Q1. What is the last date to submit the UPSSSC Senior Instructor online form 2026?

The online application started on 14 September 2026. The closing date is 5 October 2026. Payment of the application fee is also accepted till 5 October 2026. Do not wait for the final day because the UPSSSC server slows down near the deadline.

Q2. Is a valid UPSSSC PET 2025 scorecard compulsory for Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026?

Yes, it is compulsory. This mains examination is conducted for candidates who already cleared the UPSSSC PET 2025. Your PET 2025 registration number is asked inside the online form. Applicants without a valid PET 2025 score cannot register for these 132 posts.

Q3. What is the age limit and the age relaxation rule for this recruitment?

The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum age is 40 years. The exact cutoff date for age calculation is given in the official notification. OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh get 3 years of upper age relaxation. SC and ST candidates get 5 years. PwD candidates get 10 to 15 years depending on their category.

Q4. How much is the application fee and does any category get an exemption?

Every applicant pays Rs 25. General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, female, and Divyang candidates all pay the same amount. There is no exemption slab in this advertisement. Payment is accepted online through UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking only.

Q5. What is the exam pattern and is there negative marking in the mains paper?

The mains paper has 100 objective type questions carrying 100 marks. You get 2 hours to complete it. Each correct answer gives 1 mark. One fourth of a mark is deducted for every wrong answer. The question paper is bilingual, so you can attempt it in Hindi or English.

Q6. Can I correct a mistake after submitting the application form?

Yes. UPSSSC opens a correction window after the closing date. For this cycle the correction facility stays open till 12 October 2026. You can edit limited fields like name spelling, academic marks, and category details. Certain fields such as post choice may stay locked, so fill the first attempt carefully.

Q7. Which documents will be checked during document verification?

You must carry the Class 10 certificate for date of birth, the qualifying degree marksheets and certificates, the PET 2025 scorecard, experience certificates, and the Sanitary Inspector certificate if the post needs it. Caste, EWS, PwD, and domicile certificates are checked for those who claim relaxation. Original papers must match the details you typed online.

Q8. What is the pay scale offered to a selected Senior Instructor?

The post carries a pay scale of Rs 35,400 to Rs 1,12,400. It falls under the Level 6 pay matrix of the Uttar Pradesh government. Selected candidates are posted under the State Institute of Rural Development network. Other allowances apply as per state government rules.

Q9. Where can I find the syllabus and the official notification PDF?

The full syllabus, unit wise subjects, and eligibility clauses are printed inside the official notification. You can download it from the UPSSSC portal at upsssc.gov.in. Sarkari King also publishes the direct notification link and the apply online link on this page for easy access.

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UPSSSC Senior Instructor (Jyeshtha Anudeshak) Cadre Main Exam 2026 - Apply Online for 132 Posts

UPSSSC has released Advertisement No. 21-Exam/2026 for 132 Senior Instructor posts. These seats sit under the Deendayal Upadhyay State Rural Development Institute in Lucknow. You need a B.Sc in Agriculture, Horticulture, or a related science with 50% marks. Some trades ask for a Master degree or a Diploma with work experience. A few posts also need a Sanitary Inspector certificate. The online form opens on 14 September 2026. The closing date is 5 October 2026. Correction of the submitted form stays open till 12 October 2026. Every category pays a fee of just Rs 25. There is no fee exemption here. Age must fall between 21 and 40 years. Reserved castes get the usual upper age relaxation. Shortlisting happens through your UPSSSC PET 2025 score. A 100 mark written test follows. Apply online at upsssc.gov.in.

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Updated: 14 September 2026 | 08:18 PM

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UPSSSC Senior Instructor Cadre Main Examination 2026 : Vacancy Details Total : 132 Post
Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility & Qualification Details
Senior Instructor (Agricultural Engineering)	30	Bachelor degree in Agricultural Engineering with at least 50% aggregate marks. The degree must come from a recognized institute or university approved by a competent authority. Minimum 3 years of practical work experience in the agricultural engineering field is required. Experience gained at a government department or a recognized organization will be counted. Read the official notification for the full experience and subject relaxation clauses.
Senior Instructor (Plant Protection)	16	B.Sc. in Agriculture with minimum 50% marks from a recognized institute or university. Plant Protection or Entomology as a subject paper is preferred by the department. Candidates in the final year of study are not eligible unless the result is declared before the cutoff. Read the official notification for the complete subject wise conditions.
Senior Instructor (Horticulture Science)	16	B.Sc. in Agriculture or B.Sc. in Horticulture with at least 50% marks. The qualifying degree should be from a recognized institute or university. Horticulture as a special paper adds weight during eligibility screening. Read the official notification for the detailed subject requirements.
Senior Instructor (Animal Husbandry)	14	B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Animal Husbandry with at least 50% marks. The degree must be awarded by a recognized institute or university. Veterinary Science related subjects are treated as allied qualifications in some cases. Read the official notification for the complete subject list and marks criteria.
Senior Instructor (Agronomy)	12	B.Sc. in Agriculture with at least 50% marks from a recognized institute or university. Agronomy as a subject paper is preferred for this discipline. Marks obtained in the qualifying degree are counted as per university norms. Read the official notification for the complete eligibility conditions.
Senior Instructor (Women Welfare)	09	B.Sc. in Home Science, Home Economics, or Nutrition and Dietetics with at least 50% marks. The degree should come from a recognized institute or university. Female candidates are encouraged to apply for this discipline. Read the official notification for the complete subject wise conditions.
Senior Instructor (Cooperation)	08	M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics or M.Com. with at least 50% marks. The post graduate degree must be from a recognized institute or university. Cooperative marketing or rural credit as a paper is treated as an advantage. Read the official notification for the complete eligibility conditions.
Senior Instructor (Panchayat)	08	M.A. in Economics, M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics, or M.A. in Sociology with 50% marks. The post graduate degree should be from a recognized institute or university. Rural development related subjects are counted as allied qualifications. Read the official notification for the complete subject list and marks criteria.
Senior Instructor (Soil Science)	08	B.Sc. in Agriculture with at least 50% marks from a recognized institute or university. Soil Science or Chemistry as a subject paper is preferred for this discipline. Final year appearing candidates are not eligible for this post. Read the official notification for the detailed subject requirements.
Senior Instructor (Agriculture)	01	Master Degree in Agriculture with at least 55% marks. The degree must come from a university established by law in India. This is the only post where the marks bar is set at 55% instead of 50%. Read the official notification for the complete eligibility conditions.
Senior Instructor (Agricultural Extension)	05	B.Sc. in Agriculture with at least 50% marks from a recognized institute or university. Extension Education as a subject paper is preferred for this discipline. Field level training or rural work exposure adds weight during screening. Read the official notification for the detailed subject requirements.
Senior Instructor (Public Health)	03	A Graduation degree in a relevant stream is required for this post. You must hold a Sanitary Inspector examination certificate recognized by the State Government. The certificate should be valid on the closing date of the online application. Read the official notification for the complete eligibility conditions.
Senior Instructor (Production)	02	Diploma in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering. At least 2 years of practical work experience in the relevant production trade. The diploma should be from a recognized institute or polytechnic board. Read the official notification for the complete experience and subject clauses.

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