Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat, has invited applications for 310 posts in 5 roles under Advt No. 5/2026. The posts include Deputy Project Director, Accountant cum Clerk, Computer Programmer, Block Technology Manager and 1 more. The online application is open from 12 November 2026 to 11 December 2026.
The posts are for Any district/block of Assam. Qualification required: Deputy Project Director: Post Graduate in Agriculture & Allied sector; Accountant cum Clerk: B.Com; Computer Programmer: B.Tech or MCA; Block Technology Manager: Post Graduate in Agriculture & Allied sector with Computer skills or Agri Graduate with 5 years as ATM; Assistant Technology Manager: Graduate/Post Graduate (Agri/Allied Sector); plus post-wise experience. The pay is Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 52,000 per month, depending on the post. The application fee is Rs. 250 for General. Selection is by oMR based written test and verification of original documents by the verification committee. Post-wise eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 11 December 2026
- Vacancies: 310, in 5 roles
- How to apply: Online
- Fee: General: Rs. 250; Reserved category: Rs. 125; BPL and PWD: No application fee
- Pay: Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 52,000 per month, depending on the post
- Age limit: Varies by post - see the table below
- Place: Any district/block of Assam
AAU Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat |
| Post Name | Deputy Project Director, Accountant cum Clerk, Computer Programmer and 2 more |
| No of Posts | 310 |
| Advt No | 5/2026 |
| Job Type | Contract, Project-based |
| Pay | Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 52,000 per month, depending on the post |
| Place of Posting | Any district/block of Assam |
| Qualification | Deputy Project Director: Post Graduate in Agriculture & Allied sector; Accountant cum Clerk: B.Com; Computer Programmer: B.Tech or MCA; Block Technology Manager: Post Graduate in Agriculture & Allied sector with Computer skills or Agri Graduate with 5 years as ATM; Assistant Technology Manager: Graduate/Post Graduate (Agri/Allied Sector); plus post-wise experience |
| Age Limit | Varies by post - see the table below |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 12 November 2026 |
| Last Date | 11 December 2026 |
AAU Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. 5/2026 gives the full conditions for each post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Vacancy Details, Age Limit and Pay
| Post | Posts | Age Limit | Pay | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Project Director | 7 | 21 to 40 years | 52000 per month | 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 | 4 | 21 to 40 years | 30000 per month | Minimum 3 years of experience of Accountancy in a reputed organization to the satisfaction of State Government |
| Computer Programmer | 9 | 21 to 40 years | 25000 per month | 1 year experience for B.Tech and 2 years for MCA |
| Block Technology Manager | 33 | Maximum 45 years | 30,000 per month | Minimum 2 years' field experience in Agri related activities |
| Assistant Technology Manager | 257 | Maximum 45 years | 25000 per month | Minimum 1 years' experience in Agri related activities |
| Total | 310 |
Category-wise Vacancies
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Project Director | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 7 |
| Accountant cum Clerk | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Computer Programmer | 4 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| Block Technology Manager | 7 | 15 | 5 | 6 | 33 |
| Assistant Technology Manager | 97 | 88 | 23 | 49 | 257 |
Age is counted as on 1 January 2026.
Who Can Apply for AAU Recruitment 2026?
| 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | 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 | Minimum 1 years' experience in Agri related activities |
Other conditions:
- Must be an Indian Citizen as defined in Article 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India
- Age calculated only on the basis of the matriculation/HSLC admit card/certificate
- Qualification must be held on the date of submission of application
- Prescribed experience is needed to qualify for the written test
- Qualification must be from a recognised university
Who Cannot Apply for AAU Recruitment 2026
- Candidates applying for more than one post will have their candidature rejected
- Incomplete application forms will be summarily rejected
Post-wise Details
Deputy Project Director (7 posts)
Qualification required: 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. Experience required: Minimum 5 years' experience in managerial or supervisory capacity in Agriculture or Allied sector/BTM having 5 years working experience is also eligible. Age limit: 21 to 40 years. Pay: 52000 per month.
Accountant cum Clerk (4 posts)
Qualification required: B.Com; Minimum 3 years of experience of Accountancy in a reputed organization to the satisfaction of State Government. Experience required: Minimum 3 years of experience of Accountancy in a reputed organization to the satisfaction of State Government. Age limit: 21 to 40 years. Pay: 30000 per month.
Computer Programmer (9 posts)
Qualification required: B.Tech or MCA; 1 year experience for B.Tech and 2 years for MCA. Experience required: 1 year experience for B.Tech and 2 years for MCA. Age limit: 21 to 40 years. Pay: 25000 per month.
Block Technology Manager (33 posts)
Qualification required: 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. Experience required: Minimum 2 years' field experience in Agri related activities. Age limit: Maximum 45 years. Pay: 30,000 per month.
Assistant Technology Manager (257 posts)
Qualification required: Graduate (Agri/Allied Sector)/Post Graduate (Agri/Allied Sector); Minimum 1 years' experience in Agri related activities. Experience required: Minimum 1 years' experience in Agri related activities. Age limit: Maximum 45 years. Pay: 25000 per month.
Pay and Terms of Engagement
- Purely contractual; initial engagement of 11 months
- May be extended for another 11 months at a time based on satisfactory performance and continuation of the project
- Posts are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project
- No claim for regular appointment/absorption in Govt. service
- Service may be discontinued at any time if performance is unsatisfactory
- Contract Agreement to be signed on a Non-Judicial Stamp Paper of Rs. 20
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | Rs. 250 |
| Reserved category | Rs. 125 |
| BPL and PWD | No application fee |
Payment mode: Online mode only.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 10 November 2026 |
| Online application starts (4.00 PM) | 12 November 2026 |
| Last date of receipt of online application (4.00 PM) | 11 December 2026 |
How Will AAU Select Candidates?
- OMR based written test
- Verification of original documents by the verification committee
- Selection solely on the basis of merit and marks obtained in the written test
- Tie: higher marks in requisite qualification examination ranked higher; then senior in age
- Candidates selected in the written test appear before verification committee for original documents
AAU Exam Pattern 2026
| Part / Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OMR based written test | Post-wise syllabus (objective multiple choice) | 100 | 100 | 3 hours |
- Each question carries 1 mark
- No negative marks
- OMR answer sheet; only black/blue ball pen
- Calculator and mobile phones prohibited; eraser or correction fluid on OMR sheet makes it invalid
- Exam held zone wise in Guwahati, Tezpur, Jorhat, Silchar, Bongaigaon; centre may vary
Documents to Enclose
- Experience Certificate
- NOC
- Qualification Certificate
- Caste certificate
- One recent passport size photograph
- Signature
How to Apply for AAU Recruitment 2026 Online
- Visit https://online.aau.ac.in/atma-2026 and submit the prescribed online form.
- Upload self-attested experience certificate, NOC, qualification certificate, caste certificate etc.
- Upload one recent passport size photograph and signature as per prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee through online mode only.
- Submit from 4.00 PM of 12.11.2026 till 4.00 PM of 11.12.2026.
- Apply for one post only.
Other Points to Note
- Vacancies may be varied (increase or decrease) in future
- Exam date, time and venue will be notified through newspapers and www.aau.ac.in
- Admit card to be downloaded from https://online.aau.ac.in/atma-2026; no separate call letter
- List of valid/rejected applications will be on www.aau.ac.in
- No TA/DA for attending the written examination
- AAU will not issue appointment orders; posts are under the Department of Agriculture, Govt. of Assam
AAU Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download AAU notification PDF |
| Apply Online | Apply online for AAU Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit AAU official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of Assam Agricultural University, Advertisement No. 5/2026, dated 10 November 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
