NISER Recruitment Dossier

Agriculture Officers

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Agriculture Officers administered by NISER Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NISER Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) Cutoff Date: 2026-05-25 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Accountant and Block Wash Coordinator	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-08-12
Accountant at Crc Jaipur	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Accountant Cum IT Expert Interview Programme	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-08-14
Agriculture Market Systems Leader	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NISER

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Feb 10 2017 TENDER for Computer Maintenance of Central Library Last Date O	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Feb 10 2018 Dept of Botany Submission Date Extended of NIT for Sequencing Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Feb 11 2016 Dept of Zoology TENDER for Chemicals Closing	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Fixing of Agency TENDER	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Agriculture Officers?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-05-25. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NISER Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain niser.ac.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NISER recruitment portal, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal details, email address, and mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

Log in to fill the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, professional experience in agriculture or horticulture, and selecting preferred examination centers across India.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, degree transcripts, caste/category certificates, and passport-sized photograph with signature, adhering strictly to specified file formats and sizes.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the transaction receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and await the release of the admit card on the portal prior to the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Agriculture Officers is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Screening Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, General Awareness, and Basic Computer Literacy.
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Written Exam	100 Marks, 180 Minutes	Agronomy, Soil Science, Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Entomology, Agricultural Extension, and NISER campus landscaping protocols.
Stage 3: Personal Interview	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Technical knowledge evaluation, communication skills, leadership potential, and practical problem-solving in agricultural management.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic and caste certificates, followed by a comprehensive medical fitness test by authorized medical boards.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Agriculture Officers at NISER are recruited under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 10 (Group A, Gazetted) with an entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 29,733), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Bhubaneswar (Class Y city) at 20% (Rs. 11,220), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), the Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 1,02,561. After mandatory statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583), CGHS, and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 93,000. This pay structure is subject to future revisions under the upcoming 8th Central Pay Commission guidelines, ensuring long-term financial growth and robust social security benefits for selected officers.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment to the post of Agriculture Officer at NISER strictly adheres to the statutory reservation policies of the Government of India as mandated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums. Age relaxation is granted to reserved categories: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Agriculture Officers

What is the minimum educational qualification required for the NISER Agriculture Officer post?

Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or a closely related discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 55% marks and relevant field experience.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for selected candidates?

Yes, selected candidates are required to execute a service bond to serve NISER for a minimum period of three years from the date of joining.

What is the duration of the probation period for this role?

The selected Agriculture Officers will be on a probation period of two years, which may be extended based on performance evaluation.

Where will the primary posting location be for the Agriculture Officer?

The primary posting will be at the NISER campus in Jatni, Khurda, Odisha, where they will manage campus landscaping, green initiatives, and agricultural research facilities.

Will there be negative marking in the Computer Based Screening Test?

Yes, a negative marking of 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer in the Stage 1 screening test.

How is the final merit list calculated for selection?

The final merit list is prepared based on a weighted score of 80% from the Stage 2 Domain Specialization Exam and 20% from the Stage 3 Personal Interview.