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Agronomy and Horticulture

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Agronomy and Horticulture 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
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Accountant Cum IT Expert Interview Programme	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-08-14
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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 Agronomy and Horticulture?

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 to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email, mobile number, and basic personal details to generate unique login credentials.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, experience letters, caste/reservation certificates, a recent passport-sized photograph, and signature, adhering strictly to the specified file size and format.

Fill out the detailed online application form, entering academic qualifications, professional experience in agronomy or horticulture, and selecting preferred examination centers before saving the progress.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, ensuring to download and print the system-generated transaction receipt for future reference.

After successful verification of applications, download the admit card from the NISER portal using login credentials, which contains the exam date, venue, and mandatory instructions.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Agronomy and Horticulture 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 Scientific Temper
Stage 2: Domain Specialization Written Examination	120 Marks, 150 Minutes	Principles of Agronomy, Horticulture Crop Management, Soil Science and Nutrient Management, Floriculture and Landscaping, Plant Breeding and Genetics
Stage 3: Skill Test and Technical Interview	Qualifying / 50 Marks	Identification of Plant Species, Soil Testing Methodologies, Design of Irrigation Systems, Viva-Voce on Field Management
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	No Marks, Verification Only	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Certificate Validation, No Objection Certificate (NOC) for PSU/Govt Employees, Standard Medical Fitness Assessment

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the Agronomy and Horticulture cadre (Scientific Assistant-C) at NISER is positioned at Level 7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry-level basic pay is Rs. 44,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53% (Rs. 23,797), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Jatni/Bhubaneswar (Class Y city) at 20% (Rs. 8,980), the allowances are highly competitive. Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA (Rs. 1,908), totaling Rs. 5,508. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 83,185. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 6,870) and professional tax/health schemes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 75,000. This structure will be further optimized upon the implementation of the 8th CPC recommendations.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, NISER strictly implements statutory reservations. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to income and asset certificate validation. Additionally, in line with central government directives, women candidates, SC/ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote diversity and equal opportunity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Agronomy and Horticulture

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written examination?

The minimum qualifying cutoff marks are 50% for General/EWS candidates and 40% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates in both the screening and domain-specific papers.

Is there a normalization process applied to the exam scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a multi-shift percentile-based normalization method approved by DoPT will be applied to ensure equity.

Does this post require executing a service bond upon selection?

No, there is no mandatory service bond, but selected candidates must serve a mandatory probation period and are governed by Central Civil Services rules.

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

The selected candidates will be on a probation period of two years, during which their performance, conduct, and technical adaptability will be closely evaluated.

Is the syllabus aligned with standard ICAR or CSIR guidelines?

Yes, the core technical syllabus for Agronomy and Horticulture is aligned with the ICAR postgraduate and technical officer standards, focusing on applied agricultural sciences.

Where will the primary posting location be for selected candidates?

The primary posting will be at the NISER campus in Jatni, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, with opportunities to manage the institute's extensive green campus, gardens, and research farms.