Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Services Notification 2024 Out, Apply Online for 268 Vacancies

Uttar Pradesh

The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission has announced the Combined State Agricultural Services Examination, 2024. Online applications started on April 10, 2024, and the last date for submission is May 10, 2024. Candidates have until May 16, 2024, for fee reconciliation and application corrections/modifications.

  • 10 Apr, 2024
  • Degree, Post Graduation
  • Senior Technical Assistant Group-A (Development Branch), Senior Technical Assistant Group-A (Chemistry Branch), Senior Technical Assistant Group-A (Plant protection Branch), Senior Technical Assistant Group-A (Botany Branch), Senior Technical Assistant Group-A (Agronomy Branch), U.P. Agriculture Services Group ‘B’ Grade-2 (Plant Protection Branch), U.P. Agriculture Services Group ‘B’ Grade-2 (Development Branch), U.P. Agriculture Services Group ‘B’ Grade-2 (Agronomy Branch), U.P. Agriculture Services Group ‘B’ Grade-2 (Botany Branch), U.P. Agriculture Services Group ‘B’ Grade-2 (Chemistry Branch), Principal State Food Science Training Center/ Food Processing Officer, Group-2, District Horticulture Officer, Group-2, Grade-1

Job Description


The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission has announced the Combined State Agricultural Services Examination, 2024. Online applications started on April 10, 2024, and the last date for submission is May 10, 2024. Candidates have until May 16, 2024, for fee reconciliation and application corrections/modifications.

Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Services Notification 2024 Important Information:

Candidates must complete a One Time Registration (O.T.R.) and obtain an O.T.R. Number before applying online. Without this number, online application submission is not possible. Get the O.T.R. Number from the commission's website (https://otr.pariksha.nic.in) at least 72 hours before submitting the online application. Only with the O.T.R. Number can candidates apply online via the commission's website (https://uppsc.up.nic.in).

Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Services Notification Important Date:

Summarizing the important dates for the Combined State Agricultural Services Examination, 2024:

EventDate
Online Application Start DateApril 10, 2024
Last Date for Application SubmissionMay 10, 2024
Fee Reconciliation and Application Corrections/Modifications DeadlineMay 16, 2024

Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Services Notification 2024 Number of Vacancies:

CategoryVacancies
Unreserved93
E.W.S.26
O.B.C.77
S.C.67
S.T.5
Total268

Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Services Notification 2024 Age Limit & Relaxation:

Age Limit:

  • Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years old as of July 1, 2024.
  • For PH candidates, the maximum age limit is 55 years.

Age Relaxation:

  • Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Skilled players of U.P., State Govt. Employees of U.P., and Teachers/Staff of U.P. Basic Shiksha Parishad and Government Aided Madhyamik Vidyalayas: +5 years.
  • Persons with disabilities (PH) of U.P.: +15 years.
  • Emergency Commissioned Officers/Short Service Commissioned Officers/Ex-Army Personnel of U.P.: +3 years + Period of service rendered in Army.

Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Services Notification 2024 Qualification:

PositionQualification
District Horticulture OfficerB.Sc. (Agriculture) or B.Sc. (Horticulture)
Principal State Food Science Training Center/Food Processing OfficerB.Sc. (Chemistry) or B.Sc. (Agriculture) or M.Sc. (Food Technology/Preservation/Science)
U.P. Agricultural Services (Chemistry Branch)Postgrad in Agricultural Chemistry/Soil Science/Conservation
U.P. Agricultural Services (Botany Branch)Postgrad in Agricultural Botany/Plant Breeding/Forestry
U.P. Agricultural Services (Agronomy Branch)Postgrad in Agronomy
U.P. Agricultural Services (Plant Protection Branch)Postgrad in Entomology/Plant Pathology/Botany/Zoology
U.P. Agriculture Services (Development Branch)Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture

Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Services Notification 2024 Pay Scale:

Pay Scale Rs. 9,300–34,800/- with Grade Pay Rs. 4,600/-: This pay scale is applicable to certain positions within the examination. Employees in these positions receive a basic salary ranging from Rs. 9,300 to Rs. 34,800 per month, along with a grade pay of Rs. 4,600. The revised pay scale corresponding to this is Level-7 in the Pay Matrix, with a range from Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400.

Pay Scale Rs. 15,600–39,100/- with Grade Pay Rs. 5,400/-: This pay scale is for other positions included in the examination. Employees in these positions receive a basic salary ranging from Rs. 15,600 to Rs. 39,100 per month, with a grade pay of Rs. 5,400. The revised pay scale for this is Level-10 in the Pay Matrix, with a range from Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500.

Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Services Notification 2024 How to Apply:


Candidates applying online must adhere to the following instructions:

  1. Visit the commission's website (https://uppsc.up.nic.in) and access the "ALL NOTIFICATIONS/ADVERTISEMENTS" section.
  2. Under "ONLINE ADVERTISEMENTS," you'll find three parts: User Instructions, View Advertisement, and Apply.
  3. Read the User Instructions thoroughly. Click on "View Advertisement" to see the full advertisement and sample snapshots of the online application process.
  4. The online application process involves four stages:
    • First Stage: Authenticate with O.T.R. If you have completed O.T.R. Registration, enter your O.T.R. Number. If not, obtain it from the O.T.R. Web-portal and proceed accordingly.
    • Second Stage: Submit Details under 'Application Part-2' and confirm preferential qualifications.
    • Third Stage: Confirm fee payment through various modes provided (NET BANKING, CARD PAYMENTS, OTHER PAYMENT MODES).
    • Fourth Stage: Review and print the completed application form. Keep a printed copy for future reference.
  5. Any modifications to the application can be made once before the deadline.
  6. Failure to complete the online application process may result in the rejection of the candidate's candidature.

Candidates must follow these steps diligently to ensure a successful application process.

Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Services Notification 2024 Exam Fee:

CategoryExam FeeProcessing FeeTotal Fee
Unreserved/EWS/OBCRs. 100Rs. 25Rs. 125
SC/STRs. 40Rs. 25Rs. 65
PWDsNILRs. 25Rs. 25
Ex-ServicemenRs. 40Rs. 25Rs. 65
Dependents of Freedom Fighters/Women/Skilled PlayerVaries--

Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Services Notification 2024 Selection Process:

Preliminary Exam: UP Public Service Commission will hold a preliminary exam at various district centers listed in the advertisement.

Main Exam: A separate main exam will be conducted. Selection is based on total marks from the main exam and interview. Some posts may recruit based solely on written exam marks.

Exam Communication: Candidates receive exam details via e-Admission Certificate. District/center count may change based on application numbers.

Interview & Verification: Shortlisted candidates undergo interview and document verification.

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