Directorate of Agriculture, Andaman & Nicobar Recruitment 2026: 10 Agriculture Officer & Other Posts – Apply Online @ erecruitment.andamannicobar.gov.in

Recruitment Overview

• Recruiting Body: Directorate of Agriculture, Andaman and Nicobar Administration
• Advertisement No.: A-12/4/2026-Confi-AGRI-AN/3132
• Total Vacancies: 10 Posts
• Post Names: Agriculture Officer, Agriculture Engineering Assistant, Agriculture Assistant
• Employment Nature: Permanent Government Posts (Group B & C under Pay Commission)
• Application Mode: Online Only
• Important Dates: Apply online from 24 September to 23 October 2026
• Selection Process: Computer Based Test (CBT)
• Application Fee: Not mentioned in the official notification.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• 1. Agriculture Officer (1 Post): Education: Master's Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture or equivalent from a recognised university. Age Limit: 18 to 30 years. Desirable: Two years experience in Agriculture Farm Management, Extension Work, Marketing, or Plantation Development.
• 2. Agriculture Engineering Assistant (2 Posts): Education: Degree in Agriculture Engineering from a recognised university/institute. Age Limit: 18 to 30 years. Desirable: Two years experience in Minor Irrigation Works, Farm Mechanisation, or related field.
• 3. Agriculture Assistant (7 Posts): Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture from a recognised university. Age Limit: 18 to 33 years (Male), 18 to 38 years (Female). Desirable: Two years experience in Farm Management & Agriculture Extension Work, and working knowledge of computer.
• Note: Age relaxation for reserved categories will be applicable as per Government of India rules.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• The selection will be done through a Computer Based Test (CBT).
• CBT Pattern: Paper-I (General Studies): 50 Marks (General Intelligence, English, Basic Computer Knowledge, General Awareness, Reasoning) - Duration 120 Minutes. Paper-II (Subject Paper): 100 Marks based on the qualification and post requirements - Duration 120 Minutes.
• Key Details: Negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Additional time will be provided for PwBD candidates as per rules. Only eligible candidates will be allowed to appear for the CBT. Original documents will be verified during the selection process.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Candidates must submit applications only through the online portal.
• Upload recent passport-size photograph, signature, and all required documents.
• Educational qualifications and age eligibility must be fulfilled as on the closing date of application.
• Candidates should regularly check the official website for updates on exam date and admit card.