Recruitment Overview
Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs)) has officially released notification reference E-II-II-07/2013 (Part)/16218 for the engagement of 25 vacancies in Odisha. This notification announces direct recruitment for OUAT KVK Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications by submitting the application form offline at The Registrar, Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneswar - 751003, Odisha, India before 12 November 2026. Review the overview table below for key administrative details.
| Parameter | Official Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology |
| Hiring Department / Cell | Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) |
| Advertisement Reference | E-II-II-07/2013 (Part)/16218 |
| Total Announced Vacancies | 25 Vacancies |
| Post Designation | OUAT KVK Recruitment 2026 |
| Engagement Category | Direct Recruitment |
| Job / Training Location | Odisha |
| Application Submission Mode | Offline (The Registrar, Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneswar - 751003, Odisha, India) |
| Application Closing Date | 12 November 2026 |
| Official Notification Document | Download PDF Notice |
Important Dates and Registration Schedule
Candidates must strictly adhere to the schedule announced in E-II-II-07/2013 (Part)/16218.
| Recruitment Event | Official Date / Timeline |
|---|---|
| Application Opening Date | 9 October 2026 |
| Application Closing Date | 12 November 2026 |
Vacancy Distribution and Seat Matrix
Under E-II-II-07/2013 (Part)/16218, 25 posts have been advertised. Seat allocations verified from the notification are outlined below.
Post-Wise Vacancy Distribution and Pay Scale Matrix
The announced 25 vacancies are distributed across Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) under Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology:
| Sr. No. | Designated Cadre / Post | Notified Vacancies | Revised Pay Scale (7th CPC) | Pay Band & Grade Pay Structure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Farm Manager | 8 | Rs 35,400 - 112,400 | PB-2: ₹9,300-₹34,800 plus Grade Pay ₹4,200 under the pre-revised 6th CPC structure, or as prescribed by the funding agency. |
| 2 | Programme Assistant | 12 | Rs 35,400 - 112,400 | PB-2: ₹9,300-₹34,800 plus Grade Pay ₹4,200 under the pre-revised 6th CPC structure, or as prescribed by the funding agency. |
| 3 | Stenographer | 5 | Rs 25,500 - 81,100 | PB-1: ₹5,200-₹20,200 plus Grade Pay ₹2,400 under the pre-revised 6th CPC structure, or as prescribed by the funding agency. |
| Total Notified Posts | 25 Vacancies | Project / ICAR Funded Scale Posts | ||
Reservation Policy: Statutory vertical and horizontal reservations apply as per notification guidelines.
Eligibility Criteria, Academic Qualifications and Age Limit
Candidates must verify that they fulfill all academic, technical, service, and age criteria prior to submitting their application.
Post-Wise Prescribed Educational Qualifications and Age Benchmarks
Candidates must fulfill the academic qualifications and age criteria established for each cadre under Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology:
| Designated Post / Cadre | Prescribed Educational & Professional Qualifications | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Farm Manager | Essential Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or another branch of Science/Social Science relevant to agriculture, or equivalent qualification, from a recognized university. Desirable / Professional Efficiency: Master's degree in Agriculture or another branch of Science/Social Science relevant to agriculture, or equivalent qualification, from a recognized university. |
Max 30 years |
| Programme Assistant | Essential Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or another branch of Science/Social Science relevant to agriculture, or equivalent qualification, from a recognized university. Desirable / Professional Efficiency: Master's degree in Agriculture or another branch of Science/Social Science relevant to agriculture, or equivalent qualification, from a recognized university. |
Max 30 years |
| Stenographer | Essential Qualification: Class 12 pass or equivalent qualification from a recognized Board or University. Desirable / Professional Efficiency: Dictation test in English, Hindi or Odia at 80 words per minute for 10 minutes, followed by computer transcription. |
Max 27 years |
Statutory Eligibility & Service Conditions
- Language Proficiency: Candidates must have passed Odia as one of the subjects up to Class 7. Supporting certificate must be attached.
