OPSC Assistant Soil Conservation Officer (ASCO) Recruitment 2024 Out, Check Exam Pattern, Eligibility Criteria, Exam Fees And Age Limit
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has announced the release of the OPSC ASCO Application Form 2024 on its official website. The online application period is set to begin on July 16, 2024, and will remain open until August 16, 2024. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications within this timeframe.
Contents
- 1 Overview Of OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024
- 2 Vacancy Details For OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024
- 3 OPSC Assistant Soil Conservation Officer (ASCO) Exam Pattern
- 4 Age Relaxation For OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024
- 5 Eligibility Criteria and Age Limit OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024
- 6 How To Apply Online for OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024?
- 7 Selection Process For OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024
Overview Of OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024
| Country | India |
| State | Odisha |
| Organization | Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Post Name | Assistant Soil Conservation Officer (ASCO) in Class-II (Group-B) of Soil Conservation Service |
| Service | Group-B |
| Department | Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment |
| Vacancies | 81 vacancies: 11 for SEBC, 45 for Unreserved, 8 for SC, 17 for ST |
| Apply Date | July 16 to August 16, 2024 |
| Eligibility Criteria | Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agriculture Engineering, or Forestry |
| Exam Fee | No examination fee is applicable |
| Selection Process | Written Exam (2 Papers) and Interview |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Official Website | opsc.gov.in |
Vacancy Details For OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024
Please find the reservation breakdown for the vacancy mentioned below.
| Category | No of Post |
|---|---|
| UR | 45(W-15) |
| SEBC | 11(W-03) |
| SC | 08(W-03) |
| ST | 17(W-06) |
| Total | 81(27) |
OPSC Assistant Soil Conservation Officer (ASCO) Exam Pattern
Those who are willing to apply for the OPSC Assistant Soil Conservation Officer (ASCO) Exam need to have a look at the exam pattern mentioned in the table below for more clarity
| Exam Pattern | Paper I | Paper II |
| Type of Questions | Objective MCQs | Objective MCQs |
| No. of Questions | 100 | 100 |
| Marks Per Question | 1 | 1 |
| Duration | 1.5 hours | 1.5 hours |
Age Relaxation For OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024
Age Relaxation for Students are below mentioned in the table
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 5 years |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 years |
| Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) | 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
| Women | 5 years |
| Persons With Disabilities (PWD) | 10 years (if permanent disability is 40% or more) |
| PWD belonging to SC/ST/SEBC categories | Up to 15 years of cumulative age relaxation |
Note: The date of birth mentioned in the High School Certificate or equivalent certificate issued by the relevant Board/Council will be accepted.
Eligibility Criteria and Age Limit OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024
A candidate must have one of the following degrees from a recognized University or Institution:
- Candidates must have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Horticulture/Agriculture from a recognized institution or University.
- Those having a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Engineering/Science Forestry from a recognized university or institution are also eligible to apply for OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024.
Age Requirements:
- Minimum Age: 21 years (born on or after 2nd January 1986)
- Maximum Age: 38 years (born on or before 1st January 2003)
OPSC ASCO Application Exam Fees :
- General Category INR 500/-
- SC/ST/PWD No application fee
How To Apply Online for OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024?
Below are the steps to apply online for the OPSC ASCO Application Form:
- Visit Official Website: Go to www.opsc.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Recruitment Section: Find “Recruitment” or “Latest Updates.”
- Access Notification: Click on OPSC ASCO Notification 2024.
- Read Guidelines: Understand eligibility and application process.
- Register/Login: Create or log in to your account.
- Fill out the Application Form: Enter personal, and educational details.
- Upload Documents: Upload photo, and signature as specified.
- Pay Application Fee: Use online payment methods.
- Submit Form: Review, submit, and print the form.
- Confirmation: Receive email/SMS confirmation
Selection Process For OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024
- Written Exam: The written exam for ASCO consists of two papers, each carrying 100 marks with 100 MCQs. Candidates can choose one subject from Agriculture, Agricultural Engineering, Forestry, or Horticulture. The exam duration for each paper is one and a half hours.
- Interview: The Interview for the post of ASCO carries 25 marks in the selection process, it will be held in the face-to-face mode. Candidates are shortlisted based on their performance in the written examination and the final selection is determined by combining marks from both stages.
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How Many Vacancies Will Be in OPSC Assistant Soil Conservation Officer Recruitment 2024?
There are 81 vacancies for OPSC Assistant Soil Conservation Officer Recruitment 2024.
What Is the Salary for OPSC Assistant Soil Conservation Officer?
The salary for the post of the ASCO ranges between INR 9300 to INR 34,800, with Grade Pay of INR 4600.
What Is the Last Date To Apply for OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024?
last date to apply is 16 August 2024 for OPSC ASCO Recruitment 2024
