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UPSSSC Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 132 Posts, Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Syllabus
UPSSSC has released Advertisement No. 21-Exam/2026 inviting online applications for 132 Senior Instructor vacancies across multiple disciplines under the State Institute of Rural Development. Candidates possessing a valid UPSSSC PET-2025 score and the prescribed trade-specific qualifications can apply online from 14 September 2026 to 05 October 2026.
Published: 28 Sept 2026· ⏳ Last date: 05 Oct 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC), Lucknow has officially released the recruitment advertisement (Advt. No. 21-Exam/2026) for the post of Senior Instructor (ज्येष्ठ अनुदेशक संवर्ग) Mains Examination (PET-2025)/21. This recruitment drive aims to fill 132 permanent vacancies under the Director General, Deen Dayal Upadhyaya State Institute of Rural Development, Bakshi Ka Talab, Lucknow.
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Body | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) |
| Department | Deen Dayal Upadhyaya State Institute of Rural Development, Lucknow |
| Post Name | Senior Instructor (ज्येष्ठ अनुदेशक संवर्ग) |
| Advertisement No. | 21-Exam/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 132 Posts |
| Pay Scale | Level-6 (Pay Matrix: Rs. 35,400 – Rs. 1,12,400) |
| Nature of Post | Permanent (स्थायी) |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting based on UPSSSC PET 2025 Score + Mains Written Exam |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | 10-09-2026 |
| Starting Date for Online Application & Fee Payment | 14-09-2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application & Fee Submission | 05-10-2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Adjustment & Application Modification | 12-10-2026 |
| Mains Examination Date | To be notified later |
Application Fee
At the initial registration stage, only the online processing fee is charged. Shortlisted candidates will be required to pay the main examination fee separately before downloading the Mains Exam Admit Card.
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) / General | Rs. 0.00 | Rs. 25.00 | Rs. 25.00 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | Rs. 0.00 | Rs. 25.00 | Rs. 25.00 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | Rs. 0.00 | Rs. 25.00 | Rs. 25.00 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Rs. 0.00 | Rs. 25.00 | Rs. 25.00 |
| DFF / Ex-Servicemen / Female / PwD / Sportspersons | Applicable according to their primary parent category (Rs. 25.00) |
- Payment Mode: Online through Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, UPI, or SBI e-Challan.
Vacancy Breakdown
1. Vertical Reservation (Category-Wise Vacancies)
| S.No. | Post Name (Trade / Subject) | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senior Instructor (Agricultural Engineering) | 12 | 06 | 00 | 09 | 03 | 30 |
| 2 | Senior Instructor (Plant Protection) | 07 | 04 | 00 | 04 | 01 | 16 |
| 3 | Senior Instructor (Horticulture) | 07 | 04 | 00 | 04 | 01 | 16 |
| 4 | Senior Instructor (Animal Husbandry) | 10 | 00 | 00 | 03 | 01 | 14 |
| 5 | Senior Instructor (Agronomy) | 05 | 03 | 00 | 03 | 01 | 12 |
| 6 | Senior Instructor (Women Welfare) | 06 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 00 | 09 |
| 7 | Senior Instructor (Cooperation) | 04 | 02 | 00 | 02 | 00 | 08 |
| 8 | Senior Instructor (Panchayat) | 04 | 02 | 00 | 02 | 00 | 08 |
| 9 | Senior Instructor (Soil Science) | 04 | 02 | 00 | 02 | 00 | 08 |
| 10 | Senior Instructor (Agriculture) | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
| 11 | Senior Instructor (Agricultural Extension) | 03 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 05 |
| 12 | Senior Instructor (Public Health) | 03 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 03 |
| 13 | Senior Instructor (Production) | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 02 |
| Total Vacancies | 67 | 25 | 00 | 31 | 09 | 132 |
2. Horizontal Reservation Breakdown
| S.No. | Post Name (Trade / Subject) | DFF | PwD (L.V.) | Ex-SM | Female | Outstanding Sports |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural Engineering | 00 | 01 | 01 | 06 | 00 |
| 2 | Plant Protection | 00 | 00 | 00 | 03 | 00 |
| 3 | Horticulture | 00 | 00 | 00 | 03 | 00 |
| 4 | Animal Husbandry | 00 | 00 | 00 | 02 | 00 |
| 5 | Agronomy | 00 | 00 | 00 | 02 | 00 |
| 6 | Women Welfare | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 |
| 7 | Cooperation | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 |
| 8 | Panchayat | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 |
| 9 | Soil Science | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 |
| 10 | Agriculture | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 11 | Agricultural Extension | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 |
| 12 | Public Health | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
| 13 | Production | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Mandatory Shortlisting Eligibility
- Candidates must have participated in the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET 2025) and possess a valid score card.
