OPSC AAO recruitment 2026 notification released: Apply online from January 10, details here
The Odisha Public Service Commission has released the official notification for Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill Assistant Agriculture Officer posts under the Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment Department. It is a good opportunity for candidates with a background in agriculture or horticulture who are looking for a government job in Odisha. The selection process will include a written examination followed by an interview. Interested and eligible candidates are advised to carefully read the notification and complete the online application process within the prescribed timeline to avoid missing this opportunity.
Important dates and vacancy details
Candidates must note all the important dates related to the OPSC AAO Recruitment 2026. The notification was published on December 31, 2025. Online registration will begin on January 10, 2026, and candidates must submit their application forms before January 27, 2026. The admit card is expected to be released in February 2026. The written examination will be held on February 19, 2026.A total of 118 vacancies have been announced for the Assistant Agriculture Officer post. Out of these, 40 posts are reserved for women candidates. The vacancies are divided among different categories as per government reservation rules. The post falls under Group-B, Class-II services of the Odisha Agriculture and Food Production Service.Aspirants can access the official notification released by clicking here.
Eligibility criteria and age limit
To be eligible for OPSC AAO Recruitment 2026, candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture (B.Sc. Agriculture) or Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture (B.Sc. Horticulture) from a recognized university. No other degree will be considered valid for this post.The minimum age required is 21 years, and the maximum age limit is 38 years. The age will be calculated as on January 1, 2025. Age relaxation will be provided to candidates belonging to reserved categories such as SC, ST, SEBC, women, persons with disabilities, and ex-servicemen, as per government norms.
Selection process and exam pattern
The Assistant Agriculture Officer selection procedure includes a written examination and an interview. Candidates who achieve a qualifying score in the written exam only will be invited for the interview or personality test.The written exam will be held online. Two papers of 100 marks each will be set, thus the total marks will be 200. The exam will consist of 200 multiple choice questions. For each incorrect answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted. The exam will be held on February 19, 2026.
Salary details and how to apply
Candidates selected for the AAO post will receive a salary under Pay Level 10 as per Odisha government pay rules. The posting can be anywhere within the state of Odisha.To apply, candidates must visit the official OPSC website and complete the online application process between January 10 and January 27, 2026. Applicants are advised to submit the form well before the last date to avoid technical issues.
