Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research (UPCAR), Lucknow has released Advertisement No. 02/2025 inviting applications for 04 high-level Scientific/Technical cadre posts on Deputation (for DDG/ADG) and Direct Recruitment (Scientific Officer) basis. Eligible officers/scientists with Ph.D. and rich experience in agricultural research/teaching/extension can apply in the prescribed format latest by 31st December 2025.
The Candidates are advised to carefully go through the detailed UPCAR Recruitment 2025 notification before submitting the application.
UPCAR Recruitment 2025 – 04 Scientific Posts
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Organization |
Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research (UPCAR), Lucknow |
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Post Names |
Deputy Director General (02) | Assistant Director General (01) | Scientific Officer (01) |
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Total Vacancies |
04 |
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Age Limit |
40–45 Years (Post-wise) |
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Pay Scale |
Level-10 to Level-14 |
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Qualification |
Ph.D + Relevant Experience |
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Selection Process |
Deputation / Direct Recruitment |
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Job Location |
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh |
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Last Date |
31/12/2025 |
✅ UPCAR 2025 Post-wise Details:
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Post Name |
Discipline | Vacancies | Pay Level | Mode |
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Deputy Director General |
Animal Husbandry, Dairy & Fisheries |
01 |
Level-14 |
Deputation |
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Deputy Director General |
Crops & Horticulture |
01 |
Level-14 |
Deputation |
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Assistant Director General |
Natural Resource Management |
01 |
Level-12 |
Deputation |
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Scientific Officer |
Agricultural Engineering (Post Harvest Technology) |
01 (OBC) |
Level-10 |
Direct Recruitment |
✅ UPCAR 2025 Age Limit (as on 30.12.2025):
- Deputy Director General → Not less than 45 years
- Assistant Director General → Not less than 40 years
- Scientific Officer → 18–40 years (05 years relaxation for OBC)
✅ UPCAR 2025 Eligibility Criteria:
- DDG (Sl. 1 & 2): Master’s + Ph.D in relevant branch with minimum 15 years research/teaching/extension experience including 03 years as Professor/Head of State-level department.
- ADG (Sl. 3): Master’s + Ph.D in relevant subject with minimum 05 years experience equivalent to Assistant Professor/Scientific Officer.
- Scientific Officer (Sl. 4): Master’s degree in Agricultural Engineering (Post Harvest Technology/Food Processing/Food Safety) with ≥55% marks + relevant experience.
✅ UPCAR 2025 Application Fee:
| Post | Category | Fee (Demand Draft) |
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DDG & ADG (Deputation) |
General |
₹1500/- |
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Scientific Officer (Direct) |
All |
₹500/- |
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DD in favour of “Secretary, Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research, Lucknow” payable at Lucknow | ||
✅ UPCAR 2025 Important Dates:
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Last Date for Receipt of Application (by Registered/Speed Post) |
31st December 2025 (06:00 PM) |
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Tentative date of Exam / Interview |
to be notified |
✅ UPCAR 2025 Important Links:
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Detailed Notification & Application Form |
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Official Website |
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Join Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply UPCAR Recruitment 2025:
Applications only in prescribed format complete in all respects along with self-attested copies of testimonials and Demand Draft should reach by Registered/Speed Post only to:
The Secretary,
Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research,
Near Rajkiya Udyan, Cariappa Marg, Alambagh,
Lucknow – 226 005 (U.P.)
➢ Envelope must be superscribed with “Name of Post Applied For ________ Category ________ Discipline ________”
➢ Last date of receipt: 31.12.2025 (6:00 PM)
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the last date for UPCAR Recruitment 2025?
31st December 2025 (applications must reach by 6:00 PM via Registered/Speed Post).
How many posts are vacant?
Total 04 posts – 02 Deputy Director General, 01 Assistant Director General, 01 Scientific Officer (OBC).
What is the mode of recruitment?
DDG & ADG on Deputation basis; Scientific Officer on Direct Recruitment.
Is there any application fee?
Yes – ₹1500/- (DDG/ADG-General) and ₹500/- (Scientific Officer) via Demand Draft.