⁕ Select your category (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) |
| Step 5: Upload Documents Photograph & Signature: Upload a recent passport-sized photograph and your signature. The specifications will be mentioned in the notification. In many cases, these are auto-populated from your PET registration Documents: Keep scanned copies of your mark sheets, degree certificates, and category certificates (if applicable) ready for verification |
| Step 6: Pay the Application Fee Pay the application fee of ₹25/- using your preferred online payment method (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or SBI E-Challan) |
| Step 7: Final Submit and Print After successful payment, review all the details one last time. Submit the application form. Once submitted, download and print a copy of the final application form and the fee payment receipt for your future reference |
Selection Process and Examination Phases/UPSSSC Technical Assistant 2026
| Phase 1: Shortlisting based on PET 2025 Score The first stage is a screening process. UPSSSC will shortlist candidates for the main written examination based on their normalized scores in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025. Up to 15 times the number of vacancies (category-wise) will be shortlisted. Candidates with zero or negative scores in PET will not be considered |
| Phase 2: Main Written Examination The shortlisted candidates will be called to appear for the main written examination. This is the decisive stage of the selection process. The details of the exam pattern and syllabus are discussed in the next section. |
| Phase 3: Document Verification (DV) Candidates who successfully qualify in the written examination will be called for document verification. In this stage, all original documents (educational certificates, age proof, caste certificate, PET scorecard, etc.) will be verified. Failure to produce valid documents will lead to the cancellation of candidature |
Examination Pattern/UPSSSC Technical Assistant 2026
| Feature | Details |
| Mode of Exam | Objective Type (Multiple Choice Questions) |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Time Duration | 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Negative Marking | Yes, 1/4th (0.25) mark is deducted for each wrong answer |
Syllabus Overview/UPSSSC Technical Assistant 2026
| Agriculture Subjects (80 Marks) ⁕ Crop Science: Cropping systems, weed management, irrigation methods, and crop production techniques ⁕ Soil & Water Conservation: Soil classification, soil properties, erosion control, water harvesting, and watershed management. ⁕ Biotechnology & Plant Breeding: Hybridization techniques, genetic engineering, seed technology, and crop physiology. ⁕ Horticulture: Production of fruits, vegetables, and plantation crops. ⁕ Plant Pathology & Entomology: Plant diseases, pest control methods, and integrated pest management (IPM) ⁕ Agricultural Economics: Farm management, agricultural marketing, and rural development schemes |
| Computer & IT Knowledge (15 Marks) ⁕ Basics of computers, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), the internet, cyber security, and contemporary technologies like AI and IoT |
| General Knowledge (UP State) (20 Marks) ⁕ History, culture, and geography of Uttar Pradesh. ⁕ Economy and polity of the state. ⁕ Current affairs and government schemes related to Uttar Pradesh |
Pay Scale/UPSSSC Technical Assistant 2026
| Selected candidates for the Technical Assistant Group C post will enjoy a handsome salary along with other government allowances. The pay scale is as per the 7th Pay Commission ⁕ Pay Level: Level 4 ⁕ Pay Scale: Rs. 25,500/- to Rs. 81,100/- per month In addition to the basic pay, candidates are entitled to various allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA), and other benefits as per government rules. |
Important Link
| APPLY ONLINE | CLICK HERE Link Activate On 22 May 2026 |
| DOWNLOAD NOTIFICTION | CLICK HERE |
| OFFICIAL WEBSITE | CLICK HERE |
| FOR MORE VACANCIES | CLICK HERE |
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1.Can I apply for this recruitment if I have not taken the UPSSSC PET 2025?
No, appearing in the UPSSSC PET 2025 is mandatory. Only candidates with a valid PET 2025 scorecard are eligible to apply for this main examination
2.What is the application fee for General category candidates?
The application fee for General, OBC, EWS, SC, and ST candidates is uniformly ₹25/-
3.What is the last date to apply for UPSSSC Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 11 June 2026
4.Is there any negative marking in the written exam?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/4th (0.25) marks for every incorrect answer
5.What is the minimum age required to apply for this post?
The minimum age is 21 years as of 01 July 2026
6.I have a B.Sc. in Horticulture. Am I eligible?
Yes, a B.Sc. in Horticulture is an acceptable equivalent qualification for this post
7.What is the total number of vacancies for the General category?
There are 1692 vacancies available for the General (Unreserved) category
8.Where can I download the official notification?
The official notification can be downloaded from the UPSSSC official website, upsssc.gov.in
9. How will candidates be shortlisted for the main exam?
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their PET 2025 normalized score. Only those with valid scores will be called for the main written exam
10.Will there be any interview after the written exam?
No, there is no interview. The selection is based on shortlisting (PET score), the main written exam, and document verification
