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AAU Recruitment 2026 Notification Out For 317 ATM, BTM & More Posts, Apply Online

Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat, has announced 310 vacancies under the CSS-ATMA (Agriculture Extension) programme of the Directorate of Agriculture, Assam. AAU Recruitment 2026 includes Assistant Technology Manager (ATM), Block Technology Manager (BTM), Deputy Project Director, Accountant cum Clerk and Computer Programmer posts. Online applications begin today, 12 November 2026, and close on 11 December 2026. Candidates can check eligibility, vacancies, salary and application details below.

AAU Jorhat Recruitment 2026: Overview

Assam Agricultural University has issued Advertisement No. 05/2026 for contractual appointments at district and block levels under the CSS-ATMA programme. Candidates can check the important recruitment details in the table below.

Particulars Details
Organisation Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat
Recruiting Department Directorate of Agriculture, Government of Assam
Recruitment Name AAU CSS-ATMA Recruitment 2026
Advertisement Number 05/2026
Post Names Deputy Project Director, Accountant cum Clerk, Computer Programmer, BTM and ATM
Total Vacancies 310
Job Location Various districts and blocks of Assam
Application Mode Online
Application Start Date 12 November 2026, 4:00 PM
Last Date to Apply 11 December 2026, 4:00 PM
Selection Process OMR-Based Written Examination and Document Verification
Official Website www.aau.ac.in

AAU Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

Assam Agricultural University has released the official notification for 310 contractual vacancies under CSS-ATMA Recruitment 2026 through Advertisement No. 05/2026. Candidates can check the post-wise vacancies, educational qualifications, work experience, age limit, application fee and selection process in the notification PDF. The direct link to download the notification is provided below.

AAU Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Candidates applying for AAU CSS-ATMA Recruitment 2026 should keep track of the important dates to complete the application process on time. Check the application schedule and other key dates below.

Event Date and Time
Notification Release Date 10 November 2026
Online Application Start Date 12 November 2026, 4:00 PM
Last Date to Apply Online 11 December 2026, 4:00 PM
Written Examination Date To be announced

AAU Vacancy 2026: Post-Wise Details

A total of 310 vacancies have been announced for five different posts under AAU CSS-ATMA Recruitment 2026. The recruitment includes 20 district-level posts and 290 block-level posts.

Candidates can check the post-wise vacancy distribution below.

Name of the Post Level Vacancies
Deputy Project Director District 7
Accountant cum Clerk District 4
Computer Programmer District 9
Block Technology Manager (BTM) Block 33
Assistant Technology Manager (ATM) Block 257
Total  – 310

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

The category-wise distribution of vacancies for different posts is given below.

Post Open Category 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

Note: The notification provides 30% reservation for women candidates within the applicable reservation categories. A 4% reservation is also provided for Persons with Disabilities (PwD), as per the relevant rules.

AAU Recruitment 2026 Apply Online

ssam Agricultural University has started the online application process for CSS-ATMA Recruitment 2026 today, 12 November 2026, from 4:00 PM. Eligible candidates can submit their applications until 11 December 2026 (4:00 PM) after checking the prescribed educational qualification and work experience requirements.

Candidates can apply for only one post under this recruitment. The direct application link is provided below for candidates to complete their registration.

AAU Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Candidates must pay the prescribed application fee while submitting the online form. The category-wise application fee is mentioned below.

Category Application Fee
General ₹250
Reserved Category ₹125
BPL Candidates Exempted
PwD Candidates Exempted

How to Apply Online for AAU Recruitment 2026?

Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility requirements can complete the AAU application form through the direct link provided in this article. Follow the steps below to avoid mistakes while submitting the form.

  1. Click on the Apply Online link provided below.
  2. Open the application form for AAU CSS-ATMA Recruitment 2026.
  3. Enter the required personal, educational and work experience details.
  4. Upload the necessary self-attested documents, including qualification certificates, experience certificates, NOC and caste certificate, wherever applicable.
  5. Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
  6. Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment facility.
  7. Carefully review all the information entered in the application form.
  8. Submit the application and save a copy of the completed form for future reference.

Candidates should check all the details before final submission. Incomplete applications or forms containing incorrect information may be rejected.

AAU Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for AAU Recruitment 2026 must fulfil the educational qualification, work experience and age requirements for their respective posts. The required qualification and experience must be available on the date of application submission.

Educational Qualification and Experience

The post-wise educational qualifications and experience requirements are provided below.

