UKSSSC AAO Recruitment 2026: The Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) has officially released Advertisement, inviting applications for a total of 90 vacancies under the Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Departments of Uttarakhand. The recruitment covers three posts — Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) Class-1 Development Branch (Gazetted), Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-3, and Chara Sahayak Group-3. Eligible candidates can apply online from 01 June 2026, with the last date being 21 June 2026.
UKSSSC AAO Recruitment 2026 – Overview
The Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission is the state-level body responsible for conducting Group ‘C’ direct recruitment examinations in Uttarakhand. Through this notification, the commission is filling critical field-level positions in the Agriculture and Animal Husbandry departments. These are permanent government posts with structured pay scales and state government service benefits, making this one of the most sought-after opportunities for agriculture graduates in the state.
UKSSSC AAO Recruitment 2026 – Key Details at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC) |
| Advertisement Number | 77/U30A0Se0Ch0A0/2026 |
| Notification Date | 25 May 2026 |
| Posts Advertised | Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-1 (Gazetted), Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-3, Chara Sahayak Group-3 |
| Total Vacancies | 90 |
| Departments | Agriculture Department & Animal Husbandry Department, Uttarakhand |
| Recruitment Type | Group ‘C’ Direct Recruitment |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 01 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 June 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 24 June to 26 June 2026 |
| Written Exam Last Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Official Website | sssc.uk.gov.in |
Important: Candidates must apply exclusively through the official UKSSSC portal at sssc.uk.gov.in. Applications through any other channel will not be accepted.
UKSSSC AAO Vacancy 2026 – Post-Wise Details
A total of 90 posts are being filled across three positions under two state departments. The post-wise breakdown is as follows:
| Post Name | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) Class-1, Development Branch (Gazetted / Non-Gazetted) | Agriculture Department, Uttarakhand | 07 |
| Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) Class-3 | Agriculture Department, Uttarakhand | 82 |
| Chara Sahayak Group-3 | Animal Husbandry Department, Uttarakhand | 01 |
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UKSSSC AAO Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-1 (Gazetted) | Post-graduate degree in Agriculture from a university or institution recognised under law in India |
| Assistant Agriculture Officer Class-3 | Graduate degree in Agriculture from a university or institution recognised under law in India |
| Chara Sahayak Group-3 | B.Sc. (Agriculture) from a recognised university |
Age Limit
The age calculation reference date is 01 July 2026. Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years of age as on that date, meaning candidates born before 02 July 1984 or after 01 July 2005 are not eligible. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories as per Uttarakhand Government rules:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC (Uttarakhand) | 5 years additional relaxation |
| Divyang (Persons with Disability) – Uttarakhand | 10 years additional relaxation (Group ‘C’ posts) |
| Uttarakhand Freedom Fighter Dependents | 5 years additional relaxation |
| Ex-Servicemen (Uttarakhand) | Actual military service period minus 3 years, subject to maximum age limit |
Domicile Requirement
To be eligible for Group ‘C’ direct recruitment posts outside the jurisdiction of the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission, candidates must meet at least one of the following conditions:
- Registered at an employment exchange located in Uttarakhand state as on the last date of application
- Permanent / domicile resident of Uttarakhand
- Has completed schooling up to High School or Intermediate level from an institution recognised within Uttarakhand
UKSSSC AAO 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) / Uttarakhand OBC | Rs. 300/- |
| Uttarakhand SC / Uttarakhand ST / EWS | Rs. 150/- |
| Divyang (PwD) Candidates | Rs. 150/- |
| Orphan Candidates | Nil (No Fee) |
Payment must be made exclusively through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. No other payment mode is accepted. The application will be automatically cancelled if the correct fee is not received by the last date.
How to Apply for UKSSSC AAO Recruitment 2026
All applications must be submitted online only. Follow the steps below to complete your application successfully:
- Step 1 – Registration: Visit sssc.uk.gov.in and complete the one-time registration using your Aadhaar number, personal details, and a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Step 2 – Fill Educational Details: Enter your academic qualifications, reservation category, and other required information accurately.
