The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released Advertisement No. 08 of 2026-27 (Notice No. 4661/PSC dated 19 August 2026) inviting online applications for 48 posts of Assistant Agriculture Engineer, Class-II (Group-B) in the Odisha Agricultural Engineering Service, under the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment, Government of Odisha. This is a permanent post with a starting basic pay of Rs. 44,900 per month (Level 10 under ORSP Rules, 2017). Only candidates holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Engineering from a recognized university are eligible – no equivalent qualification is accepted. The application portal opens on 28 August 2026 and closes on 28 September 2026 at 5:00 PM at opsc.gov.in. The written examination is confirmed for 01 November 2026 (Sunday).
Important – Read Before You Apply: Only a B.E./B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering is accepted – no equivalent or allied engineering degree will be considered. Knowledge of Odia (read, write, speak) is mandatory and must be evidenced through one of the specified certifications. The examination fee of Rs. 700 is refundable but ONLY to candidates who appear in BOTH papers of the written examination – those who miss either paper will not receive a refund. Upload a scanned Left-Hand Thumb Impression (LTI) along with your photograph and signature – this is mandatory. Community/caste category once entered in the online application cannot be changed under any circumstances. SEBC candidates must ensure their certificate is dated on or after 29 August 2023. OBC certificates are NOT accepted in place of an SEBC certificate for Odisha reservations.
OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC), Cuttack |
| Controlling Department | Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment, Government of Odisha |
| Notice No. | 4661/PSC, dated 19 August 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 08 of 2026-27 |
| Post Name | Assistant Agriculture Engineer, Class-II (Group-B), Odisha Agricultural Engineering Service |
| Total Posts | 48 (including 16 posts reserved for women) |
| Nature of Post | Permanent, likely to continue |
| Recruitment Mode | Written Examination (MCQ, 200 marks) followed by Personality Test/Interview (25 marks) |
| Application Mode | Online only at opsc.gov.in |
| Application Start | 28 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 28 September 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Written Examination | 01 November 2026 (Sunday) |
| Age and Qualification Reckoning Date | 01 January 2026 |
| Official Website | opsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 19 August 2026 |
| Online registration and fee payment start | 28 August 2026 |
| Online application last date | 28 September 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Written examination | 01 November 2026 (Sunday) |
| Exam centre | Cuttack/Bhubaneswar (detailed schedule to be notified on opsc.gov.in) |
Vacancy Details – Category-wise
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 22 (07 for women) |
| SEBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Class) | 03 (01 for women) |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 08 (03 for women) |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 15 (05 for women) |
| Total | 48 (16 for women) |
Horizontal Reservations (within the above 48 posts):
| Sub-Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen | 01 |
| PwD – Category II (Hard of Hearing) | 03 |
| PwD – Category IV (Multiple Disabilities) | 03 |
Ex-Servicemen and PwD candidates will be adjusted against the category (UR/SEBC/SC/ST) to which they belong. PwD candidates must have a permanent disability of 40% or more. Vacancy numbers are subject to change by the Government without notice.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree | Bachelor’s Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Agriculture Engineering |
| Institution | From any University or Institution recognized by a State Government or the Government of India |
| Equivalent qualifications | NOT accepted – only Agriculture Engineering degree is eligible |
Knowledge of Odia (Mandatory):
Candidates must be able to read, write and speak Odia, and must satisfy at least ONE of the following conditions:
- Passed Middle School Examination with Odia as a language subject; or
- Passed Matriculation or equivalent with Odia as the medium of examination in a non-language subject; or
- Passed Odia as a language subject in the final Class VII examination from a recognized school; or
- Passed a test in Odia at Middle English School Standard, conducted by the School and Mass Education Department, Government of Odisha, or the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha.
Other Conditions:
- Must be a citizen of India
- Must be of sound mental and bodily health, free from defects likely to interfere with duty discharge; all selected candidates will be examined by a Medical Board
- Candidates with more than one living spouse are not eligible unless exempted by the State Government
- Candidates debarred by OPSC or any other PSC/UPSC are not eligible during the debarment period
- Serving government employees are eligible but must inform their Head of Office in writing and furnish an NOC at the document verification stage
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 01 January 2026.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| All candidates | 21 to 42 years |
| Date of birth range | Not earlier than 02 January 1984 and not later than 01 January 2005 |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SEBC/SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen | 5 years (maximum 47 years) |
| Persons with Disabilities (40% or more permanent disability) | 10 years (maximum 52 years) |
| PwD belonging to SEBC/SC/ST | Cumulative 15 years (maximum 57 years) |
Only the date of birth as recorded in the HSC or equivalent certificate will be accepted – no other document for age proof. A candidate eligible for relaxation under more than one category gets only the single most beneficial relaxation.