- Candidates scoring zero or negative marks in PET 2025 are not eligible.
2. Post-Wise Educational Qualifications
| S.No. | Post Name | Essential Qualification (Mandatory) | Preferential Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Senior Instructor (Agricultural Engineering) | Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering with minimum 50% marks. | 3 years of experience in engineering or agricultural implements manufacturing training and extension; NCC ‘B’ Certificate; 2 years Territorial Army service. |
| 2 | Senior Instructor (Plant Protection) | B.Sc. in Agriculture with minimum 50% marks. | Post-graduation in Entomology / Plant Pathology; 3 years teaching/training/extension experience; NCC ‘B’ Certificate. |
| 3 | Senior Instructor (Horticulture) | B.Sc. in Agriculture with minimum 50% marks. | Post-graduation in Horticulture; 3 years teaching/training/extension experience; NCC ‘B’ Certificate. |
| 4 | Senior Instructor (Animal Husbandry) | B.Sc. or M.Sc. (Animal Husbandry) with minimum 50% marks. | Post-graduate degree; 3 years teaching/training/extension experience; NCC ‘B’ Certificate. |
| 5 | Senior Instructor (Agronomy) | B.Sc. in Agriculture with minimum 50% marks. | Post-graduation in Agronomy / Plant Pathology; 3 years teaching/training/extension experience; NCC ‘B’ Certificate. |
| 6 | Senior Instructor (Women Welfare) | B.Sc. in Home Science / Home Economics / Nutrition / Dietetics with minimum 50% marks. | Post-graduation in Home Science / Sociology / Social Work / Home Economics / Nutrition; 3 years extension experience. |
| 7 | Senior Instructor (Cooperation) | M.A. (Economics) / M.Sc. (Agricultural Economics) / M.Com with minimum 50% marks. | 3 years teaching/training/extension experience; NCC ‘B’ Certificate; Territorial Army service. |
| 8 | Senior Instructor (Panchayat) | M.A. (Economics) / M.Sc. (Agricultural Economics) / M.A. (Sociology) with minimum 50% marks. | 3 years teaching/training/extension experience; NCC ‘B’ Certificate; Territorial Army service. |
| 9 | Senior Instructor (Soil Science) | B.Sc. in Agriculture with minimum 50% marks. | Post-graduation in Soil Science; 3 years teaching/training/extension experience; NCC ‘B’ Certificate. |
| 10 | Senior Instructor (Agriculture) | Master’s Degree in Agriculture from a recognized university with minimum 55% marks. | NCC ‘B’ Certificate; Territorial Army service. |
| 11 | Senior Instructor (Agricultural Extension) | B.Sc. in Agriculture with minimum 50% marks. | Post-graduation in Extension or Agricultural Economics; 3 years teaching/training/extension experience; NCC ‘B’ Certificate. |
| 12 | Senior Instructor (Public Health) | Bachelor’s Degree + Sanitary Inspector Examination Certificate recognized by the State Government. | Post-graduation + Sanitary Inspector Certificate; 3 years experience as a Sanitary Inspector; NCC ‘B’ Certificate. |
| 13 | Senior Instructor (Production) | Degree in Agricultural / Mechanical / Electrical / Civil Engineering, OR Diploma in Agricultural / Mechanical / Electrical / Civil Engineering with at least 2 years of experience. | 2 years of experience in engineering or agricultural implements training and extension; NCC ‘B’ Certificate. |
3. Age Limit (As on 01-07-2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years
- Age Relaxations: Upper age limit relaxations are applicable for SC, ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, PwD, and Skilled Sportspersons of Uttar Pradesh as per state government rules. Regular state government employees are eligible for an upper age relaxation of up to 5 years.
