OPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 22 Vacancies | Apply Online
Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC)
OPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026
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Total Vacancies
22
Last Date
28/08/2026
OPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Odisha Public Service Commission for recruitment to the post of Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 under the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment. Eligible candidates possessing the prescribed qualifications can submit their online applications within the notified period.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Horticulture Officer | 22 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 PM |
Educational Qualification
OPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 requires candidates to possess the prescribed educational qualification before the closing date of the online application. Applicants for Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 must carefully verify that they meet all eligibility conditions mentioned in the official notification.
- Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Horticulture [B.Sc. (Horticulture)] from any University or Institution recognized by any State Government or the Government of India. OR
- Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture [B.Sc. (Agriculture)] from any University or Institution recognized by any State Government or the Government of India.
Age Limit
OPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 prescribes the minimum and maximum age limits for all eligible candidates. Applicants for Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 should ensure that they satisfy the age criteria before submitting the online application.
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
- Age Calculation Date: 01 January 2026
- Candidates must have been born not earlier than 02 January 1984 and not later than 01 January 2005.
- Age Relaxation is Applicable as per the Govt. rules.
Application Fee
OPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 requires eligible candidates to pay the prescribed examination fee through online mode. Candidates applying for OPSC Recruitment 2026 should complete the fee payment before final submission of the application.
- For SC / ST / PwBD / Internal Candidates: Nil
- For All Other Candidates: ₹700
- Payment Mode: Online Gateway
- The examination fee shall be refunded only to those candidates who actually appear in both papers of the written examination.
How To Apply
OPSC Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 applications are to be submitted only through the official online portal of OPSC. Candidates applying for Assistant Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026 should carefully follow the official application procedure given below.
- Read the complete advertisement available on the OPSC website before filling the online application form.
- Submit the application only through the official OPSC online application portal. Applications received through any other mode shall not be accepted and will be summarily rejected.
- Before filling the online application form, carefully read all detailed instructions available on the OPSC portal.
- The online application system is automated and guides candidates through the application process. Enter all information carefully and verify every detail before final submission.
- If any correction is required after submission, the candidate must cancel the submitted application and submit a fresh application before the last date of application.
- Upload the following scanned files in the prescribed format:
- Latest passport-size photograph.
- Full signature.
- Left Thumb Impression (LTI).
The uploaded photograph, signature and thumb impression must be clearly visible; otherwise, the application is liable to be rejected.
- Keep at least four copies of the uploaded passport-size photograph for future use.
- After successful online registration, a unique Permanent Public Service Account Number (PPSAN) will be generated.
- Take a printout of the finally submitted Online Registration Form and Online Application Form.
- Sign the printed application under the declaration and preserve it along with copies of all required certificates/documents for future document verification.
- Upload the required scanned original documents, including:
- H.S.C./Equivalent Certificate (Age Proof)
- +2/Intermediate Certificate
- B.Sc. (Horticulture) or B.Sc. (Agriculture) Degree Certificate
- All mark sheets from H.S.C. to Bachelor’s Degree
- Conversion Certificate for Grade Marks, wherever applicable
- Caste Certificate, wherever applicable
- Required Odia Test Pass Certificate
- Permanent Disability Certificate, wherever applicable
- Ex-Serviceman Release Certificate and Affidavit, wherever applicable
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), wherever applicable
- Identity Proof such as Aadhaar, EPIC, Driving Licence, Passport or PAN Card
- Third Gender/Transgender Certificate and supporting documents, wherever applicable
- Candidates qualifying the written examination must produce the hard copy of the online application along with self-attested copies and original certificates during document verification.
- Every photocopy submitted during document verification must contain the declaration “Submitted by me and Certified as genuine and has not been cancelled” along with the candidate’s full signature and date.
- Do not attach original certificates with the application.
- Submit the online application well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
- Eligible candidates must download the Admission Certificate (Admit Card) from the OPSC website before the written examination. No separate communication will be sent.
- Notices regarding document verification and interview will also be uploaded on the OPSC website.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 18 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 28 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration & Submission | 28 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Written Examination (Tentative) | 27 September 2026 (Sunday) |
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