OPSC 2024 Assistant Agriculture Officer Notification Out ; Application Begins

Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has announced the recruitment of 124 Assistant Agriculture Officers (AAO) in Class-II (Group-B) under the Odisha Agriculture and Food Production Service. This is a valuable opportunity for individuals passionate about building a career in agriculture within the state government framework. In this guide, you will find all the necessary details about important dates, eligibility criteria, selection procedures, and how to apply.

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Key Dates for OPSC AAO Recruitment 2024

Start Date for Online Applications: 12th November 2024
Last Date for Online Applications: 11th December 2024
Written Examination Date: 9th March 2025 (Sunday)

Candidates are strongly encouraged to apply early and not wait for the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.

Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies available for the position of Assistant Agriculture Officer is 124, distributed among various categories as shown in the table below:

Category	Total Vacancies	Reserved for Women
Unreserved (UR)	45	15
Socially and Economically Backward Classes (SEBC)	15	5
Scheduled Castes (SC)	24	8
Scheduled Tribes (ST)	40	14
Total	124	42

Special Reservations:

Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 5% of the total vacancies are reserved for candidates under the OL (One Leg Affected) category.
Ex-Servicemen: 4 posts are reserved.
Sports Persons: 1 post is reserved.

Eligibility Criteria for OPSC AAO

Age Limit (as of 1st January 2024):

Minimum Age: 21 years
Maximum Age: 38 years

Candidates from certain categories are eligible for age relaxation:

SEBC/SC/ST/Women: 5 years
PwD (OL Category): 10 years

Educational Qualification:

Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture (B.Sc. Agriculture) or Horticulture (B.Sc. Horticulture) from a recognized institution. Equivalent degrees will not be accepted.

Language Proficiency:

Applicants must have proficiency in Odia. They should have passed Odia as a subject in their Higher Secondary examination or studied it up to at least Class VII in a recognized school.

Selection Process

The selection for the Assistant Agriculture Officer role involves two stages:

Written Examination:

Total Marks: 200
Two objective-type papers, each carrying 100 marks
Duration: 2 hours per paper
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.

Interview (Viva Voce):

Total Marks: 25

Candidates will be selected based on their combined performance in the written examination and interview.

Examination Fee

No examination fee is required for this recruitment, as per government norms specified in the GA & PG Department Notification No. 9897/Gen., dated 11.04.2022.

How to Apply for OPSC AAO Recruitment 2024

Eligible candidates must apply online through the official OPSC website. Follow these steps:

Visit the OPSC Official Website: Go to www.opsc.gov.in.
Read the Notification Carefully: Review the detailed eligibility criteria, instructions, and requirements.
Fill Out the Application Form: Provide accurate personal and educational details and upload the necessary documents (recent passport-size photo, signature, and thumb impression).
Submit the Application: Double-check all details before submission. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Important Instructions

Permanent Disability Certificate: Candidates applying under the PwD category must submit a permanent disability certificate.
Ex-Servicemen and SEBC/SC/ST Certificates: Ensure you have valid and up-to-date certificates at the time of application.
Merit-Based Selection: Selection is purely merit-based, so applicants should prepare thoroughly for the exam.
Admit Card: Successfully registered candidates can download their admit cards from the official website once available.

FAQs

Question: What is the starting date for submitting the online application?

Answer: The online application process begins on 12th November 2024.

Question: When is the last date to apply?

Answer: The last date to submit your application is 11th December 2024.

Question: What educational qualifications are required for the AAO post?

Answer: Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture (B.Sc. Agriculture) or Horticulture (B.Sc. Horticulture) from a recognized institution.

Question: Is there an age limit to apply?

Answer: Yes, candidates should be between 21 and 38 years as of 1st January 2024. Age relaxation is applicable for specific categories.

Question: What is the selection process?

Answer: The selection process consists of a written examination (200 marks) followed by an interview (25 marks). Final selection will be based on combined performance.