Vacancy Circular No:
Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
invites applications for recruitment of Assistant Agriculture Officer
Assistant Agriculture Officer
P.K. Parija Road, Cuttack, 753001 Odisha
Number of Vacancy: 22 Posts
| OPSC Job Notification For Freshers Recruitment 2022 | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Role | Assistant Agriculture Officer |
| Education Requirement | |
| Total Vacancy | 22 Posts |
| Job Locations | Cuttack |
| Age Limit | A candidate must have attained the age of 21(twenty one) years and must not be above the age of 43 (Forty three) years as on the day of January 2021 i.e. he/she must have been born not earlier than 2nd January anci not later than 1St January 2000. |
| Experience | Fresher |
| Salary | Not Disclosed |
| Posted on | 21 Jan, 2022 |
| Last Date To Apply | 28 Feb, 2022 |
Educational Qualification: B.Sc
Special Drive Recruitment to the post of Assistant Agriculture Officer in Class-II (Group-B) of Odisha Agriculture and Food Production Service, under Department of Agriculture & Farmer's Empowerment.
i. For Special Drive Recruitment to 22 (Twenty Two) posts of Assistant Agriculture Officer in Class-II of Group-B of Odisha Agriculture and Food Production Service (Methods of Recruitment & Conditions of Service) Rules, 2018 and Odisha Agriculture and Food Production Service (Methods of Recruitment & Conditions of Service)
ii. Amendment Rules, 2020, under Agriculture & Farmer's Empowerment Department in the pre-revised scale of pay of Rs.9,300-34,800/- with Grade pay of Rs.4600/- (PB-2) or Level 10 of the Pay Matrix Revised, as per ORSP Rules, 2017 with usual Dearness and other allowances as may be sanctioned by the Government of Odisha from time to time.
iii. The posts are permanent and likely to continue.
1. Post Name: Assistant Agriculture Officer in Class-II (Group-B)
2. No of Post: 22 (Twenty Two) posts
3. Vacancy Position: As per requisition filed by the Agriculture & Farmer's Empowerment Department of Government of Odisha, the vacancy positions are given below:
Out of vacancies mentioned above, 01 (One) post is reserved for Ex-Servicemen & 01 (One) post is reserved for Persons with Disabilities (whose permanent disability is 40% and more) having Locomotors Disabilities i.e. OL (MNR) or Cerebral Palsy.
4. Qualification: A candidate must possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture/ Horticulture from any of the recognized Universities or Institutions.
5. ADVERTISEMENT NO. 27 OF 2021-22
Pay Scale:
INR
Not Disclosed
Age Limit: A candidate must have attained the age of 21(twenty one) years and must not be above the age of 43 (Forty three) years as on the day of January 2021 i.e. he/she must have been born not earlier than 2nd January anci not later than 1St January 2000.
Selection Procedure
1. The selection of candidates for recruitment to the posts of Assistant Agriculture Officer Shail be made on the basis of Written Test and Interview.
2. The detail syllabus for the examination (Two papers) is at It shall consist of two papers of objective types (Multiple
i. Written Test: Choice Questions) and each paper shall be of two hours duration carrying 100 marks each
ii. There shall be negative marking for wrong answers with a deduction of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.
iii. Interview shall consist of 25 (twenty five) marks.
3. The Commission shall short-list the candidates to be called for interview to a reasonable number taking into consideration the marks secured in the written test.
4. The Commission shall prepare a list of successful candidates in order of merit on the basis of written test and interview, which shall be equal to the number category wise vacancies advertised.
5. The written examination for the post of Assistant Agriculture Officers will be held at Cuttack. The programme of the examination shall be notified well in advance.
How to Apply:
1. Online applications are invited from the prospective candidates through the proforma application from ST candidates on/y to be made avai/ab/e on the Website of the Commission (http://opsc.gov.in).
2. The link for registration /re- registration of online application form shall be available from 28.01.2022 to 28.02.2022 (Note: 07.03.2022 is the last date for submission of Registered Online Application)
(a) Candidates must go through the details of this Advertisement available in the Website of OPSC before filling up online application form.
(b) Candidates must apply online through the concerned Website of tne OPSC http://opsc.gov.in. Applications received through any other mode wouid not be accepted and summarily rejected.
(c) Before filling up the online application form, the candidates must go through detailed instructions available at OPSC portal.
(d) The online application form is automated and system driven & will guide the candidate seamlessly in filling the application.
(e) Candidates are requested to upload the scanned image of latest passport size photograph along with scanned image of his/her full signature and scanned image of Left-hand Thumb Impression (LTI) in the online application form. Uploaded photograph, Specimen (full) signature and LTI must be clearly identifiable / visible, otherwise the application of the candidate is liable to be rejected by the Commission and no representation from the candidate will be entertained.
(f) Candidates should keep at least two copies of latest passport size photograph which is uploaded to the online application form for future use.
Important Dates:
Published on: 21 January 2022
For more details, please refer to official notification at Download Official Notification
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Closing: Feb 11, 2026About Odisha Public Service Commission
About Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) acts as a pivotal recruitment authority under the Department of Personnel & Training, Government of India. For aspirants of SSC, UPSC, and state-level government exams, OPSC represents a gateway to prestigious public sector careers. The Commission is entrusted with the significant responsibility of managing recruitment processes for Group A (Non-Gazetted) and Non-Technical Group B posts. Its scope extends to Railways, Industrial Establishments, and various Subordinate Offices within the Ministries and Departments of the Government of India. Every year, thousands of candidates look forward to the latest OPSC recruitment notifications for stable and rewarding government jobs.Selection Process and MissionOPSC ensures a transparent and merit-based selection system. The Commission handles the complete lifecycle of an examination, from the receipt and processing of applications to the issuance of admit cards, followed by the rigorous conduct of written tests and interviews. Their mission is to identify and recruit capable, competent, and highly skilled individuals. By developing selection procedures that confirm to global standards, the OPSC guarantees a fair selection process, contributing significantly to the nation's administrative strength and providing vital employment opportunities to the youth of Odisha.
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