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

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).

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

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.

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.

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.

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.