The Subordinate Services Selection Commission has officially released the recruitment advertisement (Advt. No. 17-Exam/2026) for the Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari (Livestock Extension Officer) Main Examination 2026 under the Directorate of Animal Husbandry. A total of 1,254 vacancies are available for candidates holding the requisite qualifications and a valid Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025) scorecard.
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official examination portal once the registration window opens.
Below, we have detailed all essential information regarding this recruitment drive, including vacancy details, required qualifications, age limits, selection process, and step-by-step application instructions.
Recruitment Overview
- Organization: Subordinate Services Selection Commission (SSSC) / Directorate of Animal Husbandry
- Advertisement Number: 17-Exam/2026
- Exam Name: Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari (Livestock Extension Officer) Main Examination 2026
- Post Name: Livestock Extension Officer (Pashudhan Prasar Adhikari)
- Total Vacancies: 1,254 Posts
- Pay Scale: Pay Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300/- per month + applicable allowances)
- Application Mode: Online Only
Important Dates
- Notification Published Date: August 10, 2026
- Online Application Starts From: September 09, 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee: September 29, 2026
- Application Correction & Adjustment Window: Up to October 06, 2026
- Main Written Exam Date: To be announced on the official portal
Vacancy & Pay Structure
- Livestock Extension Officer (Group ‘C’): 1,251 Posts
- Pay Matrix: Level-5 (₹29,200 – ₹92,300/- per month) plus Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other standard government benefits.
Educational Qualification Requirements
Candidates must satisfy the following academic and mandatory scorecard criteria on or before September 29, 2026:
- Mandatory Prerequisite: Candidate must have appeared in the Preliminary Eligibility Test (PET-2025) and possess a valid scorecard with an absolute/normalized positive score.
- Academic Qualification:
- Intermediate (10+2) with Science (Biology or Agriculture) from a recognized Board/Council OR
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Science, Dairy Technology, or Agriculture from a recognized University or Institute as prescribed under departmental service rules.
Age Limit Criteria
Applicants must satisfy the age requirement calculated as of July 01, 2026:
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 40 Years (Unreserved / General)
- Note: Category-based upper age relaxations apply as per government rules (5 years for SC, ST, and OBC candidates; additional relaxations for PwD and Ex-Servicemen).
Selection Process
The selection procedure for shortlisting candidates involves the following phases:
- Shortlisting via PET-2025: Candidates will be shortlisted for the Main Examination based on their normalized score in PET-2025.
- Main Written Examination: Objective multiple-choice test (100 questions, 2-hour duration) testing General Knowledge, Reasoning, Language proficiency, and domain-specific Animal Husbandry/Livestock topics.
- Document Verification: Verification of original educational mark sheets, degree/diploma certificates, PET scorecard, and category proofs.
- Medical Fitness Test: Standard fitness check-up as per service rules.
How to Apply for Livestock Extension Officer Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their online registration by completing these steps once the portal opens:
- Visit the official website to access the online recruitment portal.
- Applicant Authentication: Log in using either your PET-2025 Registration Number with OTP or through Personal Details Authentication (Date of Birth, Gender, Category, etc.).
- Review Pre-Filled Details: Verify your personal and educational information imported from your PET profile and fill in post-specific qualification details.
- Upload Documents & Photo: Confirm photograph and signature details as per PET records or update if permitted.
- Pay Application Processing Fee: Pay the processing fee of ₹25/- online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI.
- Final Submission: Review all entered details carefully, submit the application form before September 29, 2026, and print the final confirmation summary page for future reference.
Important Links:
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Apply Online: Click here
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