OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026 - 48 Assistant Agriculture Engineer Posts

Last Date to Apply: 28 September 2026 (5:00 PM)

The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released a job notification for 48 Assistant Agriculture Engineer positions. If you are interested in working for the Government of Odisha in the agriculture department, this is your chance. Read everything you need to know below.

What Is This Job About?

OPSC is hiring Assistant Agriculture Engineers for the Odisha Agricultural Engineering Service. This is a permanent government job in the Department of Agriculture & Farmers' Empowerment. You will work as a Class-II officer in a Group-B position. The job involves engineering work related to agriculture and farming in Odisha.

How Many Posts Are Available?

There are 48 total positions open. Here is the breakdown by category (category means reserved seats for different groups):

The "w" in the numbers means women-reserved positions.

Who Can Apply? (Eligibility)

Check the official notification from OPSC for full eligibility details. The basic requirement is likely a degree in agriculture engineering or related field, but verify this on the official website before applying.

Age Limit

You must be between 21 and 42 years old. Your age will be calculated as on 1 January 2026. This means if you were born before January 1, 2005, and after January 1, 1984, you are eligible.

Salary and Pay Scale

The monthly salary is ₹44,900 (Level-10 in the government pay scale). This is the starting salary and will increase based on your years of service.

Application Fee

You need to pay ₹700 as the application fee when you register online. This is non-refundable.

Important Dates You Must Know

The exam center and exact exam schedule will be announced later on the OPSC website.

How Will the Selection Happen?

This is a competitive recruitment process. You will have to pass:

• Written Examination: A written test to check your knowledge and skills.
• Personality Test (Interview): A face-to-face interview to assess your suitability for the job.

Only candidates who clear the written exam will be called for the interview.

How to Apply Online

Follow these simple steps:

1. Visit the official OPSC website: opsc.gov.in
2. Look for the recruitment notification for Advertisement No. 08 of 2026-27.
3. Click on the "Apply Online" link.
4. Register yourself by creating a new account (if you don't have one).
5. Fill in all your personal details, educational qualification, and work experience carefully.
6. Upload scanned copies of required documents (as mentioned in the notification).
7. Pay the application fee of ₹700 online using debit card, credit card, or net banking.
8. Submit the form before 28 September 2026 at 5:00 PM.
9. Download and save your application receipt for future reference.

Important: Apply only through the official OPSC website. Applications sent by post, email, or any other method will not be accepted.

Things to Remember

• Your age and qualification will be checked as on 1 January 2026.
• This is a permanent job that is likely to continue indefinitely.
• Apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute problems.
• Keep all your documents ready before you start the online application.
• Do not share your login credentials or application details with anyone.

Where to Find More Information?

Visit the official OPSC website at opsc.gov.in for the complete notification, detailed eligibility criteria, and exam syllabus. The official notification (Notice No. 4661/PSC dated 19.08.2026) contains all the details you need to know.

Start preparing for the written exam now. You have about two months before the exam date of 1 November 2026.