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  • Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 118 Assistant Agriculture Officer Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official OPSC website. The last date to submit the application form is 30-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the OPSC Assistant Agriculture Officer Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

OPSC Assistant Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview

Company NameOdisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
Post NameAssistant Agriculture Officer
No of Posts118
SalaryLevel-10, Cell-1 of ORSP Rules, 2017
QualificationBachelor's Degree in Agriculture [B.Sc. (Ag.)] or Horticulture [B.Sc. (Horticulture)]
Age Limit21 to 42 years
Start Date10 January 2026
Last Date30 January 2026
Official Websitehttps://opsc.gov.in

Vacancy Details

CategoryNo of Vacancies
UR61 (20-w)
SEBC14 (05-w)
SC29 (10-w)
ST14 (05-w)
Total118 (40-w)
Reserved CategoryNo of Posts reserved
Ex-Servicemen04
Sports Persons01
Persons with Disabilities05 (01-w)

Eligibility Criteria

  • Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture [B.Sc. (Ag.)] or Horticulture [B.Sc. (Horticulture)] from any University or Institution recognized by any State Government or the Government of India.
  • No other equivalent qualification except Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture will be accepted.

Salary/ Stipend

  • Level-10, Cell-1 of the Pay Matrix under ORSP Rules, 2017 with usual Dearness and other Allowances as may be sanctioned by the Government of Odisha from time to time.

Age Limit (as on 01 January 2025)

  • Minimum Age: 21 Years
  • Maximum Age: 42 Years
  • Age Relaxation: 05 years for SEBC/SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen; 10 years for PwD (40% or more permanent disability); Cumulative 15 years for PwD belonging to SEBC/SC/ST.

Application Fee

  • ₹700/- for candidates other than SC/ST/PwD (payable online).
  • Exempted for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
  • Fee refunded to candidates who appear in both papers of the Written Examination.

Important Dates

EventDate
Registration & Fee Payment Start Date10 January 2026
Registration & Fee Payment End Date30 January 2026
Last Date for Submission of Online Application30 January 2026
Written Examination (Tentative)19 February 2026

Selection Process

  • Written Examination (MCQ Pattern): 200 marks (Two Papers, each 100 marks, 100 questions, 2 hours duration, negative marking of 25% for wrong answers).
  • Personality Test (Interview): 25 marks.
  • Total Marks: 225.

General Information / Instructions

  • The candidate must be a citizen of India.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak Odia with specified qualifications.
  • Must be of good mental and bodily health.
  • A candidate with more than one spouse living will not be eligible.
  • Government servants must submit No Objection Certificate during document verification.
  • Candidates debarred by OPSC or other commissions are not eligible during the debarment period.

How to Apply

  • Apply online through the official website https://opsc.gov.in.
  • Registration and payment of examination fee available from 10 January 2026 to 30 January 2026 (5:00 P.M.).
  • Last date for submission of registered online application: 30 January 2026 (5:00 P.M.).
  • Applications received through any other mode will be rejected.

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Q1. What is the total number of vacancies for Assistant Agriculture Officer in OPSC Recruitment 2026?

  • There are 118 vacancies, out of which 40 are reserved for women.

Q2. What is the required educational qualification for the post?

  • A candidate must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture [B.Sc. (Ag.)] or Horticulture [B.Sc. (Horticulture)] from a recognized University or Institution. No other equivalent qualification is accepted.

Q3. What is the age limit for applying to OPSC Assistant Agriculture Officer posts?

  • Candidates must be between 21 and 42 years as on 01 January 2025, with applicable relaxations for reserved categories.

Q4. Is there an application fee, and will it be refunded?

  • Candidates other than SC/ST/PwD must pay ₹700/- online. The fee is refunded only to those who appear in both papers of the Written Examination.

Q5. What is the selection process for OPSC Assistant Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2026?

  • Selection is based on a Written Examination (200 marks, MCQ pattern) followed by a Personality Test/Interview (25 marks).
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