On 18th July 2026, the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) announced two significant Group-B recruitment drives for Assistant Fisheries Officers under the Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department, and Assistant Horticulture Officers under the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment. A total of 66 vacancies are available for these positions. Online applications for the Fisheries post begin on 24th July 2026, followed by the Horticulture post on 28th July 2026.
Continue reading for a detailed breakdown of vacancies, essential eligibility requirements, the official exam pattern, and the step-by-step application process for both profiles.
OPSC Assistant Fisheries & Horticulture Officer Notification 2026 Out
OPSC has published two distinct notifications for 44 Assistant Fisheries Officer openings (Special Recruitment, reserved for SC/ST candidates) and 22 Assistant Horticulture Officer roles. We recommend downloading the official notification PDFs to review all specific requirements thoroughly.
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OPSC Assistant Fisheries & Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026- Overview
Candidates possessing a professional Bachelor’s degree in Fishery Science, Horticulture, or Agriculture are encouraged to apply for these recruitment opportunities.
| Odisha Assistant Fisheries & Horticulture Officer Recruitment 2026- Overview | |
| Conducting Body | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Posts | Assistant Fisheries Officer & Assistant Horticulture Officer (Group-B) |
| Total Vacancies | 66 (44 Fisheries + 22 Horticulture) |
| Department (Fisheries) | Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department |
| Department (Horticulture) | Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Dates (Fisheries) | 24 July to 24 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Application Dates (Horticulture) | 28 July to 28 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Pay Scale | Level-10 of Pay Matrix, ORSP Rules 2017 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Interview/Viva Voce |
| Official website | www.opsc.gov.in |
OPSC Recruitment 2026- Important Dates
| Events | Assistant Fisheries Officer | Assistant Horticulture Officer |
| Notification Release Date | 18th July 2026 | 18th July 2026 |
| Apply Online Starts | 24th July 2026 | 28th July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24th August 2026 (5 pm) | 28th August 2026 (5 pm) |
| Hall Tickets | September 2026 | September 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | 26th September 2026 | 27th September 2026 |
OPSC Assistant Fisheries & Horticulture Officer Vacancy 2026
The Assistant Fisheries Officer recruitment is a specialized drive exclusively for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates, while the Assistant Horticulture Officer recruitment includes vacancies across UR, SC, and ST categories.
| Category | Assistant Horticulture Officer | Assistant Fisheries Officer |
| UR | 06 (02-W) | — |
| SC | 07 (02-W) | 01 |
| ST | 09 (03-W) | 43 (13-W) |
| Total | 22 (07-W) | 44 (13-W) |
What is the Eligibility Criteria?
The eligibility criteria differ for each position; please refer to the detailed table provided below to confirm your status for each respective role.
| Posts | Education Qualification | Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026) |
| Assistant Horticulture Officer | Bachelor’s Degree in Fishery Science (B.F.Sc.) from a recognized University in India or abroad | 21 to 47 years |
| Assistant Fisheries Officer | B.Sc. (Horticulture) or B.Sc. (Agriculture) from a University/Institution recognized by any State Government or the Government of India. No other equivalent qualification will be accepted | 21 to 42 years |
FAQs
Is OPSC Assistant Fisheries Officer recruitment open to all candidates?
Yes, the Assistant Fisheries Officer drive is a special recruitment restricted solely to Scheduled Caste (01 post) and Scheduled Tribe (43 posts) applicants.
How many total vacancies have been notified through the OPSC Assistant Horticulture & Fisheries Officer Notification 2026?
The commission has notified a total of 66 vacancies, comprising 44 positions for Assistant Fisheries Officer and 22 for Assistant Horticulture Officer.
When will the online application process start for these posts?
The application window opens on 24th July 2026 for Assistant Fisheries Officer candidates and 28th July 2026 for those applying for the Assistant Horticulture Officer position.
Is there negative marking in the written examination?
There is no negative marking policy for the Assistant Fisheries Officer exam. However, for the Assistant Horticulture Officer exam, a penalty of 25% marks is applied for every incorrect answer.
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