The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has started the registration process for Agriculture Technical Assistant (AGTA) Group C recruitment 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 2,759 vacancies in the Agriculture Department of Uttar Pradesh.Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website, upsssc.gov.in. The online application process begins on May 22, 2026, and will continue till June 11, 2026.Candidates who have qualified the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET) 2025 are eligible to apply for the recruitment.UPSSSC AGTA Group C recruitment 2026: Vacancy detailsA total of 2,759 vacancies have been announced under different categories:General: 1,692 postsOther Backward Classes (OBC): 573 postsScheduled Caste (SC): 213 postsScheduled Tribe (ST): 6 postsEconomically Weaker Section (EWS): 275 postsUPSSSC AGTA Group C recruitment 2026: Eligibility criteriaCandidates applying for the recruitment must:Have a valid PET 2025 scorecardHold a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related subjects from a recognised universityRelated fields include:Agricultural ScienceHorticultureForestryAgricultural EngineeringHome ScienceCandidates with zero or negative normalised PET scores will not be considered for the next stage of selection.Age limit and salaryThe minimum age required is 21 years, while the maximum age limit is 40 years as of July 1, 2026. Age relaxation will be provided as per government rules.Selected candidates will receive salary under Pay Level-4, ranging from Rs 25,500 to Rs 81,100.UPSSSC AGTA Group C recruitment 2026: Selection processThe selection process includes:Shortlisting based on PET 2025 scoresMain written examinationDocument verificationThe written examination will contain 100 objective-type questions. Each question will carry one mark, and the exam duration will be two hours.There will also be negative marking, with one-fourth mark deducted for every wrong answer.Subject-wise distribution of questionsThe written examination will include questions from:Crop Science – 25 questionsBiotechnology, Plant Breeding and Crop Physiology – 10 questionsSoil and Water Conservation – 15 questionsAgriculture Extension – 5 questionsAgriculture Economics and Schemes – 5 questionsAnimal Husbandry – 5 questionsComputer and Information Technology Knowledge – 15 questionsGeneral Knowledge related to Uttar Pradesh – 20 questionsHow to apply for UPSSSC AGTA Group C recruitment 2026Candidates can follow these steps to apply online:Visit the official website, UPSSSC official portalOpen the AGTA Group C Recruitment 2026 application linkRegister using the required detailsFill in the application form carefullyUpload the necessary documentsSubmit the form and save a copy for future referenceDirect link here.The recruitment offers a major opportunity for PET-qualified candidates seeking government jobs in the Agriculture Department of Uttar Pradesh.Ready to navigate global policies? Secure your overseas future. Get expert guidance now!