UKSSSC Assistant Agriculture Officer & Fodder Assistant Recruitment: Vacancy, Eligibility and Latest Updates
Last Updated: Oct 23, 2026 | Source: Official UKSSSC Notification (Advt. 77/UKSSSC/2026) | sssc.uk.gov.in
UKSSSC invited applications for 90 Group ‘C’ posts in the Uttarakhand Agriculture and Animal Husbandry departments. The three posts are Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-1, Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-3 and Fodder Assistant Group-3. Each post needs an agriculture degree and the written paper is based on that qualification, so this recruitment is covered with UKSSSC’s technical posts. The written exam was held on 11 October 2026. This page gives the vacancies, eligibility, age limit, reservation, fee and latest updates in one place.
UKSSSC AAO Recruitment at a Glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) |
| Advertisement | 77/UKSSSC/2026, dated 25 May 2026 |
| Posts | Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-1, Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-3, Fodder Assistant Group-3 |
| Total vacancies | 90 |
| Departments | Agriculture and Animal Husbandry, Uttarakhand |
| Type | Group ‘C’ direct recruitment, technical (degree-based) posts |
| Selection | Written objective test, then document verification |
| Online application | 1 June to 21 June 2026 (closed) |
| Written exam | 11 October 2026 (Sunday), 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, single shift |
Latest Updates
- 23 Oct 2026: UKSSSC released the provisional answer key for all four paper sets (A, B, C and D). Objections are open online from 23 to 27 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
- 11 Oct 2026: Written exam held in a single shift from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
- 5 Oct 2026: UKSSSC released the admit cards for Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-1, Class-3 and Fodder Assistant on its website.
- Syllabus: UKSSSC has published a syllabus notice naming all three posts in the Syllabus section of its website. The date is not displayed on the listing.
- Result: not published as of 23 Oct 2026.
- 25 May 2026: Advertisement 77/UKSSSC/2026 published
Check every notice on the Recruitment & Notification section of the official UKSSSC website, because admit cards and notices are not sent by post.
Syllabus
UKSSSC has issued a single syllabus notice for all three posts. Read the Uksssc Assistant Agriculture Officer & Fodder Assistant syllabus for all three posts to see what the paper covers.
Post-wise Vacancy
| Post | Department | Pay Level | Salary | Vacancies | Post Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-1 (Development Branch, gazetted) | Agriculture | Level 7 | ₹44,900-1,42,400 | 7 | 434/489/77/2026 |
| Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-3 | Agriculture | Level 4 | ₹25,500-81,100 | 82 | 434/490/77/2026 |
| Fodder Assistant Group-3 | Animal Husbandry | Level 4 | ₹25,500-81,100 | 1 | 646/121/77/2026 |
| Total | 90 |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Post | Unreserved | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-1 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 |
| Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-3 | 48 | 14 | 2 | 10 | 8 | 82 |
| Fodder Assistant Group-3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 54 | 14 | 2 | 11 | 9 | 90 |
Horizontal Reservation (inside the figures above)
| Group | Class-3 | Class-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Uttarakhand women | 24 | 2 |
| Freedom fighter dependents | 1 | 0 |
| Ex-servicemen | 4 | 0 |
| Orphans | 3 | 0 |
| Skilled sportspersons | 2 | 0 |
| State agitators (andolankari) | 7 | 0 |
| Divyang | 3 | 0 |
The department can revise vacancy numbers, so confirm them against the advertisement.
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
| Post | Essential qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-1 | Postgraduate degree in Agriculture from a university or institution established by law in India |
| Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-3 | Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from a university or institution established by law in India |
| Fodder Assistant Group-3 | B.Sc. (Agriculture) |
Preference (adhimaan): other things being equal, candidates with at least 2 years of Territorial Army service or an NCC “B” or “C” certificate are preferred. For Fodder Assistant the NCC certificate named is “B”. The Fodder Assistant section also states that candidates should have a good knowledge of written Hindi in Devanagari script.
Age Limit
Minimum 21 years and maximum 42 years as on 1 July 2026.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Uttarakhand SC / ST / OBC | 5 years |
| Uttarakhand Divyang | 10 years |
| Dependents of Uttarakhand freedom fighters | 5 years |
| Uttarakhand ex-servicemen | Military service period is deducted from actual age; the result may be up to 3 years above the maximum limit |
Who Can Apply (Residence Condition)
A candidate must meet at least one of these:
- Registered at an employment office in Uttarakhand by the last date of application.
- Holds an Uttarakhand permanent resident or domicile certificate.
- Passed High School and Intermediate (or equivalent) from recognised institutions in Uttarakhand.
