Odisha University of Agriculture & Technology (OUAT), Bhubaneswar has come out with a fresh notification for the OUAT Assistant Recruitment 2026 drive. This is a great opportunity for graduates who are looking for a contractual government job in Odisha.
This update is about the recruitment of Assistants at various Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) under OUAT. In this article, we will explain everything about eligibility, salary, fees and the application process in simple language.
Latest Update
The OUAT Assistant Recruitment 2026 notice has been issued in revision to an earlier advertisement (No. 1354/UAT dated 22.01.2019), through Advertisement No. E-II-II/02/2019(Part)/10984/UAT dated 13th July 2026.
This recruitment is for filling up the post of “Assistant” on a contractual basis under various Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) functioning under OUAT. It is one of the important assistant professor recruitment in Odisha 2026 category updates that job seekers in the state have been waiting for, even though this particular post itself is titled “Assistant.”
Vacancy Details
A total of 31 vacancies have been announced for the post of Assistant. The reservation break-up, as shared in the official notice, is given in the table below.
| Category | Vacancies | Women |
|---|---|---|
| ST | 05 | 02 |
| UR | 11 | 05 |
| SC | 03 | 02 |
| SEBC | 02 | 01 |
| Total | 21 | 10 |
| PWD | 01 | – |
| Grand Total | 31 | – |
One PWD candidate will be considered from any of the above categories on a horizontal basis, and this break-up may change as per government orders.
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the OUAT Assistant Recruitment 2026 must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university. Candidates need to clearly mention the percentage of marks obtained, calculated to the nearest two decimals, in the application form.
If called for document verification, candidates will also have to produce a certificate from their university showing the conversion formula used for calculating percentage. This detail is important, so aspirants should keep their marksheets and conversion documents ready in advance.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for this post is 30 years. An age relaxation of 3 years is being given as per COVID-19 guidelines, which effectively makes the upper age limit 33 years as on the last date of application.
Additional age relaxation of 5 years is available for ST/SC/SEBC and women candidates, while PWD candidates get a relaxation of 10 years, as per applicable rules. SEBC candidates must submit a valid non-creamy layer certificate for the current year.
Selection Process
Selection for OUAT Assistant Recruitment 2026 will be based purely on a written test. The written test will carry 150 marks and will be of two hours’ duration, consisting of 150 multiple-choice questions.
The paper will be divided into General English (50 marks), General Awareness (50 marks), and Quantitative Aptitude/Reasoning and Mental Ability (50 marks). The final merit list will be prepared only on the basis of written test marks, subject to qualifying the skill test.
Candidates will be shortlisted for the skill test at a 1:4 ratio based on the merit list of the written test. The skill test will check computer application and office automation skills, but it will be qualifying in nature with no marks attached to it.
Minimum qualifying marks for the written test are 50% for Unreserved candidates, 45% for SEBC candidates, and 40% for ST/SC/PWD candidates. In case of a tie in marks, preference will be given first to higher written test marks, then to the senior candidate by age, and finally to the higher percentage secured in the degree programme.
Salary
Selected candidates will be placed at Level-9 of the 7th Pay scale, with pay ranging from Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400. Under the pre-revised 6th CPC structure, this corresponds to PB-2, Pay Rs. 9,300–34,800 plus Grade Pay of Rs. 4,200.
This pay and pay scale is subject to change based on notifications issued by ICAR or the concerned funding agency from time to time, since the post is that of Contractual Project Staff.
Important Dates
- Advertisement release date: 13 July 2026
- Last date to submit application: 12 August 2026, up to 5:00 PM
Application Fee
- Application fee: Rs. 500/- (non-refundable)
- Payable in favour of the Comptroller, OUAT, Bhubaneswar
- To be deposited through Green Channel Counter (GCC), internet banking or RTGS in Account No. 10173711536, State Bank of India, OUAT Campus Branch (IFSC: SBIN0003341)
- No other mode of payment will be accepted
Apply Online Process
- Download the prescribed application form and information sheet from the official website, www.ouat.ac.in
- Fill the application form completely and attach self-attested copies of all certificates and mark sheets
- Superscribe the envelope as “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ASSISTANT” along with the advertisement number and date
- Send the completed application, along with the fee deposit receipt, to the Registrar, OUAT, Bhubaneswar-751003 through Speed Post or Registered Post, so as to reach on or before 5:00 PM on 12 August 2026
Required Documents
- Self-attested copies of all certificates and mark sheets from HSC onwards
- Signed photocopy of the fee deposit receipt
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST/SEBC candidates) and PWD certificate, if applicable
- Certificate confirming Odia as a subject studied up to 7th standard
- No Objection Certificate from employer, for in-service candidates, within one month of the last date of application
Other Important Terms
Selected candidates will remain Contractual Project Staff as long as 100% funding continues from ICAR, and they will not be entitled to any terminal benefits. Their service will end along with the central project once ICAR funding stops.
On appointment, candidates must serve at the KVK for a minimum of one year, and they may be required to submit an undertaking to this effect. If a candidate wishes to resign before completing this period, one month’s prior notice is required, failing which one month’s salary must be deposited.
Conclusion
The OUAT Assistant Recruitment 2026 is a good opportunity for Bachelor’s degree holders looking for a government-linked job in Odisha’s agriculture sector. With 31 posts on offer and the application window closing on 12 August 2026, eligible candidates should not delay their application.
Since this is officially a post of “Assistant” and not “Assistant Professor,” candidates are advised to read the notification carefully before applying. For the latest updates on this and other assistant professor recruitment in Odisha 2026 opportunities, candidates should keep checking the official OUAT website, www.ouat.ac.in.