- SEBC Category Mandate: SEBC candidates must furnish a current-year non-creamy-layer certificate.
- In-Service Candidates: Must apply through the proper channel. An advance copy may be sent to avoid postal delay. The proper-channel application must be submitted before the deadline, and an NOC must be produced within one month after the application deadline.
- Previous Applicants (Advt 6092/OUAT): Candidates who applied under advertisement 6092/OUAT dated 18 April 2023 need not apply again. They may submit supplementary information and documents by Speed Post or Registered Post within the prescribed deadline.
- Educational qualifications and experience will be evaluated according to the advertisement and supporting documents.
- Candidates must attach the prescribed fee receipt and required supporting documents.
- Incomplete applications may be rejected.
3. Upper Age Relaxations
- SC: Relaxation of 5.
- ST: Relaxation of 5.
- SEBC: Relaxation of 5.
- WOMEN: Relaxation of 5.
- PERSONS WITH DISABILITY: Relaxation of 10.
Application Fee and Electronic Remittance Details
Candidates must remit the prescribed non-refundable application fee through designated electronic banking modes prior to submitting their application:
| Designated Post / Category | Prescribed Application Fee | Refund Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Farm Manager | Rs 500 | Non-refundable |
| Programme Assistant | Rs 500 | Non-refundable |
| Stenographer | Rs 300 | Non-refundable |
Official Bank Account Details for Fee Remittance
| Banking Parameter | Official Details |
|---|---|
| Beneficiary / Payee | Comptroller, OUAT, Bhubaneswar |
| Bank Name & Branch | State Bank of India, OUAT Campus Branch, Bhubaneswar |
| Account Number | 10173711536 |
| Branch Code & IFSC Code | Branch Code: 03341, IFSC: SBIN0003341 |
| Accepted Payment Modes | Green Channel Counter (GCC), Internet Banking, Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) |
| Payment Proof Requirement | Attach a duly signed photocopy of the fee deposit receipt with the application. |
Selection Procedure, Merit Formulation and Verification
Selection under advertisement E-II-II-07/2013 (Part)/16218 is strictly based on the norms established by the recruitment board.
4. Tie-Breaking Protocol
- Candidate with higher written-test marks will be ranked higher.
- If written-test marks are equal, the older candidate will be ranked higher.
- If the tie remains, desirable qualifications and marks in those qualifications will be considered for Farm Manager and Programme Assistant.
- For Stenographer, percentage of marks secured in the degree programme will be considered at the final tie-breaking stage.
Mandatory Documents for Verification
Candidates must produce original certificates along with self-attested photocopies during scrutiny and verification:
- Completed prescribed application form
- Two recent passport-size colour photographs
- Self-attested educational certificates and mark sheets from HSC/Class 10 onwards, as applicable
- Odia-language certificate confirming Odia was studied up to Class 7
- Caste/category certificate, where applicable
- Current-year SEBC non-creamy-layer certificate, where applicable
- Person with Disability certificate, where applicable
- Experience certificates and employment orders, where applicable
- Signed photocopy of the application fee deposit receipt
- Employer forwarding and No Objection Certificate for in-service candidates, as applicable
- Other documents supporting educational qualifications and experience
Offline Application Procedure and Submission Guidelines
Applications for E-II-II-07/2013 (Part)/16218 must be submitted offline before 12 November 2026.
- Download the prescribed application form, information sheet and instructions from the OUAT website.
- Read the eligibility criteria and post-specific information sheet carefully.
- Complete the application form and paste two recent passport-size colour photographs in the prescribed spaces.
- Attach self-attested copies of certificates and mark sheets from HSC/Class 10 onwards, as applicable.
- Attach the Odia-language certificate, category certificate where applicable, experience documents and other supporting documents.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee using one of the specified payment methods.
- Attach a duly signed photocopy of the fee deposit receipt.
- In-service candidates must apply through the proper channel and follow the advance-copy, forwarding and NOC requirements.