Pay Scale
| Level | Starting Basic Pay | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Level 10, Cell 1, ORSP Rules 2017 | Rs. 44,900 per month | Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400 per month |
Allowances (DA, HRA, etc.) are as sanctioned by the Government of Odisha. Candidates appointed on or after 01 January 2005 are covered under the National Pension System (Contributory Pension Scheme) and are NOT eligible for pension under the Odisha Civil Service (Pension) Rules, 1992.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates except SC/ST/PwD | Rs. 700 |
| SC/ST/PwD | Nil (fully exempted) |
Fee refund condition: The Rs. 700 fee is refunded only to candidates who appear in BOTH Paper-I and Paper-II of the Written Examination. Candidates who miss either paper will not receive a refund. Refund is processed to the original payment mode; candidates must provide accurate bank account details in the application.
Selection Process
Stage 1 – Written Examination (200 marks, 01 November 2026):
| Paper | Subject | Marks | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | General Engineering (Farm Machinery and Power + related) | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
| Paper-II | Agricultural Processing, Food Engineering and Soil-Water Conservation Engineering | 100 | 100 | 2 hours |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 4 hours |
- Both papers are objective-type MCQ with OMR-based evaluation
- Each correct answer: 1 mark
- Negative marking: 25% of the mark allotted for each wrong answer (0.25 mark deducted per wrong answer)
- Unattempted questions: zero marks
- OPSC will fix qualifying marks for each paper and/or in aggregate, category-wise
Shortlisting for Interview: Candidates meeting qualifying marks are shortlisted for the Personality Test at a ratio of approximately 1:2 of the advertised vacancies per category (minimum 5 candidates per category).
Stage 2 – Personality Test/Interview (25 marks):
Final Select List is drawn in order of combined merit (Written Exam + Interview = 225 marks), category-wise, equal to the number of vacancies. Ties resolved first by Written Exam marks; if still tied, older candidate placed higher.
Syllabus Highlights
The syllabus is at Bachelor’s Degree standard across two papers.
Paper-I – General Engineering:
Section A: Computer programming and data structures, workshop practice, applied electronics and instrumentation, agricultural statistics, units and dimensions, surveying and levelling, building construction and cost estimation, greenhouse design.
Section B (Farm Machinery and Power): Farm machinery, farm power, tractor systems and controls, farm power/machinery management, human engineering and safety, precision agriculture, renewable energy engineering, systems engineering.
Paper-II – Agricultural Processing, Food Engineering and Soil-Water Conservation Engineering:
Section A: Engineering properties of food materials, grain processing, drying and storage of crops, horticultural produce processing, thermal processing, food laws (FSSAI, BIS, Codex Alimentarius).
Section B: Fluid mechanics, irrigation engineering, drainage engineering, groundwater, wells and pumps, hydrology, soil and water conservation engineering, watershed management.
The complete detailed syllabus is published as Appendix-A of the official notification available at opsc.gov.in.
How to Apply for OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official OPSC website at opsc.gov.in (portal opens 28 August 2026) and read the full advertisement carefully before proceeding.
- Register and complete the online application form through the OPSC e-Chayan portal. Ensure all information is accurate before submission.
- Upload a scanned recent passport-size photograph (unsigned, unattested, within last 6 months), scanned full signature, and scanned Left-Hand Thumb Impression (LTI) – all must be clearly identifiable.
- Upload all required certificates and documents in scanned form.
- Pay the examination fee of Rs. 700 online (SC/ST/PwD candidates are exempted). Provide accurate bank account details for fee refund purposes.
- Upon successful submission, a unique Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN) will be generated – note this for future reference.
- If any correction is needed, cancel the application and reapply before the closing date.
- Take a printout of the final submitted application, sign the declaration, and retain it along with document copies for verification when called.
- Download the Admission Certificate from the OPSC website before 01 November 2026 and carry it to the examination centre.
Documents Required
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| HSC/Matriculation certificate | Proof of date of birth – only this accepted |
| Intermediate/+2 certificate | |
| B.E./B.Tech Agriculture Engineering degree and mark sheets | From HSC to degree, including all failed attempt mark sheets |
| Odia qualification certificate | As per one of the four specified conditions |
| SEBC/SC/ST caste certificate | SEBC certificate must be dated on or after 29 August 2023; Women must produce “daughter of” certificate |
| PwD certificate | Permanent disability of 40% or more, from competent Medical Board |
| Ex-Servicemen Release Certificate | Plus notarised Affidavit in Appendix-B format |
| NOC from Head of Office | For serving government employees |
| Proof of identity | Aadhaar/Voter ID/Driving Licence/Passport/PAN Card |
| Four recent passport-size photographs | Unsigned, unattested, within last 6 months |
Important Instructions
- Only Agriculture Engineering degree holders are eligible. No other degree – however allied – will be accepted.