Ex-servicemen registered with a District Sainik Welfare and Rehabilitation Office do not need to register again at an employment office. Rules for serving government employees and their family members are given in para 8 of the advertisement.
Other Conditions
- Indian citizens are eligible. Tibetan refugees and persons of Indian origin from the listed countries can apply with an eligibility certificate from the state government.
- A male candidate with more than one living wife, or a female candidate married to a man who already has a living wife, is not eligible.
- Candidates must be of good character and in good physical and mental health.
Reservation
| Type | Reservation |
|---|---|
| SC (Uttarakhand) | 19% |
| ST (Uttarakhand) | 4% |
| OBC (Uttarakhand) | 14% |
| EWS | 10% |
| Women | 30% |
| Ex-servicemen | 5% |
| Dependents of freedom fighters | 2% |
| Divyang | 4% |
| Orphans | 5% |
| Skilled sportspersons | 4% |
| State agitators (andolankari) | 10% |
- Reservation applies only to Uttarakhand domicile holders.
- EWS candidates needed a certificate issued between 1 April 2026 and 21 June 2026, based on 2025-26 income.
- An OBC certificate is valid for 3 years from its issue date and had to be held by the last date of application.
- Candidates claiming more than one sub-category get only the one that is more beneficial.
Selection Process
- Written test: one objective-type paper. Merit is prepared only from written marks.
- Tie-break: older candidate first; if age is also equal, English alphabetical order. Preference qualifications apply where other things are equal.
- Document verification: compulsory after the written exam. Candidates who are absent or whose documents do not match the rules are rejected.
- Final selection list: published on the UKSSSC website.
Application Fee (Closed)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / Uttarakhand OBC | ₹300 |
| Uttarakhand SC / ST / EWS | ₹150 |
| Uttarakhand Divyang | ₹150 |
| Orphan | ₹0 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement | 25 May 2026 |
| Online application starts | 1 June 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 21 June 2026 |
| Application correction | 24 to 26 June 2026 |
| Tentative exam date in the advertisement | 26 July 2026 |
| Admit card released | 5 October 2026 |
| Written exam | 11 October 2026 (Sunday), 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM |
| Provisional answer key released | 23 October 2026 |
| Answer key objection window | 23 to 27 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
Admit Card
UKSSSC released the admit cards from 5 October 2026 for the exam held on 11 October 2026 in a single shift from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. They were available only on the commission’s website through the link given there, and were not sent by post or email. The downloaded admit card had to show a barcode, and candidates had to reach the exam centre on the date and time printed on it with a photo ID. Cameras, calculators, mobile phones, scanner pens and any electronic devices are not allowed inside the exam centre. Uksssc AAO & Fodder Assistant admit card details.
Answer Key
UKSSSC released the provisional answer key on 23 October 2026 for the exam held on 11 October 2026, covering paper sets A, B, C and D. Candidates who appeared can check the key and raise objections through the commission’s online link. UKSSSC AAO & Fodder Assistant answer key 2026 and objection details.
More UKSSSC Technical Recruitments
This recruitment sits alongside other qualification-based posts that UKSSSC is filling. See to compare vacancies, current stages and last dates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many vacancies are there in the UKSSSC Assistant Agriculture Officer recruitment?
Ans. There are 90 vacancies: 7 for Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-1, 82 for Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-3 and 1 for Fodder Assistant Group-3.
Q2. What qualification is required?
Ans. Class-1 needs a postgraduate degree in Agriculture, Class-3 needs a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, and Fodder Assistant needs a B.Sc. (Agriculture).
Q3. What is the age limit?
Ans. 21 to 42 years as on 1 July 2026, with relaxations for eligible Uttarakhand reserved categories, Divyang candidates, freedom fighter dependents and ex-servicemen.
Q4. Do I need to be an Uttarakhand resident?
Ans. A candidate must meet one of the residence conditions: employment office registration in Uttarakhand, a domicile certificate, or High School and Intermediate from recognised Uttarakhand institutions. Reservation benefits apply only to Uttarakhand domicile holders.
Q5. Is there an interview?
Ans. The advertisement mentions no interview. Merit is based on written exam marks, followed by compulsory document verification.
Q6. When was the written exam held?
Ans. The written exam was held on 11 October 2026 (Sunday) in a single shift from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, as per the admit card notice dated 5 October 2026.
Q7. Is the syllabus the same for all three posts?
Ans. UKSSSC has issued one syllabus notice that names all three posts. Open the syllabus page to see how it is arranged.
Q8. Where can I get the admit card and answer key?
Ans. Only from the official UKSSSC website. Admit cards are not posted, and answer key objections are raised online at ₹50 per question.