OPSC Assistant Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 118 Posts, Exam Date, Eligibility
Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released the latest notification for recruitment to the post of Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) under the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment, Government of Odisha. A total of 118 vacancies are available for this recruitment.
Latest Update (Corrigendum)
OPSC has released a 1st Corrigendum for AAO Recruitment (Advt No. 06 of 2025-26) regarding the examination fee issue due to technical reasons. Candidates must follow the corrigendum instructions before fee payment and final submission
Corrigendum PDF: (Click here)
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website opsc.gov.in within the given schedule
| OPSC AAO Recruitment 2026 – Overview |
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) |
| Service | Odisha Agriculture and Food Production Service |
| Department | Agriculture & Farmers’ |
| Total Vacancy | 118 Posts |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Pay Scale | Level-10 (ORSP Rules, 2017) |
| Mode of Apply | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Exam (MCQ) + Personality Test (Interview) |
| Exam Date | 19.02.2026 (Tentative) |
| Official Website | opsc.gov.in |
| Vacancy Details Category-wise |
As per requisition furnished by the Department, total vacancies are 118 posts (40 for women)
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| UR | 61 (20-W) |
| SEBC | 14 (5-W) |
| SC | 29 (10-W) |
| ST | 14 (5-W) |
| Total | 118 (40-W) |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have:
- Degree in Agriculture (B.Sc Agriculture) OR
- Degree in Horticulture (B.Sc Horticulture)
No other equivalent qualification will be accepted
Age Limit (as per notification)
- Minimum age: 21 years
- Maximum age: 42 years
Candidate must be born:
- Not earlier than 02.01.1983
- Not later than 01.01.2004
Age calculation and DOB condition is clearly mentioned in notification.
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation is applicable as per Odisha Government rules for:
- SC / ST / SEBC / Women
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
- Ex-Servicemen
Exact relaxation conditions are provided in the official advertisement.)
| OPSC AAO Selection Process 2026 |
The selection will be done through:
- Written Examination (MCQ Pattern)
- Personality Test / Interview
OPSC AAO Exam Pattern 2026 (As per official scheme)
Written Examination
- Type: Objective (MCQ)
- Total Marks: 200
- Papers: 2 Papers
- Each Paper: 100 Marks
- Duration: 2 Hours each
- Negative Marking: 25% negative marks for each wrong answer
Exam Date
OPSC Written Exam Date (Tentative):
✅ 19 February 2026 (Thursday)
Documents Required (Important
Candidates must keep these documents ready for verification (as applicable):
- HSC Certificate (Date of Birth proof)
- Degree Certificate / Marksheet (B.Sc Agriculture / Horticulture)
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/SEBC)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
- Valid ID proof
- Recent passport size photo & signature
Proof and certificate requirements are given in the official notification.
Application Fee (Official)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / SEBC | ₹700/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | Exempted |
Important Fee Note
As per notification, the exam fee policy and refund conditions are mentioned.
📌 However, due to technical issues, OPSC released a corrigendum related to fee collection. Candidates must follow the corrigendum instructions for fee payment.
✅ How to Apply Online for OPSC AAO Recruitment 2026?
Follow these steps:
- Visit OPSC official website: opsc.gov.in
- open Advertisement No. 06 of 2025-26
- Click on Apply Online
- Complete Registration
- Fill in personal + educational details
- Upload required documents
- Pay fee (if applicable as per notification/corrigendum)
- Submit application form
- Download & print the final submitted application
Important Instructions (Must Read)
Before applying, candidates should carefully read:
Full advertisement
Annexure (exam scheme/syllabus)
Corrigendum updates
Any wrong information in application may lead to rejection as per OPSC rules.
Important Links
- Apply Online Link: ( Click here )
- Official Notification PDF: ( Click here )
- Official Website ( Click here )
What is the total vacancy in OPSC AAO Recruitment 2026?
Total 118 posts.
What is the last date to apply for OPSC AAO 2026?
Final submission last date is 30.01.2026 (5:00 PM).
What qualification is required for OPSC Assistant Agriculture Officer?
B.Sc Agriculture / B.Sc Horticulture only.
What is the exam date for OPSC AAO?
19.02.2026 (Tentative)
Is there negative marking in OPSC AAO exam?
Yes, 25% negative marks for each wrong answer
If you are looking for the best Odisha Govt Jobs 2026, then OPSC Assistant Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2026 is a valuable opportunity. Apply within the date and keep checking OPSC website for latest updates.
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