- Odia language qualification is mandatory. Candidates without the prescribed Odia certification will not be appointed even if selected.
- Community/caste category once entered in the online application cannot be changed at any stage.
- SEBC certificate must be dated on or after 29 August 2023. OBC certificates are not accepted in place of SEBC certificates under Odisha reservation rules.
- Women candidates claiming SEBC/SC/ST reservation must submit a caste certificate showing “daughter of” the relevant community member – certificates “wife of” an SEBC/SC/ST person are not acceptable.
- The fee of Rs. 700 is refunded only if the candidate appears in BOTH papers of the written exam. Missing either paper forfeits the refund.
- Upload LTI (Left-Hand Thumb Impression) along with photograph and signature – incomplete uploads will result in rejection.
- Do not attach original certificates during online application; only self-attested copies are required when called for document verification.
- Candidates appointed on or after 01 January 2005 will be covered under the National Pension System and are not eligible for traditional pension benefits.
- Complaints about the exam must be submitted to the OPSC Grievance Wing within 7 days of the examination; late complaints will not be entertained.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online – Advertisement No. 08 of 2026-27 | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| OPSC Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions – OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is OPSC AEE Recruitment 2026?
✅ The Odisha Public Service Commission has notified 48 posts of Assistant Agriculture Engineer (Group-B) in the Odisha Agricultural Engineering Service under Advertisement No. 08 of 2026-27, for the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment, Government of Odisha.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for OPSC AEE 2026?
✅ 28 September 2026 at 5:00 PM. The application portal opens on 28 August 2026 at opsc.gov.in. Apply well before the deadline.
Q3. Which engineering degree is accepted for OPSC AEE 2026?
✅ Only a Bachelor’s Degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Agriculture Engineering from a recognized university or institution. No equivalent or allied engineering qualification is accepted under any circumstances.
Q4. What is the written examination date for OPSC AEE 2026?
✅ 01 November 2026 (Sunday). The exam consists of two MCQ papers of 100 marks each (200 marks total, 4 hours combined). Negative marking of 25% applies per wrong answer.
Q5. What is the pay for OPSC AEE 2026?
✅ Starting basic pay of Rs. 44,900 per month at Level 10 (Cell 1) under Odisha Revised Scale of Pay Rules, 2017, plus Dearness Allowance and other admissible allowances. Candidates appointed on or after 01 January 2005 are covered under NPS (not eligible for traditional pension).
Q6. What is the application fee and is it refundable?
✅ Rs. 700 for all candidates except SC/ST/PwD (who are fully exempted). The fee is refunded to candidates who appear in BOTH papers of the written examination, processed to the original payment mode. Candidates who miss either paper will not receive any refund.
Q7. What is the age limit for OPSC AEE 2026?
✅ 21 to 42 years as on 01 January 2026 for all candidates. SEBC/SC/ST/Women/Ex-Servicemen get 5 years relaxation; PwD candidates (permanent disability 40% or more) get 10 years relaxation; PwD from SEBC/SC/ST get cumulative 15 years relaxation.
Q8. Is Odia language knowledge mandatory for OPSC AEE 2026?
✅ Yes. Candidates must be able to read, write and speak Odia and must satisfy one of the four specified Odia qualification conditions. Candidates without the prescribed Odia qualification cannot be appointed even if they qualify the written exam and interview.
Q9. Can I upload an OBC certificate for SEBC reservation in OPSC AEE 2026?
✅ No. OBC certificates are not accepted in place of SEBC certificates. Odisha uses SEBC (Socially and Educationally Backward Class) as its reservation category; the SEBC certificate must be issued on or after 29 August 2023 and must be in the Government of Odisha prescribed format.
Q10. What is the selection process for OPSC AEE 2026?
✅ Two stages – Written Examination (200 marks) followed by Personality Test/Interview (25 marks). Candidates shortlisted from the written exam at a 1:2 ratio per category (minimum 5 per category) are called for interview. Final merit is based on combined score out of 225 marks.
Disclaimer: This article is based on Advertisement No. 08 of 2026-27 (Notice No. 4661/PSC dated 19 August 2026) released by the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC), Cuttack. The total of 48 vacancies includes 16 posts reserved for women and is subject to change by the Government without notice. The application portal opens on 28 August 2026. Only B.E./B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering is accepted as the qualifying degree. The examination fee of Rs. 700 is refundable only upon appearing in both papers of the written examination. Candidates must verify all current details from opsc.gov.in before applying. JobShouter.com is not associated with OPSC in any manner.
