The Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research (UPCAR), an agricultural research body under the Department of Agriculture Education and Research of the Uttar Pradesh Government based in Lucknow, is hiring for a group of administrative and technical positions. This recruitment covers nine posts, including Computer Programmer, Junior Assistant, Accountant, Stenographer, Private Secretary to the Director General and Accounts Clerk. The roles span office support, accounts, stenography and computer operation work within the council, offering full-time government positions in the state agricultural research setup.
UPCAR Recruitment 2026 - Stenographer, Accounts Clerk and Other Posts
- Notification19 Sept
- Applications Open18 Sept
- Applications Closed09 Oct
About UPCAR Various Posts Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Uttar Pradesh Council of Agricultural Research
- Advertisement No.
- UPCAR/REC/03/2026
- Post Name
- Computer Programmer, Junior Assistant and 6 more
- Job Location
- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- The notification does not specify any domicile restriction; the examination centre will be in Uttar Pradesh only.
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Age Limit
- 21–40 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Computer Programmer | 1 |
| Junior Assistant | 2 |
| Computer Operator | 1 |
| EPABX Operator | 1 |
| Accountant | 1 |
| Private Secretary to the Director General | 1 |
| Stenographer | 1 |
| Accounts Clerk | 1 |
| Grand Total | 9 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Computer Programmer1 post
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Science with training in Computer Programming and Operation.
- Experience
- Minimum three years' experience in Computer Programming and Operation, including at least one year's experience of working in a scientific institution.
- Reservation
- Unreserved (UR)
- Post Code
- 01/26
Junior Assistant2 posts
- Qualification
- Intermediate (12th) with Diploma in Computer Operation (DOEACC Society's CCC certificate or a certificate of equivalent level obtained from a government-recognized institution), and Hindi/English typing speed of at least 25/30 words per minute respectively.
- Reservation
- Unreserved (UR)
- Post Code
- 02/26
Computer Operator1 post
- Qualification
- Graduate with training in Computer Operation and Programming.
- Reservation
- Unreserved (UR)
- Post Code
- 03/26
EPABX Operator1 post
- Qualification
- Graduate with training in EPABX and Post & Telegraph Department training.
- Reservation
- Unreserved (UR)
- Post Code
- 04/26
Accountant1 post
- Qualification
- Graduate degree in Commerce with Accountancy.
- Experience
- Two years' experience of working in any Government / Semi-Government / Autonomous / Public Sector Undertaking.
- Reservation
- Unreserved (UR)
- Post Code
- 05/26
Private Secretary to the Director General1 post
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in any subject from a recognized University/College, and Hindi and English shorthand with typing speed of at least 25/30 words per minute.
- Reservation
- Unreserved (UR)
- Post Code
- 06/26
Stenographer1 post
- Qualification
- Intermediate (12th) with Hindi shorthand speed of 80 words per minute and typing speed of 25 words per minute. Knowledge of computers is required, along with a CCC certificate conducted by (DOEACC) Society or successful completion of a computer course conducted by the Board of Secondary Education.
- Reservation
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- Post Code
- 07/26
Accounts Clerk1 post
- Qualification
- Graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Commerce, along with knowledge of computer applications and accounting.
- Reservation
- Unreserved (UR)
- Post Code
- 08/26
Age Limit
21 to 40 years as on 17-09-2026
Age Relaxation
No upper age limit for officers or staff already working on a regular basis in the Institute. Other relaxations as per government rules.
Application Fee
Bank Details for Fee Payment
Fee is to be paid online through Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking or UPI. All applicable service charges and bank charges are borne by the candidates.
Selection Process
- 1Tier-I (OMR Based Written Test)
Objective multiple choice questions in English and Hindi; provisional selection, with negative marking of 1/4 for each wrong answer. The merit list is based on these scores.
- 2Tier-II (Trade/Skill/Computer Proficiency Test)
Held wherever applicable and qualifying in nature.
Exam Pattern
Salary Structure
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Computer Programmer | Rs. 9300-34800 + Grade Pay Rs. 4200 |
| Junior Assistant | Rs. 5200-20200 + Grade Pay Rs. 2000 |
| Computer Operator | Rs. 5200-20200 + Grade Pay Rs. 2400 |
| EPABX Operator | Rs. 5200-20200 + Grade Pay Rs. 2400 |
| Accountant | Rs. 9300-34800 + Grade Pay Rs. 4200 |
| Private Secretary to the Director General | Rs. 9300-34800 + Grade Pay Rs. 4200 |
| Stenographer | Rs. 5200-20200 + Grade Pay Rs. 2800 |
| Accounts Clerk | Rs. 5200-20200 + Grade Pay Rs. 2400 |
How to Apply
- 1Apply online through the UPCAR application portal on or before the last date.
- 2Fill the application form with correct personal, educational and contact details.
- 3Upload photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- 4Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- 5Review all details carefully and submit the form.
- 6Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- Only online applications will be accepted; applications received through any other mode stand rejected automatically.
- Candidates employed in Government, Public Sector Undertakings, State Government or autonomous organisations must apply through proper channel and submit an NOC with the application form.
- Candidates applying for more than one post must submit a separate application for each post; the centre and shift may differ and if two papers fall in the same shift the candidate can appear in only one.
- The examination centre will be in Uttar Pradesh only.
- Candidature remains provisional until the documents are verified by the Appointing Authority.
- Candidates awaiting the results of the final examination as on 17 September 2026 are not eligible.
Tie-Breaking Rules
- Older candidate is placed higher in the merit list
- Alphabetical order of names in the English language
Exam Centre
The examination centre will be in Uttar Pradesh only. Any request to allot an exam centre in another state will not be entertained.
EWS Reservation
EWS benefit is available on production of an Income and Asset Certificate issued by a competent authority, with family gross annual income below Rs. 8 lakh. Candidates not covered under SC/ST/OBC reservation and with family income below Rs. 8 lakh are identified as EWS. Unfilled EWS vacancies are not carried forward as backlog and are filled by unreserved category candidates.
Pay and Benefits
Recruited candidates get pay as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix plus Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, medical facilities and other allowances and advances as per Government of Uttar Pradesh rules. They are covered under EPF of the Government of Uttar Pradesh.
Date of Birth Limits
Candidates must be born on or after 17.09.2005 and on or before 17.09.1986 to be eligible.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91-9903231478 (technical support), +91-9341522075 (payment support)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates from outside Uttar Pradesh apply for these posts?
The notification does not specify any domicile restriction, so candidates from other states may apply. The written test centre, however, will be in Uttar Pradesh only.
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes, but a separate application must be submitted for each post. The centre and shift may differ, and if two papers fall in the same shift the candidate can appear in only one.
Is there negative marking in the written test?
Yes. One-fourth of the marks allotted to a question are deducted for each wrong answer in the Tier-I OMR based written test.
Can final-year students apply?
No. Candidates must have acquired the essential educational qualifications and experience by 17 September 2026, and those awaiting final examination results on that date are not eligible.
Do government employees need to submit an NOC?
Yes. Candidates already employed in Government, Public Sector Undertakings, State Government or autonomous organisations must apply through proper channel and submit an NOC along with the application form.
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