Short Detail:
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has announced State Institute of Rural Development Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026 for total 132 posts. Candidates who want to apply for Senior Instructor posts in 13 disciplines can submit their online application form from 14/09/2026 to 05/10/2026, if you meet all the required eligibility criteria. For complete details such as eligibility, age limit, selection process, salary, and application steps, candidates must read the full notification carefully.
Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC)
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: 21-Exam/2026
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 10/09/2026
- Application Start Date: 14/09/2026
- Last Date To Apply: 05/10/2026
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 05/10/2026
- Form Correction Last Date: 12/10/2026
- Admit Card Date: Before exam
- Exam Date: Not Available
Application Fees
- Gen / OBC / EWS: ₹25/-
- SC / ST / PwBD: ₹25/-
- Pay the ₹25/- online processing fee while submitting the form.
- Shortlisted candidates must pay the Mains exam fee separately before downloading the Admit Card.
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 01/07/2026
- Min Age: 21 Years
- Max Age: 40 Years
- Age relaxation is applicable under the UPSSSC Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026 rules.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC (UP domicile) | 5 Years |
| UP State Government Employees | Up to 5 Years |
| Skilled / Outstanding Sportspersons | 5 Years |
| PwBD Candidates | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Service period plus 3 years, as per UP rules |
| Chief Minister Fellowship Researchers | As per the applicable 2026 guidelines |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 132
| UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67 | 25 | 0 | 31 | 9 | 132 |
Post & Category Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Instructor (Agricultural Engineering) | 12 | 06 | 00 | 09 | 03 | 30 |
| Senior Instructor (Plant Protection) | 07 | 04 | 00 | 04 | 01 | 16 |
| Senior Instructor (Horticulture) | 07 | 04 | 00 | 04 | 01 | 16 |
| Senior Instructor (Animal Husbandry) | 10 | 00 | 00 | 03 | 01 | 14 |
| Senior Instructor (Agronomy) | 05 | 03 | 00 | 03 | 01 | 12 |
| Senior Instructor (Women Welfare) | 06 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 00 | 09 |
| Senior Instructor (Cooperation) | 04 | 02 | 00 | 02 | 00 | 08 |
| Senior Instructor (Panchayat) | 04 | 02 | 00 | 02 | 00 | 08 |
| Senior Instructor (Soil Science) | 04 | 02 | 00 | 02 | 00 | 08 |
| Senior Instructor (Agriculture) | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
| Senior Instructor (Agriculture Extension) | 03 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 05 |
| Senior Instructor (Public Health) | 03 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 03 |
| Senior Instructor (Production) | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 02 |
| Grand Total | 67 | 25 | 00 | 31 | 09 | 132 |
Eligibility Details
- A valid UPSSSC PET-2025 scorecard with positive normalised marks is required for every post.
| Post / Discipline | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Senior Instructor (Agricultural Engineering) | Degree in Agricultural Engineering with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Plant Protection) | B.Sc. Agriculture with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Horticulture) | B.Sc. Agriculture with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Animal Husbandry) | B.Sc. Agriculture or M.Sc. in Animal Husbandry with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Agronomy) | B.Sc. Agriculture with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Women Welfare) | B.Sc. in Home Science, Agricultural Science, Nutrition, or Food & Nutrition with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Cooperation) | M.A. Economics, M.Com., or M.Sc. Agricultural Economics with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Panchayat) | M.A. Economics/Sociology/Public Administration, M.Com., or M.Sc. Agricultural Economics with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Soil Science) | B.Sc. Agriculture with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Agriculture) | Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture with at least 55% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Agriculture Extension) | B.Sc. Agriculture with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Public Health) | Graduation plus a government-recognised Sanitary Inspector Examination Certificate. |
| Senior Instructor (Production) | Degree in Agricultural/Mechanical/Civil/Electrical Engineering, or a related diploma with 2 years’ experience. |
Relevant higher qualification, work experience, Territorial Army service, or an NCC ‘B’ certificate may be considered as a preferential qualification where stated.
