The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released the UPSSSC Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026 notification under Advertisement No. 21-Exam/2026 for 132 Senior Instructor (Jyeshtha Anudeshak) vacancies at the State Institute of Rural Development, Lucknow. The online application process is open from 14 September to 5 October 2026, while the correction and fee reconciliation window will remain available until 12 October 2026. Candidates can check the vacancy details, eligibility criteria, application process, exam pattern and syllabus below.
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Notice 2026
UPSSSC has issued a corrigendum on 15 September 2026 for Advertisement No. 21-Exam/2026 for 132 Jyeshtha Anudeshak posts. The correction is related to the educational qualification for Jyeshtha Anudeshak (Sahkarita).
UPSSSC Jyeshtha Anudeshak Qualification Correction
The qualification earlier mentioned as “एम0एम0 (अर्थशास्त्र)” has been corrected to “एम0ए0 (अर्थशास्त्र)”. The required qualification is now MA (Economics)/M.Sc. (Agricultural Economics)/M.Com with 50% marks. All other details of the recruitment remain unchanged.
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Notification 2026 PDF
The UPSSSC Senior Instructor Notification 2026 contains details about vacancies, post-wise educational qualifications, age limit, application dates, selection process, examination scheme and other recruitment conditions. Candidates should read the official notification carefully before applying.
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026 Overview
Candidates can check the key details of the Senior Instructor recruitment, including the application schedule and selection process, in the table below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission |
| Advertisement No. | 21-Exam/2026 |
| Post | Senior Instructor |
| Total Vacancies | 132 |
| Department | State Institute of Rural Development, Lucknow |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Notification Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 14 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Reconciliation/Correction | 12 October 2026 |
| Selection Process | Main Examination and Document Verification |
| Official Website | upsssc.gov.in |
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Vacancy 2026
The commission has announced 132 Senior Instructor vacancies across 13 specialisations. The category-wise distribution of posts is given below.
| Senior Instructor Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Instructor (Agricultural Engineering) | 12 | 06 | 00 | 09 | 03 | 30 |
| Senior Instructor (Plant Protection) | 07 | 04 | 00 | 04 | 01 | 16 |
| Senior Instructor (Horticulture Science) | 07 | 04 | 00 | 04 | 01 | 16 |
| Senior Instructor (Animal Husbandry) | 10 | 00 | 00 | 03 | 01 | 14 |
| Senior Instructor (Crop Science) | 05 | 03 | 00 | 03 | 01 | 12 |
| Senior Instructor (Women Welfare) | 06 | 01 | 00 | 02 | 00 | 09 |
| Senior Instructor (Cooperation) | 04 | 02 | 00 | 02 | 00 | 08 |
| Senior Instructor (Panchayat) | 04 | 02 | 00 | 02 | 00 | 08 |
| Senior Instructor (Soil Science) | 04 | 02 | 00 | 02 | 00 | 08 |
| Senior Instructor (Agriculture) | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 01 |
| Senior Instructor (Agricultural Extension) | 03 | 01 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 05 |
| Senior Instructor (Public Health) | 03 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 03 |
| Senior Instructor (Production) | 01 | 00 | 00 | 01 | 00 | 02 |
| – | 67 | 25 | 00 | 33 | 07 | 132 |
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Apply Online 2026
The online application process for UPSSSC Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026 began on 14 September 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their forms until 5 October 2026. The correction and fee reconciliation facility will remain open until 12 October 2026.
Candidates should complete the application through the official portal and verify all details before final submission.
अगर आप UPSSSC ज्येष्ठ अनुदेशक Senior Instructor की तैयारी शुरू करना चाहते हैं, तो ये Form भर दीजिए – UPSSSC Senior Instructor Guidance Form
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UPSSSC Senior Instructor Application Fee 2026
Candidates are required to pay an online processing fee of ₹25 while submitting the application form. The main examination fee, wherever applicable, will be payable separately by shortlisted candidates.
| Candidate Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Amount Payable |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / UR | Nil | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| OBC | Nil | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| SC | Nil | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| ST | Nil | ₹25 | ₹25 |
| Women / PwD / Ex-Servicemen / DFF | Nil | ₹25 | ₹25 |
Note: Shortlisted candidates will pay the main examination fee separately before downloading their admit card.
How to Apply Online for UPSSSC Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can follow these steps to apply for the UPSSSC Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official UPSSSC website and open Live Advertisements.
- Click on the Advertisement/Apply Online section.
- Find the UPSSSC Senior Instructor Recruitment 2026 link.
- Complete the registration process using the required details.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and other details.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Review the complete application form carefully.
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
- Keep a printout or saved copy of the application form for future reference.
