OPSC AAE Recruitment 2026: The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released the OPSC Assistant Agriculture Engineer (AAE) Recruitment 2026 notification vide Advertisement No. 08 of 2026-27, Notice No. 4661/PSC, dated 19th August 2026.
OPSC has announced 48 vacancies for the post of Assistant Agriculture Engineer, Class-II (Group-B), under the Odisha Agricultural Engineering Service, Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 28th August 2026 to 28th September 2026 (5:00 P.M.) through the official OPSC website.
OPSC AAE Recruitment 2026: Overview
Below is a detailed overview with all key information for aspirants.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Department | Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment, Govt. of Odisha |
| Post Name | Assistant Agriculture Engineer (AAE), Class-II (Group-B) |
| Advertisement No. | 08 of 2026-27 |
| Notice No. | 4661/PSC, Dt. 19.08.2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 48 (16-W) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 44,900/- in Level-10, Cell-1 of Pay Matrix (ORSP Rules, 2017) |
| Registration Dates | 28th August 2026 to 28th September 2026 (5:00 P.M.) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Written Exam Date | 1st November 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam Venue | Cuttack / Bhubaneswar |
| Selection Process | Written Examination (MCQ) + Personality Test (Interview) |
| Official Website | https://opsc.gov.in |
OPSC AAE Vacancy 2026
The OPSC AAE Recruitment 2026 includes a total of 48 vacancies (16-W, i.e., 16 reserved for women) for the post of Assistant Agriculture Engineer. Below is the category-wise vacancy distribution as per the requisition furnished by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment.
| Category | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 22 (07-W) |
| Socially & Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) | 03 (01-W) |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 08 (03-W) |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 15 (05-W) |
| Total | 48 (16-W) |
Reservation for Ex-Servicemen and PwD
| Sl. No. | Sub-Category | No. of Posts Reserved | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ex-Servicemen | 01 | 01 |
| 2 | Persons with Disabilities — Cat-II (HH) | 03 | 06 |
| Persons with Disabilities — Cat-IV (MD) | 03 |
OPSC AAE Recruitment 2026 Notification
The OPSC AAE Recruitment 2026 notification contains complete details about category-wise vacancies, reservation for Ex-Servicemen and Persons with Disabilities, age limit, educational qualification, examination fee, selection process, and the application procedure. Aspirants are advised to visit the OPSC website for detailed information before applying, as the recruitment is conducted according to the Odisha Agricultural Engineering Service (Methods of Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2018.
Check Official Notification PDF
How to Apply for OPSC AAE 2026?
Candidates applying for the OPSC AAE Recruitment 2026 must complete the process online through the official OPSC website. Applications received through any other mode will not be accepted and will be summarily rejected.
| Step | Procedure |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official OPSC website at https://opsc.gov.in and carefully go through the detailed advertisement. |
| 2 | Register on the OPSC portal and access the proforma application form. |
| 3 | Fill in personal, educational, and category details accurately in the online application form. |
| 4 | Upload the scanned photograph, signature, Left-hand Thumb Impression (LTI), and all required certificates/documents via the e-Chayan portal. |
| 5 | Pay the examination fee online (wherever applicable). |
| 6 | Verify all details of the submitted application copy; a Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN) will be generated. |
| 7 | Submit the application well in advance of the closing date and take a printout of the finally submitted form for future reference. |
Application Fee
Candidates applying for the OPSC AAE Recruitment 2026 are required to pay the examination fee online, except for SC, ST, and PwD category candidates, who are fully exempted.
| Category | Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwD | Exempted (Nil) |
| All Other Candidates | Rs. 700/- (through online mode) |
Note: The examination fee paid shall be refunded only to those candidates who actually appear in both papers of the Written Examination. Applications without payment of examination fee (except SC/ST/PwD candidates) will be treated as incomplete and outrightly rejected.
OPSC AAE Eligibility 2026
The OPSC AAE Recruitment 2026 has laid down clear eligibility criteria regarding age, educational qualification, and knowledge of Odia language.
