The State Public Service Commission has officially published the recruitment advertisement, Advt. No. 08 of 2026-27 (Notice No. 4661/PSC) for direct recruitment to the post of Assistant Agriculture, Class-II (Group-B) in the Agricultural Engineering Service under the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment. A total of Various vacancies (including 16 reserved for women) are available.
Eligible candidates possessing a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering can submit their online applications through the official commission portal before the closing deadline.
Below are the complete details regarding this recruitment drive, covering vacancy distributions, eligibility criteria, pay scales, selection process, and step-by-step application instructions.
Recruitment Overview
- Organization: Public Service Commission / Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment
- Advertisement Number: Advt. No. 08 of 2026-27 (Notice No. 4661/PSC)
- Post Name: Assistant Agriculture Engineer (Class-II, Group-B)
- Service Cadre: Agricultural Engineering Service
- Total Vacancies: Various Posts
- Job Nature: Permanent State Government Employment
- Pay Scale: Level-10 (Cell-1) of Pay Matrix (Starting Basic Pay: ₹44,900/- per month + DA, HRA & standard allowances)
- Application Mode: Online Only
Educational Qualification Requirements
Candidates must satisfy the following academic and language prerequisites:
- Degree Qualification: Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering (B.Tech / B.E. / B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering) from a recognized University or Institution.
(Note: Degrees in other branches of engineering are strictly not accepted).
- Language Prerequisite: Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak the official state language (having passed Middle School / Matriculation or equivalent examination with the state language as a subject or medium of examination).
Age Limit Criteria (As on 01.01.2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years (Candidate must have been born between January 02, 1984, and January 01, 2005)
- Permissible Age Relaxations:
- SC / ST / SEBC Candidates: 5 Years
- Women Candidates: 5 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: 5 Years
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD): 10 Years (Cumulative up to 15 years for reserved PwD)
Selection Process
The recruitment selection comprises the following sequential stages:
- Written Examination (200 Marks): Objective multiple-choice (MCQ) evaluation comprising two papers (100 marks each, 2 hours duration per paper):
- Paper-I (100 Marks): General Engineering, Farm Power & Machinery, Surveying, and Workshop Technology.
- Paper-II (100 Marks): Agricultural Processing, Food Engineering, Hydrology, Soil & Water Conservation Engineering, and Irrigation/Drainage Systems.
- Personality Test / Viva-Voce (25 Marks): For shortlisted candidates qualifying the written exam (in approx. 1:2 ratio of vacancies).
- Document Verification & Medical Check: Final verification of original degree certificates, mark sheets, category certificates, and medical fitness clearance.
How to Apply for Assistant Agriculture Engineer Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online by following these steps:
- Access the Commission Portal: Visit the official state public service commission website.
- New Registration: Click on the online application link for Assistant Agriculture Engineer (Advt. No. 08 of 2026-27) and register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill Application Form: Enter personal details, academic scores, and contact information accurately.
- Upload Scanned Documents: Upload clear scanned images of your recent passport-sized photograph, full signature, and Left-Hand Thumb Impression (LTI).
- Fee Payment: Pay the application fee of ₹700/- online (if applicable) and provide your bank account details for eligible fee refund processing.
- Submit Form: Verify all entered details, submit the application before September 28, 2026 (5:00 PM), and download/print the final confirmation copy for future reference.
Official Notification: Download the notification.
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