OPSC Assistant Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2026 – 118 Vacancies
Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) invites online applications for 118 posts of Assistant Agriculture Officer (Group-B) in Odisha Agriculture and Food Production Service under Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment. Apply online at opsc.gov.in from 10 January 2026 to 30 January 2026.
Job Overview
Organization
Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
Total Posts
118 Posts
Salary Range
Level-10, Cell-1 of ORSP Rules, 2017; Rs. 9300–34800/- with Grade Pay Rs. 4600/- (pre-revised); plus usual allowances
Qualification
B.sc
Application Start Date
January 10, 2026
Last Date to Apply
January 30, 2026
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Assistant Agriculture Officer | Level-10, Cell-1 of ORSP Rules, 2017; Rs. 9300–34800/- with Grade Pay Rs. 4600/- (pre-revised); plus allowances |
Eligibility Criteria
- 1Assistant Agriculture Officer Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture [B.Sc. (Agriculture)] or Horticulture [B.Sc. (Horticulture)] from any University or Institution recognized by State Government or Government of India.
Experience:
Skills:
Registration:
Recognition: Degree must be recognized by State Government or the Government of India.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| GENERAL | 700 |
| OC | 700 |
| SC_ST_BC_EWS_PwD_ExServicemen | -- |
| Mode of payment | Online |
Selection Process
- 1 Written Examination (MCQ Pattern)
- 2 Personality Test (Interview)
Document Required
- 1 H.S.C. or equivalent certificate (proof of age)
- 2 Intermediate / +2 Examination Certificate
- 3 Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture Certificate
- 4 Mark-sheets for all eligible examinations passed
- 5 Recent passport size photographs (4 copies, unsigned, unattested)
- 6 Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- 7 Required Odia Test Pass Certificate
- 8 Permanent Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- 9 Ex-Serviceman Release Certificate and Affidavit (if applicable)
- 10 Sports Identity Card/Certificate (if applicable)
- 11 No Objection Certificate from employer (if applicable)
- 12 Proof of Identity (Aadhaar/EPIC/Driving License/Passport/PAN Card)
Age Limit
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| General | 21-42 (as on 01.01.2025) |
| Manager Level | -- |
| Relaxation | SC/ST/BC/EWS: 5 years for SEBC, SC, ST, Women & Ex-servicemen PH: 10 years for PwD (40% or more permanent disability); 15 years for PwD belonging to SEBC/SC/ST Others: |
How to apply
- 1Visit the OPSC Website (http://opsc.gov.in) and carefully read the advertisement.
- 2Apply online only through the OPSC portal; fill in the application form and upload scanned copies of required documents.
- 3Pay the examination fee online (if not exempted) during application submission.
- 4Submit the online application before the last date (30 January 2026, 5:00 PM).
- 5Print the finally submitted application and keep for future use. Submit originals during document verification when called.
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