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Key Facts: UKSSSC AAO Exam

100 Qs

Total questions in the written exam

UKSSSC Official Pattern

0.25

Marks deducted for each incorrect answer

Syllabus rules

₹300

Application fee for General category

Official Notification

The UKSSSC AAO exam is a 2-hour objective paper with 100 questions. Negative marking of 0.25 applies for wrong answers. Minimum passing is 45% for General/OBC.

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1Which of the following is considered the father of agronomy?
A.Jethro Tull
B.Norman Borlaug
C.M.S. Swaminathan
D.Pietro de' Crescenzi
Explanation: Pietro de' Crescenzi (1233–1321) wrote early systematic texts on field crops and is regarded as the father of agronomy in Indian agricultural curricula.
2The scientific name of wheat is:
A.Oryza sativa
B.Zea mays
C.Triticum aestivum
D.Hordeum vulgare
Explanation: Triticum aestivum is the scientific name for common wheat.
3What is the optimum temperature for the vegetative growth of rice?
A.15-20°C
B.20-25°C
C.25-30°C
D.30-35°C
Explanation: Indian cardinal-temperature tables place rice's optimum around 30–32°C, which falls within the 30–35°C range for vegetative growth.
4Which of the following is a C4 plant?
A.Wheat
B.Rice
C.Maize
D.Barley
Explanation: Maize is a C4 plant, meaning it is highly efficient in carbon fixation.
5Which crop is known as the 'King of Cereals'?
A.Rice
B.Wheat
C.Maize
D.Sorghum
Explanation: Wheat is known as the King of Cereals globally.
6The seed rate for transplanting rice is generally:
A.10-15 kg/ha
B.20-30 kg/ha
C.30-40 kg/ha
D.50-60 kg/ha
Explanation: A seed rate of 30-40 kg/ha is generally recommended for transplanting rice.
7Khaira disease in rice is caused by the deficiency of:
A.Iron
B.Zinc
C.Nitrogen
D.Manganese
Explanation: Khaira disease is a classic symptom of zinc deficiency in rice.
8What is the origin place of soybean?
A.India
B.China
C.Brazil
D.USA
Explanation: Soybean originated in China.
9The critical stage of irrigation in wheat is:
A.Tillering
B.CRI (Crown Root Initiation)
C.Booting
D.Dough stage
Explanation: CRI (at 21 days after sowing) is the most critical stage for irrigation in wheat.
10Which of the following is a long day plant?
A.Rice
B.Soybean
C.Wheat
D.Maize
Explanation: Wheat requires long days for flowering, classifying it as a long day plant.

About the UKSSSC AAO Exam

The UKSSSC Assistant Agriculture Officer exam is conducted for agricultural recruitment in Uttarakhand. The examination comprises a single 100-mark paper focused on agricultural sciences, including crop production, soil chemistry, plant genetics, and dairy science.

Exam sponsor: Uttarakhand Subordinate Service Selection Commission (UKSSSC). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.

Questions

100 questions

Time Limit

2 hours

Passing Score

45%

Exam / Certification Fees

₹300

Exam sponsor website

Reported exam pass rate: Competitive. Minimum passing score is 45% for General/OBC and 35% for SC/ST. Exam sponsor website

Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.

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Our practice resources: topics covered

We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.

30%

General Agriculture, Agronomy & Crop Production

General agriculture, agronomy and crop science.

20%

Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry

Soil properties, nutrient management and fertilizers.

20%

Horticulture & Plant Breeding

Horticulture practices, genetics and breeding.

15%

Agricultural Economics & Extension

Economics of agriculture and extension methods.

15%

Animal Husbandry & Dairy Science

Livestock management and dairy sciences.

Preparing for the UKSSSC AAO Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 45%
  • Exam length: 100 questions
  • Time limit: 2 hours
  • Exam / certification fees: ₹300 Official sources

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UKSSSC AAO: Suggested Study Strategy

1Revise major crop production techniques and agronomy principles.
2Learn soil properties, fertilizers, and nutrient management systems.
3Focus on Uttarakhand's regional agricultural patterns and major fruit crops.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the fee for the UKSSSC AAO exam?

The application fee is ₹300 for General/OBC candidates and ₹150 for SC/ST/EWS candidates local to Uttarakhand.

Is there negative marking?

Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/4th (0.25) marks for each incorrect answer.

What is the eligibility for the exam?

Candidates must have completed a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (B.Sc. Agriculture).