The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released Advertisement No. 17-Exam/2026 for Livestock Extension Officer (पशुधन प्रसार अधिकारी) posts under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh. Recruitment is through UPSSSC PET-2025 shortlisting followed by a written Main Examination.
The UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 is for 1,251 posts in Pay Level-5. Online application and fee payment started on 09 September 2026 and the last date is 29 September 2026. Fee reconciliation and correction are allowed till 06 October 2026. This article covers vacancy details, pay scale, eligibility, official notification and the apply-online link.
UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Livestock Extension Officer (पशुधन प्रसार अधिकारी) |
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| Total Vacancies |
1,251 Posts |
| Age Limit |
21–40 years (relaxation as per UP Government rules) |
| Salary |
Level-5 ₹29,200–92,300 |
| Minimum Qualification |
Intermediate with Biology + 2-year Livestock Extension Diploma + Hindi (Devanagari) + PET-2025 scorecard |
| Application Fee |
₹25 online processing fee (all categories) |
| Selection Process |
PET-2025 Shortlisting + Main Written Examination |
| Job Location |
Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh |
| Last Date |
29 September 2026 |
✅ UPSSSC LEO Vacancy 2026 Post Wise List:
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Category (General Selection) |
No of Vacancies |
Pay Scale |
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Unreserved (UR) |
500 | Level-5 ₹29,200–92,300 |
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SC |
254 | Level-5 ₹29,200–92,300 |
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ST |
25 | Level-5 ₹29,200–92,300 |
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OBC |
345 | Level-5 ₹29,200–92,300 |
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EWS |
124 | Level-5 ₹29,200–92,300 |
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OBC – Special Selection |
03 | Level-5 ₹29,200–92,300 |
Horizontal reservation on 1,248 general-selection posts includes DFF 24, PwD 249 (LV, HH, OA, Dw, AAV etc.), Ex-Servicemen 62 and Women 24. Posts are described as permanent / temporary; vacancy numbers may change as per Government orders.
✅ UPSSSC LEO Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Post Name |
Age Limit |
Essential Qualification |
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Livestock Extension Officer |
21–40 years |
1) Intermediate / Class 12 with Biology group from UP Board or equivalent recognised exam. |
Preferential qualifications (as per UP service rules): two years’ Territorial Army service, or NCC ‘B’ Certificate, or 15 years’ continuous active service as Veterinary Dresser Grade-I / II with the prescribed High School Science / Agriculture qualification. Age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, ESM, PwD and other notified categories is as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
✅ UPSSSC LEO Recruitment 2026 Selection Process:
Only PET-2025 shortlisted candidates will be allowed in the Main Examination. Final selection follows the Commission’s examination / merit rules.
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Step 1: Shortlisting on PET-2025 normalised score
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Step 2: Livestock Extension Officer Main Written Exam — 100 MCQs, 100 marks, 120 minutes; +1 / −0.25
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Paper: Subject knowledge 65 + Computer & IT 15 + Uttar Pradesh GK 20
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Subject paper covers 13 areas (5 marks each): Animal Husbandry, Anatomy & Physiology, Nutrition, Breeding & AI, Dairy Management, Poultry, Animal Health, Extension Education, Rearing of cattle/buffalo/sheep/goat/pig, Dairy products, Livestock Economics, Field training and Practical section
✅ UPSSSC LEO Recruitment 2026 Application Fee:
- Application fee: ₹0
- Online processing fee: ₹25 (General / SC / ST / Other categories)
- Total payable: ₹25 (non-refundable), online only
✅ UPSSSC LEO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates:
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Advertisement Published |
10 August 2026 |
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Online Application / Fee Payment Starts |
09 September 2026 |
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Last Date for Registration, Fee & Application |
29 September 2026 |
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Fee Reconciliation & Correction Last Date |
06 October 2026 |
✅ UPSSSC LEO Recruitment 2026 Important Links:
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UPSSSC LEO Advertisement 17-Exam/2026 PDF |
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UPSSSC LEO Apply Online |
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UPSSSC Official Website |
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Join IndGovtJobs Daily Job Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026?
Eligible PET-2025 candidates must submit the online form and ₹25 process fee on or before 29 September 2026. Applications or fees will not be accepted after that date.
- Step 1: Confirm PET-2025 scorecard, Intermediate with Biology, two-year Livestock Extension Diploma, Hindi (Devanagari) and age as per the rules.
- Step 2: Open upsssc.gov.in and the Livestock Extension Officer Main Examination (PET-2025)/17 link.
- Step 3: Log in with PET Registration Number, complete OTP authentication and verify personal / educational details.
- Step 4: Upload photo / signature if asked, pay ₹25 online, submit the form and save the printout.
- Step 5: Use the correction window up to 06.10.2026 if needed. Keep PET scorecard, diploma, caste / EWS / PwD / ESM / DFF papers and ID ready.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026?
1,251 posts (1,248 general selection + 3 OBC special selection) under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh.
What is the last date for UPSSSC Advertisement 17-Exam/2026?
29 September 2026 for registration, application and fee. Fee reconciliation and correction are allowed till 06 October 2026.
What is the salary for UPSSSC Livestock Extension Officer?
Pay Level-5: ₹29,200–92,300.
What is the selection process for UPSSSC LEO Recruitment 2026?
Shortlisting on PET-2025 normalised score, then a 100-mark Main Written Examination (120 minutes, 0.25 negative marking). Candidates with zero or negative PET marks will not be shortlisted.
Is PET-2025 mandatory for this UPSSSC LEO recruitment?
Yes. Educational qualification alone is not enough. The candidate must have appeared in PET-2025 and hold a PET-2025 scorecard.
Where will selected Livestock Extension Officers be posted?
Under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh, as per department posting rules.