Agricultural Engineer – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: Degree in Agricultural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of experience in testing and evaluation of agricultural machinery or teaching/training in the operation of tractors and implements.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 33 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Agricultural Engineer position at the Farm Machinery Training and Testing Institute offers a specialized career path for technical professionals interested in the modernization of Indian agriculture. This role involves critical responsibilities such as the evaluation of earth-moving equipment and the verification of machinery for CMVR certification, ensuring high standards of safety and efficiency. Candidates with a background in mechanical or agricultural engineering can contribute significantly to national farming standards while enjoying the stability of a permanent Group B Gazetted post. Applying for this UPSC recruitment 2026 provides an opportunity to work within the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare across various regional institutes.
- Candidates must be within the maximum age limit of 33 years as specified for the OBC category.
- The selection process primarily involves a shortlisting phase followed by a structured interview carrying 100 marks.
- A two-year probation period is mandatory for the selected candidate before confirmation in the permanent service.
- The post is classified as General Central Service Group B Gazetted and is non-ministerial in nature.
- Applicants should ensure they have two years of experience in testing agricultural machinery or as a trainer in the field.
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Additional Salary Information
Level-07 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC plus applicable central government allowances.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on Essential and Desirable Qualifications Recruitment Test (RT) or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) if applicable Personal Interview Document Verification Medical Examination
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male: Rs. 25 SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Exempted
Reservation
Vertical reservation is provided for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories as per government norms.
Horizontal reservation is applicable for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) in identified posts.
Age relaxations apply: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD candidates.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process if not already registered.
- Log in using your credentials and select the specific post you wish to apply for.
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required documents (Matriculation certificate, Degree/Diploma, Experience certificates, etc.) in PDF format.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 (if applicable) using online banking or card payment.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the finally submitted form for future reference.
- Do not send any physical copies to the Commission unless specifically called for during the interview stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Agricultural Engineer post is placed in Pay Level 07 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Candidates need a Degree in Agricultural Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
The maximum age limit for this post is 33 years for OBC candidates.