OPSC AAO Recruitment 2026: Grab 118 Assistant Agriculture Officer Jobs in Odisha Apply Now!
OPSC AAO Recruitment 2026 is live! Odisha Public Service Commission invites applications for 118 Assistant Agriculture Officer (AAO) vacancies under Group B, Odisha Agriculture Service. Odisha AAO jobs 2026 offer permanent roles at Level-10 pay scale (₹44,900–₹1,42,400). 40 posts reserved for women—perfect for B.Sc. Agri/Hort grads. Apply online at opsc.gov.in before January 30, 2026. Exam on February 19, 2026 in Cuttack/Bhubaneswar.
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Odisha Agriculture Office Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Notification: Advt No. 06/2025-26
- Online Registration Start: January 10, 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: January 27, 2026 (5 PM)
- Final Submission: January 30, 2026 (5 PM)
- OPSC AAO Exam Date: February 19, 2026 (Thursday)
- Application Fee: ₹700 (Gen/SEBC); Exempt SC/ST/PwD
Odisha Agriculture Office Recruitment 2026 Vacancies
Total 118 posts with reservations:
| Category | Vacancies | Women Reserved |
| UR | 61 | 20 |
| SEBC | 14 | 5 |
| SC | 29 | 10 |
| ST | 14 | 5 |
| Total | 118 | 40 |
Extras: 5 for PwD (HI/OL/Multiple), 4 for ex-servicemen, 1 for sports persons.
Odisha Agriculture Officer Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Age Limit: 21-42 years (as on 01/01/2025). Relaxations apply.
- Qualification: B.Sc. Agriculture or Horticulture.
- Odia Language: Must read/write/speak Odia (certificate required).
OPSC AAO Selection Process & Exam Pattern
- Written Exam (200 marks): 2 Papers (100 MCQs each, 2 hrs, Agriculture subjects). Negative Marking: 0.25.
- Interview: 25 marks for shortlisted (1:2 ratio).
Application Fees
- General/SEBC: ₹700 (online only)
- SC/ST/PwD: Free
- Pro Tip: Get a refund only if you sit for both exam papers.
Must Upload Documents
- HSC/Matric for age proof
- +2 certificate & marks
- B.Sc. Ag/Hort certificate & marks
- Caste certificate (if SC/ST/SEBC)
- Odia know-how proof
- PwD/ex-servicemen/sports certificates (if claiming)
- Recent photo ID (Aadhaar/Voter ID, etc.)
Act fast registration ends January 27 for fees, final submit by January 30. Odisha agri grads, this is your shot at Level10 security. Head to opsc.gov.in and apply today!
How to Apply for OPSC AAO Recruitment 2026 Online
- Visit opsc.gov.in.
- Register & fill OPSC AAO online form.
- Upload docs: Degree, caste cert, Odia proof, photo, ID.
- Pay fee online.
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FAQ: OPSC AAO 2026
1: What is OPSC AAO salary?
Level-10 (₹44,900 basic) + allowances.
2: OPSC AAO exam centers?
Cuttack & Bhubaneswar.
3: Can women apply for OPSC AAO 2026?
Yes, 40 reserved posts.