UPSSSC Senior Instructor: Salary Details
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale | Nature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Instructor (All Disciplines) | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | Permanent |
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UPSSSC Senior Instructor 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection Stages
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| PET-2025 Shortlisting | Candidates with positive normalised marks may be shortlisted up to 15 times the category-wise vacancies. Tied candidates at the cut-off are also included. |
| Written Examination | A 100-question objective test carrying 100 marks. |
| Document Verification | Documents and eligibility are checked before final selection. |
Written Exam Pattern
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-1 | Rural Development and related subject knowledge | 50 | 50 |
| Part-1 | Analytical Ability and Data Interpretation | 15 | 15 |
| Part-2 | Computer, Information Technology, and current technological developments | 15 | 15 |
| Part-3 | General Knowledge of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Test Type: Objective Multiple Choice Questions
- Duration: 2 Hours / 120 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/4 mark of the allotted marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
- Exam language and minimum qualifying marks: Not Available in the supplied details.
Part-1: Rural Development Syllabus
- Indian agriculture and economy.
- Soil and water conservation, pollution, cooperatives, and Sustainable Development Goals.
- Agricultural education, extension, and training.
- Public health, rural sanitation, rural development, and Panchayati Raj schemes.
- Agriculture, animal husbandry, women and child development, and rural welfare schemes.
Part-1: Analytical Ability & Data Interpretation
- Statements, assumptions, arguments, conclusions, logical deduction, and critical reasoning.
- Data interpretation, statistical analysis, graphs, and diagrams.
Part-2: Computer & Information Technology
- Computer and Internet basics, hardware, software, devices, IP, and Internet protocols.
- E-mail, printers, tablets, mobile devices, MS Word, and MS Excel.
- Operating systems, social networking, e-Governance, digital finance, and cyber security.
- AI, Big Data, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, IoT, and India’s IT achievements.
Part-3: Uttar Pradesh General Knowledge
- UP history, culture, art, architecture, festivals, folk traditions, literature, languages, and heritage.
- Social customs, tourism, geography, environment, climate, soil, forests, wildlife, mines, and minerals.
- UP economy, agriculture, industry, trade, employment, polity, and administration.
- Current events and achievements of Uttar Pradesh.
How to Apply Online
- Keep your valid UPSSSC PET-2025 registration and score details ready.
- Open the online application page when the link becomes active.
- Choose the correct Senior Instructor discipline and enter the required details.
- Upload the required documents and pay the online processing fee.
- Submit the form by 05/10/2026 and save a copy for future use.
- Any permitted correction must be completed by 12/10/2026.
EWS Note: The certificate must be issued between 01/04/2026 and 05/10/2026. It should be based on FY 2025–26 income and valid for FY 2026–27.
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026: Important Questions & Answers
How many UPSSSC Senior Instructor posts are available?
There are 132 posts across 13 disciplines. The largest share is Agricultural Engineering with 30 posts, followed by Plant Protection and Horticulture with 16 posts each.
What is the last date for UPSSSC Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026?
The online form and processing fee must be submitted by 05/10/2026. Candidates can make the permitted fee adjustment or application correction up to 12/10/2026.
Who can apply for UPSSSC Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026?
Applicants need a valid PET-2025 score with positive normalised marks. They must also hold the qualification required for their chosen discipline, such as Agriculture, Engineering, Home Science, Economics, or Public Health.
What is the UPSSSC Senior Instructor application fee?
Every listed category must pay an initial online processing fee of ₹25/-. Candidates shortlisted for the Mains Examination will pay the main exam fee separately before downloading the Admit Card.
What is the UPSSSC Senior Instructor age limit?
The basic age limit is 21 to 40 years as on 01/07/2026. Eligible reserved-category candidates can claim upper-age relaxation under the applicable Uttar Pradesh rules.
What is the UPSSSC Senior Instructor selection process?
Shortlisting is based on the PET-2025 normalised score. Shortlisted applicants take a 100-mark objective written examination, followed by document verification for final selection.
What is the UPSSSC Senior Instructor exam pattern?
The written test has 100 questions for 100 marks and lasts 2 hours. It covers rural development, analytical ability, computer and IT topics, and Uttar Pradesh general knowledge. A 1/4-mark penalty applies to wrong answers.
What is the UPSSSC Senior Instructor salary?
Selected candidates receive Pay Level-6 with a pay scale of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400. The notified posts are permanent.