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OPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 notification for 22 vacancies in Odisha

OPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 — The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has released Advertisement No. 06 of 2026-27 for direct recruitment to 22 posts of Assistant Horticulture Officer (Group-B, Class-II) in the Odisha Horticulture Service, under the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment. Online applications are open from 28 July to 28 August 2026 at opsc.gov.in. Check eligibility, salary, exam pattern and how to apply below.

Post Name

Assistant Horticulture Officer

Total Vacancies

Status

Open

Salary (Pay Level-10)

Level-10, Cell-1 (ORSP 2017) — Basic ₹44,900 (pre-revised PB-2 ₹9,300–34,800 + GP ₹4,600), plus DA, HRA and other allowances. Approx. in-hand ₹59,000–₹64,000/month for a new entrant.

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About OPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026

The Odisha Public Service Commission conducts recruitment for the Assistant Horticulture Officer (Group-B) post under the Odisha Horticulture Service. Through Advertisement No. 06 of 2026-27, OPSC will fill 22 vacancies via a competitive written examination followed by a personality test (interview). Candidates holding a B.Sc. in Horticulture or Agriculture, meeting the age and Odia-language requirements, can apply online at opsc.gov.in before the last date.

OPSC AHO 2026 Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start Date	28 July 2026
Application Last Date	28 August 2026 (5:00 PM)
Tentative Written Exam Date	27 September 2026

OPSC AHO 2026 Vacancy Details

Post	UR	SC	ST	Total
Assistant Horticulture Officer	6 (2-W)	7 (2-W)	9 (3-W)	22 (7-W)

“W” = vacancies reserved for women within that category. Verify the exact category break-up (including SEBC/EWS/PwBD) in the official notification.

Eligibility Criteria

Requirement	Details
Educational Qualification	B.Sc. in Horticulture or B.Sc. in Agriculture from a recognised university (no other equivalent qualification accepted)
Language	Must be able to read, write and speak Odia (as per Odisha government rules)

Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026)

Category	Min Age	Max Age
UR / General	21	42
SC / ST / SEBC / Women	21	47 (+5 yrs relaxation)

Age relaxation for reserved categories is as per Odisha government rules — confirm the exact upper limit for your category in the notification.

Application Fee

Category	Fee
UR / SEBC	₹700
SC / ST / PwD (Odisha)	Nil

Fee is paid online (card / UPI / net banking / wallet) and is refunded only to candidates who actually appear in both papers of the written examination.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Stage	Details
Written Examination	200 marks — two papers (100 marks each) on Horticulture/Agriculture subjects
Personality Test / Interview	25 marks
Document Verification	Final stage for shortlisted candidates

Confirm the exact paper-wise syllabus and marking scheme in the official notification.

How to Apply for OPSC AHO 2026

1Visit the official OPSC website: opsc.gov.in.
2Open Advertisement No. 06 of 2026-27 (Assistant Horticulture Officer) and read the notification.
3Register / log in and fill the online application with accurate details.
4Upload photo, signature and the required documents in the specified format.
5Pay the fee online (UR/SEBC), review the form and submit before 28 August 2026 (5 PM).
6Download and print the submitted application for future reference.

Documents Required

✓ HSC / 10th certificate (for date of birth)
✓ +2 / Intermediate certificate
✓ B.Sc. (Horticulture/Agriculture) degree & all marksheets
✓ Recent passport-size photographs
✓ Caste / category certificate (SC/ST/SEBC) if applicable
✓ PwD / Ex-Serviceman certificate if applicable
✓ Proof of identity (Aadhaar / other)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

QHow many Assistant Horticulture Officer posts are there in OPSC 2026?

AThere are 22 vacancies under Advertisement No. 06 of 2026-27, including 7 reserved for women.

QWhat is the salary of an OPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer?

AThe post is in Pay Level-10 (Cell-1), Basic ₹44,900 (pre-revised PB-2 ₹9,300–34,800 + GP ₹4,600), with an approximate in-hand of ₹59,000–₹64,000 per month for a new entrant.

QWhat is the age limit for OPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer 2026?

ACandidates must be between 21 and 42 years as on 01.01.2026, with age relaxation for reserved categories as per Odisha rules.

QWhen is the OPSC AHO written exam?

AThe written examination is tentatively scheduled for 27 September 2026.

QWhat is the application fee for OPSC AHO 2026?

A₹700 for UR/SEBC candidates; SC/ST/PwD candidates of Odisha are exempt. The fee is refunded only if you appear in both written papers.

QWhat qualification is needed for OPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer?

AA B.Sc. in Horticulture or Agriculture from a recognised university, plus the ability to read, write and speak Odia.

✅ Pre-Application Checklist

📄

Download and read Advertisement No. 06 of 2026-27 from opsc.gov.in

Step 1

🎓

Confirm your B.Sc. (Horticulture/Agriculture) meets the qualification exactly

Step 2

🎂

Check your age is within 21–42 years as on 01.01.2026 (with relaxation if eligible)

Step 3

📷

Keep scanned photo, signature and certificates ready in the required format

Step 4

💳

Keep UPI / card / net banking ready for the ₹700 fee (UR/SEBC)

Step 5

📅

Apply well before 28 August 2026 (5 PM) — don’t wait for the last day

Step 6

🖨️

After submitting, download and save the application printout

Step 7

Tick each step as you complete it before the deadline

📚 Preparation Tips

1Build a strong base in core Horticulture and Agriculture subjects — the written exam is entirely subject-based across two papers.

2Follow the official OPSC syllabus for the exact topics and weightage in each paper.

3Practise previous OPSC AHO / Agriculture Officer question papers to learn the pattern.

4Prepare for the 25-mark interview alongside — it can decide the final merit in a small-vacancy exam.

Official Website

https://opsc.gov.in

Apply through the official OPSC portal for Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 before 28 August 2026.

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