- Send the completed application and supporting documents by Speed Post or Registered Post so that they reach the Registrar by 5:00 PM on 12 November 2026.
- Superscribe the envelope with the post name and advertisement number and date.
Offline Submission Parameters and Dispatch Address
| Submission Parameter | Official Instructions |
|---|---|
| Postal Dispatch Address | The Registrar, Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, Bhubaneswar - 751003, Odisha, India |
| Envelope Superscription | APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [POST NAME] along with advertisement number and date |
| Application Receipt Deadline | 12 November 2026 |
Mandatory Documents Checklist (Self-Attested Copies)
- Completed prescribed application form
- Two recent passport-size colour photographs
- Self-attested educational certificates and mark sheets from HSC/Class 10 onwards, as applicable
- Odia-language certificate confirming Odia was studied up to Class 7
- Caste/category certificate, where applicable
- Current-year SEBC non-creamy-layer certificate, where applicable
- Person with Disability certificate, where applicable
- Experience certificates and employment orders, where applicable
- Signed photocopy of the application fee deposit receipt
- Employer forwarding and No Objection Certificate for in-service candidates, as applicable
- Other documents supporting educational qualifications and experience
Crucial Traps and Points to Verify Before Submitting
Carefully note the following clauses from the official notification to avoid disqualification during scrutiny:
- The application must reach the Registrar by 5:00 PM on 12 November 2026.
- Applications must be sent by Speed Post or Registered Post.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Attach self-attested copies of the required certificates and mark sheets.
- Attach the signed photocopy of the application fee receipt.
- Use only the prescribed fee payment methods specified in the advertisement.
- Candidates must provide proof of having studied Odia up to Class 7.
- SEBC candidates must furnish a current-year non-creamy-layer certificate.
- In-service candidates must apply through the proper channel and follow the NOC requirements.
- Candidates applying under different posts must follow the instructions applicable to each post.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the written test.
- Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
- OUAT reserves the right to cancel the selection process or leave some or all posts unfilled.
- Verify the original official advertisement for category-wise vacancy distribution and contact details because the supplied text contains OCR errors.
Official Links and Notification Download
| Resource / Portal | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF Download | Download Notification PDF |
| Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology Official Website | Visit Official Portal |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in OUAT KVK Recruitment 2026?
There are 25 vacancies: 8 Farm Manager, 12 Programme Assistant and 5 Stenographer posts.
What is the last date to apply for OUAT KVK Recruitment 2026?
The application must reach the Registrar by 5:00 PM on 12 November 2026.
What is the application fee for Farm Manager and Programme Assistant?
The non-refundable application fee is ₹500 for each of these posts.
What is the application fee for Stenographer?
The non-refundable application fee is ₹300.
What is the qualification for Farm Manager?
A bachelor's degree in Agriculture or another relevant Science/Social Science discipline, or equivalent qualification, from a recognized university. A relevant master's degree is desirable.
What is the qualification for Programme Assistant?
A bachelor's degree in Agriculture or another relevant Science/Social Science discipline, or equivalent qualification, from a recognized university. A relevant master's degree is desirable.
What is the qualification for Stenographer?
Class 12 pass or equivalent qualification from a recognized Board or University.
What is the age limit for Farm Manager and Programme Assistant?
The maximum age is 30 years, with the specified relaxations for eligible categories.
What is the age limit for Stenographer?
The maximum age is 27 years, with the specified relaxations for eligible categories.
Is knowledge of Odia required?
Yes. Candidates must have passed Odia as one of the subjects up to Class 7 and attach supporting proof.
How will candidates be selected?
Farm Manager and Programme Assistant selection is based on written-test marks. Stenographer selection combines written-test and skill-test marks.
Can candidates who applied in 2023 apply again?
Candidates who applied under advertisement 6092/OUAT dated 18 April 2023 need not apply again, but may submit supplementary information and documents within the current deadline.
What is the recruitment location for this notification?
The recruitment is located in Odisha under Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology.