OPSC
Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 118
Posts
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially
released the OPSC Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) Recruitment 2026
notification for filling 118 vacant posts under the Agriculture Department of
the Government of Odisha. This recruitment offers an excellent career
opportunity for candidates holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or
Horticulture who aspire to work in a Group-B government position with
attractive pay, job security, and growth prospects.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official
OPSC website opsc.gov.in from 10 January 2026, and the last date for submission
of application is 30 January 2026. The selection process includes a written
examination followed by a personality test.
This article provides complete information about eligibility
criteria, vacancy distribution, salary structure, age limit, application fee,
selection process, exam pattern, important dates, and step-by-step application
procedure.
About
Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) is a
constitutional body responsible for recruiting officers to various Group-A and
Group-B services under the Government of Odisha. OPSC conducts transparent and
merit-based recruitment examinations to select competent candidates for
administrative, technical, and specialist roles across departments.
The post of Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) plays a
crucial role in implementing agricultural policies, supporting farmers,
promoting modern farming practices, and strengthening the agricultural economy
of the state.
OPSC
Assistant Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2026: Overview
|
Particulars |
Details |
|
Recruiting Authority |
Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
|
Post Name |
Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) |
|
Total Vacancies |
118 |
|
Pay Scale |
Level-10, Cell-1 (ORSP Rules, 2017) |
|
Qualification |
B.Sc. (Agriculture) / B.Sc. (Horticulture) |
|
Age Limit |
21 to 42 years |
|
Application Mode |
Online |
|
Start Date |
10 January 2026 |
|
Last Date |
30 January 2026 |
|
Exam Date (Tentative) |
19 February 2026 |
|
Official Website |
Vacancy
Details (Category-Wise)
The total 118 vacancies are distributed across various
categories as per Government reservation rules:
|
Category |
Vacancies |
|
Unreserved (UR) |
61 (20 Women) |
|
SEBC |
14 (05 Women) |
|
SC |
29 (10 Women) |
|
ST |
14 (05 Women) |
|
Total |
118 (40 Women) |
Reserved Category Vacancies
- Ex-Servicemen:
04
- Sports
Persons: 01
- Persons
with Disabilities (PwD): 05 (01 Woman)
Eligibility
Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Bachelor’s
Degree in Agriculture – B.Sc. (Agriculture)
OR - Bachelor’s
Degree in Horticulture – B.Sc. (Horticulture)
from any University or Institution recognized by:
- Government
of Odisha
- Government
of India
Important:
No other equivalent or allied qualification will be accepted under any
circumstances.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2025)
|
Criteria |
Age |
|
Minimum Age |
21 Years |
|
Maximum Age |
42 Years |
Age Relaxation
- SEBC
/ SC / ST / Women / Ex-Servicemen: 5 Years
- Persons
with Disabilities (PwD – 40% or more): 10 Years
- PwD
belonging to SEBC/SC/ST: Up to 15 Years (Cumulative)
Salary Structure & Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be appointed in:
- Pay
Level-10, Cell-1
- As
per ORSP Rules, 2017
Allowances Include:
- Dearness
Allowance (DA)
- House
Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Medical
Allowance
- Other
admissible allowances as sanctioned by Government of Odisha
This makes the AAO post a financially stable and prestigious
government job.
Nature of Duties of Assistant Agriculture Officer
An Assistant Agriculture Officer is responsible for:
- Advising
farmers on crop production techniques
- Promoting
modern agricultural practices
- Implementing
government agricultural schemes
- Conducting
field inspections and demonstrations
- Monitoring
fertilizer, seed, and pesticide usage
- Assisting
in agricultural extension activities
- Reporting
crop conditions and productivity
This role directly contributes to rural development and
farmer welfare.
Application Fee
|
Category |
Fee |
|
General / SEBC |
₹700 |
|
SC / ST / PwD |
Exempted |
Refund Policy
- The
examination fee will be refunded to candidates who appear in both papers
of the written examination.
Payment must be made online only.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of two stages:
1. Written Examination – 200 Marks
- Two
Papers (Paper-I & Paper-II)
- Each
paper carries 100 marks
- MCQ
based
- Duration:
2 Hours
- Negative
Marking: 25% for each wrong answer
2. Personality Test (Interview) – 25 Marks
Total Marks: 225
Final merit will be prepared based on combined performance
in written exam and interview.
Written Examination Pattern
|
Component |
Details |
|
Type |
Objective (MCQ) |
|
No. of Papers |
2 |
|
Marks per Paper |
100 |
|
Total Marks |
200 |
|
Duration |
2 Hours |
|
Negative Marking |
Yes (25%) |
Important Dates
|
Event |
Date |
|
Online Registration Start |
10 January 2026 |
|
Last Date for Fee Payment |
30 January 2026 |
|
Last Date for Application Submission |
30 January 2026 |
|
Written Exam (Tentative) |
19 February 2026 |
General Conditions & Instructions
- Candidate
must be an Indian citizen
- Must
be able to read, write, and speak Odia
- Must
be of sound mental and physical health
- Candidates
having more than one spouse living are not eligible
- Government
employees must submit No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Candidates
debarred by OPSC or any commission are not eligible during debarment
- False
information or document mismatch will lead to disqualification
How to Apply Online for OPSC AAO Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps carefully:
- Visit
the official website: https://opsc.gov.in
- Click
on “Online Application”
- Complete
One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered
- Log
in using registration credentials
- Fill
the application form accurately
- Upload
required documents
- Pay
application fee (if applicable)
- Submit
the application
- Take
a printout of the final submitted form for reference
Applications submitted through any other mode will be rejected
outright.
Important Links
- Apply
Online: Click Here
- Notification PDF: Click Here
- OPSC
Official Website: Click Here
Why Choose OPSC Assistant Agriculture Officer Job?
✔ Permanent Government Job
✔ Level-10 Pay Scale
✔ Direct involvement in rural development
✔ Strong career growth opportunities
✔ Job stability & social prestige
✔ Work aligned with professional qualification
Final Words
The OPSC Assistant Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2026 is a
golden opportunity for Agriculture and Horticulture graduates to secure a prestigious
government position in Odisha. With a well-structured selection process,
attractive pay scale, and meaningful work impacting farmers and agriculture,
this recruitment is highly recommended for eligible candidates.
Interested aspirants should apply well before the deadline
and start exam preparation early to maximize their chances of success.
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