OPSC AAO Recruitment: The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released the Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) Recruitment 2026 notification. This recruitment drive is being conducted to fill Assistant Agriculture Officer posts under the Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment Department, Odisha.
This is a golden opportunity for candidates with a background in Agriculture or Horticulture who are aiming for a secure Odisha government job. The selection process will include a written examination followed by an interview. Eligible candidates are advised to go through the notification carefully and complete the online application process within the given timeline.
OPSC AAO Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
Candidates should keep track of all key dates to avoid missing deadlines:
- Notification Release Date: December 31, 2025
- Online Application Start Date: January 10, 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: January 27, 2026
- Admit Card Release: February 2026 (expected)
- Written Examination Date: February 19, 2026
Vacancy Details
A total of 118 vacancies have been announced for the Assistant Agriculture Officer post.
- Total Posts: 118
- Reserved for Women: 40 posts
The vacancies are distributed among various categories as per Odisha government reservation rules. The AAO post comes under Group-B, Class-II of the Odisha Agriculture and Food Production Service.
Candidates can download and read the official OPSC AAO notification from the OPSC website.
Examination Fee
As per the latest notification from OPSC Exam fee will be collected from students through online mode and it will be refunded to the students after appearing the examination. Read more about this notification here.
Eligibility Criteria for OPSC AAO Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture (B.Sc. Agriculture)
OR - Bachelor’s Degree in Horticulture (B.Sc. Horticulture)
- No other qualification will be accepted for this recruitment.
Age Limit (As on January 1, 2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 38 years
Age Relaxation
Relaxation in upper age limit will be provided to:
- SC
- ST
- SEBC
- Women candidates
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD)
- Ex-servicemen
(as per Odisha government norms)
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The OPSC AAO selection process consists of two stages:
1. Written Examination
- Mode: Online (CBT)
- Number of Papers: 2
- Marks per Paper: 100
- Total Marks: 200
- Total Questions: 200 (MCQs)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer
- Exam Date: February 19, 2026
Only candidates who qualify the written exam will be shortlisted.
2. Interview / Personality Test
Candidates clearing the written exam will be called for the interview.
Salary Details
Candidates selected as Assistant Agriculture Officer will get salary under Pay Level 10, as per Odisha government pay rules. The posting can be anywhere in Odisha.
How to Apply for OPSC AAO Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official OPSC website
- Complete online registration between January 10 and January 27, 2026
- Fill in the application form carefully
- Submit the form before the last date
Tip: Do not wait for the last day to apply, as technical issues may occur.
Final Words
The OPSC AAO Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity for agriculture and horticulture graduates looking for a stable and respectable government job in Odisha. With 118 vacancies, a clear selection process, and attractive pay, this recruitment is expected to see high competition.
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