APSC Agricultural Development Officer Recruitment 2025 – 195 Posts, Online Apply

An official announcement for the hiring of 195 Agricultural Development Officer (ADO) positions in the Assam Agriculture Department has been made by the Assam Public Service Commission (APSC). By selecting competent individuals to support and carry out various government agricultural policies and programs, this hiring attempt seeks to improve the state’s agricultural industry.

The chosen applicants will be essential in advising farmers, advancing contemporary farming methods, and advancing Assam’s agricultural growth as a whole.

For those with a B.Sc. in Agriculture or a related degree, this permanent government job offers a fantastic career option. During the designated dates, interested and qualified individuals may submit an online application via the APSC recruiting portal.

Recruitment Overview

Post Name	Agricultural Development Officer (ADO)
Total Vacancies	195
Job Type	Permanent Government Job
Application Mode	Online
Technical Support	Email: cceapsc@gmail.com, Phone: 1800-572-23-43

Vacancy Details

Category-Wise Distribution

Category	Open	OBC/MOBC	SC	STP	STH	Total
Vacancies	112	37	14	23	9	195

PwBD Reservation Details

Disability Type	Vacancies
Blindness & Low Vision	5
Deaf & Hard of Hearing	4
Locomotor Disability	1
Autism & Others	4
Total	14

Important Dates

Online Application Start Date	18 March 2025
Last Date for Application Submission	17 April 2025
Last Date for Payment of Application Fee	19 April 2025

Eligibility Criteria

1. Citizenship Requirements

• The candidate must be an Indian Citizen per Articles 5 to 8 of the Indian Constitution.
• The candidate must be a permanent resident of Assam.
• Proof of domicile: Candidates must upload a Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) of Assam or an Employment Exchange Registration Certificate.

2. Educational Qualifications

Qualification	Requirement
Minimum Qualification	B.Sc (Agriculture) from a recognized university
Equivalent Degree	Degree equivalent to B.Sc (Agriculture) recognized by the Government of Assam

3. Age Limit (as of 01.01.2025)

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 38 years

Age Relaxation:

Category	Upper Age Limit
SC/ST	43 years
OBC/MOBC	41 years
Ex-Servicemen	50 years
PwBD	48 years
Govt Employees	50 years

4. Application Fee 

Sl. No.	Category	Application Fee (Rs)	Processing Fee Charged by CSCSPV (Rs)	Taxable Amount on Processing Fee (@18%) (Rs)	Total Amount (Rs)
1	General	250	40	7.20	297.20
2	OBC/MOBC	150	40	7.20	197.20
3	SC/ST/BPL/PwBD	NIL	40	7.20	47.20

Salary Structure

Post	Pay Scale	Grade Pay	Pay Band	In-Hand Salary (Approx.)
Agricultural Development Officer	₹30,000 – ₹1,10,000	₹12,700	Pay Band 4	₹55,000 – ₹65,000

Exam Pattern, Syllabus

This recruitment does not involve a written examination. Selection is based on qualification and interview. Since there is no written exam, a syllabus is not applicable.

Also Read: Agricultural Development Officer (ADO) Syllabus and Exam Pattern

How to Apply

1. Register on APSC Portal: Go to APSC’s recruitment website and complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process. You will need to provide basic details to register.

1. Login and Fill in Details: After registration, log in using your credentials. Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, work experience, upload a recent photo and signature, and other required documents.

1. Document Upload: Ensure you upload documents (e.g., certificates, ID proofs) in PDF format. Each file should not exceed 2 MB and should be legible.
   
2. Preview Application: Before final submission, preview the application form and uploaded documents to check for accuracy and completeness.
   
3. Final Submission: Once everything is correct, click on ‘Submit’. Note that you cannot edit the application after submission.
   
4. Pay the Application Fee: After submission, you will need to pay the application fee. Payment is non-refundable.
   
5. Payment Issues: If there’s an issue with payment (e.g., double payment), contact the bank or use the “Validate Payment” button to verify the payment.
   
6. Confirmation Email: After successful submission and payment, an auto-generated confirmation email will be sent to your registered email address.
   
7. Print the Application: After submission, take a printout of your application for future reference.
   
8. Important Notes:
   
   • Only submit one application per post.
     
   • Ensure that all documents are legible and complete before submission.
     
   • For payment-related issues, contact the GRAS Helpline or your respective bank.
     

Additional Help:

• For payment-related assistance, reach out to the GRAS Helpline at 1800-212-11-88-66 or visit the GRAS Helpdesk.
  
• If you need assistance with application submission, you can also visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC).

Selection Process

The selection process begins with the screening of candidates based on their qualifications and eligibility criteria. Applicants who meet the specified requirements will be considered for the next stage.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview. During the interview, the selection panel will assess various aspects of the candidate including knowledge, skills and suitability for the position. The performance at this stage plays a crucial role in determining the outcome.

The final selection will be made based on the candidates’ interview performance. Those who successfully pass this stage and meet all required criteria will be selected for the position.

Result

• The final selection list will be published on the APSC website.
• Selected candidates will receive an email/SMS notification

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