Exam Pattern & Selection Scheme
Selection is based on a written competitive examination (Mains) consisting of objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
- Mode of Exam: Offline / Objective Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQ)
- Number of Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 2 Hours (120 Minutes)
- Marking Scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer
- Negative Marking: 25% (0.25 mark) deducted for each incorrect answer
Examination Structure
| Part | Subject / Topic | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Section A: Subject-Specific Knowledge (Rural Development) | 50 | 50 | Composite Time of 2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Section B: Analytical Ability & Data Interpretation | 15 | 15 | ||
| Part 2 | Knowledge of Computer & IT Concepts, Contemporary Innovations | 15 | 15 | |
| Part 3 | General Knowledge Related to the State of Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 120 Minutes |
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Syllabus 2026
Part 1: Subject-Specific Knowledge & Analytical Ability (65 Questions / 65 Marks)
Section A: Rural Development (50 Marks)
- Salient features and fundamentals of Indian Agriculture and Indian Economy.
- Soil and water conservation, soil pollution, and water resources management.
- Cooperatives and their direct alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Agricultural education, extension services, and rural training mechanisms.
- Public health, rural sanitation protocols, and national/state sanitation schemes.
- Central and State Government schemes, policies, and welfare programs for rural areas.
- Panchayati Raj system, administrative governance, and rural local body schemes.
- Policies, schemes, and missions concerning agriculture, animal husbandry, and allied sectors.
- Women and child development programs, nutritional schemes, and welfare measures.
- Social security, financial inclusion, and targeted welfare schemes for rural populations.
Section B: Analytical Ability & Data Interpretation (15 Marks)
- Statements and Assumptions, Statements and Arguments, Statements and Conclusions.
- Logical deductions, relational reasoning, and critical thinking.
- Data analysis and statistical interpretation from tables, charts, graphs, and diagrams.
Part 2: Computer & Information Technology (15 Questions / 15 Marks)
- Introduction, history, and applications of Computers, IT, Internet, and World Wide Web (WWW).
- Fundamentals of Hardware, Software, Input, and Output devices.
- Internet Protocol (IP), IP addresses, and standard networking concepts.
- Common IT gadgets and their practical digital applications.
- Email creation, communication protocols, and email management.
- Handling of printers, mobile devices, and tablets.
- Word Processing (MS Word) and Spreadsheet essentials (MS Excel).
- Operating systems, social networking platforms, and e-Governance infrastructure.
- Digital financial tools, net banking, and UPI applications.
- Cyber security principles, threat mitigation, and future digital skills.
- Emerging technological innovations: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data Analytics, Deep Learning, Machine Learning (ML), Internet of Things (IoT), and India’s milestones in IT.
Part 3: General Information of Uttar Pradesh (20 Questions / 20 Marks)
- History, art, architecture, monuments, and cultural traditions of Uttar Pradesh.
- Regional festivals, folk music, folk dances, literature, languages, and dialects.
- Heritage, social customs, and tourism destinations across Uttar Pradesh.
- Physical geography, landscape, climate, soil types, forests, wildlife, and natural reserves.
- Mines, minerals, industrial zones, trade corridors, business, and employment landscape.
- State polity, administrative machinery, legal framework, and governance.
- Current events, state initiatives, awards, and Uttar Pradesh’s accomplishments in diverse fields.
Step-by-Step Online Application Process
- Visit Official Portal: Go to the official UPSSSC portal at
upsssc.gov.in. - Access Advertisement: Under the Live Advertisement segment, select Advt. No. 21-Exam/2026.
- Authentication via PET-2025: Authenticate using your PET-2025 Registration Number through OTP sent to your registered mobile number/email.
- Fill Application Details: Review pre-filled personal information, select eligible Senior Instructor trade post(s), and input essential academic details (board, passing year, marks, certificate numbers).
- Review Photo & Signature: Verify your pre-loaded photograph and signature from PET-2025.
- Pay Processing Fee: Complete the online fee payment of Rs. 25 via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI, or SBI Challan.
- Final Submit & Print: Submit the application form, record the 11-digit application registration number, and download a printed copy for future reference.
Official Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Link to Apply Online | Click Here to Apply Online |
| UPSSSC Senior Instructor Syllabus 2026 | Download Detailed Exam Pattern & Syllabus PDF |
| Link to Official Notifications | Download Official Notification PDF (Advt 21-Exam/2026) |
| UPSSSC Official Website | Click Here |
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