Documents Required for UPSSSC Senior Instructor Online Form
Candidates should keep the following documents/details ready while filling out the application form:
- UPSSSC PET 2025 Roll Number & Registration Certificate
- Class 10th (High School) Marksheet / Certificate for Date of Birth verification
- Graduation / Post Graduation Degree & Marksheets corresponding to the chosen discipline
- Valid Category Certificate (OBC / SC / ST / EWS) issued by the competent authority in Uttar Pradesh
- Domicile Certificate of Uttar Pradesh (if claiming reservation)
- Scanned Copy of Photograph & Signature (auto-synced or fresh upload as required)
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must meet the prescribed educational qualification, age limit and PET-2025 requirements to apply for the recruitment. The eligibility criteria vary according to the specialisation.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the post-specific educational qualification prescribed by UPSSSC, along with the required minimum marks wherever specified in the notification.
| Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Senior Instructor (Agricultural Engineering) | Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Plant Protection) | B.Sc. in Agriculture with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Horticulture Science) | B.Sc. in Horticulture Science with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Animal Husbandry) | B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Animal Husbandry with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Crop Science) | B.Sc. in Agriculture with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Women Welfare) | B.Sc. in Home Science, Home Economics, Nutrition, or Food with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Cooperation) | M.A. in Economics / M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics / M.A. in Sociology with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Panchayat) | M.A. in Economics / M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics / M.A. in Sociology with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Soil Science) | B.Sc. in Agriculture with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Agriculture) | Postgraduate degree in Agriculture with at least 55% marks from a recognised university established by law in India. |
| Senior Instructor (Agricultural Extension) | B.Sc. in Agriculture with at least 50% marks. |
| Senior Instructor (Public Health) | Graduation along with a Sanitary Inspector Examination Certificate recognised by the State Government. |
| Senior Instructor (Production) | Degree in Agricultural/Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering, or a relevant engineering diploma, along with the prescribed experience requirement. |
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years of age as on 1 July 2026. Age relaxation will be provided to eligible categories as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
| Age Criteria | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| SC/ST/OBC Candidates of Uttar Pradesh | 5 Years Relaxation |
| Skilled Sports Persons | 5 Years Relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government Rules |
| PwD Candidates | Up to 15 Years Relaxation |
| State Government Employees | Up to 5 Years Relaxation |
PET-2025 Requirement
- Candidates must have appeared in the UPSSSC Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 and possess a valid PET-2025 Score Card. Candidates will be shortlisted for the Main Examination based on their normalized PET-2025 score.
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Selection Process 2026
The selection process includes PET-2025-based shortlisting, the Main Examination and Document Verification.
- Shortlisting through PET 2025: Candidates will first be shortlisted for the Main Written Examination based on their UP PET 2025 normalized score.
- Main Written Examination: Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for a 100-mark written examination consisting of multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
- Document Verification (DV): Candidates who qualify the written examination as per the prescribed cutoff will be called for verification of their original documents.
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Exam Pattern 2026
The UPSSSC Senior Instructor Main Examination consists of 100 objective-type questions carrying 100 marks. The exam duration is 2 hours, with a negative marking of one-fourth mark for each incorrect answer.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Subject-Specific Knowledge Related to Rural Development | 50 | 50 |
| Part 1 | Analytical Ability and Data Interpretation | 15 | 15 |
| Part 2 | Computer and Information Technology | 15 | 15 |
| Part 3 | General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh | 20 | 20 |
| Total | – | 100 | 100 |
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Exam Syllabus 2026
The UPSSSC Senior Instructor Syllabus 2026 covers rural development-related subject knowledge, analytical ability, data interpretation, computer and information technology, and general information related to Uttar Pradesh.
| Part | Subject | Syllabus / Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Part 1 | Subject-Specific Knowledge Related to Rural Development | Rural development, agriculture and allied activities, rural economy, rural development programmes and schemes, Panchayati Raj, rural administration, women and child welfare, rural health and sanitation, cooperation, agriculture-related topics and other subject-specific areas relevant to the post |
| Part 1 | Analytical Ability and Data Interpretation | Logical reasoning, analytical ability, interpretation of tables, charts and graphs, numerical data analysis, comparison of data and basic problem-solving |
| Part 2 | Computer and Information Technology | Basics of computers, computer hardware and software, operating systems, internet and networking, information technology, digital applications, contemporary technologies and basic cyber security |
| Part 3 | General Information Related to Uttar Pradesh | History, geography, culture, traditions, economy, administration, agriculture, important schemes and programmes, major institutions, current affairs and general knowledge related to Uttar Pradesh |
UPSSSC Senior Instructor Salary 2026
The UPSSSC Senior Instructor post carries a pay scale of ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 under Pay Level 6. Selected candidates will also receive applicable allowances and benefits as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 6 |
| Basic Pay | ₹35,400 per month |
| Pay Scale | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Pre-Revised Grade Pay | ₹4,200 |
| Allowances | As per Uttar Pradesh Government rules |
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