ProSyllabus Journal Agricultural Officer Agricultural Officer Recruitment 2026: Exam Dates, Syllabus & Eligibility Complete Guide to IBPS AFO and State PSC Agricultural Officer Exams
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1. Top Recruitment Gateways
Agricultural graduates can target three main types of government roles in 2026:
Banking (IBPS AFO):
Public sector banks. Mains: Nov 1, 2026.
State Govt (OPSC/PSC):
Block/Assistant AO roles. Often includes regional language tests.
Development (NABARD):
Focuses on rural policy and credit. Highly competitive Grade A roles.
2. Eligibility & Age Criteria
Education 4-year B.Sc in Agriculture / Horticulture / Allied Sciences. Age Limit 20 – 30 years (IBPS) | 21 – 38+ years (State PSCs).Nationality Indian Citizen (Nepal/Bhutan citizens also eligible for IBPS). Note NEET is NOT required for this career path.
Source: IBPS Official Specialist Officer Portal
3. Exam Pattern (IBPS AFO Model)
The selection process is usually a 3-tier system: Prelims, Mains, and Interview.
Prelims: English (25m), Reasoning (50m), Quants (50m). [Total: 125 Marks]
Mains: 60 Questions on "Professional Knowledge" (Agriculture). [Total: 60 Marks]
Interview: Personality & Subject depth. [Total: 100 Marks]
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer.
4. High-Weightage Syllabus Topics
Agronomy: Crop production, irrigation, and weed management.Soil Science: Soil fertility, fertilizers, and nutrient deficiency symptoms.Animal Husbandry: Cattle management, dairy technology, and common diseases.Current Affairs: PM-Kisan, Soil Health Card, and NABARD's latest circulars.Horticulture: Sowing time, spacing, and varieties of fruits/vegetables.
Source: OPSC AAO Official Notification 2026
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