Post Educational Qualification
Minimum Experience
Deputy Project Director Postgraduate degree in Agriculture or Allied Sector
5 years’ experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity in Agriculture or Allied Sector. BTM candidates with 5 years of work experience are also eligible.
Accountant cum Clerk B.Com
3 years’ experience in accountancy in a reputed organisation
Computer Programmer B.Tech or MCA
1 year for B.Tech candidates and 2 years for MCA candidates
Block Technology Manager Postgraduate degree in Agriculture or Allied Sector with computer skills, or an Agriculture graduate with 5 years of work experience as ATM
2 years’ field experience in agriculture-related activities
Assistant Technology Manager Graduate or postgraduate degree in Agriculture or Allied Sector
1 year’s experience in agriculture-related activities

All degrees must be obtained from a recognised university. Candidates should ensure that they have the required work experience before submitting the application form.

Age Limit

The age limit for AAU Recruitment 2026 will be calculated as of 1 January 2026.

Post Age Limit
Deputy Project Director 21 to 40 years
Accountant cum Clerk 21 to 40 years
Computer Programmer 21 to 40 years
Block Technology Manager Maximum 45 years
Assistant Technology Manager Maximum 45 years

AAU Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for AAU CSS-ATMA Recruitment 2026 consists of a written examination followed by document verification. Candidates must qualify for the written examination to proceed to the next stage.

The selection process includes:

  1. OMR-Based Written Examination: Candidates will appear for an objective-type examination conducted for their respective posts.
  2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce their original educational, experience and other relevant certificates for verification.
  3. Final Merit List: The final selection will be based on the marks obtained in the written examination, subject to successful document verification.

In case two or more candidates secure equal marks, preference will be given to the candidate with higher marks in the requisite qualifying examination. If the marks are also equal, the older candidate will be placed higher in the merit list.

AAU Exam Pattern 2026

The written examination will be conducted in offline OMR mode. The question paper will contain objective-type multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 100 marks.

Candidates can check the examination pattern below.

Particulars Details
Exam Mode Offline (OMR-Based)
Question Type Multiple Choice Questions
Total Questions 100
Total Marks 100
Marks per Question 1
Exam Duration 3 Hours
Negative Marking No

Note:

  • The examination is proposed to be conducted zone-wise at Guwahati, Tezpur, Jorhat, Silchar and Bongaigaon.
  • Examination centres may be changed depending on the number of applications received.
  • Candidates must use a black or blue ballpoint pen to mark their answers on the OMR sheet.
  • Calculators and mobile phones are not allowed inside the examination hall.
  • The use of erasers, chemicals or correction fluid on the OMR answer sheet is prohibited.

AAU Recruitment 2026 Post-Wise Syllabus

The syllabus for the written examination varies according to the post. Candidates should prepare the subjects relevant to the position for which they have applied.

Post Subjects
Deputy Project Director
Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Computer Knowledge, Agriculture Extension, Broad-Based Agriculture, ATMA and other Agriculture Department schemes
Accountant cum Clerk
Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Computer Knowledge and General English
Computer Programmer
Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Computer Application and Computer Science (Software and Hardware)
Block Technology Manager
Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness and Current Affairs, General English, Computer Knowledge and General Agriculture
Assistant Technology Manager
Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness and Current Affairs, General English, Computer Knowledge and General Agriculture

AAU Recruitment 2026 Salary

Candidates selected for the different positions will receive a fixed monthly remuneration. The salary varies according to the post and level of appointment.

Post Monthly Remuneration
Deputy Project Director ₹52,000
Accountant cum Clerk ₹30,000
Computer Programmer ₹25,000
Block Technology Manager ₹30,000
Assistant Technology Manager ₹25,000

AAU Recruitment 2026: FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are announced under AAU Recruitment 2026?
Ans. A total of 310 contractual vacancies have been announced under Advertisement No. 05/2026.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for AAU Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The last date to submit the online application is 11 December 2026, up to 4:00 PM.

Q3. Which posts are available under AAU CSS-ATMA Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The vacancies include Deputy Project Director, Accountant cum Clerk, Computer Programmer, Block Technology Manager and Assistant Technology Manager.

Q4. What is the salary under AAU Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The monthly remuneration ranges from ₹25,000 to ₹52,000, depending on the post.

Q5. What is the application fee for AAU Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The fee is ₹250 for General candidates and ₹125 for reserved-category candidates. BPL and PwD candidates are exempted.

Q6. What is the age limit for AAU Jorhat Recruitment 2026?
Ans. The age limit is 21 to 40 years for Deputy Project Director, Accountant cum Clerk and Computer Programmer. The maximum age is 45 years for BTM and ATM posts.

Q7. What is the selection process for AAU Recruitment 2026?
Ans. Selection will be based on an OMR-based written examination followed by document verification.

Q8. Can candidates apply for more than one post under AAU Recruitment 2026?
Ans. No. Candidates can apply for only one post. Applications for multiple posts may result in cancellation of candidature.

Q9. Is AAU Recruitment 2026 a permanent government job?
Ans. No. The posts are temporary contractual positions under the CSS-ATMA project, initially for 11 months, with possible extensions based on performance and project continuation.

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