Assam Public Service Commission
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has released a notification for the recruitment of 195 Agricultural Development Officer (ADO) posts under the Agriculture Department, Assam. Interested and eligible candidates are invited to apply online for these positions.
Vacancy Details :
Name of the Post: Agricultural Development Officer (ADO)
Total Number of Posts: 195
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution:
- UR: 112
- OBC/MOBC: 37
- SC: 14
- STP: 23
- STH: 9
Scale of Pay:
- Pay Band-4: Rs. 30,000/- to Rs. 1,10,000/-
- Grade Pay: Rs. 12,700/-
Department: Agriculture Department, Government of Assam
Eligibility Criteria & Education Qualification :
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Citizenship: Candidates must be Indian citizens as defined in Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India.
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Residentship:
- The candidate must be a permanent resident of Assam.
- The candidate must provide a PRC (Permanent Resident Certificate) issued in Assam for educational purposes or an Employment Exchange Registration Certificate as proof of residency.
Age Limit:
- The candidate should be not less than 21 years and not more than 38 years as on 01/01/2025.
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC/MOBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- For further details, please refer to the official notification.
Educational Qualification:
- The candidate must have a B.Sc. (Agriculture) degree or an equivalent degree recognized by a government-recognized university and the Government of Assam.
Employment Exchange Registration:
- Candidates must be registered in any of the employment exchanges in Assam.
Small Family Norms:
- Candidates must submit a declaration regarding "The Small Family Norms" in Form-A when applying for the post.
Application Fee:
- General: Rs. 297.20/-
- OBC/MOBC: Rs. 197.20/-
- SC/ST/BPL/PwBD: Rs. 47.20/-
How to Apply :
- Visit the official recruitment portal of Assam Public Service Commission.
- Scroll down and go to the Important Web-Links section.
- Click on the Online Application Form link.
- A new page will open where you will need to : Enter all your personal and educational details.
- Upload your passport-sized photograph, signature, and other required documents.
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Finally, click on the Submit button.
- Don’t forget to take a printout of the submitted application form.
Important Dates:
- Starting Date for Online Application: 18th March 2025
- Last Date for Online Application: 17th April 2025
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FAQ :
1. What is the last date to apply for the Agriculture Department Recruitment?
The last date to submit the online application is 17th April 2025.
2. How many Agricultural Development Officer (ADO) posts are available?
There are a total of 195 posts available for the Agricultural Development Officer position
3. What is the scale of pay for the Agricultural Development Officer (ADO) post?
The pay scale for the ADO post is Pay Band-4: Rs. 30,000/- to Rs. 1,10,000/- with a Grade Pay of Rs. 12,700/-.
4. What is the age limit for applying to the ADO post?
The age of the candidates should be between 21 to 38 years as of 01/01/2025. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC/MOBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
5. What are the educational qualifications required for the ADO post?
Applicants must have a B.Sc. (Agriculture) degree or an equivalent degree recognized by the Government of Assam.
6. What are the residency requirements to apply for the ADO post?
Candidates must be permanent residents of Assam and must provide a PRC (Permanent Resident Certificate) or an Employment Exchange Registration certificate as proof of residency.
7. Is there any application fee?
Yes, the application fee varies based on the category of the candidate:
- General: Rs. 297.20/-
- OBC/MOBC: Rs. 197.20/-
- SC/ST/BPL/PwBD: Rs. 47.20/-
8. How can I apply for the Agriculture Development Officer post?
To apply, follow these steps:
- Visit the official recruitment portal of Assam Public Service Commission.
- Click on the Online Application Form link.
- Enter your personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents such as your photograph, signature, and certificates.
- Pay the application fee as per your category.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
9. What documents are required for the application?
You will need to upload the following documents:
- Passport-sized photograph
- Signature
- Educational certificates
- PRC or Employment Exchange Registration certificate (for Assam residents)
- Any other required documents as per the official notification.
10. What is the starting and last date for submitting the online application?
- Starting Date: 18th March 2025
- Last Date: 17th April 2025
11. Do I need to submit a physical copy of the application?
No, the application needs to be submitted online. There is no requirement for submitting a physical copy unless otherwise specified by the authorities.
12. Where can I find the official notification and application form?
The official notification and online application form are available on the official recruitment portal of the Assam Public Service Commission.