- Step 3 – Upload Documents: Upload a recent passport-size colour photograph (150w × 200H px), your signature (150w × 100H px), and left thumb impression (150w × 100H px) in JPG/JPEG format.
- Step 4 – Pay the Fee: Complete the application fee payment online using your applicable category fee.
- Step 5 – Submit & Print: Review all details carefully, click Submit, and download a printout of the completed application for future reference.
Important: The application is considered complete only when the Status column shows “Completed” in your online application. Do not apply for the same post more than once — all duplicate applications will be cancelled. For technical support, contact: chayanayog@gmail.com
Selection Process – UKSSSC AAO Recruitment 2026
Candidates will be shortlisted through a competitive written examination followed by document verification. The written test will be objective-type (multiple choice) with 100 questions worth 100 marks, conducted over 2 hours in either offline (OMR-based) or online mode. Questions will be based on the academic syllabus corresponding to the educational qualification required for each post.
- General / OBC candidates must score a minimum of 45% to qualify.
- SC / ST candidates must secure at least 35% to be considered eligible.
- There is a negative marking of one-fourth (¼) of the marks assigned to each question for every wrong answer.
- Marking more than one answer to a question will be treated as a wrong response and negative marks will apply.
- Unanswered questions carry no penalty.
- Use of whitener or scratching/cutting on the OMR sheet is strictly prohibited and will attract negative marks.
Check Official Notification PDF
Important Dates – UKSSSC AAO Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Released | 25 May 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 01 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 June 2026 |
| Application Correction Window | 24 June 2026 to 26 June 2026 |
| Written Exam (Tentative Last Date) | 26 July 2026 |
| Admit Card / Hall Ticket | To be announced on sssc.uk.gov.in |
UKSSSC AAO Recruitment 2026 – Reservation Details
Reservations are applied as per the latest Uttarakhand Government orders. The key horizontal and vertical reservation percentages are as follows:
- SC (Uttarakhand): 19% of total sanctioned posts
- ST (Uttarakhand): 4% of total sanctioned posts
- OBC (Uttarakhand): 14% of total sanctioned posts
- EWS (Economically Weaker Sections): 10% of total sanctioned posts
- Women (Uttarakhand): 30% horizontal reservation
- Ex-Servicemen (Uttarakhand): 5% horizontal reservation
- Freedom Fighter Dependents (Uttarakhand): 2% horizontal reservation
- Divyang (PwD): 4% horizontal reservation
- Skilled Sports Persons: 4% horizontal reservation
- Uttarakhand State Movement Activists / Dependents: 10% horizontal reservation
Frequently Asked Questions – UKSSSC AAO Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in UKSSSC AAO Recruitment 2026?
A total of 90 vacancies have been announced — 7 posts for AAO Class-1 (Gazetted), 82 posts for AAO Class-3, and 1 post for Chara Sahayak Group-3.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for UKSSSC AAO 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 21 June 2026. Candidates also get a correction window from 24 to 26 June 2026 to rectify any errors in the submitted form.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for AAO Class-3?
Candidates must hold a Graduate degree in Agriculture from a university or institution that is legally recognised in India.
Q4. What is the salary for AAO Class-1 in UKSSSC Recruitment 2026?
The pay scale for AAO Class-1, Development Branch (Gazetted) is Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400 per month at Pay Level-07.
Q5. Is there negative marking in the UKSSSC AAO written exam?
Yes, one-fourth (¼) of the marks assigned to a question will be deducted for every incorrect answer. Unattempted questions do not attract any penalty.
Q6. Can candidates outside Uttarakhand apply for UKSSSC AAO 2026?
These are Group ‘C’ posts reserved for Uttarakhand domicile candidates. Applicants must either be registered at an Uttarakhand employment exchange, hold Uttarakhand permanent residence, or have completed their schooling from a recognised institution within Uttarakhand.
Stay Updated: Regularly check the official UKSSSC website at sssc.uk.gov.in for exam schedule, admit card release, answer key, and final result updates for UKSSSC AAO Recruitment 2026. All official communications are published on the website and sent to registered email/mobile only.
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