Download UPSSSC AGTA Syllabus 2026 PDF with detailed exam pattern, marking scheme & subject-wise topics. Check latest Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Technical Assistant (Pravidhik Sahayak) Group C syllabus, important topics, and preparation strategy.

Overview :

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has officially released the detailed syllabus for the Agriculture Technical Assistant (AGTA) / Pravidhik Sahayak Group-C Exam 2026. Candidates preparing for the UPSSSC AGTA recruitment can download the official syllabus PDF, exam pattern, and marking scheme from this page.

Exam Name	UPSSSC AGTA (Agriculture Technical Assistant) Exam 2026
Conducting Body	Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC)
Post Name	Agriculture Technical Assistant (AGTA / Pravidhik Sahayak) Group-C
Total Vacancies	2759 Posts
Exam Mode	Offline (OMR-based)
Exam Type	Objective (MCQ)
Total Questions	100
Total Marks	100
Exam Duration	2 Hours
Negative Marking	Yes (1/4 mark deducted for each wrong answer)
Selection Process	Written Exam + Document Verification
Official Website	www.upsssc.gov.in

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Exam Pattern :

Key Highlights of Exam Pattern:

Part	Subject/Section	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Part 1	Crop Science + Related Agriculture Subjects	65	65	2 Hours
Part 2	Computer & Information Technology Concepts	15	15	–
Part 3	General Information related to Uttar Pradesh	20	20	–
Total	–	100	100	2 Hours

Important Points:

• Each correct answer carries 1 mark.
• Negative marking: 1/4 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
• No marks for unattempted questions.
• The question paper will be available in Hindi and English.

Selection Process :

• Written Exam + Document Verification

Subject Wise Syllabus :

1. Part 1: Agriculture Subjects (Crop Science & Related)

• Crop Science: Classification of crops, major cereals, pulses, oilseeds, etc.; production techniques; post-harvest management; preservation & processing; crop rotation, cropping patterns, organic farming; seed technology & treatment; crop protection, IPM; pests & diseases management.
• Biotechnology, Plant Breeding and Crop Physiology: Importance of biotechnology in agriculture; genetics & plant breeding principles; photosynthesis, respiration, plant anatomy & metabolism.
• Soil and Water Management: Soil properties, formation, erosion & conservation; nutrients & fertilizers; integrated nutrient management; soil microbiology; irrigation, drainage & watershed management; environmental protection.
• Agriculture Extension: Principles of extension & rural development; methodologies & aids; training programs; government schemes for farmers.
• Agriculture Economics and Schemes: Role of agriculture in economy; marketing, MSP; agricultural statistics; schemes of Govt. of India & UP.
• Animal Husbandry and Dairy Science: Breeds & feed management; animal breeding; milk production; poultry, fish farming, apiculture, sericulture; common diseases & treatment.

2. Part 2: Knowledge of Computer and Information Technology

• History, introduction & applications of computers, IT, Internet.
• Hardware & software, input/output devices, IP address, e-mail, social networking.
• MS Word, MS Excel, operating systems, e-governance, digital financial tools.
• Cyber security, future skills, AI, Big Data, Machine Learning, IoT & India’s achievements in these fields.

3. Part 3: General Information related to Uttar Pradesh

• History, culture, art, architecture, festivals, folk dance, literature, heritage, social customs & tourism of UP.
• Geography, wildlife, mines & minerals, economy, agriculture, industry, polity & administration.
• Current events and achievements of Uttar Pradesh.

Important Topics for Exam :

• Crop production techniques and major crops of UP.
• Soil & water conservation methods.
• Government schemes related to agriculture & rural development.
• Computer fundamentals and emerging technologies.
• Uttar Pradesh-specific GK and current affairs.

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