Age Limit
A candidate must have attained the age of 21 years and must not be above the age of 42 years as on 1st January 2026, i.e., born not earlier than 2nd January 1984 and not later than 1st January 2005.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SEBC / SC / ST / Women / Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
| Persons with Disabilities (40% or more permanent disability) | 10 years |
| PwD belonging to SEBC/SC/ST (cumulative) | 15 years |
Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Agriculture Engineer | Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Engineering from any University or Institution recognized by any State Government or the Government of India. No other equivalent qualification will be accepted. |
OPSC AAE Exam Pattern 2026
The selection process for OPSC AAE Recruitment 2026 comprises a Written Examination followed by a Personality Test (Interview). The written examination consists of two papers of MCQ pattern, evaluated through Optical Mark Recognition (OMR).
| Paper | Full Marks | No. of Questions | Duration | Marking Scheme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours | +1 for correct answer; -25% for wrong answer; 0 for unattempted |
| Paper-II | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours | +1 for correct answer; -25% for wrong answer; 0 for unattempted |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 4 Hours |
OPSC AAE Selection Process 2026
- Written Examination: 200 Marks (Paper-I + Paper-II), scheduled for 1st November 2026 (Sunday) at Cuttack/Bhubaneswar.
- Personality Test/Interview: 25 Marks.
- The Select List will be prepared category-wise in order of merit based on Aggregate Marks (out of 225) secured in the Written Examination and Interview combined.
- In case of a tie, merit is determined first by marks in the Written Examination, and if still equal, by age (older candidate ranked higher).
- The Provisional Answer Key will be uploaded within 10 days of the examination, inviting objections through the applicable online mode.
OPSC AAE Salary 2026
Selected candidates for the post of Assistant Agriculture Engineer will be placed in a permanent post carrying the following pay scale.
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Assistant Agriculture Engineer | Rs. 44,900/- in Level-10, Cell-1 of Pay Matrix (ORSP Rules, 2017), equivalent to pre-revised PB-2 Rs. 9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay Rs. 4,600/- |
Usual Dearness and other Allowances shall be admissible as sanctioned by the Government of Odisha from time to time.
Important Date
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 19th August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 28th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 28th September 2026 (5:00 P.M.) |
| Written Examination Date | 1st November 2026 (Sunday) |
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FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for OPSC AAE 2026?
Ans: The online application window closes on 28th September 2026 at 5:00 P.M.
Q2. How can I apply for OPSC AAE 2026? Ans: Candidates must apply online through the official OPSC website at https://opsc.gov.in using the proforma application.
Q3. How many vacancies are there in OPSC AAE Recruitment 2026? Ans: A total of 48 vacancies (16-W) are available for the post of Assistant Agriculture Engineer, distributed across UR, SEBC, SC, and ST categories.
Q4. What is the eligibility for OPSC AAE 2026? Ans: Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Engineering, be between 21-42 years of age as on 01.01.2026 (with relaxation as per category), and have knowledge of reading, writing, and speaking Odia.
Q5. Is there an application/examination fee for OPSC AAE 2026? Ans: Yes, the fee is Rs. 700/- for candidates other than SC/ST/PwD, who are exempted from payment.
Q6. What is the selection process for OPSC AAE 2026? Ans: Selection involves a Written Examination (200 marks, MCQ pattern across two papers) followed by a Personality Test/Interview (25 marks), for a total of 225 marks.
Q7. When is the OPSC AAE 2026 written examination scheduled? Ans: The written examination is scheduled for 1st November 2026 (Sunday) at Cuttack/Bhubaneswar. Detailed schedule and centre will be notified separately.
Q8. What is the salary for OPSC AAE 2026? Ans: Selected candidates will draw a pay of Rs. 44,900/- in Level-10, Cell-1 of the Pay Matrix under ORSP Rules, 2017, along with Dearness and other allowances.
