Assam Agricultural University has issued Advertisement 5/2026 for contractual posts under the Directorate of Agriculture, Assam: Deputy Project Director 7, Accountant cum Clerk 4, Computer Programmer 9, Block Technology Manager 33 and Assistant Technology Manager 257. Pay runs from Rs 25,000 to Rs 52,000 by post. Applications close at 4.00 PM on 11 December 2026. Selection is through a written test.
Official notice: Advertisement 5/2026 (PDF)
The notice is dated 10 November 2026 and invites Indian citizens to apply for contractual posts under the Directorate of Agriculture, Assam. It lists five posts and prints a vacancy count for each, but no overall total. Assistant Technology Manager is the largest post at 257, followed by Block Technology Manager at 33. Applications opened on 12 November 2026, and an applicant may apply for one post only. Selection rests on marks in the written test, and the notice does not give its date.
Key details
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Assam Agricultural University |
| Advertisement number | ADVERTISEMENT 5/2026 |
| Department | Directorate of Agriculture, Assam |
| Type of engagement | Contractual |
| Posts | Deputy Project Director, Accountant cum Clerk, Computer Programmer, Block Technology Manager, Assistant Technology Manager |
| Vacancies | 310, found by adding the five post-wise counts (the notice prints no overall total) |
| Pay | Rs 25,000 to Rs 52,000, by post |
| Mode of application | Online |
| Last date | 11 December 2026, 4.00 PM |
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 10 November 2026 |
| Online applications open | 12 November 2026, 4.00 PM |
| Last date to apply online | 11 December 2026, 4.00 PM |
| Written test date | Not given in the notice |
Counting both the first and the last day, the application window is 30 days.
Post-wise vacancies and pay
| Post | Vacancies | Pay per month |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Project Director | 7 | Rs 52,000 |
| Accountant cum Clerk | 4 | Rs 30,000 |
| Computer Programmer | 9 | Rs 25,000 |
| Block Technology Manager | 33 | Rs 30,000 |
| Assistant Technology Manager | 257 | Rs 25,000 |
The notice says the vacancies shown may be varied (increase or decrease) in future.
Reservation of posts by category
| Post | Open | OBC/MOBC | SC | ST (P) | ST (H) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Project Director | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7 |
| Accountant cum Clerk | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Computer Programmer | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
| Block Technology Manager | 7 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 33 |
| Assistant Technology Manager | 97 | 88 | 23 | 33 | 16 | 257 |
The notice also states 30% reservation for women candidates and 4 % reservation for Persons with Disability (PWD) candidates.
Eligibility
The notice requires Indian citizenship.
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Project Director | Post Graduate in Agriculture & Allied sector | Minimum 5 years' experience in managerial or supervisory capacity in Agriculture or Allied sector/BTM having 5 years working experience is also eligible |
| Accountant cum Clerk | B.Com | Minimum 3 years of experience of Accountancy in a reputed organization to the satisfaction of State Government |
| Computer Programmer | B.Tech or MCA | 1 year experience for B.Tech and 2 years for MCA |
| Block Technology Manager | Post Graduate in Agriculture & Allied sector with Computer skills or Agri Graduate with minimum 5 years working experience as ATM | Minimum 2 years' field experience in Agri related activities |
| Assistant Technology Manager | Graduate (Agri/Allied Sector)/Post Graduate(Agri/ Allied Sector) | Minimum 1 years' experience in Agri related activities |
Age limit
| Posts | Age limit |
|---|---|
| Deputy Project Director, Accountant cum Clerk, Computer Programmer | Not less than 21 years and not more than 40 years |
| Block Technology Manager, Assistant Technology Manager | Upper limit 45 years |
Age is counted as on 1 January 2026.
Application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs 250 |
| Reserved category | Rs 125 |
| BPL | No application fee |
The payment is made through online mode only.
Selection process
- Written test: an OMR based examination.
- Verification: candidates selected in the written test appear before the verification committee for verification of their original documents.
The notice says selection is solely on the basis of merit and marks obtained in the written test.
Written test pattern and syllabus
| Written test | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | OMR based |
| Questions | 100 |
| Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Negative marking | No negative marks |
| Exam centres | Guwahati, Tezpur, Jorhat, Silchar, Bongaigaon |
The notice lists the subjects for each post under the heading "Syllabus for OMR based written examination" on pages 3 and 4. Check that list in the official PDF.
How to apply
- Visit https://online.aau.ac.in/atma-2026 and fill the prescribed online form.
- Upload all the required self-attested supporting documents.
- Pay the fee through online mode.
- Submit before 4.00 PM on 11 December 2026.
The notice says an applicant may apply for one post only.
Documents the notice asks for
- Experience certificate
- Qualification certificate
- Cast certificate
- One recent passport size photograph and signature
Points to check before applying
- The notice allows one post per applicant.
- The online form closes at 4.00 PM on 11 December 2026.
- The initial period of engagement will be for 11 (eleven) months.
- The listed exam centres are Guwahati, Tezpur, Jorhat, Silchar and Bongaigaon.
- The notice does not give the written test date.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the Assam Agricultural University recruitment?
The last date of receipt of online applications is 11 December 2026, at 4.00 PM.
When do applications open for the Assam Agricultural University recruitment?
Applications open on 12 November 2026.
How many posts are there in the Assam Agricultural University recruitment?
Adding the post-wise counts gives 310: Deputy Project Director 7, Accountant cum Clerk 4, Computer Programmer 9, Block Technology Manager 33 and Assistant Technology Manager 257. The notice prints no overall total.
What is the age limit for the Assam Agricultural University recruitment?
The limit is up to 40 years for Deputy Project Director, Accountant cum Clerk and Computer Programmer, and up to 45 years for Block Technology Manager and Assistant Technology Manager, counted as on 1 January 2026.
What is the application fee for the Assam Agricultural University recruitment?
The fee is Rs 250 for General candidates and Rs 125 for the reserved category, paid through online mode. BPL candidates pay no application fee.
What is the salary for the Assam Agricultural University recruitment?
Deputy Project Director Rs 52,000, Accountant cum Clerk Rs 30,000, Computer Programmer Rs 25,000, Block Technology Manager Rs 30,000 and Assistant Technology Manager Rs 25,000.
How is the selection done for the Assam Agricultural University recruitment?
Selection is by written test, followed by the verification committee.
How do I apply for the Assam Agricultural University recruitment?
Apply online at https://online.aau.ac.in/atma-2026.
What is the advertisement number for the Assam Agricultural University recruitment?
The advertisement number is ADVERTISEMENT 5/2026.